Essex High Footboard Bed
Best heirloom-quality bed for eco-conscious homeowners seeking timeless, durable craftsmanship.
The Essex High Footboard Bed by Vermont Furniture Designs offers a classic panel bed silhouette with modern lines, perfect for any bedroom. Handcrafted in Vermont, USA, from solid hardwoods, this bed is built to last for generations. It features an eco-friendly, no VOC finish, available in natural cherry, maple, or walnut. Customize your bed with your choice of wood and headboard height. The bed is designed for durability with mortise and tenon joinery and solid poplar slats, ensuring a sturdy and comfortable foundation. This piece is part of the Burlington Shaker Furniture Collection.
$2211.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
52
/ 15881
#52 in Beds & Bed Frames
Price vs Category Average
+52%
Above average
Who it's for
- Eco-conscious shoppers prioritizing sustainable, responsibly sourced materials
- Homeowners seeking durable, heirloom-quality furniture
- Designers wanting versatile furniture for various decor styles
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused buyers looking for affordable, mass-produced options
- Impatient shoppers needing immediate furniture delivery
- Residents with limited bedroom space or small floor plans
Performance breakdown
Structural Integrity
Mortise and tenon joinery ensures heirloom-level stability for decades of use.
Assembly Efficiency
Steel quick-latch system makes setup remarkably fast for a solid bed.
Material Authenticity
Premium solid hardwoods provide a genuine, high-end tactile experience.
Environmental Impact
No-VOC finish promotes a healthier indoor air quality for your bedroom.
Customization Depth
Multiple wood species and height options allow for precise aesthetic tailoring.
Support Foundation
Robust poplar slats and center beams provide excellent mattress weight distribution.
Key Specs
Handcrafted in Vermont, USA, using real solid hardwoods
Available in natural cherry, natural maple and natural walnut wood
Side rails connected to headboard and footboard using steel quick latch
Mortise and tenon joinery in headboard and footboard
Solid poplar slats
3 1/2" wide x 3/4" thick, set 2 3/8" apart, held by canvas strapping
Twin/Double beds
13 slats; Queen/King: 14 slats; Cal King: 15 slats
Center Support for All Sizes (except twin)
Overall Dimensions
Twin (43"W x 80"L), Full (58"W x 80"L), Queen (64"W x 85"L), King (80"W x 85"L), Cal King (76"W x 89"L)
Features
- Modern classic lines for a timeless aesthetic
- Customizable with choice of solid hardwood and headboard height
- Eco-friendly finish with no VOCs for a healthier home environment
- Built to last for generations with durable construction
- Steel quick latch system for secure and easy assembly
- Includes solid poplar slats for mattress support
- Center support beam for enhanced stability on larger sizes
- Lifetime Guarantee on furniture
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Essex High Footboard Bed for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless aesthetic. The solid wood construction provides a sense of permanence and stability that mass produced furniture lacks. Owners appreciate the clean lines and the warmth of the natural wood grain which integrates seamlessly into various bedroom styles. The attention to detail in the joinery reflects a commitment to traditional woodworking techniques. This bed is often viewed as a long term investment piece that balances elegant form with reliable structural integrity for a peaceful sleep environment.
Know before you buy
You can choose from three solid, sustainably sourced hardwoods: natural cherry, natural maple, or natural walnut.
No, this bed is designed with a sturdy system of solid poplar slats, which provide sufficient support for your mattress without the need for a box spring.
The bed uses a steel quick-latch system to connect the side rails to the headboard and footboard, making assembly straightforward and secure.
Yes, the bed is finished with an eco-friendly, no-VOC coating, ensuring it is free from harmful volatile organic compounds for a healthier indoor environment.
The frame is handcrafted in Vermont using traditional mortise and tenon joinery, a technique known for superior strength and longevity. It is built to last for generations and comes with a lifetime guarantee.
Yes, all sizes except for the twin include a center support beam to ensure enhanced stability and prevent mattress sagging.
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