Bethany Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame
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- Brand: The Dreams Workshop
From £499.00
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- Brand
- The Dreams Workshop
- Retailer
- Dreams
- Delivery time
- Good
- Customer sentiment
- Average
- Guarantee
- Excellent
About the Bethany Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame
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Storage is the Bethany’s main structural argument, with an end-lift ottoman base and an internal storage depth of over 20cm. Honest storage spec for this frame type. In upholstered ottoman terms, that is useful rather than token depth: it gives a single, open cavity for bedding, shoes and seasonal clothing, whereas drawer divans split capacity into smaller compartments and need side clearance to open. Because the lift is from the foot end rather than from the side, the storage works best where there is clear standing space at the foot of the bed, and it avoids the broken-up capacity of drawer divans but asks more of the lifting hardware. The supporting bar is a practical inclusion, keeping the platform raised while the storage area is being used, and the deep padded side rails give the mattress a more enclosed, hotel-style look than a plain metal or simple wooden bedstead. The textured upholstery is described as grey by the brand, with squared edges and French seams softening what could otherwise be a boxy ottoman shape. It sits in the comfort-led upholstered category, not the stripped-back budget-frame register.
For households trying to reclaim wardrobe space without moving to a divan base, the Bethany has the right kind of storage layout, and buyers repeatedly describe the frame as solid, good-looking and roomy underneath. The praise tracks closely with the spec: a full ottoman cavity over 20cm deep is exactly the sort of build that makes spare bedding and bulky clothing easier to hide, and the padded rails give the bed more presence than a low-profile platform frame. Noise is the weak point: lower-scoring feedback repeatedly flags rattling or creaking when someone gets onto the bed, sometimes around both side rails, so the solidity praised at the top end is not universal. The lift is also described as heavier than expected at first, though not unmanageable once used a few times, and self-assembly ranges from fairly straightforward to time-consuming depending on help and confidence with fittings. Colour is another mismatch with the product description: the upholstery is sold around a grey finish, yet recent feedback describes it as warmer, closer to cream or warm white. If you're short on storage and want a softly upholstered statement frame, this works. If you're sensitive to frame noise or need effortless lifting, a fixed upholstered bedstead or a higher-tier ottoman with sturdier lift hardware makes more sense.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Owners describe the ottoman storage as spacious, accommodating various bulky items.
- Recent buyers report the bed frame feeling solid and high quality.
- Assembly is noted as straightforward, with all necessary tools provided.
- Many users find the ottoman lift becoming easier to operate over time.
Cons
- Several owners complain about rattling noises when entering the bed.
- A few reports indicate the ottoman can be heavier to lift than expected.
- Issues with damaged fabric upon delivery have been noted by some buyers.
- Some users experienced difficulty with the bed not closing properly without a mattress in place.
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Specifications
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Sprung wooden slatted base - adds flexibility for extra support
A sprung wooden slatted base enhances the bed frame's flexibility, allowing it to adapt to the weight and movement of a sleeping individual. This design feature offers improved support and can contribute to a more comfortable sleeping experience.
Padded headboard style - with plush cushioning for extra comfort
Soft fill behind the front surface softens contact when you sit up. It can make the headboard look bulkier, and the covered surface needs regular vacuuming because dust and hair settle into it.
Highly durable woven fabric - for life-proof comfort and timeless style
Tightly interlaced threads give the upholstery a firmer, less stretchy surface, helping it cope with repeated sitting and brushing against bedding. Spills and pet claws can mark it.
End-opening ottoman - with 21cm of internal storage
Lifting from the foot exposes the space beneath the mattress, letting you tuck bedding away without pulling out drawers. The 21cm depth suits flatter items more than bulky boxes.
Ottoman support safety bar - keeps the bed safely raised while in use
Prop bar leaves both hands free under the lifted base. It helps only once fully engaged, because a half-lifted frame can drop and heavier mattresses need controlled lifting.
Reader reviews of the Bethany Upholstered Ottoman Bed Frame
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Very happy with the quality and look of this bed frame. It offers ample storage and blends well with my decor.
A stunning frame, really great quality and we upgraded to a base board instead of the wooden slats to ensure longevity for the frame. We also paid for it to be installed and it was great and done quickly. Its a cream colour even though it looks slightly grey in the picture, quite heavy duty so looks worth the price tag attached.
Beautiful bed, highly recommend! Heavy bed but easy enough to manoeuvre if you need to. Id recommend getting the assemble service as we did and it was quite a complicated set up so Im glad the guys were the ones doing it and not us!
The bed opens from the bottom, not from the side like many others. VERY heavy (I weight train and can lift more than my bodyweight easily, but this gives some major resistance making it feel quite heavy). The set up was pretty straight forward, and took approx 5 hours Had a hard time getting the bed to close and then realised the mattress neesds to be ON the frame to assist. My frame also came with ripped stitching, which is a shame considering how much it costs
nice finish and fresh modern design, the only flaw is lifting the bed is too heavy, the gas arms are not powerful enough to give an effortless opening, I won't be using it to often as its very difficult to use
Love it it looks fabulous we got super king so its quite heavy to lift but worth it for all the storage
Ordered this bed after seeing it in store a few weeks prior. The headboard is great & the frame itself not too big for our room. I would call the colour cream though. Really pleased with our purchase.
Myself and my partner needed a new bed for a while and opted to travel to a local Dreams store to see if anything took our fancy. The service was brilliant from the Gateshead Metro Centre store, and we opted for a Super Kingsize Mattress and the Bethany Ottoman with flat board upgrade. It was roughly 5 weeks from order to delivery which was great. We opted for it to be built on delivery, which was handled brilliantly with prompt delivery and quick construction. The bed itself feels very solid, and looks great in the room. Much better than our last bed from an Oak based store. I personally love the size and thickness of the headboard and the height of the bed is perfect. The ottoman storage is great too with an easily accessible gas lift from the bottom of the bed. I would recommend this bed for anyone who likes the look of it!
Very nice bed. Ordered the Duke originally but didnt fit up our tiny staircase. But this one did and we are very happy with the frame. Looks lovely in our new house!
We love the upholstery and wood combination. A simple yet modern bed frame that will sit beautifully in most bedroom spaces.
The squared edges with French seam detail, coupled with a cool linen-look fabric make Bethany bang on trend. The soft cushioned headboard is perfect for bed time reading and the ample storage space will give you lots of room to hide away extra bedding, towels or shoes.
Love this bed frame, solid and high quality. Loads of storage space. Only slightly difficult to lift at first but it is getting easier
Beautiful bed, really pleased with purchase. Loads of storage room underneath. The ottoman is heavier to lift than expected but not unmanageable. I would say the bed is more of a warm white/cream than grey in colour but this is exactly what I wanted. Would advise viewing in person before purchasing to verify the colour as it's difficult to tell from the image on the website. Delivery and installation went fine, well worth spending the extra to have it put together in under 30 minutes and all packaging removed.
Love this bed. Exactly what we wanted. Easy to put together and has loads of storage underneath.
Stunning bed very timeless and chic. Looks great and love the fabric quality and colour. Its white with subtle beige tones woven through it. Storage is really big (i got king sized) and went for the solid base.
Great looking and really comfortable. Solid construction with fantastic storage space.
Really solid and sturdy bed frame. Great service from the Dreams team in Truro, bed arrived on time, rapidly assembled and delighted with the result!
Lovely bed, very comfortable. Easy to open and plenty of storage
Very well made and practical with all the storage underneath. Lovely quality and very comfortable
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