When the Amish craftsman first made this bed I was very impressed for several reasons.
First it was a big departure for this builder from his more traditional designs
Second because of how well it’s built.
Third because of how contemporary the design is.
After marveling at the design my first concern was how strong the supports were on the sides. From what I’ve seen a design like this can be kinda weak if it’s not properly designed. So I set about checking and testing this bed out to make sure it was something I could stand behind.
After much looking, pushing, pulling & bouncing it’s more than obvious that the supports on the sides of the bed are plenty strong. I weight about 215 pounds & it didn’t even make a sound as I proceeded to bounce on top of the mattress right above each support, trying to make them give way. That is the sign of a very well thought out design both in style and strength.
I have to say that it didn’t surprise me much knowing this builders attention to detail and penchant for making bedroom furniture that is very heavy and strong.
In the picture the gateway bed is made of solid cherry with a very light stain. The actual bed is a queen size though you can get it in a twin, full or king sizes as well.
It is a platform bed so all you need is the mattress which makes it pretty nice.
The platform itself is about 4″ off the floor so it’s overall height is reasonable. In most cases you wont need steps to get into it like many platform beds I’ve seen.
You can have this bed made in a surprising range of woods including, Oak, Maple, Brown Maple, Hickory, 1/4 sawn white oak and Walnut. Again it’s pictured in Cherry.
Personally I think it would be absolutely gorgeous in a natural walnut.
Getting it without a headboard would make it even more contemporary, though I don’t know if this is an option.
Overall this is a true breakout design for the Amish and it’s nice to see them looking into the more contemporary and adventurous design. Especially in beds.
