How to Decorate With Bed Frames
A bedroom should be a sanctuary--a place to kick back at the end of a long day and find relaxation from a hectic world. While overall bedroom decor should be warm and inviting, the bed should be the focal point: a spot you want to sink into and the piece of furniture that enhances the room's style and decor. Does this Spark an idea?
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Use a bookshelf (the same width as the mattress) as a bed frame headboard. Paint it a color that coordinates with the room's decor (or leave it as is) and use screws to attach it to a metal bed frame. A bookshelf makes a functional bed frame for a child's room: Store books and baskets (to hold clutter) on the shelves.
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For a unique look, consider a wrought iron bed frame. Select white or cream in a shabby finish for a cottage or beach home, ornate, "curly" style for a romantic or Tuscan look, and nickel or black for contemporary decor.
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Turn an old bed frame into new again. Lightly sand the bed frame and give it two coats of satin finish paint, letting each coat dry thoroughly. For a distressed finish, gently sand the edges of the bed frame.
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For an inexpensive bed frame, use a metal bed frame that holds solely the box spring and mattress (no headboard and footboard) then create a virtual bed frame. Place three large king size pillows along the wall and three to five twin and decorative pillows (square and bolster style) in front to create a headboard appearance. Place a trunk, ottoman or leather storage cubes at the base of the bed to create a footboard.
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For a romantic feel, consider a canopy bed frame that allows you to drape a sheer white curtain around the bed.
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