this guide will give you the info you need to make the right choice. You will need Measuring

tape Personal style and budget. Step 1. Choose either a wood or metal frame depending on

your bedroom style and budget. Quality frames will use either screws or dowels instead of

cheap staples. Step 2. Measure the height of your mattress and box spring to judge how

tall a bed frame you can purchase. Avoid getting something that is uncomfortably high. Low-profile

box springs are available if the bed frame you like is too tall. Step 3. Consider creating

more storage under the bed with a higher clearance bed frame. Use a bed skirt to hide anything

you don't want seen. Step 4. Pick from a number of styles that include: canopy, four poster,

sleigh, platform, day or trundle. Just don't blow your budget or get something too big

for the room. Step 5. Test as many bed frames as you can by laying down on each one with

your significant other to discover any annoying squeaks or other problems. Step 6. Save more

money in the long run by purchasing a mattress and box spring to go with your new bed frame

from the same store. Then savor the knowledge that your room will look great while you sleep.

Did you know Thomas Jefferson's bed in his home at Monticello was built in an alcove

between 2 rooms in order to save space.