We’ve noticed recently that beech is having something of a renaissance amongst our customers with a big increase in the popularity of this timber choice.
It doesn’t come as a surprise – its light, pinkish colour and speckled, unimposing grain make it an easy fit in most bedrooms. Sourced from managed forests in Northern Europe, the beech used for our beds, as is the case for all our timbers, is sustainably logged.
Like all natural timbers the colours of the wood will change over time. Beech tends to deepen and develop a warmer richer tone, but unlike other hardwoods, the change is unlikely to be dramatic.
What has come as something of a surprise is its new-found popularity in our Japanese Beds range – especially the Kyoto bed. This choice looks great in a minimalist style of space accessorised with classic, simple bedding in black, white or red. The choice of a pale, understated timber, such as beech allows this elegantly simple bed base to sit happily alongside soft warm neutrals or vibrant colour choices in bedding and decor.
If you wish to make a statement with your Natural Bed Company bed, making it unquestionably the focal point of the room, then you may prefer to choose a more dramatic timber such as Ash or Walnut. The grain in beech is tight and generally uniform, the perfect choice if you are looking for a warm, subtle timber that will work well with other timbers and won’t clash with patterned wallpaper and bedding.
If you wish to create a light, summery atmosphere, where the timber bed base complements a simple, muted colour palette rather than contrasts, beech is the perfect choice. Our Nevada, Kyoto and Sahara beds with their low headboards and compact footprint (the mattress sits on-top of the bed frame rather than within it) offer the perfect starting point to create this look.
We offer a wide range of duvet covers, throws and quilts to match with the subtle tones of a beech bed. These include bright, contrasting options, and subtle, neutral shades.
If you wish to have a sample of the timber sent to you please do not hesitate to get in touch. Simply send us details of the delivery address via the contact us section of our website and we will post the timber sample to you, first class. You can also find lots more interior inspiration over on our Pinterest page.
Beech is a durable hardwood with a light, slightly pinkish colour and a tight, speckled grain pattern. Its smooth texture and subtle appearance make it a versatile choice that works well in many bedroom styles, particularly minimalist or contemporary interiors.
Beech is typically a pale timber with a warm pinkish tone and a fine, uniform grain.
Over time the colour will gradually deepen into a slightly richer, warmer shade, though the change is usually subtle compared with some other hardwoods.
Yes. The beech we use comes from sustainably managed forests in northern Europe, ensuring responsible forestry practices and long-term environmental sustainability.
Beech works particularly well with minimalist and Japanese-inspired bed designs, where the clean lines and simple forms are complemented by the subtle timber tone.
Beech is ideal if you want:A light, warm timber that doesn’t dominate the roomA bed that blends easily with different décor stylesA subtle grain pattern that won’t clash with patterned bedding or wallpaperA hardwood, but on a tighter budget. If you prefer a stronger visual statement, you may want to consider timbers with more pronounced grain patterns.
Most of our bed designs can be made in a choice of timbers, including beech, oak, walnut, maple, ash and cherry. Because our beds are handmade to order, you can usually choose the timber that best suits your room.
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