sleigh bed
noun
: a bed common especially in the first half of the 19th century having a solid headboard and footboard that roll outward at the top
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Arhaus delivers a low-profile and elegant take on the traditional sleigh bed with a curved headboard and footboard that bookend the frame.
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
The final inspiration that led to the specific design was personal, his grandmother’s sleigh bed.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2025
In addition to the popular platform bed, Pottery Barn offers an extensive collection of beds including sleigh beds and canopy beds.
—Jenna Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024
The pine furniture throughout the space, but particularly the sweet antique sleigh bed, was the impetus for Knorr’s business.
—Chantal Lamers, House Beautiful, 30 Jan. 2023
Stately and sophisticated, the wrought-iron sleigh bed was designed in partnership with the architect Kipp Edick, forged using traditional artisanal techniques and paired with upholstered head- and footboards to achieve an heirloom feel.
—New York Times, 17 Dec. 2020
Accommodations include whimsical decor, like a sleigh bed and bunk beds equipped with a slide.
—Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2020
The room has pink-striped walls, a green floral rug and a wooden sleigh bed.
—Hannah Chubb, PEOPLE.com, 9 Oct. 2019
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Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Feb. 2026
The final inspiration that led to the specific design was personal, his grandmother’s sleigh bed.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2025
In addition to the popular platform bed, Pottery Barn offers an extensive collection of beds including sleigh beds and canopy beds.
—Jenna Clark, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 July 2024
The pine furniture throughout the space, but particularly the sweet antique sleigh bed, was the impetus for Knorr’s business.
—Chantal Lamers, House Beautiful, 30 Jan. 2023
Stately and sophisticated, the wrought-iron sleigh bed was designed in partnership with the architect Kipp Edick, forged using traditional artisanal techniques and paired with upholstered head- and footboards to achieve an heirloom feel.
—New York Times, 17 Dec. 2020
Accommodations include whimsical decor, like a sleigh bed and bunk beds equipped with a slide.
—Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2020
The room has pink-striped walls, a green floral rug and a wooden sleigh bed.
—Hannah Chubb, PEOPLE.com, 9 Oct. 2019
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