Oak Bed Frame Slat Solutions
Choosing the right bed base for your solid oak bedframe
At The Oak Bed Workshop, we do not believe one standard bed base is right for every customer.
Every sleeper is different. Some people prefer a firmer, flatter feel underneath their mattress.
Others prefer a more flexible support system that responds to the body.
That is why our solid oak bed frames can be supplied with a choice of bed slat and bed base
solutions. The main decision is whether you prefer firm support or sprung support.
Firm or Sprung Support?
Firm support: Flatter, firmer and more stable. Customers who prefer a solid, supportive feel
Sprung support: Flexible, responsive and cushioned. Customers who prefer more movement and comfort beneath the mattress
Our recommendation
For most customers, we recommend our Second-Generation sprung slatted bed base. It offers close slat spacing, flexible support and a good balance of comfort, specification and value.
If your budget allows, we recommend upgrading to our Fifth-Generation sprung slatted bed base. This is our premium sprung support option, with soft and firm technology built into each bed slat holder and 15 independent support zones per sleeper.
Firm support solutions
Firm support is best if you prefer your mattress to feel flatter and more stable.
A firm base does not flex like a sprung bed base. This gives the mattress a more solid foundation and can suit customers who prefer a firmer sleeping surface.
Flat pine slatted bed base
Our flat pine slatted bed base is a simple, strong and practical support option.
It is better than a basic webbed slat set because it is made as a proper drop-in bed base for our oak bed frames. The slats are spaced with an approximate gap of 40mm–50mm, giving good firm support for the mattress.
Support feel: Firm
Support type: Flat, non-sprung support
Slat material: Solid pine
Typical slat gap: Approximately 40mm–50mm
Best for: Customers who prefer a firmer mattress feel
Sprung Support Solutions
Sprung support is best if you prefer a softer, more flexible feel underneath your mattress.
Sprung bed slats are curved beech slats that flex slightly under the mattress. This can make the bed feel more responsive and cushioned compared with a firm flat slat base.
We offer several sprung slat systems, depending on the specification, slat gap and comfort level required.
Standard Slatted Bed Base
Standard sprung slats use 63mm wide beech slats with an approximate gap of 65mm.
This is a basic sprung support option, but the gap between the slats is larger than our more advanced systems.
Support feel: Flexible sprung support
Slat width: 63mm
Approx. slats per sleeper: 15, depending on bed length
Approx. slat gap: 65mm
First-Generation Slatted Bed Base
First-Generation sprung slats use 53mm wide beech slats with an approximate gap of 43mm.
This gives closer support than standard sprung slats and can be a good step up from a basic system.
Support feel: Flexible sprung support with closer spacing
Slat width: 53mm
Approx. slats per sleeper: 20, depending on bed length
Approx. slat gap: 43mm
Second-Generation Slatted Bed Base
Our Second-Generation sprung slatted bed base is the option we recommend for most customers.
It uses 38mm wide beech sprung slats, with approximately 30 slats per sleeper and an approximate gap of 25mm. This gives much closer mattress support than standard sprung
slats.
For many customers, this is the best balance of comfort, specification and value.
Support feel: Flexible sprung support
Slat width: 38mm
Approx. slats per sleeper: 30, depending on bed length
Approx. slat gap: 25mm
Fifth-Generation Slatted Bed Base
If your budget allows, we recommend upgrading to our Fifth-Generation sprung slatted bed base.
This system uses the same close 38mm slat layout with an approximate 25mm gap, but adds soft and firm technology inside each bed slat holder. This creates 15 independent support zones per sleeper, giving a more responsive and adjustable feel.
It is one of the most advanced sprung bed slat solutions available for a solid oak bed frame.
Support feel: Flexible sprung support
Slat width: 38mm
Approx. slats per sleeper: 30, depending on bed length
Approx. slat gap: 25mm
Comfort zones: 15 independent zones per sleeper
Recommended for: Customers wanting the most advanced sprung support option
Motorised adjustable bed base
Our German motorised adjustable bed base is designed for customers who want electric adjustment within their solid oak bed frame.
The base uses a 4-panel or 5-panel support system, depending on the bed size and specification.
Depending on the bed size and number of sleepers, the adjustable base can be supplied as one full-width bed base or as two individual bases. A single full-width base is ideal for one sleeper. For larger beds or two-sleeper arrangements, two
individual bases allow each side of the bed to be controlled independently.
Support feel: Motorised adjustable support
Adjustment type: Electric adjustment
Motor system: German motorised adjustment
Panel system: 4-panel or 5-panel system, depending on bed size
Sleeper setup: One full-width base or two individual bases
Independent control: Two individual bases can be controlled separately for each sleeper
Best for: Customers wanting adjustable comfort for sleeping, reading or relaxing
Pod disc support system
The pod disc system is a more advanced responsive support option.
Instead of traditional wooden slats, the mattress is supported by individual comfort pods, also known as sprung trays or disc pods. These pods respond across different
areas of the body and can help fine-tune the support underneath the mattress.
Support feel: Responsive support
Support type: Pod disc support system
Alternative names: Comfort sleep pods, sprung trays, disc pods
Best for: Customers wanting a more advanced comfort support system