Bed Buying Guides & Advice

Deep Storage Ottoman Beds: How Deep Should You Go? Last updated: 1 November 2026 An ottoman bed turns the whole space under your mattress into storage. But not all ottomans are the same depth, and the difference between a standard base and an extra deep one is the difference between storing a few spare sheets and storing duvets, pillows and suitcases. Here is how to choose the right depth, what really fits inside, and what to check before you buy. The quick answer Standard (30cm rail): about …

Plenty of UK bedrooms are on the small side, and the box room, the loft conversion and the narrow second bedroom all come with the same problem: where does everything go? As bed makers, we spend every day helping people fit beautiful beds into real British bedrooms. Here are our 15 favourite small bedroom ideas, from choosing the right bed to the colour tricks that make a room feel twice the size. Published 20 October 2026 by Hush My Bed, Birmingham The 5 changes that make the biggest differe …

The Ultimate Guide to Upgrading Your Bedroom: Why Bespoke is Best We spend a third of our lives in bed, yet many of us settle for mass-produced, flimsy frames that squeak, sag, and fail to offer the support we truly need. If you are looking to transform your bedroom into a luxurious sanctuary this year, it is time to move away from high-street compromises and embrace the world of bespoke, British-made craftsmanship. At Hush My Bed, we manufacture handcrafted beds directly from our Birmingham w …