bed frame

noun

variants or less commonly bedframe

ˈbed-ˌfrām 

plural bed frames also bedframes

: a structure designed to support a mattress

Having a sturdy bed frame makes a difference in caring for your mattress and even your sleep quality, as poorly constructed options may wobble or creak with every movement.

—McKenzie Dillon

called also bedstead

Examples of bed frame in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For a contemporary take that can span everything from a modern farmhouse to a quaint cottage, these seven spindle bed frames bring elegance to your bedroom with a historical touch. —Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 21 Apr. 2026

Often fewer than 12 inches from the floor to the top of the mattress, these bed frames create a cozy and unassuming aesthetic and are popular with bohemian-style bedrooms. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026

Many leave behind bulky items like sofas, bed frames, and tables that are ripe for scavenging. —Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 14 Apr. 2026

Clean the bed frame, headboard and the floor underneath too. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026

Your bed frame, headboard and floor beneath the bed collect dust that migrates right back onto the mattress. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026

Each time, the car was packed into the moving truck along with the bed frames and kitchen table. —Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1815, in the meaning defined above