Best Floating Beds – 2022 Reviews and Buyer’s Guide

The Saatva Sydney is a low-profile floating bed designed for an elegant, contemporary look. The frame is crafted from sustainably sourced hardwood, which has been kiln-dried to make the material more durable and less susceptible to splitting. Rather than using slats, the bed features a solid, upholstered platform base that won’t require a foundation or box spring.

The headboard is available in three styles. These include velvet backing in two color schemes, graphite or taupe, as well as natural linen upholstery. The bed’s legs are recessed to create a floating appearance and tall enough to provide 8.5 inches of under-bed storage. The bed measures 44 inches from the floor to the top of the headboard. The weight capacity is roughly 250 pounds for each side of the bed.

Although the Sydney’s sticker price may seem a bit steep at first glance, Saatva offers free in-home assembly for all customers in the contiguous U.S. The brand’s White Glove delivery also includes complimentary removal of the customer’s old mattress and/or bed frame. Each order includes a 180-night sleep trial for testing out the bed, and those who keep it receive a lifetime warranty against structural defects.

Shoppers with more flexible budgets in search of a high-end bed should check out the Malibu Floating Bed Frame from Avocado. This gorgeous frame is handcrafted from pure maple without any toxic glues or finishes. Maple’s natural patina creates a look that is both beautiful and complementary to a wide range of bedroom decors. The solid hardwood construction also ensures excellent longevity over time. Both the wood and Avocado’s wood shop have earned certifications from the Forest Stewardship Council, indicating sustainability at every step of the supply chain.

The frame is available in queen, king, and California king sizes, and is compatible with adjustable bed bases. The slats measure 1 to 1.5 inches thick, meeting support and spacing requirements for most mattress warranties. While the sticker price may be a bit steep for some buyers, Avocado sweetens the deal with free delivery anywhere in the contiguous U.S. Each purchaser also receives a 10-year warranty against structural defects.

The Floyd Platform Bed is a sturdy and dependable floating bed made of grade-A birch plywood. The wood is designed in a honeycomb pattern to keep the bed as lightweight as possible, and the wood meets CARB-2 certification for minimal formaldehyde emissions. As for the bed itself, it features a timeless design that should integrate seamlessly with the aesthetic of most rooms.

Floyd prides itself on having made a customizable floating bed that can be used for years. The bed is modular, with panels that can be added or removed to adapt to different-size mattresses.

The company also makes a headboard and under-bed storage that can hold up to 100 pounds. Powder-coated steel supports and nylon ratchet straps minimize noise and prevent creaking. The Floyd platform bed is made in the U.S. and backed by a 30-day sleep trial and 10-year warranty.

The sleek and simple Nordik platform bed features CARB 2/FSC certified particle board and MDF with a laminate finish. Inside the bed, metal and hardwood slats provide a supportive surface for the mattress. The bed itself weighs just over 100 pounds but can support up to 500 pounds in total, including the mattress and sleeper(s).

The Nordik is sold in a range of naturally inspired colors including walnut, ebony, natural maple, black, and white. Matching headboards are sold separately. The Nordik platform bed is made in Canada. Nordik orders through Amazon qualify for free shipping and optional expert assembly for an extra fee.