Isabella Platform Ottoman Bed Frame
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- Brand: The Dreams Workshop
From £799.00
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- Brand
- The Dreams Workshop
- Retailer
- Dreams
- Delivery time
- Good
- Customer sentiment
- Average
- Guarantee
- Average
About the Isabella Platform Ottoman Bed Frame
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Space-poor bedrooms are the obvious audience for the Dreams Isabella Platform Ottoman Bed Frame: a wooden ottoman frame in either deep walnut or warm oak, with a high indented headboard and a lift-up base for bedding, clothes or shoes. The design is storage-led, not minimal. Its standard sprung slats are a comfort-biased support choice rather than the maximum-rigidity approach of solid-platform ottomans; that is a fairly honest high-street mid-market spec, but it makes hinge alignment, the centre rail and the slatted base assembly more critical than on a simple non-storage bedstead. Full-footprint storage is the reward. An ottoman gives access to the whole under-bed area, where drawer storage needs side clearance and usually wastes the middle section, but the mechanism adds weight, moving parts and more scope for tolerance issues. The high headboard pushes it towards a smart, furnished-bedroom look rather than a plain spare-room frame, and the rounded, wipe-clean finish is repeatedly liked in happier accounts, especially by those wanting a wood-effect style without fabric dust traps.
The relationship between storage, lift mechanism and room layout is the Isabella’s strongest fit point: it suits a main bedroom where floor space is tight, drawer access would be awkward, and spare bedding needs to disappear under the mattress base. Multiple accounts describe the storage as generous, the finished bed as sturdy once built, and the lift as surprisingly easy in daily use, which matches the sprung-slat base sitting inside a lifting frame rather than loose timber battens. Assembly is the awkward part. Low-scoring feedback repeatedly flags damaged or warped parts, poor tolerances, unclear instructions and a job that becomes difficult for one person once the slatted frame has to meet the hinges. The finish also divides opinion more than the manufacturer’s walnut-or-oak wording suggests, with complaints about peeling and a walnut colour that arrived greener or duller than expected; where that happens, the customer picture is less “wooden furniture” and more vulnerable applied finish. Couples using a heavier mattress are better served by careful two-person assembly, because a misaligned ottoman base is exactly where squeaks, stiffness and uneven support tend to start. For storage-first main bedrooms that want a smart wooden look without drawer clearance, this is the right call. For frequent movers, DIY-averse households or anyone expecting solid timber furniture, look at a simpler solid-platform frame or the £700-plus ottoman tier instead.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Quality materials contribute to a sturdy frame that many customers appreciate over time.
- Lift mechanism allows users to access ample storage space easily.
- Stylish design complements various home decors, making it a visually appealing choice.
- Easy-to-clean surfaces keep maintenance simple for busy households.
Cons
- Reported issues with frame warping lead to functional inadequacies in the ottoman design.
- Assembly instructions are often unclear, causing frustration during setup for many users.
- Some customers received low-quality wood that began peeling shortly after purchase.
- Inconsistent finish colour from online photos disappointed buyers expecting specific shades.
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Specifications
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Natural wood effect finish - with a rustic grain textured design
The natural wood effect finish with a rustic grain textured design adds a charming, authentic appearance to any bedroom décor. It creates a sense of warmth and homeliness while offering the aesthetic appeal of genuine wood without the associated maintenance.
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.
End-opening ottoman - with 26cm of internal storage
Contemporary slatted design - modern lines with a sleek finish
End-opening ottoman - with 25cm of internal storage
Reader reviews of the Isabella Platform Ottoman Bed Frame
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Chic design and superb storage capacity make this a great purchase. Also, the ottoman lift is smooth and easy to operate.
Good quality stylish bed, with a wonderful amount of storage. Solves a long standing problem of storing spare duvets on top of wardrobes and spare bed linen in bedside chest of drawers.
Amazing bed. Well made. Has so much storage makes our small bedroom much more usable.
My shines remain un bruised weeks on. My old bed frame had a vendetta against me. It constantly jumped out with its big ugly frame and tried to trip me up in the middle of the night. The curved edges, small form factor and slick design make this a comfortably, safe, practical and beautiful bed. The ottoman is… well I cant believe Ive gone almost 40 years without one. The additional storage has been vital for such a small flat. I love it, we love it, youll love it. (If Dreams use this in an ad I want royalties)
This frame looks absolutely gorgeous, the curved headboard with a floating border is supportive and the opening mechanism is easy and theres so much storage underneath. Particularly useful if you have a pet that likes hiding under the bed, and it makes hoovering the bedroom a doddle.
Really pleased with this bed, the quality is excellent and it feels very sturdy. We especially love the ottoman feature, it offers loads of handy storage space. Would definitely recommend!
The concept is great and it is very practical, however as always the devil is in the detail and in this case it is sadly lacking. One of the end panels was damaged but fortunately I was able to fit this on the top end which was situated against the wall and out of sight. The main fitments of the unit perform well.
The beds and mattresses we've got from you are brilliant in general, especially Isabella model looks like very solid bed frame. However, the headboard of Isabella has a bit of vinyl that came off. We reported that to Dreams few weeks ago, but we haven't got any response yet. I hope to hear from you soon as we would like to change the headboard. Thank you.
The ottoman function on this works very well. Easy up, and down. Wasnt too hard to build. Delivered on time. Helpful friendly driver (Stephen and colleague). However 1) the wood sticks out further than you realise it will from the images, further than the mattress. My husband and I keep banging ourselves on it. Being covered in bruises is no middle aged persons idea of fun! 2) the slatted base, whilst in one piece we didnt have to assemble (nice surprise, had to assemble my son's single ottoman from another supplier) Unfortunately, many of the slats had cracks, chips, or splits. Not noticed until delivery drivers had left. Emailed customer services with pictures, and they were quick to arrange to send out a new one, and instruct their team to remove the old and replace the new. Great! Nothing for us to do. Except the new one was exactly the same. Told they would let the team know, I'd get a call within 1hr. They'd tell them to Q.C. control check it before sending it out. No call came. I emailed them. I'm awaiting a response, a new delivery date, and a slatted base I am confident will last the lengthy duration that a brand new bed should
Lovely looking bed frame. The design is slightly flawed with the stand on the ottoman when closing. But apart from that. All good
Surprised with the amount of storage space
Bought for guest room and chose ottoman style for storage. We assembled it ourselves in a couple of hours. It looks very stylish. Lots of room in the base.
I want another one ! This bed is fantastic so much storage space . The wood is lovely has a rich walnut colour and suits my room perfectly. The mechanism is spot and is so easy to lift and replace down again. Service was perfect , delivered and built in the room by two great chaps who did fantastic job! Will definitely get another similar for the other bedroom, and I do recommend getting it built so you have it ready to go!
Beautifully made with plenty of storage
We are really pleased with our Isabella Platform ottoman bed. It lifts up and down easily and has lots of storage space underneath.
Wonderful Finish, worth for money, great assistance at store and hustle free installation by the delivery team. Also the best part is having a separate handle to lift the bed to access storage. We simply love it.
Love this, strong and sturdy and looks lovely
Beautiful bed, Ive had so many people telling me how lovely it looks, Im more than happy with it, its perfect for all my bedding, towels etc, huge amount of storage space, I havent slept so well in years. Definitely highly recommend this bed.
Good, stable structure. Loads of storage space.
Very nice looking from and works well came a bit scuffed
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