Used Furnitures

Question about an antique maple bed frame?

I was recently given a beautiful antique maple bed frame - with headboard and footboard. But the sides (where the mattress and box springs are held) are made of maple wood. We were guessing it might have been made in the 1950's or 60's - but a friend of mine who is an antiques dealer said it may be older than that. When did furniture companies stop using wood on the sides, and go to using metal? I'm wondering how old my piece might be. Thanks!

Public Comments

1. I don't think they ever stopped using wood, it just depends on the style of the bed-- metal is cheaper. May not be a good way of determining the age of your bed. See another dealer for a second opinion.
2. I'm venturing to say that sounds about correct. There's the possibility of the 30's. I have an old maple bed frame with headboard and footboard as well. It has the posts running along the sideboards, to make a weave for the "boxspring/bottom." This would have been my Dad's when he was a child, which was the mid 40's. Hope this is helpful to you. I'm sure googling this info. would venture to be helpful as well.
3. well i dont think so that they had stopped using woods for making bed frame.Many trusted antique dealers are there with nice wood made bed,sofa..so better contact a dealer and ask about the price of your bed.