Vermont Furniture Designs Essex Bed

No, the Essex High Footboard Bed features a robust platform design specifically engineered to support your mattress directly. You can place your mattress straight onto the frame without the need for a box spring or foundation.

This bed is handcrafted from solid hardwoods sourced and built in Vermont. The specific species can vary based on the natural availability of the timber, but all options are selected for their structural integrity and unique grain patterns.

The bed provides 12.5 inches of clearance from the floor to the bottom of the side rails. This is a generous amount of space, ideal for sliding low-profile storage bins or keeping the area underneath clean and accessible.

Yes. The bed is finished with eco-friendly, low-VOC oils and waxes. This traditional finishing method protects the wood while maintaining a natural feel and avoiding the harsh chemical off-gassing associated with synthetic lacquers.

The frame utilizes mortise and tenon joinery, a time-tested woodworking technique that creates incredibly strong, interlocking connections. This method ensures the bed remains stable and squeak-free for generations.

Assembly is required, but the design is straightforward. Because it uses high-quality joinery, the components are engineered to fit together precisely, though we recommend having a second person on hand to help position the headboard and footboard during setup.