Budgeting for a new bed and mattress is easier when you understand what actually drives the price difference between options, rather than just comparing headline numbers.
What Affects Bed Frame Pricing
Size is the biggest factor — a single divan costs meaningfully less than a super king. Beyond size, storage features (drawers, ottoman lift mechanisms) add cost over a basic frame, and material and finish quality vary the price within the same size and style.
What Affects Mattress Pricing
Construction is the main driver here: a basic sprung mattress typically costs less than a Pocket 1500 with individually wrapped springs and a foam comfort layer. Size also scales the price the same way it does for bed frames.
Where to Spend and Where to Save
If you have to prioritise, spending a bit more on the mattress over the bed frame tends to have more impact on sleep quality — a great frame with a poor mattress won't sleep as well as a basic frame with a good mattress. See our Mattresses range across all constructions and sizes.
Storage Features: Worth the Extra Cost?
An ottoman or divan-with-drawers costs more than a basic frame, but if you're short on storage elsewhere in the room, it can remove the need for a separate storage unit entirely — see our guide on whether ottoman beds are worth it for a fuller breakdown.
A Realistic Budget Range
For a complete bed and mattress covering a standard double, expect a straightforward divan and sprung mattress combination to sit at the more affordable end, with ottoman storage and Pocket 1500 constructions adding a premium on top. Compare products directly in our Beds & Mattresses range to see current pricing across sizes and constructions.
Remember: Delivery is Unassembled
All beds are delivered flat-packed for self-assembly — factor in your own time (or a fitting service, arranged separately) when planning delivery day.