Casper Haven Bed Frame review: High-quality, sleek design

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The Casper Haven Bed Frame takes centre stage in the bedroom, adding sophistication and comfort that beckons a goodnight’s sleep.

The Haven is a beautiful bed frame made from hardwood and foam and wrapped in a linen-like polyester fabric. The most defining feature of the frame is the headboard, which tilts toward the wall in an arch. The frame also goes right down to the floor, which lowers the bed considerably.

Casper provides the option for scheduled shipping and in-home setup for $99 in in Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary. This includes “white-glove” in-home delivery (even up narrow staircases), a full setup service and the removal of any packing materials. This is a really nice feature and worth the price but should this be out of budget, the frame requires minimal tools to assemble. One of its key features is the slats do not require nails or tools to assemble. The slats are covered in one large piece of cloth, resembling a mat that is then simply rolled out to cover the frame. It’s that easy — no tools and no box spring.

I’ve had the bed frame for a few months now and love its quality, aesthetics and feel. Overall, I recommend the Haven Bed Frame because of some key details (below) that set it apart. 

Dimensions: 87″ L x 68″ W x 45″ H Headboard weight: 112 lbs Materials: Outer cover – 100% polyester | Inner frame and slats – engineered wood | Filling – polyurethane foam and polyester fiber | Legs – plastic Bed frame warranty: two-year limited warranty Price: $1,199 Where to buy: Casper

Delivery and assembly: This was the most seamless delivery I’ve ever experienced. The delivery team was exceptionally considerate. They came with booties to cover their shoes and were ready to navigate tight hallways and stairs. 

From start to finish, the entire process took 20 minutes. The team brought all the tools they needed to assemble the frame and also took away all the boxes when they left. My home is more than 100 years old and has pretty narrow hallways and doorways, none of which was a problem for delivery and assembly. This service was fully worth $99 for the convenience of not having to assemble and take care of the packing materials.

My favourite feature: The headboard has transformed my bedroom into a stylish but welcoming space. The frame is simple and soft yet it commands attention as the centrepiece of the room. The headboard is taller and wider than the frame, so be sure to take that into account when measuring your space. I like the extended size, which can easily fit four to six pillows. It’s a small detail but it makes a big difference. The headboard is my favourite feature, but I love the whole frame.

My least favourite feature: I wouldn’t say it’s a “least” favourite feature but the frame is extremely low to the ground. If you’re not looking for that style aesthetically or if it does not suit your accessibility needs then this frame is not for you. The same goes for anyone looking to store items under the bed. It’s just not feasible here. The low style wasn’t a feature I was looking for in a bed frame (my previous frame was extremely high off the ground) but I have come to love it. I have a whole different view of my room and through my windows, and appreciate being able to touch my feet to the ground when sitting on the side of the bed.

Considerations: Given the bed’s height, new side tables may be required to balance the scale. And there is no opportunity to store anything underneath the bed either.

Recommendation: I’m really happy with this bed frame. It’s a commitment in both price and aesthetics but it really commands the room. The design is fairly neutral so it can compliment a lot of different decor styles. Be sure to consider the height of the bed frame with the mattress (no box spring is required) to ensure it works for you. This is a top-of-the-line bed frame that is of great quality and built to stand the test of time.

Where to buy: Casper

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