Decorating your Bedroom

There is no doubt that the bedroom is a sanctuary to many of us. We spend roughly a third of our lives in the bedroom. We sleep there, enjoy quality family time, and relax after a hard day's work. Therefore it is necessary to ensure that our bedrooms are comfortable at all times.

Decorating the bedroom may not as easy as it may sound. It entails more than just deciding on a bed and dressers. It requires attention to every small detail such as:

- The dimensions of your bedroom,

- Your budget,

- The size of the mattresses,

- The width of the headboard,

- And the overall style that you want to achieve.

It is also important to consider other pieces you may want to include in your bedroom such as Armoires, Nightstands, Mirrors, etc. If you are going to accentuate your bedroom with pieces such as these, it may be a good idea to purchase them as a set since each piece will compliment each other and provide a sense of consistency in your bedroom furnishings. You also may be able to save money by buying a set all at once instead of a piece at a time.

As noted above, major considerations to take into account when decorating your bedroom are the dimensions of the room, and the size of mattress. If you are decorating for a child's or teen's bedroom, consider a smaller mattress such as a Twin (otherwise known as a Single) which generally are 39 inches wide by 75 inches long. You may also want to consider a Double (or Full) mattress if you desire extra space. Double-sized mattresses are 54 inches wide by 75 inches long.

However, if you are looking to decorate the bedroom for an adult, you may want the extra sleeping space and decide to go with a Queen or King-sized mattress. Queens are 60 inches wide by 80 inches long. Kings are generally 72 inches by 84 inches.

When decorating the bedroom, consider the different types of beds as well:

Sleigh Beds:

- Sleigh beds are characterized by elegant, curving lines and a distinctive, romantic feel. Because the style is so eye-catching, there are some things to consider. For example, the height of a wood sleigh headboard determines how prominent the bed will be in the context of the room

Four-Poster Beds:

- Four-Poster beds are characterized by four posts at each corner; they can be of equal or varying height and can be tall or short (short being defined as the post being 3 feet high or shorter). A pencil bed is a type of four-poster, named for its tall, thin, tapered posts.

Canopy Beds:

- A Canopy bed is essentially the same as a Four-poster bed, but with a draped covering. It is a popular choice due to its elegant and warm feeling, accentuated by linens and drapes overbearing the top of the bed.

Platform Beds:

- Platform beds are very simple in form, utilizing simple lines and are usually simple, rectangular bed frames, close to the ground. They commonly use a modern or contemporary design. Since the bed is generally not as high as a standard bed, using a platform bed as the focal point will make the room appear larger and more spacious.

Panel Beds:

- Panel beds have headboards and footboards that are usually all of one piece, without spindles or slats, and are straight up and down, so that they can stand flat against the wall.

Another important aspect to consider is the material(s) of a bed. In determining the feel of your bedroom, the materials that make up your bed go a long way. For a warm and romantic feel, consider decorating your bedroom with wooden furniture with accents and intricate designs. For a simple and contemporary feel, perhaps bedroom furniture made of metals and alloys would be a good solution.

Decorating the bedroom is never an easy task. I hope this article has provided you with valuable insights which will help make decorating your bedroom a simple and fun experience.