Last updated: 16.09.2025
Best Bed Frames by French Bedroom
When it comes to creating a bedroom that feels both timeless and luxurious, the bed frame is at the heart of it all. More than just support for your mattress, a bed frame defines the style, atmosphere, and comfort of your sanctuary.
Bed frames come in a variety of styles, from upholstered designs that bring softness and comfort, to rattan bed frames that feel light and airy, to solid wood and carved pieces that anchor a space with timeless craftsmanship. For those who love a dramatic centrepiece, the Douceur Carved Upholstered Bed Frame offers indulgence and grandeur.
What makes French bed frames stand apart is their marriage of aesthetic and function. Unlike standard frames, which often prioritise utility alone, French bed frame designs focus on elegance, detail, and longevity. With gentle curves, hand-carved detailing, and premium fabrics, they bring character and personality to the bedroom while still being practical, sturdy, and built to last.
French bed frames take their inspiration from celebrated periods of design such as the ornate Rococo era or the simplicity of Gustavian furniture. Each style offers its own distinctive character, from lavish curves to understated refinement, and together they elevate your bedroom into a true sanctuary of style and comfort.
In this guide, we’ll showcase the finest French bed frames, revealing what makes them truly distinctive and stylish, and share expert styling tips and go-withs.
Upholstered Bed Frames
Love Story Naturelle Linen Upholstered Bed
Upholstered bed frames bring a sense of softness and serenity to the bedroom, combining comfort with refined elegance.
This upholstered bed frame pairs a solid oak frame with natural beige linen, allowing the two textures to work in perfect harmony. The upholstered headboard, side rails and footboard are finished in the same natural linen, framed with slim double-piping and delicate hand-carved detailing that speaks to the artistry of its design.
Modest yet striking, this bed creates a tranquil base that complements a multitude of interior schemes, ensuring it remains a cherished piece that will travel with you through every stage of life.
Read more | The Joys of an Upholstered Bed
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Rattan Bed Frames
Love Story Sérénité Rattan Bed
Rattan bed frames embody the effortless romance of French country living, combining rustic charm with refined elegance.
Our Love Story Sérénité Rattan Bed, crafted exclusively for French Bedroom, is a quiet poem of craftsmanship. Its statuesque oak frame is softened by delicate floral motifs above the tapered feet, while the honeyed tones of antiqued oak embrace hand-woven rattan to create a piece that feels both graceful and enduring.
“I designed this bed frame to offer a base layer for a myriad of styling options. Dress it in trailing florals and ruffled linen, and your bedroom becomes a reverie - a place where sunlight spills in on stolen Sunday mornings. Or keep it simple with natural crumpled linens and a single dried flower for a more minimal yet luxurious aesthetic,” explains Georgia Metcalfe, Founder & Creative Director of French Bedroom.
Finished with a satin varnish to highlight the oak’s unique character, no two pieces are ever the same, making this a romantic yet practical bed that moves beautifully through styles, seasons, and homes.
Read more | How To Choose The Perfect Rattan Bed Frame For Your Bedroom
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Wooden/Carved Bed Frames
Clair de Lune Bed
Wooden and carved bed frames embody heritage and craftsmanship, bringing warmth and permanence to the bedroom.
The Clair de Lune Bed, named after Debussy’s masterpiece, takes inspiration from authentic French antiques and is hand-carved with exquisite detail.
Made from sustainable Bayur wood and finished with a soft distemper to enhance the grain, it is designed to age gracefully into an antique of the future. Gentle curves and carved tassel motifs lend a romantic softness, while thoughtful design touches ensure beauty and longevity.
As Georgia Metcalfe, Founder & Creative Director, explains, “The Clair de Lune Collection was designed for thoughtful versatility, evolving with you and your home over time.”
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Velvet Bed Frames
Debutante Velvet Bed
Velvet bed frames are the epitome of indulgence, combining sumptuous texture with timeless elegance.
The Debutante Bed captures this perfectly, upholstered in the softest pale blue velvet with a luxuriously deep headboard framed by wide-weave ivory piping. Designed with a low footboard to let the headboard take centre stage, it balances classic curves with a fresh, contemporary touch.
Handmade in the UK by skilled craftsmen, every detail has been thoughtfully considered - from the velvet-covered side rails to the modesty panels that conceal the slats. The super soft velvet is also practical, offering excellent stain resistance while maintaining its romantic, graceful appeal.
Finished with natural oak feet, the Debutante is a statement piece that works beautifully in both contemporary and classic rooms.
Read more | How To Clean a Velvet Bed
Classic French Bed Frames
Gustavian Dark Low Footboard Bed
Classic French bed frames embody elegance that endures across centuries.
French bed frames such as our Gustavian Dark Bed, take inspiration from Gustavian furniture, with its roots in 18th-century France and Sweden. It is celebrated for its neoclassicist characteristics such as clarity of form and strong horizontal and vertical lines, and its refined craftsmanship.
This bed frame is a modern interpretation of this tradition. Crafted from solid ash wood with a rich dark stain and upholstered in mushroom-toned, stain-resistant linen, it combines strength with sophistication. Details such as hand-carved fluting and acorn finials add subtle character, making it a timeless piece for both traditional and contemporary homes.
Read more | What is Gustavian Furniture?
Read more | Exploring The Gustavian Dark Collection
Curved Bed Frames
Douceur Carved Upholstered Bed
Curved bed frames bring a softness and gentle rhythm to bedroom design, adding a romantic touch that feels both refined and inviting.
The Douceur Bed is the perfect expression of this style. Hand-carved from solid oak, the frame is finished with a pale distemper that enhances the natural grain, while soft-touch linen upholstery and double-piped edges create a graceful, polished look.
Meaning “sweetness” in French, the Douceur Collection lives up to its name with refined detailing and harmonious design. Paired with matching pieces such as the carved Douceur Bench or Petite Douceur Pet Bed, it offers a complete scheme rooted in gentleness, craftsmanship and enduring style.
Best Bed Frames for Luxury Bedrooms
Love Story Taupe Bed
Luxury French bed frames are designed to be the heart of a bedroom, combining romance, artistry, and luxury.
The Love Story Taupe Bed from our exclusive collection captures this beautifully. Crafted from solid oak and finished to highlight the natural grain, no two pieces are ever the same.
The deep-buttoned taupe velvet headboard, framed with piped edging, is paired with scalloped rails that echo its gentle curves, creating a silhouette that feels both graceful and versatile.
Final Thoughts
Choosing the right bed frame is about more than practicality, it’s about finding a piece that reflects your style and elevates your bedroom into a sanctuary. Whether you’re drawn to velvet, rattan, carved wood, or timeless classics, French Bedroom has the perfect frame waiting for you.
FAQs
Opt for a slimline rattan or linen upholstered bed frame to maximise space while keeping the look stylish.
Solid wood is the most durable choice, with carved French frames offering longevity and timeless beauty.
Upholstered and curved bed frames blend beautifully with contemporary interiors, offering softness and elegance.
Yes, with regular hoovering and prompt spot cleaning.
For detailed tips, see our How to Clean an Upholstered Bed blog.
French bed frames come in a wide variety of styles, each offering its own character and charm:
Upholstered bed frames - soft and versatile, creating a serene and cocooning feel
Rattan bed frames - light, airy and full of rustic charm
Wooden and carved bed frames - timeless, durable and steeped in craftsmanship
Velvet bed frames - indulgent, luxurious and wonderfully tactile
Classic French bed frames - elegant and inspired by French History, they're the designs that never go out of style
Curved bed frames - graceful silhouettes that add softness and romance
Luxury bed frames - statement pieces that transform the bedroom into a sanctuary
