When one has been toiling hard in the office, and at home, or after the exertion of rigorous traveling, the body expends a tremendous amount of energy, day-in and day-out. The body, therefore, requires proper rest and relaxation for recharging ones' energy levels. Sleeping is the best way of getting this much needed rest.

Beds are common household furniture items, which are mainly meant for sleeping. Pillows and mattresses are usually placed on the top of these beds for making the sleep comfortable. These beds are available in all types of shapes and sizes. The basic sizes in which they are available are Single size, Double size or Full size, and King size. There are also many different types of beds available such as the adjustable beds, bunk beds, day beds, and platform beds. The frame of these pieces of furniture is generally made either of wood or metal.

Iron beds are very popular antique pieces. Well-crafted iron beds were very fashionable in the late nineteenth century and the early twentieth century. The designs for these pieces of furniture were well conceived and imaginative, and the materials used were of excellent quality. Cast iron was the main type of iron used. Iron beds went out of fashion during the World War I as the metal was required in the manufacture of arms and ammunitions. These antique iron beds are nowadays available in all styles inclusive of Kids beds, cribs, cradles and day beds.