This bed is all they said it would be. The drawers work smoothly.
Took a while to assemble but, we just made it a family affair.
Actually our kids and their spouses did it as part of our Christmas..
The bed is solid, well have to wait and see how durable it is but, seems fine for now.
After reading some reviews about quality and how difficult it was to assemble, I took the risk and decided to purchase this bed anyway. I was very pleased with what I actually received. The bed is VERY heavy, and solid once assembled. The instructions were very clear, the pre-drilled holes were lined up and all the hardware was included. I actually allowed my 16 year old son to assemble the bed. He only needed minimal help holding pieces still but otherwise, there were no issues.
Pros: The bed is a great height, it was easy to assemble, it is sturdy, the drawers run very smoothly.
Cons: The slats that the bed rests on are exceptionally cheap quality, and bowed (it does not seem to affect the mattress though). The boxes were very heavy and you need a large area to assemble the bed because the pieces are so long. The bottoms of the drawers will not support very much weight.
I wish I could give the bed 4.5 stars instead of only 4. I would take half a star for the quality of the slats. I suppose once the body weight is evenly distributed across all of them, they are ok, but I just wasnt please with bowed and splintered wood.
If you purchase this bed, one tip.. use a power screwdriver. There are MANY many screws, and it will cut your assembly time in half or more.
The bed looks good and drawer works great but I have to test in time to actually see how it performs. Aesthetic wise it looks awesome with the right proportion and perfect size for queen mattress. Customer service is great from the manufacturer as they send the replacement parts when I requested. The shipment comes from Canada so it may take a while which I dont mind waiting. They were kind enough to explain me the custom related time lag which I totally understand and have no complains. The packaging was good considering the weight of the item being shipped.
The few design flaws:
1. The screws for the drawer rails frees itself during assembly- problem could be in the material of the board, may be not enough wood density.
2. The bolts on the side rails are not recessed and thus damaging the drawers every time you close the drawer. Although it is minor but feels bad when you see every time it is happening to your bed.
3. The drawer could have been a little deeper but then you need a bigger room too.
I bought this bed almost a year ago. It arrived quickly and was in good condition. One corner was damaged during shipping. It wasnt worth sending it back. I dab of super glue and it was as good as new. I bought the same bed for my niece. There were a ton of negative reviews. I was amazed. Im a big guy. 68 275 Ive broken every bed Ive owned since I was 12. Ive tried to break this bed. Lol No such luck. It doesnt shimmy or wobble. It doesnt make a sound. Its amazing. Ive paid twice as much for a bed frame and it lasted half as long. Yes, it is pressed wood. The drawers are at best flimsy. Theyre great for socks, underwear, or pillows. Not much more. Overall, I would and have bought this bed again.
The Manhattan Storage Bed arrived in a timely fashion. It took about 8 hours for a professional builder to assemble but once done it looks very nice. The hardware is above average quality, the drawers slide nicely. The wood is not of the best quality so set up should be done in the bedroom. I do not recommend moving the bed frame with bed on top.
It would be great if the bed manufacturer made more room for your toes at the bottom. However, For the beauty and function of the frame I would recommend this storage bed.
The bed arrived on time in 2 packages as stated. Upon opening as instructed all the parts were accounted for. The putting together was rather easy with the well detailed instructions. Only needed some help from my mate with the heavy pieces. Bed went together in one day and the drawers the next. The only reason it is not 5 stars is the center drawers do not fit well. Must have something to do with the frame not the drawers. It is not noticeable nor does it hinder the use. Im very pleased with the purchase.
Nice unit, good shipping for the most part, however some of the wood slats arrived cracked lengthwise, so looks like from mfg.
Also, the slats go from head-to-toe in the bed frame to support mattress. Problem is, the slats slide out of their slots they sit in and the mattress drops. the foot board and head board tend to warp and when they do, it pulls out of the slats
I plan on fixing it myself, but they need to change it at the mfg level.
I thought the drawers were a little smaller and that the frame wasnt so tall. Without a boxspring, perfect height - it comes up to my hip and Im 56. With a box spring youll need a step stool or a running leap to get into it - it came up to the top of my waist. With a mattress/boxspring its about 4 1/2 off the ground. The storage space is great. For my husband and I, we dont need a dresser anymore which is a life saver since our new apartment has a really tiny bedroom. The drawers (for reference width size) can fit 2 folded T shirts next to each other with a lot of extra room around them (There isnt enough room to fit 3) or 2 pairs of pants folded in half once next to each other length wise. The drawers are deep and can hold a good amount of clothing but if its heavy the bottom part might fall a bit. The drawers arent made from the strongest material but for the price and storage Im not disappointed at all. I really love this piece of furniture, but if you plan on using a box spring get the 6 drawer size. Its also pretty easy to put together. My husband and I did it in about half a day.
*Weve had this frame for a year now and it still is awesome, I still love it and nothing has broken
**Edit: December 2014 - after 5 years it became a bit woobly. The bottoms of the drawers are made of a cheap cardboard that do not hold the weight of heavy clothing (winter clothing, multiple pairs of jeans, military BUDs). It feels like it was made from a cheaper wood. Weve since bought a new frame from for less money made from better, stronger material. If you cant fit a dresser in your room or just like extra drawer space this bed lasted pretty well for the past 5 years. I really cant complain about it, I would recommend this bed as long as you arent planning on using it forever or only as a guest room bed.
Good for the price. Easy to assemble. It took some time, but nowhere near as long as other reviewers stated. I cant comment on the comfort of the bed as I bought it for a renter. The price is hard to beat, but as expected it is mostly press board construction.
It took some time to assemble, but for the price, this bed is Great. I have a Sleep Number bed and was using it on a standard box spring which I nor the manufacturer would recommend. In fact, I was strongly considering getting rid of the Sleep Number bed altogether. However, after placing it on this platform the difference was outstanding. This bed provided the firmness and stability that I was looking for all along. I was even able to attach my original headboard with a little handy work. This platform has made all of the difference and will serve well with any style mattress. Its solid once assembled and looks good while providing ample storage. Again, this is a good buy for the money! I would recommend it to those who are looking for a more supportive feel and dont want to spend a ton of money on a solid wood set.
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Excellent bed for the money.
This bed is all they said it would be. The drawers work smoothly. Took a while to assemble but, we just made it a family affair. Actually our kids and their spouses did it as part of our Christmas.. The bed is solid, well have to wait and see how durable it is but, seems fine for now.
I am impressed
After reading some reviews about quality and how difficult it was to assemble, I took the risk and decided to purchase this bed anyway. I was very pleased with what I actually received. The bed is VERY heavy, and solid once assembled. The instructions were very clear, the pre-drilled holes were lined up and all the hardware was included. I actually allowed my 16 year old son to assemble the bed. He only needed minimal help holding pieces still but otherwise, there were no issues. Pros: The bed is a great height, it was easy to assemble, it is sturdy, the drawers run very smoothly. Cons: The slats that the bed rests on are exceptionally cheap quality, and bowed (it does not seem to affect the mattress though). The boxes were very heavy and you need a large area to assemble the bed because the pieces are so long. The bottoms of the drawers will not support very much weight. I wish I could give the bed 4.5 stars instead of only 4. I would take half a star for the quality of the slats. I suppose once the body weight is evenly distributed across all of them, they are ok, but I just wasnt please with bowed and splintered wood. If you purchase this bed, one tip.. use a power screwdriver. There are MANY many screws, and it will cut your assembly time in half or more.
Good looking but a little less sturdy bed
The bed looks good and drawer works great but I have to test in time to actually see how it performs. Aesthetic wise it looks awesome with the right proportion and perfect size for queen mattress. Customer service is great from the manufacturer as they send the replacement parts when I requested. The shipment comes from Canada so it may take a while which I dont mind waiting. They were kind enough to explain me the custom related time lag which I totally understand and have no complains. The packaging was good considering the weight of the item being shipped. The few design flaws: 1. The screws for the drawer rails frees itself during assembly- problem could be in the material of the board, may be not enough wood density. 2. The bolts on the side rails are not recessed and thus damaging the drawers every time you close the drawer. Although it is minor but feels bad when you see every time it is happening to your bed. 3. The drawer could have been a little deeper but then you need a bigger room too.
I felt that i should write something
I bought this bed almost a year ago. It arrived quickly and was in good condition. One corner was damaged during shipping. It wasnt worth sending it back. I dab of super glue and it was as good as new. I bought the same bed for my niece. There were a ton of negative reviews. I was amazed. Im a big guy. 68 275 Ive broken every bed Ive owned since I was 12. Ive tried to break this bed. Lol No such luck. It doesnt shimmy or wobble. It doesnt make a sound. Its amazing. Ive paid twice as much for a bed frame and it lasted half as long. Yes, it is pressed wood. The drawers are at best flimsy. Theyre great for socks, underwear, or pillows. Not much more. Overall, I would and have bought this bed again.
Manhattan Queen Platform Bed with 6 Drawers
The Manhattan Storage Bed arrived in a timely fashion. It took about 8 hours for a professional builder to assemble but once done it looks very nice. The hardware is above average quality, the drawers slide nicely. The wood is not of the best quality so set up should be done in the bedroom. I do not recommend moving the bed frame with bed on top. It would be great if the bed manufacturer made more room for your toes at the bottom. However, For the beauty and function of the frame I would recommend this storage bed.
Did it by myself (almost)
The bed arrived on time in 2 packages as stated. Upon opening as instructed all the parts were accounted for. The putting together was rather easy with the well detailed instructions. Only needed some help from my mate with the heavy pieces. Bed went together in one day and the drawers the next. The only reason it is not 5 stars is the center drawers do not fit well. Must have something to do with the frame not the drawers. It is not noticeable nor does it hinder the use. Im very pleased with the purchase.
Works ok
Nice unit, good shipping for the most part, however some of the wood slats arrived cracked lengthwise, so looks like from mfg. Also, the slats go from head-to-toe in the bed frame to support mattress. Problem is, the slats slide out of their slots they sit in and the mattress drops. the foot board and head board tend to warp and when they do, it pulls out of the slats I plan on fixing it myself, but they need to change it at the mfg level.
Its very tall if you use a box spring
I thought the drawers were a little smaller and that the frame wasnt so tall. Without a boxspring, perfect height - it comes up to my hip and Im 56. With a box spring youll need a step stool or a running leap to get into it - it came up to the top of my waist. With a mattress/boxspring its about 4 1/2 off the ground. The storage space is great. For my husband and I, we dont need a dresser anymore which is a life saver since our new apartment has a really tiny bedroom. The drawers (for reference width size) can fit 2 folded T shirts next to each other with a lot of extra room around them (There isnt enough room to fit 3) or 2 pairs of pants folded in half once next to each other length wise. The drawers are deep and can hold a good amount of clothing but if its heavy the bottom part might fall a bit. The drawers arent made from the strongest material but for the price and storage Im not disappointed at all. I really love this piece of furniture, but if you plan on using a box spring get the 6 drawer size. Its also pretty easy to put together. My husband and I did it in about half a day. *Weve had this frame for a year now and it still is awesome, I still love it and nothing has broken **Edit: December 2014 - after 5 years it became a bit woobly. The bottoms of the drawers are made of a cheap cardboard that do not hold the weight of heavy clothing (winter clothing, multiple pairs of jeans, military BUDs). It feels like it was made from a cheaper wood. Weve since bought a new frame from for less money made from better, stronger material. If you cant fit a dresser in your room or just like extra drawer space this bed lasted pretty well for the past 5 years. I really cant complain about it, I would recommend this bed as long as you arent planning on using it forever or only as a guest room bed.
Not too impressed with quality
Good for the price. Easy to assemble. It took some time, but nowhere near as long as other reviewers stated. I cant comment on the comfort of the bed as I bought it for a renter. The price is hard to beat, but as expected it is mostly press board construction.
Nice bed for the money!
It took some time to assemble, but for the price, this bed is Great. I have a Sleep Number bed and was using it on a standard box spring which I nor the manufacturer would recommend. In fact, I was strongly considering getting rid of the Sleep Number bed altogether. However, after placing it on this platform the difference was outstanding. This bed provided the firmness and stability that I was looking for all along. I was even able to attach my original headboard with a little handy work. This platform has made all of the difference and will serve well with any style mattress. Its solid once assembled and looks good while providing ample storage. Again, this is a good buy for the money! I would recommend it to those who are looking for a more supportive feel and dont want to spend a ton of money on a solid wood set.
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