Archie
Archie
The Archie iron bed is a calm and confident presence in the bedroom. It feels settled, well-balanced, and easy to live with. Made under one roof in our Norfolk workshop, this iron bed is built with long-term comfort in mind.
The design feels familiar without being predictable. A tall headboard gives the bed a quiet presence, while the lower footboard keeps the room open and uncluttered. As a result, Archie works just as well in smaller bedrooms as it does in more generous spaces. It invites you to sit back, rest, and spend time in bed, not just sleep in it.
This is a true iron bed frame, not a lightweight metal bed frame made to look similar. The structure uses solid iron where strength matters, which gives the bed a reassuring weight and stability. Once in place, it feels grounded and still.
Archie comes with a pine slatted base as standard. The slats allow natural fillings to breathe and settle, which makes them an ideal match for our British wool mattresses. Because the headboard sits higher, the bed also works beautifully with a slightly deeper mattress, creating a more comfortable and inviting feel without overpowering the frame.
Like all our iron beds, every bedframe is made to order. We do not mass-produce or import frames. That approach allows us to focus on consistency and detail, and it is why we are the only UK iron bed maker certified by Made in Britain®.
- Available in all standard UK sizes as well as bespoke sizes.
- All sizes are available in a choice of powder-coated finishes.
- A Scandinavian FSC pine-slatted base is included as standard.
- Your bed is guaranteed to last a lifetime.
Archie’s Story
The Archie iron bed came from listening closely to how people use our beds. Over the years, Henry and Edward became two of our most popular designs. Henry is simple and upright. Edward feels heavier and more architectural. Customers often liked parts of both, but wanted something that sat quietly between the two.
Archie grew from that space. It keeps the calm, dormitory-style feel of Henry, but adds more presence through the headboard and joints. Compared to Edward, it feels slightly lighter and more relaxed, without losing strength. The result is an iron bed that feels familiar, but not copied.
All our iron beds are made to order in our Norfolk workshop. The frame is built from solid iron bar, with every joint welded by hand. We do not use cast joints or pressed fittings. Those shortcuts are common in mass-produced metal bed frames, but they do not last. Welding allows us to control strength and keep the frame tight over time.
The tall headboard makes a real difference in daily use. It gives proper support when sitting up in bed, whether you are reading or resting. The low footboard keeps the bed practical and open, especially in smaller rooms.
Finish changes the character. Black feels defined and confident. Ivory and cream soften the iron and suit lighter spaces. Whichever you choose, the structure stays the same. Solid, balanced, and made to last.
Bed Specification
- Range: Iron Beds
- Made from: Iron
- Guarantee: Lifetime
- Finish: Powder Coat
- Lead time: 4 to 6 weeks
- Base included as standard: Scandinavian Pine Slatted Base
- Headboard height: 47″
- Tailboard height: 30″
- Clearance from floor to base: 13″
- Bespoke alterations available: Yes
- Care instructions: Clean the ironwork with a damp cloth and gently wipe over the surface. Heavy impacts may damage the powder-coated finish.
Iron beds – powder-coated
- We recommend that you clean your metal bed frame with a fresh soft damp cloth and dry thoroughly with a lint-free cloth.
- Avoid cleaning products that may contain solvents or ammonia.
- Authentic brass details will tarnish over time. As our brass is unlacquered, it can be cleaned using a quality brass cleaner. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
- As our iron beds are heavy, we recommend a minimum of two people when moving or handling your bed.
- Never drag your bed and always lift it using the side rails.
- Heavy impacts may damage the powder-coated finish.
- Please note that careless handling may cause damage.
Delivery and returns
Because every bed is made to order, lead times can vary depending on the collection and finish you choose. We’ll contact you at least two weeks before delivery with a provisional date, giving you plenty of time to confirm it works for you. If you need us to hold your bed until you’re ready, there’s no charge to rearrange your delivery or store it.
We handle our own mainland UK deliveries, so your bed stays in our hands from our workshop to your home. Our team will deliver to the room of your choice and remove all packaging when they leave.
Because each bed is made to order, cancellation and return arrangements depend on the bed you chose and whether it has been made to your individual requirements. Your statutory rights are unaffected.
You’ll find full details in our Delivery Terms and Returns & Cancellations. If you have any questions before ordering, please call our showroom on 01485 542516 — we’re always happy to help.
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30 Day Sleep Promise
Choosing a handcrafted bed is an investment, and we want you to be completely happy with your choice. If you can, we recommend visiting our showroom, where you can see the beds for yourself, compare designs and finishes, and take your time deciding what feels right for your home.
We appreciate that a trip to our Norfolk showroom is a journey for many of our customers, so we offer a contribution towards your travel costs. It gives you the opportunity to see the craftsmanship up close, get a true feel for the different finishes and spend some time with us before making your decision.
Our Sleep Promise gives you a little extra reassurance too. If you’ve visited our showroom and seen your chosen bed and finish in person, but decide after delivery that it isn’t quite right, you can exchange the bed frame within 30 days, free of charge.
The Sleep Promise also applies to beds ordered online or over the telephone. You can still exchange your bed within 30 days, although collection, redelivery, dismantling and reassembly charges will apply. If you choose a different size or specification, we’ll adjust the price accordingly.
It’s our way of giving you more confidence when choosing a bed that we hope will be part of your home for many years. You can read more about our Sleep Promise here.
Our Sleep Promise applies to bed frames only and excludes mattresses and bed bases.
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