A bedroom that works isn't about matching wood tones — it's about scale. Furniture too big and the room feels cramped; too small and it looks unfinished. We hold over 2,300 bedroom pieces in stock across our Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane warehouses, from $25 nightstands to $1,400 gas lift queen beds. The full range — beds, mattresses, wardrobes, bedside tables, tallboys and dressing tables — covers Australian rooms from 9m² guest rooms to 30m² master suites.
How do I plan a bedroom that actually fits?
Start with the bed because nothing else fits if the bed doesn't. Allow 60cm walking space on at least one side of the bed, 80-90cm if you'll get in and out from both sides. The bed footprint plus walking space plus bedside table is your minimum room footprint — everything else is bonus.
| Bed size |
Bed footprint |
Minimum room (one side) |
Comfortable room (both sides) |
| Single (92x188cm) |
1.7m² |
2.4m x 2.6m |
2.8m x 2.8m |
| King single (107x203cm) |
2.2m² |
2.6m x 2.8m |
3.0m x 3.0m |
| Double (138x188cm) |
2.6m² |
2.9m x 2.7m |
3.2m x 3.2m |
| Queen (153x203cm) |
3.1m² |
3.0m x 2.8m |
3.4m x 3.4m |
| King (183x203cm) |
3.7m² |
3.3m x 2.8m |
3.6m x 3.6m |
What bedroom furniture do I actually need?
Five pieces cover 95% of bedroom needs: a bed frame, mattress, two bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a tallboy or chest of drawers. Add a dressing table if anyone in the room does morning makeup or skincare routines. Skip the extra armchair or ottoman unless the room is over 12m².
| Piece |
Why it's essential |
Typical price |
| Bed frame |
Anchors the room and the sleeping setup |
$80-$1,400 |
| Mattress |
Single most-used purchase in the home |
$150-$1,200 |
| Bedside table x 2 |
Phone, lamp, water — both sides for couples |
$25-$200 each |
| Wardrobe |
Hanging clothes, longer-term storage |
$200-$2,500 |
| Tallboy or dresser |
Folded clothes the wardrobe doesn't fit |
$150-$700 |
| Dressing table |
Optional — only if makeup or grooming is daily |
$120-$500 |
How do I match bedroom furniture without buying a "set"?
Bedroom suites — matched bed + bedside tables + tallboy from the same range — are the lazy option. They look like a showroom and date fast. The better approach is matching two of three variables: timber tone, finish, or handle style. Match those, vary everything else, and the room looks designed instead of bought.
The piece most worth matching is the bedside tables to each other — mismatched pairs look like a Marketplace assembly. Bed and wardrobe can be different woods if they share a finish (both matte, both gloss). The tallboy can be a different tone entirely if it sits across the room and reads as a single accent piece.
Bedroom storage — what fits where?
Most Australian bedrooms under-plan storage. The rule of thumb: 1m of hanging space per adult, 4 drawers per adult for folded clothes, and one bedside table per sleeper. Add a tallboy if you have more than 6 drawers' worth of folded clothes, a blanket box at the foot of the bed for spare bedding, or an under-bed storage drawer for off-season clothes.
Quick buyer's checklist
- Measure the room and doorways before buying anything — flat-pack fits 80cm doors
- Pick the bed first; everything else fits around it
- Match bedside tables to each other; vary the rest by tone or finish
- Allow 60cm walking space minimum, 80-90cm for both sides of the bed
- Skip the matching "suite" — looks dated within 5 years
- Plan storage for clothes you own, not the clothes you wish you owned
Frequently asked questions
What size bedroom do I need for a queen bed?
Minimum 3.0m x 2.8m with bedside table on one side only. 3.4m x 3.4m for bedside tables on both sides with comfortable walking space. Anything smaller — consider a double bed instead.
Do I need bedside tables on both sides of the bed?
For couples — yes. Each sleeper needs a place for their phone, lamp and water. For single sleepers — one is enough. Matching pairs cost 10-20% less than two singles because they ship as a set.
How long does delivery take?
We dispatch within 1-2 business days from our Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane warehouses. Capital city addresses arrive in 3-5 business days. Perth and Adelaide take 5-8 days. Regional and Tasmanian addresses take 5-12 days.
Can I pay with Afterpay or Zip?
Yes. We accept Afterpay, Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4. A $300 bedside table set works out to four fortnightly payments of $75 with Afterpay. A $1,000 bedroom suite is $250 a fortnight.
What's your returns policy?
We offer 15-day returns on unassembled bedroom furniture in original packaging. Every piece comes with a 12-month manufacturer warranty against defects. See our return policy for full details.
Why buy your bedroom furniture from Simple Deals
We're a family-run Australian business, trading since 2018. We hold bedroom stock in our Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane warehouses, dispatch in 1-2 business days, and back every piece with a 12-month warranty and 15-day returns. Real people answer the phone on 1300 456 786, Monday to Friday. Over 50,000 Australian customers; 4.66★ from 5,363 verified reviews.
