Emma
Read all reviewsThe Emma bed frame brings classic Victorian style into the modern bedroom. Clean, straight bars and tall proportions give the design a strong, timeless feel. As a result, Emma creates a striking focal point without feeling overly decorative.
The high headboard and tall tailboard define the overall look. Together, they create a cosy and enclosed feel that makes the bed perfect for relaxing and unwinding. At the same time, the straight-bar design keeps the frame simple, balanced, and easy to style.
We handcraft every Emma bed frame using certified British iron. This gives the frame lasting strength, stability, and everyday durability. Unlike lightweight metal beds, Emma has a reassuring weight and solid structure built to last. You can also personalise the design with self-colour or authentic brass finials. For a more traditional look, we recommend brass finials. They add warmth and help create that classic “Bedknobs and Broomsticks” Victorian feel.
Thanks to its tall proportions, Emma pairs beautifully with both sprung and unsprung bed bases. A sprung base creates a softer and more cushioned feel. In contrast, an unsprung base offers firmer and more supportive comfort.
For the best sleep experience, pair Emma with any of our wool mattress options. A wool mattress adds breathable comfort, natural temperature control, and lasting support. Together, the bed frame and wool mattress create a warm, comfortable, and timeless bedroom.
- Available in all standard UK sizes and bespoke.
- All sizes available in 10 different powder-coated finishes.
- Scandinavian pine slatted base included.
- Choose from either Brass, Nickel or self-coloured bed knobs (finials).
- Guaranteed to last a lifetime.
Emma’s Story
Emma has always held a special place within our collection. From the beginning, we designed this handcrafted metal bed to capture the comfort and familiarity of a traditional Victorian bedroom. Its tall proportions, straight bars, and high tailboard create a timeless look that feels warm, settled, and inviting.
We named Emma after our friends Peter and Linda’s third and youngest daughter, continuing the personal stories behind many of our earliest designs. Over the years, Emma has become one of our most recognisable Victorian-style bedsteads thanks to its balanced proportions and classic character.
When creating Emma, we focused on the details that define traditional Victorian design. The high headboard and tall tailboard create a sense of enclosure and comfort, while the straight-bar structure keeps the overall look simple and refined. As a result, the design feels elegant without becoming overly decorative.
The tall tailboard gives Emma its distinctive “Bedknobs and Broomsticks” character. It creates a cosy and enclosed feel, making the frame perfect for curling up and relaxing at the end of the day. Brass finials strengthen this traditional look and add warmth to the overall design.
We handcraft every Emma bed frame in our Norfolk workshop using certified British iron. This careful approach ensures lasting quality, strength, and durability. Today, Emma remains a favourite among cottages, period homes, and traditional interiors seeking timeless Victorian style.
Bed Specification
- Range: Iron Beds
- Made from: Iron
- Guarantee: Lifetime
- Finish: Powder Coat
- Lead time: 4 to 6 weeks
- Assembly required: Assembly Required (assembly service available)
- Base included as standard: Scandinavian Pine Slatted Base
- Headboard height: 53″
- Tailboard height: 46″
- Clearance from floor to base: 13″
- Bespoke alterations available: Yes
- Care instructions: Clean iron work with a damp cloth and gently wipe over 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.
As all of our beds are painstakingly handcrafted to order, our delivery times range from 4 to 12 weeks depending on the model you choose.
For mainland UK addresses, typical delivery times are as follows:
- Iron beds: 4 to 6 weeks
- Brass beds (excluding Rosie and Willow): 6 to 8 weeks
- Nickel and copper beds, and Rosie and Willow brass beds: 8 to 10 weeks
Occasionally, it may take longer to deliver your bed, although changes to your delivery will always be communicated with you.
You’ll receive an order confirmation via email within 72 hours, and our delivery team will aim to confirm a provisional delivery week shortly after. It is possible to request a specific delivery date: please call our showroom on 01485 542516 for more details and to check availability before placing your order.
We’re delighted to handle all of our own deliveries, which helps ensure a quality service. Our delivery team can assemble your bed in a room of your choice, and we’ll even make sure to remove all the packaging ready for a restful night’s sleep.
A signed delivery note will be required by our delivery team before they can leave. It should confirm that you’re happy with your new bed and everything is as expected. Please take a moment to check your goods carefully before signing.
You can read more about our terms and conditions on delivery here or our terms and conditions on returns here. If you have any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to call our showroom on 01485 542516.
As the only carbon-neutral iron bed maker, working towards a sustainable future has been at the heart of our family company since we began. Although it does require a large amount of packaging to ensure that your bed arrives in perfect condition, with your help, we can ensure that all materials are reused or disposed of properly.
As standard, our delivery team will unbox and unbag your goods so that they can take any packaging away with them. If you’d like your goods to remain in their original packaging, please let us know before your delivery team arrives and be sure to dispose of the packaging appropriately.
Choosing the perfect bed is an investment, especially when it’s handcrafted to last a lifetime. That’s why we encourage customers to visit our showroom, where you can experience our beds in person, compare styles, and see colours properly before ordering.
Our Sleep Promise is a confidence guarantee. Designed to give you complete peace of mind. If you’ve visited our showroom and viewed your chosen bed style and colour in person, but once delivered, you feel it isn’t the right fit for your home, you can exchange your bed within 30 days of delivery free of charge.
We also extend our Sleep Promise to online and telephone orders. However, exchanges for orders placed without a showroom visit are subject to collection, redelivery, dismantling and reassembly charges. Any change in bed size or product specification may also incur additional charges or refunds where applicable.
It’s all part of helping you choose the perfect bed with complete confidence.
You can find more information on our Sleep Promise here.
*** Please note that our sleep promise excludes bed bases and mattresses and applies only to bed frames
A Mother’s Dream, A Family’s Craft
At Wrought Iron & Brass Bed Co., every bed is made in our Norfolk workshop using traditional techniques and the finest British materials. As the last independent metal bedmaker in the UK — and proud holders of a Royal Warrant — we believe in beds that stand the test of time.
Each frame is built with care, finished to order, and covered by our Lifetime Guarantee. No mass production. No cutting corners. Just meaningful craftsmanship designed for comfort, strength, and beauty.
Where Quality Craftsmanship Still Counts
At Wrought Iron & Brass Bed Co., every bed is handcrafted in our Norfolk workshop using time-honoured techniques and certified British materials. As the last independent metal bedmaker in the UK — and proud holders of a Royal Warrant — we build frames designed to last for generations.
We don’t mass-produce or cut corners. Each piece is made to order with care, combining strength, beauty, and authenticity. No fast furniture, just meaningful craftsmanship built to be lived with and loved for a lifetime.
Where Comfort meets Necessity
Our mattresses are handmade in the UK using only natural fillings such as British wool, cotton, and horsehair — chosen for comfort, breathability, and sustainability. We never use foam, synthetics, or chemical treatments.
Each mattress is double-sided, hand-tufted, and finished with 100% natural cotton covers to create a healthier sleep environment. Paired with our bed bases, they offer balanced support, airflow, and durability — ensuring comfort that lasts for years to come.
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