If you love settling down with a film, box set or weekend television, a TV bed can transform your bedroom into a comfortable private cinema. But are TV beds worth it, or are they simply a novelty?
For many people, a TV bed is a genuinely worthwhile bedroom upgrade. It combines a stylish bed frame with a discreet, motorised TV lift, creating a comfortable viewing experience without taking up space with a separate television stand. Some of our models also offer generous ottoman storage, so you can combine entertainment, comfort and practical storage in one beautiful piece of furniture.
A TV bed has a built-in compartment at the foot of the frame. At the touch of a button, the television rises smoothly into viewing position. When you have finished watching, it lowers back into the bed, leaving the room looking neat and uncluttered.
TV beds are available in a range of upholstered styles, colours and sizes, making it possible to choose a design that works with your bedroom rather than looking like a piece of technology has been added as an afterthought.
The biggest reason to choose a TV bed is simple: it makes watching television from bed much more comfortable.
Instead of turning your head towards a television on a wall or balancing a screen on a chest of drawers, the TV rises directly from the foot of the bed. You can lie back, get comfortable and enjoy a clear view without rearranging pillows or straining your neck.
It is ideal for:
watching films and box sets
enjoying weekend television in bed
catching up on programmes before sleep
relaxing with a game or live sports event
The remote-controlled lift mechanism also makes it easy to raise or lower the screen without leaving the comfort of your bed.
When the television is not in use, it is hidden away inside the bed. This can make a surprising difference to the appearance of a bedroom.
There is no television sitting on a chest of drawers, no bulky stand taking up floor space and less visual clutter competing with your bed, artwork or décor. Simply lower the screen when you have finished watching, and the room immediately feels calmer and more put together.
This is particularly useful if you prefer a bedroom with a softer, more relaxed look. An upholstered TV bed can be the focal point of the room while the technology remains discreet when it is not needed.
A well-designed TV bed is about much more than watching television. Upholstered headboards, padded side rails and carefully chosen fabrics can give the bedroom a comfortable, hotel-inspired feel.
Choose a neutral fabric for a calm and timeless look, or make the bed a statement feature with a richer colour or more detailed headboard. Because the television is built into the frame, the whole arrangement feels coordinated rather than pieced together from separate furniture.
For anyone creating a cosy bedroom retreat, a TV bed can bring together comfort, style and entertainment in one central feature.
One of the most practical benefits is that some of our TV bed models also include ottoman storage.
This gives you the convenience of a built-in TV lift together with valuable storage space beneath the mattress. Depending on the size of the bed, the storage area can be useful for spare bedding, cushions, seasonal clothing, luggage and other items that you want to keep close by but out of sight.
It is an excellent way to make better use of the space already occupied by your bed. Rather than adding another chest of drawers or storage box to the room, you can choose a TV bed that combines several functions in one stylish design.
TV beds with storage are especially useful in bedrooms where floor space is limited, or where you want to create a cleaner, less cluttered layout.
The bedroom should be somewhere you enjoy spending time, and a TV bed can make it feel much more personal. It gives you a dedicated place to relax at the end of a busy day without needing to rearrange the living room or compete for control of the main television.
It can also suit couples with different routines. One person may want to read, sleep or relax while the other watches something quietly in bed. Used thoughtfully, a TV bed gives the room an extra level of flexibility.
Not everyone wants a television to dominate their bedroom. One of the advantages of a TV bed is that you have control over when the screen is visible.
When you want to watch something, raise the TV. When you want the room to feel more like a calm bedroom, lower it. This gives you the best of both worlds: easy entertainment when you want it and a clean, understated room when you do not.
A TV bed is a considered purchase, but it is also a piece of furniture that can be enjoyed every day. You are investing in a bed, a viewing setup and, on selected models, additional storage.
The key is to choose a design that suits both your current bedroom and the way you expect to use it in the future. Think about the size of the room, the television you plan to use, the storage you need and the style you want to create.
When chosen carefully, a TV bed can remain a useful and attractive part of the bedroom for years rather than being a short-lived novelty.
To make sure you choose the right model, it is worth checking a few practical details before ordering:
Check the product specification for the maximum television size, screen dimensions and weight supported by the lift mechanism. Always confirm whether the television is included or whether you will be using your own compatible screen.
The advertised bed size usually refers to the mattress size, not the complete external dimensions of the frame. Check the full measurements to make sure the bed will fit comfortably in your room.
Measure doorways, hallways, stairways and turns before ordering. This is particularly important for larger bed sizes or bedrooms on an upper floor.
Make sure there is a suitable socket close to the bed and consider where cables will run. A little planning will help you keep the finished setup neat.
If storage is important to you, look for a TV bed with an ottoman base. Check how the storage is accessed and whether the opening direction suits the position of the bed in your room.
For anyone who enjoys watching television from bed, a TV bed can be a stylish, comfortable and practical investment. It offers a more enjoyable viewing position, keeps the television hidden when not in use and can give the bedroom a luxurious, uncluttered feel.
Selected models also offer ottoman storage, allowing you to store bedding, clothing and other bedroom essentials beneath the mattress. That makes a TV bed more than an entertainment feature: it can also help you organise the room and make better use of the available space.
If you are looking for a bed that combines comfort, style, technology and practical features, explore the TV bed collection at Beds on Legs to find a design that suits your bedroom.
Yes. A TV bed is designed to provide the same comfortable sleeping experience as a standard bed, while adding a built-in television lift at the foot of the frame. Choose a suitable mattress and check the product specifications for the recommended base.
This depends on the individual model. Check the product description carefully to see whether the television is included or whether the bed is designed for use with your own compatible TV.
No, storage depends on the model. However, some Beds on Legs TV beds also feature ottoman storage, giving you space for bedding, clothing, luggage and other items beneath the mattress.
Often, yes, provided it meets the model’s size, weight and dimension requirements. Always check the individual product specification before ordering.
They can be, particularly when the bed includes ottoman storage and removes the need for a separate television unit. However, you should check the full external dimensions and make sure there is enough space to access the lift and move comfortably around the bed.
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