Choosing the Right for Your Beds

The bedroom often serves as a room where decorators let their imaginations run wild, transforming the space into a retreat. In most bedrooms, the bed operates as the focal point of the room, determining the bedroom's theme and palette. Bedroom furniture often has a finish that is perfect for accenting with interesting colors. One of the best aspects of decorating a beds is that it is simple to switch the headboard, frame, textiles or pillows to shift the entire look. ake apart your bed so that you can address decorating its individual components. The bed frame, if you have one, can take on a whole new look with a coat of paint or a new finish. Try antique whitewash for simplicity or bright periwinkle for a casual aesthetic.

You can also cover a bed frame with strips of wallpaper, swatches of fabric, a faux finish or decoupage. Cover the box springs. Nothing kills the look of stylish bedding more than a corner of ugly box springs showing. A bedskirt is the most common way to cover the box springs, but using a fitted bed can give a sleek, modern look to the beds. Use a headboard. If you already have a headboard, you can re stain it, paint it or add a painted trim. You can use stencils to create a detailed trim of paisley, fleur de lis or flowering vines. For a funky look, use twine to tie fake flowers around the bedposts. If you do not have a headboard, you can set up a decorative screen behind your bed or hang a large piece of art.