History Of Beds

Since we’re nuts over beds, we all love our beds, why not a little history lesson about beds? I mean, why did people switch from sleeping on floors and rocks, to beds? Why? When?

Here’s an extract

“The earliest beds were oak frames with wooden planks, or slats, laid across them. Several thin mattresses made from straw or hair were then laid on top. This probably wasn’t too comfortable, but it was a great improvement on the floor.”

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Some more history of beds