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Your bed is the centerpiece of your bedroom, so invest in one that's just your style. In this day and age, there's no need to head to a department or furniture store to get a great bed frame: We found bed and bed frames with amazing reviews from top online retailers including Wayfair, Amazon and Walmart. These options will make a big statement in the bedroom without breaking the bank.

This minimalist, 1950s-inspired platform bed from Wayfair has more than 29,000 five-star ratings. It comes in black and white sizes include twin, full/double, queen and king. Right now, this bed is on sale for up to 50% off. Sale price depends on the size and color of the bed. 

If you like the drama of a canopy bed, check out this affordable metal option from Amazon. It's available in four colors, including black, gold, grey and white. Sizes available are a twin, full, king and queen. Price and product availability vary by size and color. The gold twin is currently on sale for $150 (reduced $92 from $242) and the gold queen is on sale for $213 (reduced $91 from $304). 

"This bed is solid, and even when my kids are jumping all over it, it does not make a sound," reviewer Yasmin C. says. 

How about a pop of subtle color? This upholstered bed comes in a cool blue velvet. (It's also available in three more neutral hues such as gray and ivory.) Its headboard has a vertical channel-tufted design. Find this Mr. Kate bed in full, queen and king sizes at Wayfair. Sale prices vary by color and size. 

This rustic and timeless engineered- and real-wood bed frame does not require a box spring. You can purchase the 4.6-star-rated bed frame with or without the headboard. It's available in four beautiful wood stains and standard bed sizes, including twin, full, queen and king. Sale prices vary by size and wood stain. 

Looking for more headboard options? Check out our article on best headboards to upgrade your bedroom for 2024 .

We love the turned legs of this vintage-inspired rubberwood bed frame. Its low platform gives it a modern edge as well. What's more, it doesn't require a box spring. You can get this in four colors and it comes in full, queen and king sizes. Sale prices vary by color and size. 

If you're seeking a classic platform bedframe, pick up this laminate-wood one. It comes in six colors and a ton of sizes: twin, twin XL, full, queen, king and California king.

This classic, simple platform bed by Zinus is crafted of solid acacia wood and has a deep cherry finish. It doesn't require a box spring. You can get this in a twin, full, queen and king.

Carolin Lehmann is an expert in health, fitness, furniture, apparel, gift guides and books for CBS Essentials. She's always testing new products to recommend. Some of her current favorites include Stanley cups and Alo Yoga workout sets.

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