CAMBRIDGE DIVAN BED

The Cambridge Divan Bed is where classic elegance meets everyday practicality. Handcrafted in Britain, it pairs the timeless, tailored look of a proper upholstered divan with a spacious hidden storage compartment, giving you a bed that looks refined and quietly solves the storage problem that most bedrooms have. It is a design that settles just as comfortably into a traditional room as it does a contemporary one, which is exactly what makes a divan such a dependable choice.

The Cambridge is upholstered in soft, high-quality fabric, shown here in an elegant silver velvet that catches the light and gives the bed a plush, inviting finish. Its tall, padded 48-inch headboard is the centrepiece, generous enough to anchor the room and comfortable enough to lean against while you read or relax. The upholstered base continues that tailored look right down to the floor, for a clean, cohesive, hotel-inspired feel.

Underneath, the Cambridge is built for real life. Rather than an open slatted frame, it uses a solid, supportive divan base that keeps your mattress stable and evenly supported for an uninterrupted night's sleep. That same base houses a smooth gas-lift ottoman storage system, lift the base and you gain access to a spacious compartment running beneath the mattress, with ample room for bedding, clothing, towels, and seasonal items. It is a genuine amount of hidden storage that keeps the bedroom tidy without adding a single piece of furniture to the room.

Built from a robust wooden frame with expert British craftsmanship, the Cambridge is made to last and to stay stable and quiet through years of daily use. It is available in all standard UK sizes and across a wide range of fabrics and colours, so you can match it precisely to your room, from soft neutrals to richer, more dramatic velvet shades.

Every Cambridge Divan Bed comes with a 100-day free trial and a 5-year warranty, elegant design and smart storage backed by long-term cover.

Planning note: the divan base lifts on a gas-lift mechanism, so allow enough clearance above and around the bed for it to open fully. The floor footprint matches a standard divan of the equivalent size. Larger sizes arrive as two halves for easier movement through your home. All sizes accept standard UK mattresses. Mattress sold separately.

Delivery

Free tracked delivery is included on every order within the UK, no minimum spend, no hidden charges. Deliveries are made using our own courier service, typically within 3 to 5 working days, and you will receive a text and email with a tracking link and time slot ahead of your delivery date. If you are decorating or moving, you can select delay delivery at checkout and arrange a date that suits you. Get in touch with the Macba Beds team before ordering if you need to confirm timescales for a remote postcode.

Assembly

The Cambridge is straightforward to set up. Single divan bases arrive as one whole unit, while small double, double, king, and super king bases arrive in two halves, which makes them far easier to carry through doorways, up stairs, and around tight corners. The gas-lift ottoman mechanism arrives ready-fitted to the base, so there is no complicated setup, the two halves connect together and the padded headboard attaches separately during assembly. Everything you need is included, and the Macba Beds team is available by phone or email if you need a hand at any point.

Q: What is a divan bed, and how is it different from a bed frame?

A: A divan is an upholstered bed built on a solid, fabric-covered base rather than an open frame with legs and slats. The Cambridge uses a strong support system in place of traditional slats, which gives the mattress firm, even, uninterrupted support and a very stable feel. It also means the base itself can hold a full storage compartment, something an open frame cannot do as neatly.

Q: How does the storage work?

A: The Cambridge has a gas-lift ottoman storage system built into the base. The base lifts smoothly on gas struts to reveal a spacious compartment beneath the mattress, then lowers back down to hide it completely. There is generous room for bedding, clothing, towels, and seasonal items, all kept out of sight without adding furniture to the room.

Q: Does it have slats?

A: No. Unlike a slatted frame, the Cambridge uses a solid divan support system that replaces slats entirely. This gives consistent support right across the mattress with no gaps, and creates the sealed base that houses the storage compartment.

Q: Is the gas-lift easy and safe to use?

A: Yes. The gas struts carry most of the weight of the base and mattress, so lifting takes little effort and the base stays securely open while you load or unload. Lowering is smooth and controlled. It is designed for everyday use and is simple enough for one person to operate.

Q: What fabrics and colours is it available in?

A: The Cambridge is shown in a soft silver velvet, and is available across a wide range of fabrics and colours, from calm neutrals through to richer, more dramatic shades. Velvet options give a smooth, plush finish that reflects light beautifully. Fabric samples are available on request so you can compare shades in your own room before ordering.

Q: Will it fit a standard UK mattress?

A: Yes. Every size of the Cambridge is made to standard UK mattress dimensions, so your mattress will sit correctly on the base with no gaps. The divan works with all standard UK mattress types, including pocket sprung, orthopaedic, and memory foam.

Q: Does it come with a mattress?

A: The Cambridge is sold as a divan base and headboard. You can add one of our mattresses as a bundle at checkout, often at a better combined price, or pair it with a mattress of your own. The Macba Beds team can help if you are unsure which to choose.

Q: How much room do I need around the bed?

A: The floor footprint is the same as a standard divan of the equivalent size. The main thing to plan for is enough clearance above and around the bed so the base can lift fully on its gas struts to access the storage.

Q: How long does delivery take and is it free?

A: Yes, delivery is free across the UK, typically within 3 to 5 working days using our own courier service. You will receive a text and email with a tracking link and time slot before your delivery. For remote postcodes, contact the Macba Beds team before ordering to confirm timescales.

Q: How hard is it to assemble?

A: Straightforward. Larger sizes arrive in two halves that connect together, the gas-lift mechanism is already fitted, and the headboard attaches separately. Everything you need is included, and most customers complete the setup quickly. The Macba Beds team is on hand if you get stuck.

Q: Does the base or mechanism creak?

A: Not when assembled correctly. The robust wooden frame and solid divan base keep the bed stable and quiet in normal use, and the gas-lift struts operate smoothly. Make sure all fixings are fully tightened during assembly and checked again after the first couple of weeks.

Q: What are the trial and warranty terms?

A: Every Cambridge Divan Bed comes with a 100-day free trial and a 5-year warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, including the structure, mattress support, and the gas-lift storage mechanism. If anything is not right, contact the Macba Beds team with your order number and they will put it right.