Mia Huelsbeck is a contributing writer for PEOPLE covering home, fashion, and more. Along with her expertise in product-scouting for shoppers, she consulted with a celebrity interior designer for this story.

Sometimes, you need more than new curtains or the softest bed sheets to really transform your bedroom space. Whether you’re looking to improve the quality of your sleep, update your room’s theme, or expand your storage space, there are a number of reasons you’d be on the search for a new bed frame. But, like mattresses , not all beds are made equal, and it can be hard to rule out the ones that aren’t up to scratch.

Given that your bed frame is a lasting piece of furniture, there’s a lot to consider before you go all-in on a new one. Is it stable? How easy will it be to assemble?

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