How to Actually Dress-up Your King Size Ottoman Storage Bed

Your bed isn’t just a place for you to doze off in, its your sanctuary, it’s your haven, its where you unwind. And what better place to unwind than comfy king size bed frames with enough room to roll over, stretch, and sleep comfortably. There's a version of your bed that makes you walk into your room and just... exhale. This is how you get there. It doesn't require a designer budget or a Pinterest obsession. It just takes a little intention and a few tricks that make all the difference.

Start with what you sleep on

Let’s be honest, a mattress either makes or breaks your good night's sleep.  If it’s comfortable, sturdy, soft, and well structured, it provides neutral spinal alignment while providing enough pressure relief to prevent pains and aches. Motion isolation is also an important factor to look for when you’re co-sleeping with another person, so opting for a memory foam or pocket spring mattress is a great option. And of course, a soft quilted finish provides gentle cushioning to the body through reduced tension. 

Now, when it comes to bedding, good bedding isn't about spending a fortune. It's about fabric. Natural materials like cotton and linen breathe, feel better over time, and have easy maintenance, which honestly matters. If you're not sure where to start with colour, go neutral on the main bedding. White, cream, beige, warm greys or light browns. Then bring in some character through your throw blankets and cushions. That way, you can switch things up without overwhelming everything with overlapping colors.

And don't skip the mattress topper. A thick, quality topper is one of those invisible upgrades that changes how your entire bed looks and feels. It gives you that high, plush hotel style,  that's hard to fake any other way. And with ottoman storage beds, you can easily tuck your extra linens and mattress toppers, and quilts in the storage provided under your bed if you opt for an ottoman bed frame.

Layering is the whole secret

Seriously. The difference between a bed that looks "made" and one that looks styled is just layers. Start with a well-fitted sheet with zero bunching. Then build up: pillows, duvet, a folded quilt across the bottom third, a loosely draped throw. Each layer adds texture and depth. It sounds like a lot but once you find your formula, it takes five minutes.

A flat top sheet tucked between your duvet and you while you sleep is an underrated move, too. Folds neatly over the duvet during the day, looks incredibly polished, and keeps things fresher for longer.

Colour doesn't have to be complicated

Pick a direction and stay in your lane. If your walls are sage green, go deeper forest green, olive, or dark teal. Dusty pink walls? Rich burgundy or plum on the bed. You're not matching, you're building a tone. That's it. Got a rustic accent wall? Go for espresso sheets or warm browns to bring the whole room together.

If colour choices overwhelm you, white sheets solve everything. They're the base that makes everything else work, which is why every nice hotel uses them.

Cushions: the part people get wrong

Layer bigger cushions in the back and place the smaller ones in the front. Big square cushions behind, smaller ones in front, and maybe a bolster or a long rectangular cushion at the very front for a finished look. The trick is odd numbers and varied textures, a velvet cushion next to a linen one, next to something with a little detail on it, a fringe, a piping, a button. That mix is what makes it look curated instead of matched. You don't need a mountain of them either. Three well-chosen cushions will always beat eight random ones.

The small stuff that actually matters

A bed skirt, if your base is ugly, they're old-fashioned in the best way and hide everything underneath neatly. Hospital corners on your sheets if you want that crisp, tight finish. And a throw that's just casually draped at the end, not folded perfectly, not hanging off the sides, just resting there, like someone actually lives in the room. However you style your blankets, pay attention to the colour and textures and tie them in with the rest of your bedding. Try a shade lighter or darker than your bedding for a tonal look or find one colour from your bedroom that you can match with, be it your cushions on the bed, your walls or other accents around your space. Coordination is key. That last part is worth remembering. The goal isn't a showroom. It's a space that looks beautiful and still feels like yours.

Accessorizing Your Bed

Add a small rattan bed tray towards the southern corner of your bed with decorative candles, a small vase, and some decorative books to make the bed stand out more. Place some ambient lighting with bedside lamps to bring warmth and an element of coziness to your bedroom.

Now’s the time to rethink your bed as the true focal point of your bedroom. By adopting even just a few of these tips, such as thoughtful layering and symmetrical cushion placement, you can spruce up your sleep space to be totally Instagram-worthy, one that you won’t be able to resist showing off to your friends and family, whether you’re opting for double bed with storage or super king bed frame, these styling tips work for all bed sizes.

Do King Size Bed Frames come with Ottoman Storage?

Yes, here at Deeplay Beds, all bed frames come with the option of either ottoman or divan storage so whether you’re going for a king sized bed frame or a small double bed, we’ve got the storage bed for you.

Can I buy mattress from Deeplay Beds?

Yes, Deeplay Beds offer a wide range of mattresses to choose from, whether you’re going for the pocket spring, memory foam, or a hybrid mattress.

Does Deeplay Beds offer fabric customization?

Yes, Deeplay Beds offer a wide range of fabric options in multiple tones and shades so you could customize your dream bed according to your liking.

How many cushions should I place on my bed?

You don’t need to overstuff your bed with pillows to make your bed stand out. A well curated set of three cushions do the trick of making your bedroom look put together.

Are bed-skirts old-fashioned?

Traditional bed skirts could be considered outdated but more modern bed-skirts are still an integral part of high-end interior designing.