At The Sleep Shop in Athlone, we help Irish households choose the right bed foundation every single day — and one thing has remained consistent across thousands of fittings:
A high-quality Irish-made divan base delivers better support, better durability, and better value than almost any other base type.

Divan bases are strong, space-efficient, and designed to support your mattress correctly from edge to edge. For Irish homes with smaller bedrooms, growing teenagers, guest rooms, or rental properties, a divan base is often the most practical and reliable solution.

Explore the full Irish-made collection here:
👉 Divan Bases: https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/divan-bases

This guide explains exactly what a divan base is, the benefits, the storage options, and why they remain Ireland’s favourite choice — based on real experience helping customers across the country.

What Is a Divan Base?

A divan base is a strong, timber-framed foundation built to support your mattress evenly across its entire surface. Unlike slatted bed frames, divan bases do not flex, bend, or create weak points — which means your mattress performs better and lasts longer.

All divan bases at The Sleep Shop are:

• Irish-made

• Built with premium timber

• Finished with a strong MDF-top (not cardboard)

• Upholstered in durable, high-quality fabrics

• Available in multiple colours and storage layouts

View the full range:
👉 https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/divan-bases

⭐ Why Irish Homes Still Prefer Divan Bases (Based on Real Customer Experience)

After years of fitting beds for families, landlords, and homeowners across Ireland, these are the reasons divan bases remain so popular:

1. Maximum Support & Longer Mattress Life

A divan base gives mattress support that slatted frames simply can’t match.

Benefits include:

• No sagging points

• Better spinal alignment

• Even weight distribution

• Keeps pocket springs performing properly

• Extends mattress lifespan significantly

This is especially important for heavier or foam-encased mattresses.

Perfect mattresses to pair with your divan base include:

• TopCare Mattress → https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/mattress-in-a-box/products/topcare-mattress

• Leaba Support Mattress → https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/mattress-in-a-box/products/leaba-support-mattress

• Kensington Mattress → https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/mattress-in-a-box/products/kensington-mattress

And for guests, teens, or rentals, customers often add:

• Sheep Wool Pillows (BOGO Half Price) → https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/pillows/products/sheeps-wool-x2?variant=32671256346705

2. Irish-Made Quality — Built to Last

Every divan base we sell is manufactured in Ireland using strong timber, reinforced corners, and a durable MDF top panel.

This is a major upgrade compared to many imported flat-pack beds, which often use cheaper materials, weak slats, or cardboard tops.

By shopping Irish-made, customers benefit from:

• Stronger construction

• Longer-lasting support

• Higher fabric quality

• Better performance under heavier mattresses

• Bases built to Irish standards, not mass-produced overseas

Shop Irish-made bases here:
👉 https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/divan-bases

3. Perfect for Smaller Irish Bedrooms

Because divan bases sit perfectly flush with the mattress, they take up no extra floor space.

This makes them ideal for:

• Box rooms

• Teen rooms

• Attic rooms

• Spare rooms

• Guest rooms

• Apartments

• Rental properties

They create a clean, modern look while maximising floor space.

Divan Base Storage Options

Divan bases offer some of the best storage solutions available in any bed design. Here's what you can choose from:

1. Standard Divan Base (No Drawers)

Strongest build. Perfect for master bedrooms, spare rooms, and heavier mattresses.
👉 https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/divan-bases

2. Two-Drawer Divan Base

Great for smaller rooms or when one side of the bed is close to a wall.

3. Four-Drawer Divan Base

Maximum storage capacity — ideal for busy households and families.

4. Ottoman Storage Base

Opens from the side or foot of the bed.
Offers the largest amount of storage of any bed type.

Perfect for storing:

• Spare bedding

• Winter duvets

• Clothes

• Shoes

• Suitcases

• Children’s items

(Links will be added once your ottoman category is live.)

Divan Base + Irish-Made Headboard = The Perfect Bedroom Setup

Every headboard we sell is also Irish-made with matching fabrics and colours.
Buying the divan base and headboard together gives your bedroom a coordinated, hotel-style finish.

Customers are always surprised by how much a new headboard transforms the room.

Visit us in-store to view fabrics and styles:
📍 The Sleep Shop, Ankers Bower, Dublin Road, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 E762

Why Buy Your Divan Base from The Sleep Shop?

✔ All divans Irish-made

✔ MDF-top for strength (no cardboard)

✔ Better long-term support

✔ Huge range of fabrics & colours

✔ Storage options for every room type

✔ Perfect for rentals, spare rooms & teen rooms

✔ Fast nationwide delivery

✔ Expert advice based on real experience

✔ Supporting Irish manufacturing & families

Browse all divan bases:
👉 https://thesleepshop.ie/collections/divan-bases