Worth Japanese Style Platform Bed

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Minimalist Wood Japanese Platform Bed

This low-profile Japanese bed frame is any minimalist's dream! The simplistic modern design of the overall frame will give your bedroom a clean and sleek look without taking up too much space. The bed is made from durable manufactured wood and it even comes with a footboard.

Designer Advice:

Since this is a very minimalistic platform bed design, you'll want to keep it looking neat and clean. If you plan on adding extra decor to spice up the room, a small plant or succulent on the nightstand and some bright colored paintings on the wall above your bed should be enough to add some character to the ample blank space. It’s also worth noting that this platform bed is available in an Ash Black and beautiful Espresso shades, giving you a lot of room to play around with colors and designs.

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Contemporary Solid Wood Worth Platform Bed

Wade Logan®

Give your bedroom a polished and orderly look with this twenty-first-century platform bed design. The low profile frame creates the illusion of space, and the whole thing is crafted from solid wood and metal, which means it’s sturdy enough to keep you balanced no matter how much you toss and turn.

$2099.99 ~~$4997.5~~

Designer Advice:

You can style this bed with solid colors such as grey, brown, beige, and black, and then add some white or a bright colored throw to add a pop of lightness to the look. Textured pillows and abstract art would also complement the design of the bed by breaking the harshness of its straight lines.

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Upholstered Japanese Style Platform Bed

Orren Ellis

If faux leather and futuristic LED light are what piques your interest, then this bed is for you. This distinctive bed is shaped like a spaceship with a smooth rounded frame, a headboard with LED lights, and sleek faux leather upholstery.

$378.21 ~~$564.66~~

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Walnut and White Leather Platform Bed

AllModern

With nightstands extending from both sides of the frame, this platform bed has it all! The headboard is beautifully detailed with upholstered faux leather and is available in many colors, such as walnut, dusty gray, and soft carbon fiber.

$2914.8

Designer Advice:

You can style this platform bed with neutral colors such as olive green and dusty blue. Textured pillows can also enhance the unique feature of the bed frame. If you plan on using cool-toned colors, adding some greenery can help bring back some character and definition to the room; note that too much decor can clutter the space so be careful and pick your decor carefully.

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Manufactured Wood Low Profile Platform Bed

Latitude Run®

This beautiful Japanese style platform bed king is the definition of minimalist style. With clean lines and urban design, it is a commanding piece that’ll instantly elevate the style of your bedroom. The basic design keeps it simple enough so you can play around with different colors and room designs, while the whole thing stands on a sturdy manufactured wood frame.

$489.99

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Contemporary Low Profile Platform Bed

If you don't want something too extravagant but still want a low-profile bed, this option is for you. This understated bed is ideal for any room due to its neutral design and natural color, and it consists of manufactured wood that looks naturalistic and neat.

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Walnut Japanese Low Bed

AllModern

With a gray leatherette headboard and a feminine touch, this platform bed has a mature yet oriental feel to it. The storage platform is ideal for a neutral-themed room and it comes with two great nightstands for your convenience.

$2370

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Solid Wood Low Profile Platform Bed

Mercury Row®

Take your bedroom from simple to chic with this Japanese-style platform bed. It features beautifully carved woodwork that’ll give your bedroom a tasteful touch, while the tapered wood legs add refined detail to the whole thing.

$389.99 ~~$869~~

Designer Advice:

As far as Japanese-style platform beds go, this one is as elegant and sophisticated as they come. Since this piece doesn't have many accessories, you can freely explore fun patterns and funky colors. Adding a nice carpet next to the bed can give the design a comfier feel, while chunky pillows and some wall art above the headboard can go a long way. You can also add two abstract lamps beside the bed for a more formal look.

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Buying Guide

Japanese architecture and furniture draw inspiration from the Zen philosophies of simplicity, openness and minimalism. And there’s no better crossover example than the worth Japanese styled platform bed.

These low profile beds that traditionally used straw mats in place of a plush mattress are widely used by interior designers for their modern, contemporary décor themes that use minimalism to create an illusion of grandeur.

Irrespective of whether you live in a small apartment or a sprawling home, the platform bed easily fits into it. If you are looking to add one to your home, then here are some of the factors that you must consider before making the purchase.

What are the characteristic features of a Japanese style platform bed?

Authentic Japanese styled platform beds do not have a headboard or a footboard. It’s just a platform made of solid wood or one with a slatted design, that’s elevated around 6 inches above the floor. However, there are numerous spin offs of this popular design, each one with its own added feature set. There are beds with upholstered headboards, ones with a storage compartment (under bed) and even ones with a footboard these days.

The advantage of a Japanese style platform bed is that there are no box springs or screws or joinery. So, there’s very little chance of it starting to squeak or the structure getting weakened.

In a slatted design, the slats do tend to sag, especially if there’s no central support system that runs across the length of the bed. In such situations, you might consider placing a box spring on the slats before you place a mattress or if you wish to use a memory foam mattress which needs a solid surface.

How to get the right size Japanese style platform bed?

Platform beds these days are available in standard sizes like Single, Twin, California King and Queen making it easier for you to get an accurate measurement of the room needed to place it.

However, Japanese styled beds have an extension, somewhat like a ledge, that extends for 6-9 inches beyond the dimensions of the mattress and the bed frame. So, when you measure the room, factor in the extra width needed for the bed.

If you are looking for a bed with storage, then you will need at least two feet of room on the sides to open and close the drawers freely.

What are Japanese platform beds made of?

Japanese platform beds are traditionally made of solid wood. These last for years and have a high maximum weight bearing capacity as compared to slatted models. The only possible downside is that the price tag can be steep.
If you’d like something cheaper without compromising too much on the aesthetics, then you can consider laminated MDF. These are not half as durable as solid wood mind you.
Reclaimed wood, with their vintage charm and knots and imperfections are extremely popular these days.
Metal beds can be a cheaper alternative. So is concrete. It can be painted to mimic solid wood and can last for years. You can always replenish the look with a coat of fresh paint. The caveat is that it will mostly be a permanent installation.