How to Decorate a Bedroom With a Four-Poster Bed
Four-poster beds date back to the 16th century. The original function of the tester surrounding the top of the bed was to hold the curtains that were used to keep out drafts. Four-poster beds, are generally featured in Bohemian decor, a rather traditional concept of romance and luxury that looks very good in a room. A four-poster bed can create an oasis of sumptuousness and comfort. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Paint
- Four-poster bed
- Wood furniture
- Fabric by the yard
- Bed linens
- Bedspread or comforter
- Lamps
- Candles
- Plants
Instructions
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For the walls choose gloss or semi-gloss and go with Bohemian colors that include dark reds, browns, gold and purples. The Bohemian style manifests itself in rich colors so pastels and bright vibrant colors are out. A rich colored paint with some sheen to it creates a warmer tone on the wall.
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To complement the four-poster bed you need large ornate wood furniture to match; armoires and linen chests will blend well with your four-poster bed and should be stained dark mahogany to match. You can add a hope chest at the foot of the bed that can be used for decoration as well as storage.
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Since your bed is the first thing that you see when you enter your bedroom you should use it to create a sense of drama and intrigue; make a bold statement with the bed as the centerpiece of the room. You can turn it into a cozy haven by adding a canopy or even by draping some fabric panels over curtain tiebacks featured above the bed to frame the headboard and soften the walls. You will still get the canopy feel without the canopy, but the look will be both elegant and simple.
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Choose breezy linens that are light in hue and made of satins and laces, in contrast to the dark walls and heavy furniture. Curtains, bedspreads and pillow covers should all be simple in design yet convey elegance. Make use of sheer fabrics for the windows and even to drape over your four-poster bed. Light colors that include pinks, whites and creams, with a hint of gold or silver accents, will add to the romantic mood of the room.
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Move on to the lighting and accessories. Low wattage bulbs and lots of candles will enhance the romantic atmosphere of your bedroom. Draping colored fabrics over the lamps or getting new lampshades that match the decor will add to the overall effect. Put the finishing touches on your room with mirrors framed in either gold or silver. Use silver candlesticks and display small trinket boxes and antique books around the room. Fill the empty spaces with houseplants and you have created your very own romantic, Bohemian paradise.
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