The bedroom is a private space that is used for a lot more than sleeping; in former times, the boudoir was largely for repose, yet today, we like to use this special space for rest and relaxation. Think like that when you are planning to decorate your bedroom and you are on the right track.
Here are a few bedroom design tips.
- Work with what you have – Those custom wardrobes with sliding doors are perfect for the new layout, especially in a bedroom with limited space. Take stock of the furniture and decide what will stay and what will go, you can sell stuff you don’t want or if it has seen better days, donate to a shelter.
- Choose a statement piece – In most people’s eyes, it is the bed that is the focal point and the bigger, the better; if a new bed is on the cards, go for a king size and you won’t regret it! The online supplier has you covered, with the top brands at knockdown prices, while most would offer free delivery on a bed. Invest in a new quilt and cover, with a set of bed linen and you can enjoy that fresh feel when you slip between the sheets.
- Don’t forget the 60:30:10 rule – This is a colour guide for the bedroom – 60% should be a dominant colour, with 30% a secondary color and the final 10% something that clashes with both. This is a failsafe way to choose the palette, interior designers swear by this.
- Think texture – If you really want to add depth to the room, think textures; textured wall covering includes Artex and you could invest in reed wallpaper for a real textured look and feel. A textured bedcover would be ideal, trawl the web looking for unique items and you are likely to be rewarded, stuff is cheaper when you shop online.
- Add a few soft rugs to a hard floor – Solid hardwood flooring is nice but the hardness doesn’t have a place in the bedroom; a couple of sheepskin rugs, with deep pile placed in the right locations and you won’t have to feel that hard floor when walking.
We hope that reading this article gives you the motivation to start planning your new bedroom look.
