Why Buy from Hush My Bed?

The secret to a lifetime of good sleep: handmade beds, built to last, sold direct from our Birmingham workshop.

When you are choosing a new bed, it is easy to be tempted by the low prices of mass-produced, imported furniture. But a bed is not just a piece of decor; it is the foundation of your daily rest.

If you are wondering, “Are ottoman beds good? Are they sturdy, safe and worth the investment?” the answer depends on how they are built. Here is why our handmade British beds are made to last.

Strength: are ottoman beds sturdy enough for heavier people?

Many buyers worry that storage beds might be flimsy. Mass-produced frames are often made overseas from cheap composite boards, with slats that can warp or crack under a heavy mattress.

Our ottoman storage beds are built differently:

  • Triple-reinforced frames: every ottoman is triple-reinforced and supported by heavy-duty steel bars running the full length of the frame.
  • No flimsy legs: our ottomans sit flat on the floor instead of relying on screw-in legs, giving you a solid, stable base.
  • Built for heavy mattresses: the reinforced frame supports heavier sleepers and deep luxury mattresses without sagging.

Our bed frames, drawer beds and divan beds are built just as carefully, on solid wooden slats with a centre support bar.

Peace and quiet: are ottoman beds noisy?

Nothing is worse than a bed that creaks every time you turn over. Our beds are handmade in Birmingham using heavy-duty bolts and tee nuts that go right through the frame, rather than wood screws that work loose. The result is a solid, quiet bed, night after night.

Safe for family homes

Our ottomans lift on smooth gas struts and stay open while you reach inside, then lower gently and under control, so they are easy and safe to use every day. Many designs also have an easy-grip handle, and stored items are kept off your bedroom floor.

Easy to set up

Your bed arrives partly assembled with clear instructions, so final assembly is quick and simple, without the hours spent on typical flat-pack furniture.

Your bed, your style

Imported beds often use thin, machine-glued fabric that can tear or fade. Our upholstery is fitted and stitched by hand. Every bed is made to order in standard UK sizes (3ft Single, 4ft Small Double, 4ft6 Double, 5ft King and 6ft Super King), with headboard heights from 112cm up to 210cm depending on the design.

Our fabrics

UK bedrooms are moving away from the all-grey look towards warmth, texture and “quiet luxury”. Our fabrics are chosen to match:

  • Atlanta Soft Teddy: a cosy, textured teddy fabric in Blush, Ivory, Steel, Mink, Silver and Teal.
  • Smooth Velvet: a rich, luxurious finish in plain, marble and speckle designs, including Emerald, Navy, Cedar and Pale Cream.
  • Linen-Textured: a relaxed, natural look in Grey, Charcoal, Beige and Sky.
  • Chenille: soft and hard-wearing, ideal for family homes, in shades from Cream to Chocolate.
  • Wool-Textured Tweed: a classic British weave in Sand, Mink and Grey.

Popular colour choices right now include warm neutrals such as Mink, Biscuit, Oatmeal and Sand, rich jewel tones such as Emerald, Navy and Teal, and soft Blush for a gentler look. See our fabric collections, or order free fabric samples to see them in your own home before you decide.

The “direct from the maker” advantage

Is a handmade bed worth it? We think so. A cheaper mass-produced frame may save a little today, but a well-made, reinforced bed should give you many years of good sleep, and a bed that lasts means less waste too.

When you buy from large retailers, part of the price goes on shipping containers, import costs and middleman mark-ups. Buying direct from Hush My Bed means your money goes into better materials and skilled craftsmanship instead.

See the quality in person

Every bed is made to order in Birmingham, and delivery is free to mainland UK addresses, normally within 2 weeks (see Delivery & Returns).

Whether you are coming from Coventry, Wolverhampton, Walsall or further afield, you are welcome to visit our showroom and try our beds and fabrics for yourself.