Smart, space-saving double bed frames with built-in drawers and gas-lift bases — designed for the rooms where every centimetre counts. A double with storage suits guest rooms, teen rooms, smaller masters and apartments, swallowing linen, clothing and seasonal bedding without adding a single piece of furniture. In timber and upholstered finishes. Part of our wider storage bed frames range, family-owned, priced direct and held in stock locally.
Contemporary upholstered storage bed in multiple sizes and finishes
Channel-tufted storage bed with two drawers — choose your side, grey or black
Modern fabric storage bed with built-in drawers in three sizes
Wingback storage bed with channel-fluted fabric and three pull-out drawers
Modern rustic bed in dark aged jarrah with footboard storage drawers
A Practical Guide to Choosing a Double Bed with Storage
A double bed with storage is one of the most practical upgrades you can make to a bedroom. At the standard Australian double size (137 × 187 cm), these frames earn their keep in guest rooms, teen rooms, smaller masters and apartments — anywhere floor space matters more than sleep width. The right storage style depends on how you live day to day, how much walkway you have beside the bed, and what you want tucked out of sight. A well-chosen storage bed should feel like a quiet backdrop, not the busiest thing in the room.
Gas Lift or Drawers: Which Suits a Double?
Both add real, usable storage — the choice between a double bed frame with storage drawers and a gas-lift base comes down to how they behave in a smaller footprint:
Rule of thumb: if the room is already tight, gas lift; if the bed is accessed daily — a teen's room, a busy guest room — drawers feel more intuitive.
Australian Double Size & Room Fit
A standard Australian double mattress measures 137 × 187 cm, with frames typically 5–10 cm larger each way (around 147 × 197 cm) to accommodate the structure and storage mechanism. Aim for a room of at least 2.8 × 3.0 m, with 60 cm of walkway on the sides you use — and on any drawer side. A double suits a single adult, a teenager, or a couple who prioritise floor space: shared between two, each sleeper gets only about 68 cm of width, which is why couples sleeping in it every night usually prefer the step up to a queen bed with storage (153 × 203 cm — 16 cm wider and 16 cm longer). For every standard dimension, see our Australian bed sizes guide.
Choosing the Right Style
Storage beds work hardest when they don't look like storage beds — the frame should read as part of the room's design language, not a utility purchase:
Timber
Warm, grounding and long-wearing — at home in teen rooms and relaxed guest spaces alike. Explore the timber finishes across our wooden bed frames.
Upholstered
Softer and more tactile, with padded headboards that make reading in bed comfortable — see fabric and PU leather designs.
Whichever direction you take, check the slat system, frame construction and any weight rating on the product page — those details determine how the bed feels five years in, not just on day one.
Why Buy Your Double Storage Bed at A2Z
Drawer glide, cavity depth and frame solidity are exactly what a photo can't show — so test them in person. Our showrooms in Brisbane (Rocklea), Ipswich, Bundall, Sandgate and Beenleigh hold stock locally, so most in-stock frames can be picked up the same day, at honest direct prices. Free local delivery is available within roughly 10 km of our Rocklea warehouse, with paid delivery to the wider Brisbane, Gold Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba regions, and flexible payment through Afterpay, Zip, Humm and Latitude. Every frame carries a 12-month warranty unless otherwise noted — see our warranty & returns policy, or call our QLD team on 1300 781 990 for personalised advice.
Double Beds with Storage — FAQs
What is the size of a double bed in Australia?
A standard Australian double mattress is 137 cm wide by 187 cm long. Frames are typically slightly larger — around 147 × 197 cm — to accommodate the construction and storage mechanism. A double is 16 cm narrower and 16 cm shorter than a queen.
Is gas lift or drawer storage better for a double bed?
Neither is automatically better — it depends on how you live. A gas-lift base gives one large concealed cavity, ideal for quilts, spare linen and seasonal items, with no side clearance needed. Drawers give faster everyday access for clothing and essentials, but need about 60 cm of clearance to open.
Is a double storage bed big enough for two adults?
A double can fit two adults, but each person gets only about 68 cm of sleeping width — fine short-term or in a guest room. Couples sharing every night are usually more comfortable on a queen storage bed (153 × 203 cm).
How much weight can a gas-lift double bed hold?
Gas-lift mechanisms are calibrated to the frame size and the weight of the mattress on top — struts are rated for a mattress weight range, listed on each product page. A very heavy mattress can make the lift feel stiff, so check the recommendation before pairing.
How much room do I need for a double bed with storage drawers?
Leave at least 60 cm of clearance on any side where drawers open. For a frame around 147 cm wide, a bedroom of at least 2.8 × 3.0 m keeps the room comfortable to move around in.
Do your double storage beds come assembled?
They arrive flat-packed with clear instructions and the fixings included. Assembly is straightforward, though two people make handling the platform and side rails easier — gas-lift designs take a little longer than drawer bases. Specifics are noted on each product page.
Do you deliver double storage beds outside Brisbane?
Yes — we deliver across South-East Queensland including the Gold Coast, Ipswich, Logan, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba, with fees calculated at checkout by postcode. Free local delivery applies within roughly 10 km of our Rocklea warehouse, and warehouse pickup is available by appointment.
Can I pair a double storage bed with any mattress?
Any standard Australian double mattress (137 × 187 cm) fits. For gas-lift bases, keep within the recommended mattress weight range so the mechanism lifts smoothly. Browse our mattress range for compatible options.
Complete the Bedroom
A double storage bed handles most of the organisation in one piece, so the rest of the room can stay simple: a mattress sized to Australian standards, bedside tables, and coordinating bedroom furniture. Keep browsing the family: all storage beds, gas lift bed frames, queen beds with storage, or the full double bed frame range.
Browse the double beds with storage above, size up to queen storage beds, or compare gas lift designs across every size.