Detroit Upholstered Sleigh Bed Frame Rated 4.8/5 based on 864 customer reviews
Detroit Upholstered Sleigh Bed Frame

Detroit Upholstered Sleigh Bed Frame

fabric upholstered bed frames
£749.00
sleeping cat
21p per sleep based on average bed frame lifespan
Single
Small Double
Double
King Size
Super King
With Sprung Slats
With Solid Slats
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Huge value for money.

Fast delivery available allowing people to get this product the same week in some cases.

Built to last.

No smaller sizes available.

Limited colours, albeit all you need is grey in my opinion.

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Why our sleep experts loved it

The Detroit Upholstered Sleigh Bed Frame is one that will stand out in any room you place it. A feature product with a bold and rugged design, the Detroit Upholstered Sleigh Bed Frame is one of the most popular frames in the Dreams inventory.

Available in both grey and brown, each produced with a different material giving you very different looks and textures. My personal preference is toward the grey which is effortlessly stylish however, consider the brown for wipe away cleanliness thanks to the sleek and clean material on offer.

Feedback for the Detroit is strong with over 800 reviews and an impressive 97% consumer satisfaction which highlights consumer confidence with this particular model which performs above average in the general consumer consensus. 

Customers particularly enjoyed how large and well made it is with numerous people talking about the good quality and how solid of a unit it is. Others enjoyed the colour and how good the value for money is. 

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4.81 - 864 reviews

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C_Taylor
via Dreams
5
I've been putting off buying a new bed for the last few years but finally decided to take the plunge and move up from a king size to a super king in the Detroit upholstered bed frame. It comes very well packaged and the delivery people were friendly and helpful and it was no bother for them to bring it all 50 metres up the driveway. One thing worth noting is that the bed head is a single piece and is very big, something which I didn't consider when purchasing. It was only when it arrived I considered whether it would actually go up the stair case! The entire frame is well constructed and all bolts/screws more than adequate however attaching the slats is a bit fiddly due to the retaining bolts that go underneath not having any means to grip the wood. This means you have to either have someone with small arms that can fit through the slats and hold the allen key or be very flexible! Once made the frame is study and looks fabulous, the addition of the sliding draw is a bonus. Again the drawer is well made but would have been nice if there was some sort of runner for it to keep it central as opposed to just being on caster wheels. Really happy with the purchase overall and with 100 off made it even better value for money.
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MaDexter
via Dreams
5
As I was ordering this, my husband kept asking me if I had checked the measurements. As we'd had a EU sized bed before which are longer, I had ignored the length. The finished article was much longer and we couldn't get past it. We've had our bed in the same and only place we thought it would fit so we were panic stricken. I had to go out so left my husband scratching his head. When I returned, I found the bedroom transformed and the bed looking magnificent. Shame I'd bought the wrong sized sheets! Once I'd corrected my mistake, we got into bed and found that we were so comfortable. None of those horrible sprung slats, a feeling of luxury with the sturdy, plush bed frame and a nice wipeable head board. The only thing that looked a bit shabby was the base of the drawer where the laminate was chipped. However, the draw gliding beautifully back and forth more than made up for this and it does not detract from its structure. I love the bed, it is so much more comfortable and lovely looking than the 3 times the price bed we'd suffered with for the last five years from a well known brand, so good value too. Maybe with better sleep, I'll make fewer mistakes!
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Terry T
via Dreams
5
after finally deciding on which style of bed we wanted due to space and storage issues we bought this sleigh bed in a sale and completely blind. when it arrived about a week later it looked huge. we set about putting it together which was pretty easy. My only concern was there was no center support for the slatts . thankfully i had my old bed and used the center support from that to strengthen the new bed as i assembled it although it probably wasnt necessary. it was easy to put together the draw was the hardest part. The whole look of the bed was perfect the material was great and the draw just big enough to store our spare bedding. we are so pleased with our new bed and the quick and helpfull service we got from our local dreams staff. Many thanks.
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1MAC
via Dreams
5
I bought this instead of an ottoman bed as the amount of storage was just enough so as not to hoard stuff not required as we all do The bed frame is quick and easy to put togeather fella solid and looks great The draw is also well built with plenty of support in the draw base to ensure the base can hold what is placed within The draw actually takes longer to assemble than the frame Overall am very happy with the look build and the support it gives to my mattress If you are considering this bed you will not be disappointed The only downside is the choice of colour and trim but if it fits your style I highly recommend this bed It is well built sturdy and looks great
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Waqar
via Dreams
4
We have a super king in brown leather for the master bedroom which we bought with memory foam mattress. It is a solid and great addition to the room that elevates it. We also have the same in double in our second bedroom. It goes great with our oak bedroom furniture and Laura Ashley bed sets. This is a great bed but you should consider that it will take up a lot of space in the room (much larger than the mattress). Also it is very difficult to assemble yourself so buying assembly is a wise choice. Finally the material looks great but I fear it will not age well and might get damaged easily. I took out bedcover which provides some peace of mind in that area.
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HerStory
via Dreams
5
I love my new bed! It looks so nice in the grey fabric and it feels soft. It's a fairly high frame compared to other sleigh beds. It is very sturdy and holds our very deep mattress perfectly. We brought this bed with a deep mattress to accommodate my partner who is 6'4 - he fits well in it, and if he slides down the bed during the night, the soft fabric of the bed means his feet can hang over the end without rubbing or pain. The drawer can hold a surprising amount, and if you need to get under the bed for any reason, you can just pull out the whole drawer and easily get under. All in all, it is a fantastic bed frame and worth the money.
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M Javaid
via Dreams
5
Great product. Good quality and much more solid than other similar products. Draw has additional supports under the chipboard to avoid collapsing. Wooden planks go all the way across the bed (as opposed to half way on some beds) and are more solid than any bed I have ever had. The fabric looks classy and exactly like I wanted, not cheap or tacky. Great for the price!!! Only negative is that the bed is a but light weight. I have laminate flooring and only the headboard is on a wall and therefore the bed moves slightly if pushed whilst moving around however can easily be prevented by adding grips on the beds. Overall, Great product!!!
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Claire B.
via Dreams
5
We were in the process of purchasing our first house and wanted a new bed frame. Dreams made everything so easy and their customer service was second to none. We ordered and paid for the bed and called to change delivery address (after we dropped out of one house purchase and bought another instead) and change the date for delivery. The bed arrived when they said it would, the 2 guys were friendly, professional, quick and clean to assemble the bed. The frame itself is fantastic, so sturdy and comfortable. It's the best sleep my husband and I have had in years. Couldn't recommend Dreams enough. Simply fab from start to finish.
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Mat T
via Dreams
5
I bought this bed in early January after our current bed broke. The lead time was 6 weeks but it has been worth the wait. The bed is lovely and sturdy whilst having a feeling of quality. It took me nearly 4 hours to construct but this was mostly on my own and without an electric screwdriver which would have saved time. Instructions were good and clear. One part was damaged on arrival and Dreams have been great and are coming out with the new part and swapping it out and installing the new part (drawer front) without charge and taking away the old part. Excellent service!
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redfresa
via Dreams
5
We decided to replace our kingsize bed frame with this one, but the super king sized version. The delivery was was communicated, including a two hour times lot given the day before. The delivery chaps arrived bang on time and carried the boxes upstairs. Polite and professional. The build was ok (wife did it!), and the results stunning. The bed certainly dominates the room and looks luxurious. After a few weeks of sleeping on it (with an Emma mattress), we are both extremely happy. Solid, huge, quality and looks. Top job Dreams...
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Melody1111
via Dreams
4
Tbh I can't really fault this bed base it's outstanding, it's like sleeping in a king size 5 star hotel bed BUT the wooden Slats do not come sanded down what's so ever! 3 mnths into this purchase, I had to get a replacement mattress from where the slats were splintered, chipping, falling off! In turn split my mattress. I've literally today had the mattress replaced (wonderful service) but as they have just explained to me whilst replacing the slats, that you'll always have those wood notches in the wood, even if you were to sand down.
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steffi c
via Dreams
5
I bought this bed a couple of weeks ago. It wasn't the one I originally ordered as that had been discontinued after I ordered it but I was pleased with the alternative offered It was fairly easy to build, although it took me a while but in fairness I built it on my own!. The mattress is very comfortable and the storage drawer is spacious and I really like the fact that it wheels in on castors so there is no danger of it coming off runners. The drawer base is solid and not flimsy like some divan drawers are. Very pleased with it.
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Questions and Answers About The Detroit Upholstered Sleigh Bed Frame

Prospective customers had the following questions about the product

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MSCD
what is the size/ measurements of drawer in double bed? what is return policy if i do not like it on arrival?

Answer: The internal storage measurements for the drawer are:Length - 57cmWidth - 102cmDepth - 22cmOnce the bed is delivered you have 14 days to notify the cancellations team that you would like to return the bed. There would be a 39 collection fee deducted from your refund. The bed would need to be unused and in it's original packaging.
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Baldybedman
Hello , I was thinking of ordering this bed in Superkingsize, whats the cancelation/ returns policy since i cant view under Covid lockdown ?

Answer: In the event you do not like the product your receive you can return the item as long as it is unused and in perfect condition. You would need to notify the customer service team that you would like to return the item within 14 days of delivery. There would be a collection charge of 39 deducted from your refund.
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Monster1
Why is the Detroit only available in the leather for sleep motion and not the upholstered grey? As the bed frame would be the same size.

Answer: The side rails of the frames have to be altered slightly to allow the sleep motion drop in, unfortunately at the moment we do not offer the Grey in this option by may look to in the future. As an alternative the Lucia bed frame can be purchased in Grey with the sleep motion drop in
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arbuckle58
what mattress size does take. is it 130 x190 thanks

Answer: This bed frame is available in either Small Double, Double, King or Super King and so will fit these standard sized mattresses.Small Double - 120 x 190cmDouble - 135 x 190cmKing - 150 x 200cmSuper King - 180 x 200cm
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Chris5026
Hi, my mattress is 37cm thick... I see a few people have asked similar questions about mattress thickness, but it doesn't seem entirely clear. Will my mattress fit correctly, there appears to be only 28cm or so from the slats to the top of the foot board?

Answer: If your mattress is over 28cm thick, it will be taller than the footend. It will fit into the bedframe without a problem but for aesthetic reasons, we would recommend using a mattress 28cm or less in depth.
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Tray1
Will a flaxby mattress fit on this bed? And do you recycle the old bed Thanks

Answer: A flaxby mattress would fit this bedframe. Unfortunately at the moment the recycling service is suspended due to the current lockdown. Once the restrictions have eased we will review this suspension.
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James96
Whats the maximum weight for the bed

Answer: All of the bed bases are tested to BS EN 1725, then they are tested against a user of approximately 110kg on each side. (Domestic use only). Mattress weight and user weight should be distributed evenly.Many
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Makan
How big is the drawer? The full length of the bed, half or just standard size?

Answer: The size of the drawer depends on the size of the bed frame:Small Double - 105cm (L) x 60cm (W)Double - 105cm (L) x 60cm (W)King - 120cm (L) x 60cm (W)Super King - 120cm (L) x 60cm (W)
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Ajcrabb
How big is the pull out draw? Can i fit a medium suitcase in it?

Answer: The size of the drawer depends on the size of the bed frame: Small Double - 105cm (L) x 60cm (W) Double - 105cm (L) x 60cm (W) King - 120cm (L) x 60cm (W) Super King - 120cm (L) x 60cm (W)
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FiFi85
Is this bed able to be delivered upstairs & assembled?

Answer: We are able to deliver this bed frame to your room of choice, whether that be upstairs or downstairs. However, we are not able to assemble any bed frames if you are in a Tier 4 location.
Of The Detroit Upholstered Sleigh Bed Frame
Brand: The Dreams Workshop
Retailer: Dreams
Delivery Time: Average
Delivery Charge: Excellent
Customer Sentiment: Good
Guarantee: Average

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