Are there long twin beds?

Yes, there are two popular twin bed sizes—the standard and the extra long. A standard twin bed has a length of 75 inches, while a twin extra long bed is 80 inches long. Both beds are 38 inches wide. Find a collection of vintage and modern twin beds on 1stDibs.

Is a single bed the same as a twin?

Yes, a single bed is the same as a twin. The two terms can be used interchangeably to describe a bed that is 38 inches wide by 75 inches long.

Is a daybed smaller than a twin bed?

No, daybeds are not typically smaller than twin beds. While today's daybeds can be found in all kinds of sizes, they were traditionally in fact the size of a standard twin bed. Variations on the daybed have been developed all over the world, and contemporary examples come in all shapes, upholstery options and sizes. Daybeds, which traditionally comprise a simple three-sided frame and twin-size mattress or boxy foam cushion, have a long history that dates back at least to the early Greeks and Romans. Daybeds are no longer limited to twin size, and you're unlikely to find many that are smaller than twin beds.All manner of daybeds have materialized over the years. There are ornate, unconventional versions created in the Louis XV , Art Deco and Empire styles, while popular mid-century modern iterations include the Barcelona daybed , designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich , as well as the Nelson daybed , which architect George Nelson created for Herman Miller in the 1940s. But you don’t have to limit yourself to one of the classics.Find vintage daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.

Do I need a box spring for a twin bed?

While you don’t always need a box spring for a twin size bed, the bed frame should have slats to properly support the sleeper. On 1stDibs, find a collection of twin bed frames from some of the world’s top sellers.

Do two twin beds make a queen?

No, two twin beds do not make a queen. Two twin beds equal 78 inches in width, which is much larger than a queen size mattress which is 60 inches wide.

What is the difference between a canopy bed and a four poster bed?

A four poster bed features four posts, one at each corner. A canopy bed also has four posts, one at each corner, but a canopy bed is covered with a cloth of some sort. They can look similar except for the canopy on top. However, canopy posts are often built differently than four poster beds so they can accommodate the fabric. Shop a collection of four poster and canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Is it a four-post bed or four-poster bed?

References show that in the 14th and 15th centuries, “four-post” was the correct terminology. However, today it is considered correct to say “four-poster”. You can find a range of vintage and antique four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the point of a four-poster bed?

Today, the point of a four-poster bed is largely stylistic. People place them in bedrooms due to their elegant decorative appearance. Historically, four-poster beds featured heavy curtains that blocked light, preserved privacy and provided warmth in the winter. You'll find a selection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.

What is a tester on a four poster bed?

The tester on a four poster bed is the canopy over the bed. It was usually made of wood and could be covered with cloth. It provided privacy and helped enclose the bed, making it easier to heat the bed area. On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage and contemporary four-poster beds.

What is the top of a four-poster bed called?

Across the top of older four-poster beds was a wooden rail that was called the tester. The tester often held a rail where curtains were attached that could be pulled closed. Shop a collection of four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I make a four-poster bed modern?

You can make a four-poster bed modern in a number of ways. Try refinishing it with matte spray paint or covering the headboard with fabric or wallpaper. You can also hang fabric in contemporary prints from the frame as a canopy. You'll find a collection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.

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American Carved Bed 19th Century

Pineapple Bed

Tiger Maple Frame

Mid Century Maple Beds

Tiger Poster

Chippendale Twin

Scroll Bed

Antique American Federal Maple Wood Canopy Single Twin Poster Bed Frame

$1,500

Antique American Federal Maple Wood Canopy Single Twin Poster Bed Frame

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique American Federal Maple Wood Canopy Single Twin Poster Bed Frame with Carved Finials (Color indoors is more true to images 2 and 3).

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Antique Solid Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Complete Bed Mint!

$2,800

Antique Solid Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Complete Bed Mint!

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Antique solid carved mahogany twin size poster complete bed mint!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

American Empire Mahogany Four-Poster Twin Bed, 19th Century, USA

$5,500

American Empire Mahogany Four-Poster Twin Bed, 19th Century, USA

Located in Queens, NY

American Empire-style (possibly 19th Century) mahogany four poster twin size bed with acorn finials, spiral reeded uprights and paw footed footboard.

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Empire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Tobey Furniture Antique Georgian Carved Solid Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds

$2,995 / set

Tobey Furniture Antique Georgian Carved Solid Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds

By Tobey

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of antique Georgian or Federal style carved solid mahogany twin size poster beds By Tobey Furniture USA, Circa 1900 Each measures: 43.5"W x 83.5"D x 53.25"H.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

2 Vintage Early American Colonial Style Solid Maple Twin Cannonball Poster Beds

$3,100

2 Vintage Early American Colonial Style Solid Maple Twin Cannonball Poster Beds

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of vintage Early American colonial-style twin beds crafted from solid maple wood. Features a vibrant, honey-toned finish that beautifully showcases the tight natural wood grain...

Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Antique Sheraton Federal Pinwheel Inlay Mahogany 4 Poster Twin Bed Frame - Pair

$4,500 / set

Antique Sheraton Federal Pinwheel Inlay Mahogany 4 Poster Twin Bed Frame - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Sheraton Federal Pinwheel Inlay Mahogany 4 Poster Twin Bed Frames - a Pair. Beds feature matching height headboard and footboard, beautiful mahogany wood grain, satinwood pin...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Pair 18th Century Antique French Four Poster Tester Canopy Cherry Twin Beds

$8,995 / set

Pair 18th Century Antique French Four Poster Tester Canopy Cherry Twin Beds

Located in Portland, OR

A good pair of antique 18th century French Provincial cherry four post tester beds, circa 1780. This very near identical pair of antique French four poster beds, both are full teste...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cherry, Damask

Mid-Century American Classical Yellow Painted Maple Twin Poster Bedframe

$1,710

Mid-Century American Classical Yellow Painted Maple Twin Poster Bedframe

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-Century American Classical light Yellow Painted Maple Twin Poster Bedframe. Measures 41.5" in width, 81" in depth and 74.5" in heightbto the tip of the posters. 37" Height foot...

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple, Paint

Pair of Twin Vintage Italian Poster Headboard Bed Sets

$2,000 / set

Pair of Twin Vintage Italian Poster Headboard Bed Sets

Located in Bensalem, PA

Pair of hand painted solid wood poster, twin bed sets please look at pictures for overall detail.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Children's Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Commode Chest of Drawers

$1,995

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Commode Chest of Drawers

Located in Germantown, MD

This is part of a bedroom set that includes a desk/vanity, a mirror, a nightstand, a pair of pineapple semi poster twin size beds and a highboy chest.

Category

Early 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers

$1,995

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers

Located in Germantown, MD

This is part of a bedroom set that includes a desk/vanity, a mirror, a nightstand, a pair of pineapple semi poster twin size beds and a commode chest of drawers.

Category

Early 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Recent Sales

Vintage Maple Four-Poster Twin Bed

Unavailable

H 75.75 in W 39.75 in D 80 in

Vintage Maple Four-Poster Twin Bed

Located in El Cerrito, CA

This vintage colonial style four poster bedframe is just the thing for your small person's room. They'll feel cozy and safely ensconced in this lovely four poster bed, made of (presu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Poster Bed, French Provincial Farmhouse Style White Bed Twin Size

Unavailable

H 68 in W 37 in D 80 in

Poster Bed, French Provincial Farmhouse Style White Bed Twin Size

Located in Glendale, CA

Beautiful four poster bed in the French Provincial Farmhouse Cottage Chic Style.

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Other

20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Twin Size Short Poster Beds - Pair

Unavailable

H 55.5 in W 43 in D 82 in

20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Twin Size Short Poster Beds - Pair

Located in Charlotte, NC

A pair of Chippendale style twin size short poster beds, unbranded. Solid mahogany, headboard with carved pediment & center finial, decorative carvings, four fluted & turned short po...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal, Brass

Federal Carved Mahogany Twin Poster Beds, Pair

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H 48.75 in W 83.5 in D 42.5 in

Federal Carved Mahogany Twin Poster Beds, Pair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Federal or Georgian style carved mahogany twin poster beds In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa Mid-20th Century.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Classical Parcel Silver Gilt Twin Poster Beds by Baker

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H 82.5 in W 44.25 in

Pair of Vintage Classical Parcel Silver Gilt Twin Poster Beds by Baker

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Big Flats, NY

A vintage pair of twin poster beds by Baker Furniture offer classical form with stylized castle shaped headboards with central finial, posts with carved flame finials, painted white ...

Category

20th Century American Classical Greek Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal, Silver

Pair of Matching Signed Harden Furniture Matching Twin Four Poster Cherry Beds

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H 76 in W 43 in D 81 in

Pair of Matching Signed Harden Furniture Matching Twin Four Poster Cherry Beds

By Harden Furniture 1

Located in West Hartford, CT

Standing at an impressive 76 inches tall, these beds make a striking statement in any space. Perfect for a guest room or children's bedroom, these twin poster beds offer both style a...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cherry

Vintage Tiger Maple Twin Pineapple Poster Bed

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H 53.5 in W 41.5 in D 79.75 in

Vintage Tiger Maple Twin Pineapple Poster Bed

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous carved tiger maple twin size pineapple poster bed USA, circa 1950s Measures: 41.5"W x 79.75"D x 53.5"H.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Councill Craftsman Mahogany Four Poster Twin Bed

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H 85 in W 42 in D 2.5 in

Councill Craftsman Mahogany Four Poster Twin Bed

By Councill

Located in West Hartford, CT

Complete twin bed with headboard, footboard, rails and all hardware. All mahogany and in great condition. Easy to assemble.

Category

1990s American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Kindel Furniture Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Bed

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H 55.25 in W 39.75 in D 81.75 in

Kindel Furniture Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Bed

By Kindel Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous carved mahogany twin size poster bed By Kindel Furniture USA, circa 1950s Measures: 39.75" W x 81.75" D, headboard 55.25" H, footboard 51.5" H.

Category

Vintage 1950s American British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Tiger Maple Twin Pineapple Poster Beds, Pair

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H 53.5 in W 41.5 in

Vintage Tiger Maple Twin Pineapple Poster Beds, Pair

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of carved tiger maple twin size pineapple poster beds USA, circa 1950s Measures: 41.5"W x 79.75"D x 53.5"H.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Pair of Councill Craftsman Mahogany Four-Poster Twin Beds

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H 85 in W 42 in L 85 in

Pair of Councill Craftsman Mahogany Four-Poster Twin Beds

By Councill

Located in West Hartford, CT

Complete set of two matching twin beds with headboard, footboard, rails and all hardware. All mahogany and in great condition. Easy to assemble.

Category

1990s American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Boho Tiger Maple Four Poster Twin Beds - a Pair

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H 47 in W 42.25 in D 80 in

Vintage Boho Tiger Maple Four Poster Twin Beds - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fabulous pair of vintage Boho twin bed frames. Chic tiger maple in a classic four poster design.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Vintage French Provincial Urn Poster Twin Size Beds, a Pair

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H 67 in W 40 in D 81 in

Vintage French Provincial Urn Poster Twin Size Beds, a Pair

Located in Germantown, MD

Vintage French Provincial cottage twin size poster bed. Beautiful urn finials. Whitewash distress design.

Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Antique Four Poster Twin Beds by Leonards Sackonk, MA, a Pair

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H 45 in W 86 in D 42.5 in

Antique Four Poster Twin Beds by Leonards Sackonk, MA, a Pair

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of four ball top poster twin beds by Leonards Sackonk, MA. Each having all hardware and side rails.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Mid 20th Century Vintage Regency Twin Georgian Poster Beds - a Pair

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H 47.5 in W 43 in D 76 in

Mid 20th Century Vintage Regency Twin Georgian Poster Beds - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Classic Elegance: Vintage Regency Twin Georgian Poster Beds - A Pair. Embrace timeless American craftsmanship with this iconic duo, blending traditional Georgian style with regal sop...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Kindel Furniture Antique Georgian Solid Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

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H 47.75 in W 39.75 in D 81.5 in

Kindel Furniture Antique Georgian Solid Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

By Kindel Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of antique Georgian or Federal style carved solid mahogany twin size poster beds By Kindel Furniture USA, Early 20th Century Each measures: 39.75"W x 81.5"D x 47.7...

Category

Early 20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Baker Furniture Style Federal Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

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H 71 in W 41.75 in D 80.25 in

Baker Furniture Style Federal Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Federal or Georgian style carved mahogany twin size poster beds In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Each measures: 41.75"W x 80.25"D x...

Category

Late 20th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Baker Furniture Style Federal Carved Walnut Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

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H 88 in W 45 in D 80 in

Baker Furniture Style Federal Carved Walnut Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Federal or Georgian style carved walnut twin size poster beds In the manner of Baker Furniture By Thomas H.

Category

Late 20th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Pair of Sheraton Style High Poster Mahogany Canopy Twin Tester Beds

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H 84 in W 42 in D 79 in

Pair of Sheraton Style High Poster Mahogany Canopy Twin Tester Beds

By Thomas Sheraton

Located in Savannah, GA

This handsome pair of high poster canopy mahogany twin single bed frames are of the Sheraton style and feature slender turned and fluted posts topped with urn shaped finials that acc...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Sheraton Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Pair of American Sheraton Mahogany Four-Poster Reeded Twin Beds, Circa 1820

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H 74 in W 49.5 in

Pair of American Sheraton Mahogany Four-Poster Reeded Twin Beds, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American Sheraton mahogany four-poster twin beds with carved scrolled headboards, bulbous reeded post, flanking urn finials, pine side rails, and terminating on the original ...

Category

Antique 1820s American Sheraton Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Kindel Furniture Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

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H 69.25 in W 40 in D 82 in

Kindel Furniture Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

By Kindel Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Georgian or Federal style carved solid cherry wood twin size poster beds By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Each measures: 40"W x 82"D x 69.25"H.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Cherry

2 Antique Early American Country Twin Size Maple Ribbed Farmhouse Poster Beds

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H 38 in W 42 in D 2.5 in

2 Antique Early American Country Twin Size Maple Ribbed Farmhouse Poster Beds

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of Early American style twin size headboards. Made from maple with a crescent shaped back with ribbed spindles and turned posts. Dimensions: 38"h x 42" x 2.5"

Category

20th Century American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Stickley Mahogany Twin Posters Bedroom Frames, a Pair

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H 72 in W 42 in D 80.5 in

Stickley Mahogany Twin Posters Bedroom Frames, a Pair

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of Stickley mahogany twin posters bedroom frames in excellent condition. Amazingly well kept. Measures 80.5 inches long by 42 inches wide. Headboard is 41 inches high and foo...

Category

Late 20th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Faux Bamboo Twin Poster Headboards by Drexel

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H 54 in W 40 in D 3 in

Pair of Faux Bamboo Twin Poster Headboards by Drexel

By Drexel

Located in West Hartford, CT

Faux bamboo headboards are beautifully carved from solid hardwood and have beautiful an aged cream finish with green accents. By Drexel. Headboards as shown only.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Semi-Poster Twin Size Bedsteads, Circa 1940s,

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H 54.5 in W 42 in D 81.5 in

Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Semi-Poster Twin Size Bedsteads, Circa 1940s,

Located in Germantown, MD

Footboard is 30" tall and 48" tall at the tip of the footboard finials. Fit the regular U.S. twin size bed mattress.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Mahogany

Pair of Curly / Birdseye Maple Twin Poster Beds

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H 64.5 in W 39 in D 4 in

Pair of Curly / Birdseye Maple Twin Poster Beds

Located in East Aurora, NY

A beautiful pair of centennial era Curly and Birdseye Maple twin poster beds. The bed rails are held together with bed bolts and the frames fit a standard twin size mattress.

Category

Antique 1870s American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Pair of Twin Mahogany Four-Poster Beds

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H 67 in W 42 in D 3 in

Pair of Twin Mahogany Four-Poster Beds

Located in West Hartford, CT

Pair of antique mahogany twin four-poster beds with carved detail and removable finials.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Twin Four Poster Beds - a Pair

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H 58.75 in W 41.5 in D 81.5 in

Mahogany Twin Four Poster Beds - a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of colonial style four poster twin beds made of mahogany. Each bed frame has four turned and reeded posts topped with urn finials and finished with turned arrow feet.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Kindel Furniture Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

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H 55.25 in W 39.75 in D 81.75 in

Kindel Furniture Carved Mahogany Twin Size Poster Beds, Pair

By Kindel Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of carved mahogany twin size poster beds By Kindel Furniture USA, circa 1950s Measures: 39.75" W x 81.75" D.

Category

Vintage 1950s American British Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Chippendale Style High Poster Mahogany Twin Beds

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H 86 in W 43 in D 82 in

Pair of Chippendale Style High Poster Mahogany Twin Beds

Located in Savannah, GA

A handsome pair of high poster mahogany twin single bed frames in the Chippendale style.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

American Scrolled-Back Twin Size Poster Bed, Early 20th Century

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H 48.63 in W 80.25 in D 41.5 in

American Scrolled-Back Twin Size Poster Bed, Early 20th Century

Located in Southampton, NY

American scrolled-back twin size poster bed, early 20th century. Turned and rounded ball posts.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Two Sets of Antique Four Poster Twin Beds by Leonards Sackonk, MA

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H 45 in W 86 in D 42.5 in

Two Sets of Antique Four Poster Twin Beds by Leonards Sackonk, MA

Located in Stamford, CT

Two sets of four ball top poster twin beds by Leonards Sackonk, MA. Each having all hardware and side rails.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

American Twin Size Poster Bed with Fleur-de-Lys Back, circa 1890

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H 48.63 in W 80.25 in D 41.5 in

American Twin Size Poster Bed with Fleur-de-Lys Back, circa 1890

Located in Southampton, NY

American twin size poster bed with fleur-de-lys-back. This is a very playful design for a twin bed.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

2 Antique American Federal Style Carved Mahogany Twin Cannonball Poster Bed Pair

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H 50 in W 83.5 in D 40.5 in

2 Antique American Federal Style Carved Mahogany Twin Cannonball Poster Bed Pair

Located in Dayton, OH

Pair of early 20th century twin size Cannonball beds. Features a solid mahogany frame with barley twisted, ribbed and acanthus carved posts. The beautiful Federal shaped headboards...

Category

Early 20th Century Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique 4 Poster Mahogany Twin Single Acorn Pineapple Finial Bed Frames

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H 48 in W 39 in D 80.5 in

Pair of Antique 4 Poster Mahogany Twin Single Acorn Pineapple Finial Bed Frames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of antique 4 poster mahogany twin single acorn pineapple finial bed frames.

Category

Early 20th Century North American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of 1940s Kindel Semi Post Twin Size Bed Frames

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H 40 in W 40 in D 82 in

Pair of 1940s Kindel Semi Post Twin Size Bed Frames

By Kindel Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

A pair of Kindel Grand Rapids Furniture semi poster twin size bed frames. ÞKindel Grand Rapids stamp present.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron

Vintage Pair Of Brighton Style Faux Bamboo Twin Poster Headboards

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H 68 in W 41.25 in D 2.75 in

Vintage Pair Of Brighton Style Faux Bamboo Twin Poster Headboards

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The headboards with fine faux bamboo detailing and trim on the frame, posts, headboard and top curved finials. Solid feeling and with good weight, the headboards have a pleasing and ...

Category

20th Century Eastlake Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Pair Mid Century Maple Semi Post Twin Beds by J.B. Van Sciver Furniture Co

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H 47 in W 42 in D 79 in

Pair Mid Century Maple Semi Post Twin Beds by J.B. Van Sciver Furniture Co

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair Mid Century Maple Semi Poster Twin Beds by J.B. Van Sciver Furniture Co.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

Matching Pair of Twin Four Poster Beds - W4P4

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H 70 in W 33 in D 72 in

Matching Pair of Twin Four Poster Beds - W4P4

Located in Wrexham, GB

These beds are idyllic fairy tale four posters ideal for children. Their sizes are in proportion to their larger cousins, but designed for a child's room. The widths of the bases ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Beech, Mahogany

Pair of twin beds

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H 50 in W 40 in D 80 in

Pair of twin beds

Located in Hudson, NY

Pair of mahoganized oak four-poster twin beds. Beds feature scroll-cut headboards and reeded posts with ball finials.

Category

20th Century American Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

Pair of Early 20th Century Spanish Majorcan Walnut Poster Beds

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H 82.25 in W 40 in D 80.5 in

Pair of Early 20th Century Spanish Majorcan Walnut Poster Beds

Located in San Marino, CA

Pair of early 20th century Majorcan poster beds. Twin size. Plaques on bed date them to 1923, Majorcan made.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

A Pair of Solid Oak Single Beds Early 20th Century

$3,512 / set

H 42.52 in W 36.03 in D 81.11 in

A Pair of Solid Oak Single Beds Early 20th Century

Located in Leicester, GB

A lovely pair of solid oak bed frames from the early 20th century. The oak has a great colour and patina. Beautifully made, solid constraction, easy to put together with metal sides ...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Oak

English Chippendale Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Circa 1770

$24,000

H 94 in W 61 in D 76 in

English Chippendale Mahogany Four-Poster Bed, Circa 1770

Located in Charleston, SC

English Chippendale mahogany and deil four-poster bed with decorative bulbous, fluted and acanthus carved post, terminating on squared plinths with Marlboro feet. Bed is queen-size w...

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Antique 1770s English Chippendale Beds and Bed Frames

King Size Mahogany Rice Carved Poster Bed by Leighton Hall

$3,695 / item

H 87 in W 83 in D 90 in

King Size Mahogany Rice Carved Poster Bed by Leighton Hall

By Leighton Hall Furniture

Located in Suwanee, GA

This is a new traditional king size mahogany rice carved poster bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. It’s design was inspired by poster beds from the Regency period and features handmade ...

Category

2010s American Regency Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Florentine Walnut Twin Bed, Hand-Carved, Italy, Circa 1880

$1,727

H 85 in W 55 in D 52 in

Antique Florentine Walnut Twin Bed, Hand-Carved, Italy, Circa 1880

Located in Dallas, TX

Notable Features: Hand-carved walnut column posts on both the headboard and footboard. Crafted in Florence, Italy, circa 1880–1890 by skilled Florentine artisans. Richly grained s...

Category

1990s Italian Minimalist Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Monumental American Empire Neoclassical Carved Flame Mahogany Poster Bed c1840

$2,120Sale Price|20% Off

H 89.75 in W 59.5 in D 82.5 in

Monumental American Empire Neoclassical Carved Flame Mahogany Poster Bed c1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Monumental American Empire Neoclassical Carved Flame Mahogany Poster Bed with Acanthus, Stylized Flo...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Empire Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

EXQUISITELY CARVED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CIRCA 1880 FLAMED HARDWOOD DOUBLE BED FRAME

$4,728

H 49.81 in W 59.85 in D 85.44 in

EXQUISITELY CARVED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN CIRCA 1880 FLAMED HARDWOOD DOUBLE BED FRAME

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely sublime quality, hand carved Honduras Mahogany double bed frame Please note the delivery fe...

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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Burl Bed Frame c1890

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

H 70.5 in W 62.25 in D 82.5 in

Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Burl Bed Frame c1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Carved Walnut & Burl Bed Frame Unsigned C1880 Measures - 70 3/8" x 62 1/4" x 82 1/2" A fine example of Victorian Renaissance Revival design, t...

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Antique Late 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood Queen Size Poster Bed

$3,695

H 86.75 in W 65.5 in D 88 in

Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood Queen Size Poster Bed

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster queen size bed USA, Late 20th Century Beautiful carved solid cherry wood, with brass accents. Measures: 65.5"W x 88"D x 86.75"...

Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Antique Eastlake Chip Carved Walnut Full Size Bed C1900

$600Sale Price|20% Off

H 62 in W 54 in D 1.75 in

Antique Eastlake Chip Carved Walnut Full Size Bed C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

An Eastlake style full-size bed from circa 1900, featuring intricate chip carving on walnut wood. The bed showcases the characteristic geometric and floral motifs typical of the East...

Category

Early 20th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Councill Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Queen Size Poster Bed

$2,995

H 86.75 in W 64 in D 88 in

Councill Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Queen Size Poster Bed

By Councill

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian style four poster queen size bed frame By Councill Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved mahogany, with brass accents. Measures: 64"W x 88"D x 86.75"H. ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

19th Century Federal Style Mahogany Poster Three Quater Size Bedframe

$1,695

H 69 in W 55 in D 80.75 in

19th Century Federal Style Mahogany Poster Three Quater Size Bedframe

Located in Germantown, MD

A 19th Century Federal Style Mahogany Poster Three Quater Size Bedframe Measures 55" in width , 80.5" in Height to the top of the posters, Headboard is 50" in height, footboard is 1...

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Antique 19th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

American Charleston Mahogany Classical Foliage Barley Twist Tester Bed, C. 1815

$85,000

H 88.5 in W 79 in D 56.5 in

American Charleston Mahogany Classical Foliage Barley Twist Tester Bed, C. 1815

Located in Charleston, SC

American Charleston Classical mahogany four poster tester bed with flanking carved acanthus foliage, pineapple, and barley twist foot posts, flanking squared tapered head posts, orig...

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Antique 1810s American American Classical Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

American Colonial Carved Mahogany Full Size Spindle Bed

$1,995

H 44.75 in W 56.75 in D 81 in

American Colonial Carved Mahogany Full Size Spindle Bed

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful American Colonial style carved solid mahogany full size spindle bed frame USA, Circa 1960s Measures: 56.75"W x 81"D x 44.75"H. Good original vintage condition.

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Vintage 1960s American American Colonial Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany King Size Banded Headboard Poster Bed w/ Turned Finials MINT!

$4,400

H 91 in W 89 in D 79 in

Mahogany King Size Banded Headboard Poster Bed w/ Turned Finials MINT!

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mahogany King Size Banded Headboard Poster Bed w/ Turned Finials MINT!

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20th Century American Federal Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood Queen Size Poster Bed

$3,995

H 68.25 in W 65.5 in D 88.25 in

Georgian Carved Solid Cherry Wood Queen Size Poster Bed

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster queen size bed USA, Late 20th Century Beautiful carved solid cherry wood, with brass accents. Measures: 65.5"W x 88.25"D x 68....

Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Queen Size Poster Bed

$3,995

H 80.5 in W 66.25 in D 87 in

Baker Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Queen Size Poster Bed

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style four poster queen size bed By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Carved solid mahogany, with brass accents. Measures: 66.25"W x 87"D x 80.5...

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Vintage 1980s American Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

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$196,880

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Located in London, GB

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Located in Centreville, VA

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$4,554 / set

H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in

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By Theodore Alexander

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern End Tables

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$4,900 / item

H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in

Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

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Rosso Glass Wall Mirror

$2,900 / item

H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 1.97 in

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By Specchi Veneziani

Located in Milan, IT

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2010s Italian Renaissance Wall Mirrors

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Glass

Willem Penaat Art Deco Amsterdamse School Twin Beds for Metz & Co., 1920s

$4,287 / set

H 42.33 in W 77.56 in D 83.08 in

Willem Penaat Art Deco Amsterdamse School Twin Beds for Metz & Co., 1920s

By Metz & Co., Willem Penaat 1

Located in Amsterdam, NL

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

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Oak

King Size Mahogany Plantation Poster Bed by Leighton Hall

$5,795 / item

H 85 in W 86 in D 92 in

King Size Mahogany Plantation Poster Bed by Leighton Hall

By Leighton Hall Furniture

Located in Suwanee, GA

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2010s American Regency Beds and Bed Frames

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Mahogany

French Louis XV Style Painted Queen Size Bed circa 1950

$1,838Sale Price|24% Off

H 44.25 in W 59 in D 81.75 in

French Louis XV Style Painted Queen Size Bed circa 1950

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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$7,650

H 51.5 in W 60.75 in D 80 in

Extraordinary Carved Mahogany Full Bed With Swans

Located in Bridgeport, CT

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Mahogany

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$2,801 / item

H 33.47 in W 25.6 in D 1.97 in

"Rovigo" Murano Glass Mirror in Venetian Style, by Fratelli Tosi Murano

By Fratelli Tosi

Located in Murano Venezia, IT

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2010s Italian Other Wall Mirrors

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Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass

Rudin Slip Covered Stone Washed Linen Sofa with Down Cushions

$4,990 / item

H 37 in W 89 in D 39 in

Rudin Slip Covered Stone Washed Linen Sofa with Down Cushions

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

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21st Century and Contemporary Sofas

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Linen, Oak

19th Century Antique Bentwood Twin Bed by Kohn, Vienna Secession

$3,600

H 109 in W 93 in D 192 in

19th Century Antique Bentwood Twin Bed by Kohn, Vienna Secession

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Queens, NY

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Antique 19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Beds and Bed Frames

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Bentwood

A French Louis XV style carved and painted daybed C 1900.

$2,400 / set

H 37 in W 81 in D 38.25 in

A French Louis XV style carved and painted daybed C 1900.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

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Upholstery, Wood

Wonderful Pair Brass Blown Glass Star Bell Jar Lantern Vaughan Light Fixtures

$2,950

H 18 in Dm 8.5 in

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By Vaughan Designs

Located in Roslyn, NY

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20th Century Regency Lanterns

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Brass

SUPER RARE ANTIQUE FRENCH CIRCA 1900 SOLID BRASS DOUBLE BED FRAME MUST SEE PICs

$6,748

H 43.31 in W 56.7 in D 96.86 in

SUPER RARE ANTIQUE FRENCH CIRCA 1900 SOLID BRASS DOUBLE BED FRAME MUST SEE PICs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare original circa 1900 French Brass ornately crafted bedstead frame in exquisite condition throu...

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Brass

Genoese Bed In Painted Iron, Width 145cm, Early 19th Century

$3,658

H 71.86 in W 57.09 in D 78.75 in

Genoese Bed In Painted Iron, Width 145cm, Early 19th Century

Located in MARSEILLE, FR

Beautiful iron bed painted in brown-burgundy, with a decoration of flowers and foliage enhanced with gold, and bronze endinds Good general condition, wear to the patina Italian...

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

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Iron

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Twin Poster Beds For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of twin poster beds available for sale. Each of these unique twin poster beds was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and metal. Twin poster beds have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made twin poster beds over the years, but those made by Councill, Kindel Furniture and Baker Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

Finding the Right Beds-frames for You

We find relaxation and solace in our bedrooms, which are often the most cherished rooms of a home. Your antique, new or vintage bed and bed frame are integral to this oasis of personal comfort.

Beds and bed frames have long been an important part of the sanctuary that is the bedroom. For the upper class in countries such as England, the massive, costly beds of the 16th and 17th centuries were decorative and of the poster variety. Some were characterized by large painted wooden headboards, often made of oak, that featured ornate carvings and richly colored curtains affixed to each of the two or four posts — think of today’s sumptuous upholstered headboards as a distant cousin to these luxurious furnishings. The heavy fabric curtains were drawn across a fringed canopy to close out the sunlight that might’ve warmed your grandiose and opulent bedchambers. This feature could also offer privacy as desired, because, as we all know, a bedroom is for more than just sleeping.

Coiled springs didn’t make their way into mattresses until the 1800s, which likely made for a far more comfortable night’s sleep for many. Bed frames of cast iron and brass were introduced during the mid- to late-19th century. Later, the 20th century brought with it marvelous innovations for slumberland, among them daybeds from the likes of George Nelson and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich as well as convertible sofa beds.

Today, you will find a range of beds geared toward your individual personality and preferred style of decor. When shopping for a bed and bed frame, keep in mind that you’ve got options. Sizes range from twin to California king. At 76 inches wide and 80 inches long, a king-size bed is roughly 16 inches wider than a queen-size mattress, and your bed frame will likely add two to five inches to each side. (The California king bed is 84 inches long.)

From dramatic bedroom designs to uncomplicated, minimalist approaches, the bedroom has evolved into the haven that it should be: a peaceful place of respite, where we begin and end every day. Take the time to create your very own oasis — you deserve it. Rest easy with an expansive collection of antique, new and vintage beds and bed frames available on 1stDibs.

Questions About Twin Poster Beds

Are there long twin beds?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, there are two popular twin bed sizes—the standard and the extra long. A standard twin bed has a length of 75 inches, while a twin extra long bed is 80 inches long. Both beds are 38 inches wide. Find a collection of vintage and modern twin beds on 1stDibs.
Is a single bed the same as a twin?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Yes, a single bed is the same as a twin. The two terms can be used interchangeably to describe a bed that is 38 inches wide by 75 inches long.
Is a daybed smaller than a twin bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 28, 2024
No, daybeds are not typically smaller than twin beds. While today's daybeds can be found in all kinds of sizes, they were traditionally in fact the size of a standard twin bed. Variations on the daybed have been developed all over the world, and contemporary examples come in all shapes, upholstery options and sizes.

Daybeds, which traditionally comprise a simple three-sided frame and twin-size mattress or boxy foam cushion, have a long history that dates back at least to the early Greeks and Romans. Daybeds are no longer limited to twin size, and you're unlikely to find many that are smaller than twin beds.

All manner of daybeds have materialized over the years. There are ornate, unconventional versions created in the Louis XV, Art Deco and Empire styles, while popular mid-century modern iterations include the Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, as well as the Nelson daybed, which architect George Nelson created for Herman Miller in the 1940s. But you don’t have to limit yourself to one of the classics.

Find vintage daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.
Do I need a box spring for a twin bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While you don’t always need a box spring for a twin size bed, the bed frame should have slats to properly support the sleeper. On 1stDibs, find a collection of twin bed frames from some of the world’s top sellers.
Do two twin beds make a queen?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
No, two twin beds do not make a queen. Two twin beds equal 78 inches in width, which is much larger than a queen size mattress which is 60 inches wide.
What is the difference between a canopy bed and a four poster bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A four poster bed features four posts, one at each corner. A canopy bed also has four posts, one at each corner, but a canopy bed is covered with a cloth of some sort. They can look similar except for the canopy on top. However, canopy posts are often built differently than four poster beds so they can accommodate the fabric. Shop a collection of four poster and canopy beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Is it a four-post bed or four-poster bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
References show that in the 14th and 15th centuries, “four-post” was the correct terminology. However, today it is considered correct to say “four-poster”. You can find a range of vintage and antique four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the point of a four-poster bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Today, the point of a four-poster bed is largely stylistic. People place them in bedrooms due to their elegant decorative appearance. Historically, four-poster beds featured heavy curtains that blocked light, preserved privacy and provided warmth in the winter. You'll find a selection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.
What is a tester on a four poster bed?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The tester on a four poster bed is the canopy over the bed. It was usually made of wood and could be covered with cloth. It provided privacy and helped enclose the bed, making it easier to heat the bed area. On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage and contemporary four-poster beds.
What is the top of a four-poster bed called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Across the top of older four-poster beds was a wooden rail that was called the tester. The tester often held a rail where curtains were attached that could be pulled closed. Shop a collection of four-poster beds from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I make a four-poster bed modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You can make a four-poster bed modern in a number of ways. Try refinishing it with matte spray paint or covering the headboard with fabric or wallpaper. You can also hang fabric in contemporary prints from the frame as a canopy. You'll find a collection of four-poster beds on 1stDibs.

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