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4Quokka Beds Original Bed Base

Quokka Beds Original Bed Base

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4Quokka Beds Original Bed Base
5.0

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Build Quality
5.0
Value for Money
4.9
Ease of Assembly
5.0
5 Emma Clements  · Seriously easy to put together- me and my 11yo did it in 10min! Beautiful wood and no squeaking in the frame. I’m happy.
5 Steve  · Went together easily. A one man job didn’t take long much better than the old MDF one l replaced should’ve done it years ago
5 Aisha E.  · Outstanding customer service and high quality products! Absolutely no creaking and easy assembly. Thanks again Quokka :)
5 Sharon  · Easy to assemble, great customer service, & a lovely wooden bed that does not creak!
5 Kate  · Beautiful bed, easy to put together, super solid/no noise. Everything I was hoping it would be and more!!!
5 Michael F.  · What a great company to deal with. From order to delivery.....seamless. High quality hardwood timber and fittings, easy to put together, highly recommend
Jan A
Jan AVIC10 posts
  Verified Double

100% happy with my Quokka bed base. It was a few month's wait as they are made to order, but I am very pleased with the quality and comfort. It was very easy to assembly - think Lego rather than Ikea. I like the minimalist appearance and that it is a sustainable product. Thanks Quokka! Show details ·  1

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Maureen W.
Maureen W.NSW
  Double

I wanted a bed made of solid timber, with no side ridges and that’s what I found at Quokka. The design is simple. The extra appeal for me is the company’s sustainable ethos of using plantation timber and was satisfying to know that I was dealing with a family business within Australia. There was great support from the team in choosing which… Read more ·  1

timber option, and throughout the build, including being able to change my timber choice. Delivery details were updated regularly and assembly was straightforward. It was a very pleasant experience and I am very happy with my bed.

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Joanne
JoanneQLD
  Queen

Look no further for a high quality, creak-free, solid timber bed base! I purchased the Quokka original bed base in Rose Gum (teak finish) after extensive research, specifically looking for quality, function and aesthetics. I’m VERY happy with this purchase! It’s a great design that was incredibly easy to assemble, it’s squeak free and it’s… Read more ·  1

absolutely beautiful. I love that it’s an Australian-made product from solid Australian hardwood timbers. The workmanship is excellent and I can almost feel the love and care that’s gone into its creation. I found the Quokka team were quick to communicate and easy to deal with, and they provided a satisfying, high-level customer care experience. Purchasing this Quokka bed base is a sustainable investment. I know it will be a long term piece of furniture for us, probably generationally appreciated, not something I’ll ever need or want to be replacing. I’m looking forward to replacing my other bed with a Quokka original bed base soon.

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latitiagom
latitiagom2 posts
  Verified Queen

The bed arrived within the estimated time frame. Overall I am satisfied with the bed frame. The pieces are not as thick or wide as expected, however each piece is one single solid piece of timber and not a thousand small pieces of timber glued together to make a panel. The bed is solid and sturdy, with no creaks or squeaks. The mattress doesn't… Read more ·  1

slide off the base, despite the mattress sitting on top of the base rather than in it, which is one of the reasons I chose this base.

Unfortunately my frame arrived with scratches and marks due to the pieces rubbing together during shipping. Quokka customer service was outstanding, there is a phone number to speak to a real person, instead of an email or live chat only. Christine was extremely pleasant and helpful, she assisted me and arranged for the damaged pieces to be remade asap.

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Emily L.
Emily L.QLD
  Fair Incentive Queen

Very happy with the quality of the bed base but also how great the communication was leading up to it arriving! The team was friendly and helpful when we had questions about delivery. The bed is as advertised and you can tell it is well made and is very beautiful. Show reply

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Taneeke
TaneekeWA3 posts
  Fair Incentive Verified Queen

I chose this bed base because it was the only online affordable seller of an Australian made base with solid timber (not composite/MDF). Love the high quality solid timber materials. It was also very easy to put this bed together, I did I on my own in about half an hour after dinner. The base is a perfect minimalist style and has smooth timber… Read more ·  1

so you can easily slide your mattress to rotate. Don't worry, it doesn't slide when you don't want it to.

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JHW
JHW4 posts
  Fair Incentive Queen

This bed is so sturdy, high quality, silent, and supportive. The bed frame is very easy to set up and only took a few minutes on my own. It is very well made and a beautiful design. In particular, I really like that it is the same dimensions as the mattress, which makes it very easy to make the bed and to turn the mattress when needed. The Tasmanian Oak is lovely and I really like that it matches with my other bedroom furniture and lamps. Show details ·  1

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Jess
JessQLD4 posts
  Fair Incentive King

Super easy and fast to assemble, lived up to its promise of no creaking even 2 years laters, highly recommend. Glad I got the headboard too. Beautiful bed. Show reply

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waramat
waramatQLD2 posts
  King

I was very happy with my King bed base (Jarrah). It went together very easily in minutes once we had all the bits laid out. It is very sturdy and does not move or creak at all. After searching for a base for over a year and seeing some poor quality products selling for the same price or more I decided to go with a robust quality option.I reckon it will last all of my lifetime and more! Show details ·  1

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Michael
MichaelQLD7 posts
  Fair Incentive Verified Queen

I purchased this queen base to replace a base that was too high to get in and out of bed. The base came in 3 boxes well marked and very well packed, I managed to assemble the base in about 15 mins and found that it was straight forward and very… Read more ·  1

easy. It is now the right height for my wife and myself, and have found that I sleep a lot better because it does not make any noise when I turn over.

 Follow-up  · Sleeping is very good knowing we won't fall out of bed, the base was the same size as our mattress, and assembling was easy being as I have sets of special connectors and one fitted your screws so I could use my electric drill instead of your Allen Key which made assembly very easy.

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ghostbird
ghostbirdACT
  Verified Double

Obsessed with my bed frame – When looking to buy a bed frame, there were a few things I really wanted it to be: - Australian made - Solid timber - Classic design - Easy to assemble The bed frame I got from Quokka hits all of the criteria perfectly. I got the Jarrah frame and it is the most beautiful colour and finish, and you can see the grain detail really nicely. No… Read more ·  1

splinters or rough edges, and so, so solid. It's on the pricier side for bed frames, but honestly it is so worth it.

Communication was really good, I got regular updates about the progress of my bed frame as they are made to order, as well as timely shipping information. I like that they ship in bulk to a Melbourne distribution centre first to maximise efficiency of shipping products across the country.

Assembling the bed was super easy and straight forward, a friend helped me and it only took a few minutes. The printed instructions were really clear, and I like that there are also videos online too.

I'm so happy with this bed frame, and look forward to using it for many, many years.

Yani
Yani5 posts
  Verified King

Quality full timber bed frame at fair price, beautiful colour and grain, easy assembly – Love our Quokka bed base. Solid build, beautiful timber, no flimsy parts or workmanship, and was so simple to put together. Partner called me over and I thought he needed my help but it was actually to show me the completed bed base! The mattress sits on top of the bed frame so there’s no need to lift your mattress to change the sheets. I love… Read more ·  1

this design as it makes everything so much easier. We have a very heavy mattress and I would hate to need to lift it. Because it’s heavy, it doesn’t slide around. You would not find many full timber beds at this price out there. After browsing a lot of furniture stores and scouring second hand options, I'm glad Quokka came up on my social media and I took a chance. Quokka is continually adding to their range and it's just a shame I can't keep buying more beds! We waited about 2 months but it was worth it. Could do with a bit more comms during the wait just to have peace of mind (because I had not heard of the brand before) which I have reflected to Quokka and they have responded (very friendly service btw). The bed frame came in 3 boxes and two separate deliveries about a week apart which, if you do not read your email carefully, might cause confusion. Not familiar with reason for the logistics but it would be nice to just receive it all at once because a week earlier for some boxes still means we can't have a bed. We have only had the bed frame for a few weeks so I can't comment on long term durability but I am hopeful it will remain sturdy in years to come and would highly recommend it based on my experience so far.

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Madeleine N.
Madeleine N.NSW
  Original Bed Base

Great product. 100% worth the investment – Wow. We’re super impressed with this bed frame. It took a while to arrive but absolutely worth the wait. - Assembly was incredibly easy - it took my partner and I about 10 minutes and the short print-out instructions are more than enough. No screws/tools needed! - It looks beautiful. The materials are quality and you can just tell that it’s… Read more ·  1

made to last. Also the packaging is fantastic (and minimal) - there isn’t heaps of plastic etc.

- No creaking!!!! The bed frame is honestly so solid and sturdy. It’s actually a massive relief after our old bed frame - which would creak really loudly at the slightest movement and disrupt sleep.

Finally - having owned the Koala bed base in the past - I can say that this is a superior product, namely because a) the mattress doesn’t slide around like on the Koala base, b) it looks better - the Koala bed base has so much extra frame jutting out from all sides that it takes up far too much floor space, c) the Quokka bed is a better design - no criss crossing frames that restrict airflow underneath like on the Koala bed base.

This is one of the best products we’ve ever invested in. Absolutely recommend :)

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Pauline
PaulineNSW3 posts
  King

This was the easiest bed to put together! It doesn’t squeak or creak. Was updated so I knew what the status was every step of the way. Very impressive and would highly recommend Show details ·  1

Faith
Faith3 posts
  Queen

We purchased the original bed base in Tasmanian oak after researching online, it was super easy to assemble, it’s so sturdy with no more creaking! and it looks great. The service was excellent and we were kept informed as to the production and delivery of our bed. Would not hesitate to purchase from Quokka beds in the future. Show details ·  1

DesignerNewcastle
DesignerNewcastleNSW4 posts
  Fair Incentive Queen

Interior design is all about problem-solving and adding a dash of style, and as an interior designer I insist on quality and functionality above all. I love good furniture but spend more on our bed and bedding than any other item in the house. We needed a base to use in conjunction with an existing bed frame and to use under a new mattress - and… Read more ·  1

the Quokka product was the only one left standing after an exhaustive search! Lovely solid timbers, well-finished pieces (no splinters!), easy and sturdy construction - and the service was very good too. Loved that these are Australian products made from Australian timbers. Certainly would deal with the company again.

Fran C
Fran C
  Fair Incentive King

We love our new quokka bedframe. The company was a joy to work with and the product is high quality, sturdy and well made. It’s even more special knowing it’s made locally in WA. Super easy to put together too. Would highly recommend. Show details ·  1

Ella M.
Ella M.
  Queen

Love this bed! Really easy to put together, it's silent and it's beautiful timber. My bed head struts were broken during a house move (from some aggressive handling, not due to build quality) and Quokka even replaced them at zero cost! I'm so happy I went with a locally made product. Show reply

Luilululu
Luilululu
  King

Very good quality product. I love that it is made in Australia from Australian materials. This was very important to us. Manufacture time took a little longer than I had hoped but it was worth it. Highly recommend this company. Support Australian! Show details ·  1

Kiz
Kiz3 posts
  Queen

Loving the minimalist style of this bed frame; looks great & as promised, easy to set up & doesn't creak! Was tossing up about ordering online from interstate, however I wanted to support Australian made & the reward was fantastic customer support. Quokka was incredibly responsive to emails, their care in packaging of product was outstanding &… Read more ·  1

the QR code for the assembly video is genius. Super satisfying to deal with an Australian company making a quality product. So happy with the overall experience & of course the quality of an Australian designed & manufactured product. No hesitation to highly recommend a Quokka bed!

Tina
Tina3 posts
  Queen

Thanks Quokka team for the great bed that does not creak. We ordered the additional side tables that attach to the bed. They are great for a smaller space and are very solid. It’s a beautiful bed and I love being able to support Australian made and Australian timbers that are sustainable. It also provides a little space under the bed where we could put some hideaway storage bags. Show details ·  1

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Holly B
Holly BQLD7 posts
  Single

Definitely worth the wait, I almost bought from a quick supply seller. I am so glad I didn’t, and trusted the reviews for Quokka Beds, strong construction and so easy to assemble. Love the minimalist look too, I know this bed will last. Show details ·  1

Annette S
Annette S
  King

Our king bed was very easy to put together and the simple design looks great in our small room.Very good quality wood and doesn't creak . Good communication and delivery of bed very good. The bed was packed very well, so it doesn't get damaged or scratched. We live in Qld and highly recommend this bed. Show reply

Sally K.
Sally K.
  Verified King

Every part of my experience with Quokka Beds was 10/10. I was looking for a minimalistic style bedframe and I love it. It was very easy to put together, communication from the company was great, very good instructions. Can't speak highly enough of them. Show details ·  1

Mandy
Mandy4 posts
  Double

Great customer support. Any questions were promptly answered. I needed delayed delivery in anticipation of a holiday and that was easily arranged. Delivery was also well managed. I received email updates as the date was approaching, and on the actual day there was a link sent to my mobile which I could use to track my position in the delivery… Read more ·  1

queue and the drivers exact location.

The bed itself is lightweight but sturdy and the no tool design made it super easy to put together. Literally took me 5 minutes all by myself, zero struggles.

Bed doesn't squeak at all. There's also enough clearance to put storage boxes underneath.

This review isn't sponsored, I legit had a great experience and love the bed itself.

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JHW
JHW4 posts
  Queen

Fantastic bed frame! – The bed frame is fantastic, so solid and supportive, and no creaks whatsoever. It was very easy to set up and the Tasmanian Oak is lovely. The bed frame also matches well with our recently purchased bedside tables. This bed will last a lifetime and is such high quality. Show details ·  1

Miss M
Miss M
  Double

Original bed - double size - two colours!! – Easily assembled, great colour likeness to pictures, beautifully crafted. Adjustable headboard allows for the deeper mattress fit. Show reply

Steven
StevenNSW3 posts
  Queen

Aussie Made Bed that Doesn't Creak – The bed is very good quality and was easy to assemble. It looks great with clean simple lines. Absolutely no creaks. And it's Australian made. Show details ·  1

Lloyd CR
Lloyd CRQLD
  Double

Beautiful Australian timber bed base – The quokka bed base is an absolutely amazing quality product. It is easy to assemble and can be done by 1 person if need be. However i would recommend 2 people just to make it a bit easier. The wood is stunning (I ordered the Tasmanian oak and it looks lovely and smells even better. I have only had the base for about 1 month and I haven't heard a… Read more ·  1

single creak and I get the feeling that i won't hear any for a very long time if it all given how durable it seems. If you are in the market for a simple, sleek, high quality bed base that will last a lifetime go with quokka. Don't waste your money with all the other big brands ( koala, ecosa, sleeping duck etc). their advertising looks good but if you actually look at the product details it is all fake laminated wood as opposed to real Australian timber from quokka

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