This blog contains details on buying a bed from Natural Bed Company. Please note, this information is subject to change. You can find further, modern details about our order process and lead times just here.
It’s always important to think about the space you have available when buying a bed. And we don’t just mean the size of your bedroom! You may well have a huge attic bedroom, but the type of bed you can accommodate will be limited by the size of the staircase to attic.
Natural Bed Company beds are all designed for easy self-assembly. The parts pack into a small number of boxes (a minimum of two boxes for many of our beds, but can be up to five boxes!), which generally ensures that access isn’t an issue. However, it’s always a good idea to check. We can always provide you with the approximate sizes of the boxed bed sections so that you can be confident that your new bed will reach your bedroom! Of course, the bed parts will be easier to move once unpacked, so let us know if you require more info on the size of the unpacked sections too.
Are you looking to buy a bed that will need to fit into a loft space with only a small amount of clearance for entry? Designs like the Kyoto, Kumo, Kobe, Ki, Osaka (pictured left) and Nara all have quite long, slim sections of timber due to their minimal, low designs.
If you’re after a larger bed, there are some alterations we can make to the way our designs go together, meaning they can flat pack down further. This isn’t possible with all of our designs, so please contact us for further info.
A new bed is a big investment. Plus, it’s an item that you will probably keep for many years. A Natural Bed Company bed comes with a 12 year warranty, so we are expecting you to keep it quite a while!
All beds are finished in a low-VOC, natural-look lacquer, which seals and protects the timber from grease marks and some stains. Where any spillages occur, we recommend wiping the affected area immediately with a damp cloth before dabbing with a dry cloth to remove any remaining moisture. We do not recommend using any harsh cleaning chemicals on your NBC-made bed.
Our standard lacquer does not need touching up/reapplying, nor do any of our other finishes (wenge, whitewash, smoked or oiled), as they are all hardwearing.
We can provide a quote for a ‘sanded’ finish on any of our bed bases, if you wish to opt for applying your own lacquer/oil! However, please note that we would only recommend applying your own finish if you have experience doing so, or if you are having a professional carry out this service for you. We wouldn’t recommend keeping a bed base sanded, as it will more easily absorb oils and moisture.
Good ventilation is important for prolonging the life of your mattress and slat base. You can care for your mattress by turning and airing it regularly.
The majority of our bed bases also have an added ventilation feature called the mattress gap, which allows for more air flow. You can find out more about the mattress gap here.
Our slat bases offer ventilation for your mattress from beneath. We offer sprung beech slats as standard for nearly all our beds, but a fixed pine slat base can be ordered for an extra charge. If you need fixed pine slats due to high humidity, but prefer a softer feel, we recommend keeping this in mind when selecting a mattress. Because solid pine slats give a firmer feel, you may want to choose a mattress that is a little softer.
In order to choose which slats for your bed you need to consider the following:
Tempting as it is to order the latest trend, a bed is an investment and an item you will likely keep for many years to come. An elegant design, which will fit with various interior design trends is a sensible choice.
A classic solid wood bed or simple metal frame can be accessorised with bedding, throws and cushions in a way that can radically change the look (and be updated inexpensively as trends move on.)
If you are looking for some inspiration for styling your bedroom – check out our many pinterest boards.
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