Some are big, some are tall, some have drawers or more! They can move, they can store and bring space to your floor! Bed bases come in all shapes and sizes – But what do they do, what should you look for and which ones are best?
Since 3000 BC, bed bases have been the in thing for your mattress, elevating you off the ground and keeping you away from any nasties that might be lurking there. Bases are good for you and your mattress because they introduce more airflow, reduce mould and mildew, and support your mattress to prevent sagging and sore backs. They’ve evolved over time and now come in multiple styles to suit your preference. Here’s a quick overview of the different types of mattress bases available.
A slat base is a series of wooden or metal bar supports connected to a bed frame. The more slats, the more support for your mattress. It’s usually an affordable option and easier to set up and transport than a solid bed base.
Similar to a box spring, and sometimes called a divan, the platform mattress base is simple but effective. It’s a solid base that gives full support to your mattress and is upholstered on the outside for softness. They are typically closer to the ground for a sleek look.
Bed bases with drawers are like dresses with pockets! They look good, do their job well, AND they come with hidden storage. With drawers built into the base, hiding things under the bed is suddenly a mum-approved way to tidy.
Bases with storage space come in many shapes and styles. From bed frames that lift up and reveal extra storage, to SpaceBases with flip open panels that reveal storage bins, bases with storage are an affordable and accessible storage solution. Rediscover your floor!
A trundler base stores an additional pop up base and mattress that can be used in the kids’ rooms for sleepovers or set up side by side for friends visiting for the weekend.
A premium mattress deserves a luxurious base. A luxury mattress base has style and function at the forefront, often using sumptuous fabrics including velvets, wools and silks. With meticulous attention to detail, luxury bases offer plush sidings for additional comfort and softness.
An adjustable base is the best investment you can make to improve your sleep health. Combined with a good mattress, an adjustable bed base helps improve circulation, eases joint pain, and promotes easier breathing.
When choosing a mattress base, you need to consider first what works best for you.
Does you need more floor space? Could a bed base with storage help?
Do you have the odd guest staying? Could a bed with trundler base be the answer?
There’s so much to think about, and we haven’t even gotten to colour or bed base design. To help you get a feel for what to look for, we’ve created a handy list of the best bed bases in New Zealand (hint: they’re all our bases!).
Sleepyhead’s Drawer Base is designed with form and function in mind. Similar in look to our Standard Platform Base, it features handy pull out drawers for when bedroom space is limited. Each drawer can hold up to 45 kg each so you can store almost anything – even the kitchen sink! The drawers sit on premium ball bearing runners, making them smooth and easy to use. The Drawer Base is made to order in all mattress sizes, and is the most customisable base we have. Style it how you want with three different fabric ranges in various colours and shades available to match your bedroom aesthetic. You can choose your own storage, with options for 2, 3 or 4 drawers: you can even decide how much underfloor space there is, with options for glide feet or 50mm castors. The Drawer Base is New Zealand pine, which is a renewable resource that’s resistant to rot. It’s a durable, customisable, and space saving option, and that’s why this our ultimate mattress base.
SpaceBase really is all about that base! SpaceBase takes hiding everything under the bed to a whole new level, using the space under your mattress to fit up to 180L of storage. It’s the perfect integrated storage solution for bed bases and features two side panels with a magnetic locking system for ease of access. Quickly flip open a panel to reveal three 60L storage bins with no weight limits. Available in Single, Long Single, King Single, and Queen, it’s the ideal bed base for kids’ rooms. They’ll be able to store all their toys, with room for more!
The FusionFlex Base is our most premium base made exclusively for our most premium mattress in Queen, King and Super King sizes. It matches the engineering excellence of our Sanctuary range, with 30mm of Dreamfoam added to the base for comfort and support. It’s available in velvet upholstery and matching headboards are available for the ultimate in bedroom style. Choose how much underfloor space you have with 150mm glide castors or 50mm to 100mm bed legs. The FusionFlex is a premium quality base made with sustainable New Zealand grown pine. And with a 10-year warranty, it’s well worth the investment.
Adjustable Bases are ergonomic bed bases that adjust to suit your specific sleep needs with a push of a button. You’ll experience superior relaxation every night and reap the therapeutic benefits of improved sleep positioning. Raise your feet to help improve circulation and reduce swelling, or raise your head to help with breathing and silence the snoring. The zero gravity position helps minimise pressure on the spine and aids digestion, while the head up and feet up position is perfect for reading in bed or watching television. Our adjustable base is designed to adapt to your sleep needs, however they may change over time.
The Standard Platform and High Profile bases are upholstered platform bases made in New Zealand with sustainable New Zealand pine. Each base comes with a 10 year warranty and is available in 11 on-trend colours and fabrics. You can even match it with one of our headboards for a sleek modern look. The Standard Platform Base comes with 150mm legs for better airflow and the High Profile Base has the option for 150mm glide castors or can come with legs in 50mm or 100mm.
The best bed base for you will depend on your preferences. If you’re buying a Sanctuary mattress then a luxury FusionFlex base will be the best bed base for you. If you’d rather keep things simple, then a Standard Platform Base is the right match. If practicality is your main concern, our Drawer Base or SpaceBase will help maximise your storage, while the Trundler base will give you flexibility to accommodate extra sleepers. Sleepyhead has a bed base to match any preference or any situation. If you want to compare all our bases, check them out online at https://www.sleepyhead.co.nz/bedding/bases or you find your nearest retailer to order your best bed base today.
And if you’ve already decided on a base and need a mattress, you can find your mattress match right here: https://www.sleepyhead.co.nz/sleep-selector.
