Platform beds are in fashion. The Oriental look is one of the-rage model for modern furniture buffs, and seems so for sound reasons too. If you wonder, what exactly a platform bed means, look up its definition, spring less beds with a raised, flat, hard, horizontal surface meant to support a mattress. There are many factors that favor platform beds and its great design. The height is a strong plus, for it has a lower profile than most regular beds and hence, is more convenient. Platform beds do not use box spring units, and are built using a structure of wooden slats. The look is much more unfussy, relaxed and looks neat in any space.
It is much easier to decorate a platform bed. If you like, use Oriental looking duvets, and comforters against a plain scheme to bring out the features. Regular Western patterns look great too. Some of the platform bed models extend up to the ground, so your bed skirts wont work well with hiding stuff below (good for all, solution). Then there are some box models that look just great while offering you the ease of storage, those extra linen and pillow covers, sheets and blankets you keep wondering where to place.
One of the reasons...