Everything you need to know about divan bed bases

Divan beds are essentially a base. Our guide explains what to look out for and the key differences in divan bed bases to choose from.

What's a divan bed?

Divan beds are the UK’s most popular style of bed.

Most divan bed bases are upholstered wooden boxes; split in half for greater accessibility, with movable castors or fitted with legs to create space beneath. They can be customised in a large selection of fabrics, storage choices and also purchased with matching fabric headboards to create a real statement in your bedroom.

Types of divan bed base

Platform bases have a solid-panel top and are best if you prefer a firmer feel. A sprung base has a spring unit attached to the top of the platform to provide more cushioning and a softer feel to your mattress.

On a budget? We also stock open coil sprung bases as a cost-effective way to achieve a softer feel.

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Platform Top

Solid, platform top bases are ideal for those looking for a firmer feel.

Considered a more budget option, these divan bed bases don’t have any springs to help support the mattress and are constructed with a wooden frame that has a rigid, non-sprung top panel; often made from hardboard. This is generally then upholstered with a thin layer of padding on top to provide some comfort.

Pocket Sprung

Considered the most luxurious divan base option, the UK’s finest bed makers supply pocket sprung bed bases as standard.

Pocket sprung divan bases feature a complete pocket spring unit mounted on a solid wooden frame. Individual springs combine to act like a giant shock absorber (mimicking the effect of pocket springs in the mattress); and, as a result, these bases are by far the most supportive – providing individual support, helping to reduce excess movement and relieve more pressure points.

Open Coil

An open coil sprung base is a steel spring unit attached to the top panel of the wooden base.

Acting like a metal hammock, these bases are a cost-effective way to achieve an overall softer feel; no matter if you are buying a replacement base only or a divan set complete with a mattress.

In addition to its softening effect, these bases help to increase the lifespan of your new bed as the springs work in conjunction with the mattress.

On Legs

Divans on legs are a great solution for those who want to take advantage of platform top, open coil, or pocket sprung bases but don’t require the storage options a deep divan gives you.

A stylish statement, divan bases on legs make the underneath of the bed easily accessible, legs and base fabrics can be personalised, and shallow matching headboards can be purchased to complete the look. Most of our premium suppliers will offer their beds on legs as standard.

Our Divan Beds Top Tip

What goes underneath the mattress has a huge effect on the overall feel and performance of your bed.

The difference between a firm edge or sprung base

There’s one more thing to consider if you’ve chosen a pocket sprung or open coil divan bed base…

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firm Edge Base

Firm edge bases provide a supportive and firmer border. The springs don’t extend fully to the base perimeter, therefore, helping to prevent “roll out” to the side of the bed.

Sprung Edge Base

Used for increased comfort and durability and a softer feel; a sprung edge base features springs that run to the very edge of the base. This is the base type of choice from many of our premium suppliers.

Choose your base options

Most divan bed bases come with a choice of modern fabrics, on-trend colours, and storage drawer options.  From heavy-duty drawers to hidden storage, and even a built-in safe, you’ll find the perfect solution to your needs.

If space really is at a premium, then you should consider ottoman functionality – this means the base top and mattress lift up together and the entire area underneath can be used to stow away your belongings.

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Storage Drawers

It doesn’t matter if the base is sprung or platform top, under-bed storage can be really useful if space is at a shortage in your home. Choose from 2 & 4 drawer options; end drawers, sliders, or even no drawers. Smaller drawers can be supplied at the head end to open in front of bedside tables or winged headboards.

Just remember that it does normally cost a little more to include the extra storage (a price well worth paying to keep things out of sight!).

Ottoman Divan Bases

Ottomans are the ultimate storage solution in the bedroom. Designed to allow access to the space within the entire divan base, simply lift up the top of the divan (which is hinged to the base) and open up a world of invaluable storage. Hydraulic springs are used to make it easy to lift up – even with the mattress in place.

The Easystore™

The Easystore™ divan base features a drawer that offers double the capacity of two storage drawers – over 20 litres of storage per drawer. This fully opening heavy-duty drawer features a convenient pull handle and can accommodate up to 60kg of weight – three times the weight of a standard drawer. The divan base is available with drawers on both sides as standard, but it is also available with one drawer only.

Base Fabric

Personalise your new bed with a choice of stylish base fabrics. Our premium suppliers keep a close eye on the latest trends and ensure their swatches offer a wide variety of the most fashionable colours and fabrics for use on your base and matching headboard.

Please contact us for colour samples and we’ll happily post some to you.

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Phone: 01403 252500

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Central House, Medwin Walk, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1AG.

Phone: 01243 576622

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Kidoreel House, Main Road, Bosham, West Sussex. PO18 8NN.

Telephone: 01903 210266

Email: [email protected]

Address:
Chapel House, Chapel Road, Worthing, West Sussex, BN11 1HR.