What’s the Best Tufted Platform Bed in 2020?

Want a bed that doesn’t require a box spring, offers affordability and will last for years in both construction and aesthetics? A tufted platform bed is going to meet all of your expectations while being budget-friendly.

Take a look at the best tufted platform beds in 2020.

Reviews

Zinus Misty Platform Bed - Zinus’ Misty platform bed comes in four key sizes: full, queen, king and twin. Three color choices are available, and the button-tufted upholstery is a great interior design choice. You won’t need a box spring, as the Misty comes with a wood slat foundation.

You’ll be able to use a variety of mattress types with this platform, including:

• Spring
• Memory foam
• Hybrid

The Misty features:

• Knitted polyester
• Button-tufted upholstery
• No box spring design
• Four size options; three color choices
• 5-year guarantee

The headboard height is around 38 inches, and assembly is easy. You’ll find that most consumers can assemble their platform bed in 30 to 60 minutes, with the occasional person taking a bit longer.

All parts are in a zippered compartment with tools included.

You will have to purchase a mattress separately.

The only issue with the Misty is that the headboard is a mere 38 inches tall. If you’re looking for a taller headboard that isn’t primarily covered by pillows, this is not the option for you. And while heavy, this is a well-built tufted platform bed that utilizes high-end materials in its construction.

Zinus Dachelle Upholstered Platform Bed - The Zinus Dachelle is another great option from Zinus, and you’ll be able to find full, queen and king sizes available from the manufacturer. You will find additional sellers selling twin and California King options.

Dark grey and grey sand are the two color options, and a classic styling is offered. What’s nice about this bed is that the wood slat support has less than three-inch spacing, so the bed is sturdy without squeaks.

The bed features:

• 3-inch slat spacing or less
• Knitted polyester
• Soft, button tuft
• Foam padding for noise-free design

Zinus provides a 5-year limited warranty on all of their beds, so you know that your investment is safe.

Quick and easy to assemble, all tools are provided to make assembly hassle-free. The slats and essential components are in zippered compartments, so you can be sure that items will arrive damage-free.

A great bed for most users. The one complaint that users have is that this bed is low to the ground. If you have difficulty standing from low surfaces, this may not be the ideal bed for you. Otherwise, this is a sturdy, easy-to-assemble tufted platform bed that is affordable.

Life Home Premier Classics Cloth Platform Bed - Life Home’s Premier Classic lineup comes with four key size options: twin, full, queen and king. The bed’s dimensions are 89” x 69” x 51,” so it’s a great size for most rooms.

The bed features a linen platform bed with slats, and the unit comes in a neutral light grey color to fit in with any décor.

When shipped, you’ll receive two packages, and there’s no box spring required. The Premier Classic features:

• Modern design
• Wood construction
• Polyester linen
• Easy assembly; no box spring required

Assembly is quick for some users, but it’s best to have at least two people put the bed together. Assembly time can be two to three hours, so expect to spend some time getting this bed together.

Life Home’s Premier Classic lineup comes with four key size options: twin, full, queen and king. The bed’s dimensions are 89” x 69” x 51,” so it’s a great size for most rooms.

The bed features a linen platform bed with slats, and the unit comes in a neutral light grey color to fit in with any décor.

When shipped, you’ll receive two packages, and there’s no box spring required. The Premier Classic features:

• Modern design
• Wood construction
• Polyester linen
• Easy assembly; no box spring required

Assembly is quick for some users, but it’s best to have at least two people put the bed together. Assembly time can be two to three hours, so expect to spend some time getting this bed together.

Zinus Kellen Tufted Platform Bed - The Kellen is a bed that comes in three main sizes: full, queen and king. Strong support with wooden slats keeps the bed sturdy even after years of use. A scalloped button tufted platform is used on the headboard, and assembly of this unit is relatively easy.

Zinus includes all of the hardware and tools you’ll need to get started with the assembly.

Headboard height is 38.1,” and the weight of the unit is just under 100 pounds. This bed features:

• Classic scalloped headboard style
• 1” headboard on the King-sized bed
• Smart packaging for faster assembly
• Tools and hardware included
• Foam tape on the steel frame for noise-reduction

Storage clearance is 6.25,” so you’ll be able to store items underneath the bed. Assembly includes legs, and the spacing between each slat is 2.78” for full and 2.28” for queen and king.

Shipping issues seem to be more common with this Zinus product than with others. There are complaints of material puncture and also issues with the headboard. You can return the damaged pieces under the warranty.

Mornington Upholstered Platform Bed - Mornington is a product by Classic Brands, and the upholstered platform bed comes in full, queen and king sizes. Linen and grey color options are available, and both will fit perfectly with any décor.

The headboard is 3.25-feet tall, so it’s a little higher than other options on our list.

The trendy, modern design features:

• 8-inch legs
• 25-feet tall headboard
• No box spring design
• Wooden slat design
• Tools and hardware included

Compact packaging is used to allow for the platform bed to easily be brought upstairs or in hallways. Assembly is easy thanks to the tools and hardware included, and if you need to disassemble during a move, the disassembly part is simple and easy.

Color complaints seem to be the most common, with consumers claiming that they expected a different color. You’ll want to look at the color options and provided pictures to ensure that the color is a good fit for you.

But the bed itself is sturdy, durable and easy to setup.

Tufted Platform Bed Buying Guide

Buying a new bed? You don’t need to spend money on a box spring or an expensive frame that looks dated. A tufted platform bed allows for a classic look that will last for years without costing a bundle.

When you’re buying your first tufted platform bed, you should consider:

• Size. What size mattress will you use? WebMD claims that people who sleep in medium-to-firm beds have less back pain than those sleeping on soft mattresses. You’ll need to find a bed that is able to fit your mattress’ size: full, queen, king, etc.
• Height. The height from the floor to the mattress is important, especially for older users or those with disabilities. Some platform beds are a mere 12 – 13 inches from the ground, so they may be difficult to get on and off of, depending on the person’s mobility.
• Quality. Cheap beds break. If you’re on a tight budget, you’ll want to look at the spacing between the slats (smaller, the better). You’ll also want to look for any cross beams along with the warranty that the manufacturer offers on their product.
• Customer service. A vital part of every business’ operations. How does customer service respond if there’s a problem? It’s not uncommon for beds or hardware to arrive damaged. If the item is damaged, will customer service respond quickly? Salesforce claims that 72% of consumers will share a positive experience with others. If all you see are negative experiences with customer service, choose another manufacturer.
• Warranty. What type of warranty, if any, does the company offer? Many companies offer warranties that they never honor. Check to see if the company offers a warranty at all. If the company does offer a warranty, see what reviewers are saying about the customer service and their willingness to honor the warranty that they offer.

Reviews will be able to help you avoid many of the issues that consumers have when purchasing a tufted platform bed. You’ll want to read through reviews to see what people like about each bed and what customers have to complain about.

Complaints are often overreactions, so keep this in mind when reading reviews for small issues, such as instructions missing. If you’re looking at reviews, I suggest reading 3-star reviews to find a middle ground where you’ll learn the good and bad of a product.

You can often contact a seller and have items replaced or instructions sent over quickly. But when you start reading reviews about how the bed broke apart in three weeks, you may want to purchase a different tufted platform that is built better.