This Bed Frame Is the Design-Forward Centerpiece of My Dreams

I'll admit: it took me way too long to replace my last bed frame. I bought it on sale after moving into a studio apartment in Washington, D.C. a year before the pandemic, and I still remember the night two girlfriends came over to help me assemble it — they wrote notes on the wooden slats in black Sharpie. One read, "Let your dreams begin at night and continue during the day."

The full-sized bed made it through several moves, including across the country — barely. By the time I was committed to replacing it, I was propping up one of its sides with a stack of books. Plus, the small-ish bed was starting to feel real small with my six-foot partner and cat as additions.

Still, I loved the midcentury modern look of it, and knew that's what I wanted in my next purchase. After scouring online furniture brands, I happened upon Edloe Finch's Leif Platform Bed ($1,095) and immediately loved its elevated design and wood finish. I knew it was the upgrade I sorely needed, and thankfully got the opportunity to try it out.

After a few weeks sleeping on the new bed, my partner, cat, and I love it. As someone who appreciates good design and a unified look for my space, I couldn't be happier that it's the centerpiece of our bedroom. It may not have inspirational quotes written on its slats (yet), but I anticipate that this beautiful bed frame will last us far longer than the previous one.

About the Edloe Finch Leif Platform Bed

What I Like About the Edloe Finch Leif Platform Bed

First off, I'd like to say proudly that I put together the queen-sized Edloe Finch Leif Platform Bed all on my own — no help from my friends this time. It took me about two hours to do myself, but no part of it felt impossible, and the instructions were easy to follow, even for someone who's not particularly handy. Everything except a screwdriver was included, making it a relatively simple setup.

Despite my less-than-perfect assembling job, the bed itself feels sturdy and durable. At first, I was a little nervous about the sides of the bed, which do jut out a few inches around the mattress. I'm known to be clumsy and thought I'd hit the edges on my shins. But so far, no bruised shins, and we actually love this aspect of the frame. Our cat walks around the bed on the edges, and we can also rest our phones and water bottles there at night.

And, well, the photos should speak for themselves. This midcentury modern look could work in a variety of spaces, but I like that it's a little more design-y than your typical wooden frame. The wood itself is a delicious neutral; if we ever get tired of the current look, we could absolutely change the vibe of the whole room just by switching out the bedding. Compared to my previously upholstered bed, I really do love the all-wood finish on this one. (And there's no chance for the cat to rip up the headboard, either.)

Who the Edloe Finch Leif Platform Bed Is Best For

The Edloe Finch Leif Platform Bed is perfect for anyone who appreciates good design and is in the market for a high-quality option. Because of its edges, it's better fit for an adult bedroom versus one with little kids.

Where Is the Edloe Finch Leif Platform Bed Available?

The Leif Platform Bed is available on Edloe Finch's website.

Rating:

★★★★

Lena Felton (she/her) is a senior director of special projects at PS, where she oversees sponsored packages, tentpole projects, and editorial partnerships. Previously, she was an editor at The Washington Post, where she led a team covering issues of gender and identity. She has been working in journalism since 2017, during which time her focus has been feature writing and editing and elevating historically underrepresented voices. Lena has worked for The Atlantic, InStyle, So It Goes, and more.