What Is a Divan Bed?
A divan bed is a bed built on a solid fabric-covered base, with a mattress on top. The base is usually made of a wooden frame covered in fabric, and it sits close to the floor, which gives the bed a neat, tidy look. A divan bed base is the bottom part of the bed, and it supports the mattress and can hold storage drawers inside it. Divan beds are one of the most popular beds in the UK, because they are simple, strong, comfortable and good value.
At Kensley Home in Dewsbury, our divan beds start from £130, with free delivery and pay on delivery. See our divan beds
The Divan Base
The divan base is the heart of a divan bed. A good divan base is made from a strong wooden frame, covered in fabric, and it can be solid or sprung. A solid base gives firm support, which suits a firm mattress. A sprung base has springs inside it, which give a softer feel and work well with a softer mattress. A divan base only option, which is the base without a mattress or headboard, is a good choice if you already have a mattress you like and only need a new base. A cheap divan bed base does not have to be weak, and our bases are built to last, with strong joints and a fabric finish that is made to stand up to daily use.
A divan base with storage is the most practical kind of divan, because the drawers are built into the base. A divan bed base only order is also useful if you are replacing a broken base and want to keep your existing mattress and headboard. When you buy a divan base, check the size carefully, because a 4ft6 base needs a 4ft6 mattress, and a king size base needs a king size mattress.
Divan Beds with Drawers
Storage is the biggest reason people choose a divan. A divan bed with two drawers gives you space for clothes, bedding and shoes, and a 4 drawer divan gives you two drawers on each side, which is ideal for a couple sharing a bed. Drawers slide out smoothly on runners, and they are deep enough for folded clothes and spare bedding. A small double divan with drawers is a smart choice for a smaller bedroom, because it gives you storage without taking up extra floor space. A single divan base with drawers is ideal for a child's room or a guest room, where every bit of storage helps.
Single Divan Beds
A single divan bed is 90cm wide by 190cm long, which is the standard UK single size. A single divan is a good choice for a child's bedroom, a teenager's room or a guest room, and it fits well in a small room. A single divan bed with storage gives you drawers under the bed for clothes and toys, and a single divan bed with storage and headboard gives you the full set in one order, with a matching headboard to finish the look. A single divan bed with storage and headboard is one of our most popular orders for a child's room, because it is practical, tidy and good value.
A 3ft divan bed is the same as a single divan bed, because 3ft is 90cm. If you see a 3ft divan bed listed, it is a single bed, and it takes a standard single mattress. Single divan beds are also available with a small double size, which is 120cm wide, if you want a little more room.
Small Double and King Divan Beds
A small double divan bed is 120cm wide by 190cm long, which is 4ft by 6ft3. A small double divan bed with storage is a good choice for one adult who wants more room than a single, or for a couple in a smaller bedroom. A small double divan bed with headboard finishes the look, and a small double divan with drawers gives you storage on one or both sides. A 4ft divan bed is the same as a small double divan bed, because 4ft is 120cm, so if you see either name, you are looking at the same size.
A king divan is a 5ft divan bed, 150cm wide by 200cm long, and it gives a couple plenty of room to sleep comfortably. A divan king bed is the same thing, and divan king beds are available with drawers, with a headboard, or as a base only. A divan bed king in a fabric finish with a tall headboard makes a real feature of a main bedroom. A superking divan base is 180cm wide by 200cm long, and it is the widest divan base we sell, ideal for a large bedroom. Divan beds king size are covered in more detail on our king size divan page. See our king size divan beds
Divan Bed Base and Headboard
A divan bed base and headboard set gives you a finished look in one order. The headboard attaches to the back of the base, and it gives you something to lean against when you read in bed, as well as making the bed look complete. Headboards come in plain fabric, buttoned fabric and wooden finishes, and they are available in colours to match the base. If you already have a headboard, a divan base only order is the right choice, and you can attach your own headboard to the base with the fittings supplied.
Prices and Value
Budget divan beds are our speciality, and our divan beds start from £130 with free delivery and pay on delivery. Cheap divan beds from Kensley Home are well made, with a strong base, a good fabric finish and smooth-running drawers, and they are cheap because we sell direct from our Dewsbury store, not because we cut corners. A divan bed sale price is a good time to buy, and our prices are low all year round. The cheapest divan beds we sell are the single size without drawers, and a cheap divan bed base is available if you only need the base and already have a mattress.
A mattress makes a big difference to how a divan bed feels, and we sell mattresses from £170 to go with every divan bed. A pocket sprung mattress, which means each spring sits in its own fabric pocket so it moves on its own, is a good match for a divan base, because it supports your body evenly and does not disturb your partner when you move. A memory foam mattress, which is a soft foam that moulds to your body shape, is a good choice if you like a softer feel.
Choosing the Best Divan Bed
The best divan beds are the ones that fit your room, fit your budget and give you the storage you need. Start with the size: single for one person, small double for one person who wants more room, double for most couples, and king or super king for couples who want space. Then choose your storage: no drawers for the lowest price, two drawers for everyday storage, or four drawers for a couple sharing a bed. Then choose your colour and your headboard, and finally pick a mattress that suits how firm you like your bed.
A divan bed is a simple, honest piece of furniture, and it does its job well for many years. Whether you want a single divan, a small double divan bed with storage, a king divan or a superking divan base, you will find it at Kensley Home. Visit us online at Kensley Home, with free delivery and pay on delivery on every bed.
