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We tried the Emma Wooden Bed – is it as good as the brand's Signature frame?
We're big fans of sleep brand Emma here at Good Housekeeping, which has earned the runner up spots for both its signature mattress and memory foam pillow in our respective GHI tests. The brand has recently expanded its range of bed frames to a seven-strong selection, including divan, ottoman and upholstered options and a sofa bed. Naturally, we're expecting good things.
We've already reviewed the brand's smart Signature Bed for sister title House Beautiful. It's a chic option, but not one that will go with all schemes. So we're looking again at the brand's range, this time trying the Wooden Bed, which is more versatile, aesthetically.
Emma bed frame: the review
The Wooden bed comes in double, king and super king sizes, with the choice to include a headboard or not. It's one of the more expensive offerings in the range, at £841 for the smallest size, and up to £1,313 for the super king with a headboard.
So yes, it's a pricier frame. Emma Sleep runs regular, generous discounts but this bed isn't on offer as part of its current sale. Nonetheless, it's got credentials to justify the cost – it's made from FSC-certified timber, there's a two-year guarantee and a 200 night trial, and its natural oak finish is understated and classic.
Online, Emma claims it should take only 15 minutes for one person to put it together, without any tools. However, the instructions in the box recommended two people. I tackled it myself in 25 minutes.
I found the pieces very solid and heavy, making manoeuvring them into place difficult. Ultimately, it would have been easier with someone to help. But the instructions were clear and I appreciated the lack of tools needed, which is always a real bonus for the less DIY-savvy.
In situ, it looks great. It'd happily suit a range of schemes from Scandi through to rustic-style rooms and it's comfy to sleep on. There's also plenty of room underneath for six large under-bed storage boxes.
Emma bed frame: The verdict
Overall, I love this frame for my Bohemian-ish bedroom. After a year of use, it still looks and feels as good as new. It's very sturdy, doesn't creak, goes well with my rattan-front bedside tables and looks lovely styled with some rumply linen bedding and a cosy throw.
One note? I've now tried two Emma frames. The wooden option is a better aesthetic match for my room than the Signature Bed, but the Signature's slats are far more supportive to sleep on. They're stronger and springier, each attached individually to the frame, rather than stretched over the base with strings.
It makes a noticeable difference in the way the mattress feels on the frame and I do prefer the support level the Signature offers. If this is of primary concern for you, go for the brand's Signature Bed. In contrast, the wooden frame was far easier and quicker to set up and the aesthetic is much more versatile.
Shop the wooden frame here or see the full bed range on the Emma website.
Which Emma bed frame is best for me?
Emma Sleep now has a choice of six beds and a sofa bed, including the Signature Bed we reviewed for House Beautiful here. It's cool, smart and supportive, making it a good all-round option for those who'll appreciate the upholstered finish. There's a near-identical Ottoman version, too, for seamless built-in storage in the same chic design.
There's also a chic, minimal metal frame in black, which makes a good base for styling however you like. The most unobtrusive frame is the platform; if you have your own headboard, this is the best choice. The divan is an opulent choice, with built-in drawers creating seamless additional storage for spare bedding and off-season clothes.
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