Bedroom decoration: the right choice of color, bed, furniture

20.12.2018245 0

The best solution is to first buy a bed, and then select the color of the floors, walls and other furniture. But this is only possible when moving into a new building or completely renovating the room. If the surface finishes and other furniture have already been purchased and are in good condition, then what color should the forging in the bedroom be so that it looks harmonious?

How will the blanket be used?

Blankets are used at home, taken with you on trips by car, and used to keep you warm on picnics and cool evenings at your dacha. These are universal things that perform the aesthetic function of protecting bed linen from prying eyes, protecting the body from the cold, and protecting furniture from damage or contamination.

Depending on the characteristics of production, there are:

• woven models;
• knitted (by machine and by hand);
• one-piece;
• made using patchwork technology.

Some are complemented with fringe, openwork inserts, ribbons, embroidery, and other decorative elements to create an original appearance.

If you are choosing a blanket for an apartment or house, then give preference to a blanket with a natural composition. For trips, outdoors, relaxing on the banks of reservoirs or in a gazebo, it is recommended to use blankets made of artificial fibers. They dry faster when wet, are not susceptible to contamination, and are easier to clean when stains appear.

How to create a cozy atmosphere

When decorating a bedroom, you should actively use various decorative items. In this regard, you can use sconces, photographs, paintings. But you need to be careful when choosing such decorative items; they should help create harmony and a calm mood. You should not choose paintings by artists with an aggressive plot to decorate your bedroom, as they contribute to the creation of anxiety and even anxiety.

It is recommended to use bed colors to decorate the bedroom walls.

Particular attention should be paid to the choice of curtains and drapes; they should be chosen in a color scheme that matches the overall style of the room. It would be appropriate to use light textiles; the choice of silk and chiffon would also be appropriate. As for the use of mirrors, they can be of various shapes, and the size can also be different. When decorating a bedroom, you can use mirrors that, at first glance, do not match each other.

As for the decoration of the walls, pastel colors are appropriate here; this is the kind of wallpaper that will look most appropriate in such a room. It will be very beautiful if you hang travel photographs above the bed, which will remind you of pleasant moments. As for personal belongings, it is recommended to put them in nightstands near the beds, then there will never be clutter in the bedroom.

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To decorate your curtains beautifully, originally and individually, you need to decorate them with braid. Moreover, it is not at all necessary to sew them on, you can simply glue them, for this you use an iron and adhesive tape.

Choosing material

Blankets are made from natural and artificial materials. Each of these types has its own characteristics and advantages.

Models made from artificial materials

outwardly they practically do not differ from natural ones. They are soft, pleasant to the touch, and have a delicate texture. The cost of a blanket made from mixed threads is lower than that of similar ones made from natural fiber. The group includes:

• made of polyester.
  Fluffy and soft, they are made in bright colors and can be single or multi-colored. Wear-resistant, highly breathable, non-stretchable, UV resistant, stain resistant;
• made of acrylic.
  The material is often called "faux wool". Indeed, it is very similar to woolen fabric and comes with long, short or medium pile. Practical to use, does not cause allergic reactions, does not accumulate static electricity. With prolonged use it remains attractive and bright. Sometimes the pile can roll off, forming unaesthetic pellets and creases on the surface;
• made of microfiber (velsoft).
  To create it, special fibers are used, only 0.7 Denier thick. These are practically weightless blankets with a soft texture, they do not wrinkle, are resistant to moisture and dry quickly;
• from fleece.
  Fleece blankets are pleasant, light, provide excellent warmth in cold weather, dry quickly, and do not lose their rich colors. Thanks to the special weave of the threads, they provide effective air exchange and prevent the greenhouse effect from occurring. They are undemanding in care - they can be washed automatically, there is no need to iron. There are single-sided and double-sided models, with variegated colors and plain options. Pills do not appear on the texture, so the fleece surface retains its original appearance.

On a note:

Fleece blankets are often used as corporate souvenirs. Its surface is branded with company logos and complemented by memorable advertising slogans. Such a useful and pleasant gift is an excellent basis for developing a new market, winning the trust of partners and potential clients.

There are blankets made from natural materials:

Made from wool

Most often, sheep wool from Italy and Scotland is used for creation. It can also be expensive Indian cashmere, African mohair, alpaca from Peru and Mongolian sheep wool

• Most wool blankets are made from sheep or camel wool. It has a light micro-massage effect and provides warmth, but is not suitable for everyone, as it is very itchy.
• Cashmere fabrics are thin and very soft, they provide excellent warmth, but require careful care.
• Alpaca capes are significantly superior in properties to capes made from conventional sheep wool; they do not wrinkle or pill.
• Merino fits nicely to the body and does not cause irritation.

Some manufacturers combine several types of wool, for example, alpaca with sheep. This reduces the rigidity of the bedspread, reduces its cost, weight, and increases wear resistance.

Made from mohair

Airy and fluffy blanket, suitable for winter cold, as well as for the demi-season. It can be either natural in color or made in an original shade. Its long pile gives it softness, but not everyone likes it - fibers sometimes get lost, and washing such a blanket requires maximum care and experience.

Made from cotton and linen

They are characterized by increased density, tear resistance, durability, and are perfectly washable from any stains. They are produced with a smooth and textured surface, decorated with embroidery, appliqués, ribbons, and other decorative details. This “non-wool” option is more suitable for a cool summer evening at home. It is optimal for people with hypersensitive skin and children from birth. In terms of heat retention properties, it is inferior to wool, but superior in breathability and hygroscopicity. Can be used in interior decoration.

Made from fur

Elite “representatives” of their family. They are made from natural fur of chinchillas, foxes, minks, arctic foxes, rabbits and other furs. There are solid and openwork fabrics, made from pure fur and combined with linen, cotton, and wool. They provide excellent warmth in cold weather, do not create a greenhouse effect and are resistant to stains. They perform not only a direct function, but also become an elegant design item in the setting. They are quite expensive.

Silk

This is an environmentally friendly material that does not cause allergies. It is thin and can “adapt” to the environment, promoting optimal thermoregulation. Silk is pleasant to the touch, but slips a lot; it must be washed very carefully and protected from any mechanical influences.

On a note:

Pure natural linen or cotton shrinks greatly when washed. In addition, they are not wear-resistant. But if you include about 20% artificial fibers in the composition, then the finished product will not only acquire tensile strength, but will also crumple, shed less, and become airier.

Choosing a style

Stylistic orientation is determined based on the following rules:

• The classic interior is complemented with woolen, plain textiles.
• For the Scandinavian style, models with large braids and fur inserts are recommended.
• For boho or country, choose bold accessories with tassels, fringes, chunky, chunky knits or abstract prints.
• Complement the ethnic direction with checkered, fur, mohair blankets.

By and large, the style of the cape is important only when you want to achieve a perfect match of all the details in the interior, a combination of materials, if you are using a blanket as a bedspread. In other cases, just follow your preferences.

A bed that will suit any interior

Almost any of our beds can be adapted to a given interior. The main thing is to competently operate with decor, the color of curtains, walls, and style attributes. This will enhance the impression of the bed and effectively combine it with the interior.

In the classics, for example, arches, columns, pilasters (protrusions on the walls) and sandriks (cornices) will help with this. In Baroque there are side tables, richly decorated, magnificent canopies, framed mirrors, a dressing table. In modernity - asymmetry, 3D ceilings with a dim pattern of smooth shapes and lines, photo wallpaper.

In country style, the simplicity of the bed is emphasized by checkered pillows with embroidered hearts, quilts and patchwork textiles. Particular attention is paid to simple vases, baskets of flowers, frames with reproductions of fruits, animals, and rural scenes.

If it's difficult to determine which style a bed suits, pay attention to the most important details. Models such as the one in the photo below are universal. The Mira bed can be safely attributed to the Mediterranean style due to the mixture of white and blue colors, to Provence due to the carved headboard and to Scandinavian or grunge due to its laconicism and smooth lines:

Straight lines and angles create a stylish bed look in any modern style.

Choosing a size

To choose the right size, proceed from the following parameters:

• Blankets 75x100 cm and 80x110 cm are suitable for newborns. The larger the fabric, the easier the child will get entangled in it.
• For children of primary preschool age, medium-sized models of 170x200 cm are needed. They are convenient for self-refueling.

To select an accessory for standard furniture in the bedroom and living room, proceed from the following indicators:

Typically, covers hang from two or three sides of the bed. Decide how far the sides of the blanket should reach the floor. Measure the dimensions of the sides and the height of the bed base.

If the bed has two sides, then focus on the length of the sleeping bed so that the cover is enough to cover the entire surface and you don’t have to tuck it.

If you plan to simply cover yourself during sleep and rest, then purchase a 140x200 cm blanket, which is also suitable for draping over your shoulders.

For a small sofa it is worth buying a blanket 200x220 cm, for corner modifications - 240x260 cm.

Beige color in the interior

The combination of beige in the bedroom has become a real classic. Monochrome beige interiors are very suitable for bedrooms. Beige color promotes relaxation and rest.

If the color seems too boring to you, you can combine it with other colors. Together with black, white, brown, emerald, blue and red, beige color looks very harmonious.

How to choose a color, pattern or design?

The surface can be decorated with knitted patterns and decorative stitching, abstract zigzags and squares, geometric circles and squares, romantic flowers and even hearts. You can often find a blanket with imitation animal skins - leopard, tiger or leopard, stylized to look like natural wood or stone.

In general, the color of the blanket should be in harmony with the design of the room, especially if it is part of the decor and is not used periodically and then just lies in the closet.

• Abstractions and large motifs are suitable for rooms with plain walls and a laconic design.
• Ethnic and floral motifs are harmoniously combined with smooth lines.
• Classic checkered blankets look impressive in any design.
• Tones of beige and brown make the atmosphere warmer and more comfortable, while blue and green shades seem to imbue the room with coolness and freshness.

On a note:

Children are not recommended to purchase capes with dominant blue, purple, red, orange and black colors to avoid aggressive effects on the psyche. Limit graphic prints too. For a child from birth to 2 months, you can buy a blanket in black and white, since he can only distinguish between them.

Bed for classic interiors

Classicism

Modern classicism has preserved the original ideas of ancient architecture - symmetry and strict proportions, monumentality, spaciousness in the rooms and high ceilings. Therefore, a classic bed should have a regular rectangular or square shape, be massive and at the same time elegantly restrained.

The headboard and footboard are wooden or upholstered in expensive textiles with buttons, as in the Ancona model:

Beds for a classic interior have smooth curves, a plain or discreet pattern with a floral or geometric motif

Baroque, Empire, Rococo

The most refined and luxurious classical “representatives” are Baroque, Empire and Rococo. A Baroque style bedroom is distinguished by volume and roundness of shapes, sophistication and intricate decor. Curved lines, carved curls, and patterned forging are trendy. Therefore, you need a bed without straight lines and laconic shapes, with a large headboard, as in the Venezia model:

A lush, contrasting headboard with rhinestones instead of buttons suits the Baroque style.

Any classic is for those who love elegance and respectability, centuries-old traditions, and not fashion trends. A constant companion of success and prosperity.

A little more modest and lighter, furniture for interiors in the Rococo style - the historical successor of the Baroque. The outlines of a bed in the Rococo style are more playful, graceful, without straight lines and symmetry. The corners are smooth, like in the Milano bed:

Rococo is dominated by delicate pastel shades combined with white and gold. Ideal decor - a large number of silk pillows

The Russian Empire style, in contrast to the French style, is simpler and softer, the curvaceous forms are more restrained. The materials are natural and necessarily expensive (silk, velor, leather), in dark, almost black shades, with richly gilded elements and antique patterns. Symmetry and “modest luxury” are very important, similar to the Empire design in the Bari bed:

The Empire style bed attracts attention with its large soft headboard, upholstered in expensive material. Numerous small pillows are a must.

Modern

The most unusual of the classic bed styles is modern (in the USA - Tiffany). It has many faces and goes against the clear classic lines. A bedroom in this style is distinguished by matte fabric or leather upholstery, a variety of motifs and plant elements, with notes of minimalism:

Pay attention to the smooth shape of the modern bed, which allows you to create a subtle transition from the head to the wall. It will harmoniously combine your mood, color palette and decor.

How to choose a blanket for a child?

There are blankets for newborns, children over one year old and preschoolers, as well as teenagers. They are used in strollers, bassinets, car seats and beds, and serve as floor bedding. It is believed that for babies from the first days of life it is worth choosing options made from natural fibers. But do not forget that wool often causes allergic reactions. Mixed blankets do not collect dust, resist the appearance of linen mites, they do not shrink, are easy to wash and dry quickly.

It’s good to have two blankets at once - for summer and winter. But if you buy a cape with bamboo or micromodal, the child will feel comfortable at any temperature.

Down with contrasts

If you want to create a perfectly soft and airy bedroom interior, you should forget about contrasting combinations. For wall decoration, it is best to use the lightest colors possible. The color of the headboard should also be chosen as light as possible, but this does not mean that it should perfectly match the color of the walls. For example, if your bedroom has pale green walls, then you can purchase a bed with a light cream headboard.

Popular manufacturers

Blankets are manufactured by various foreign and domestic companies:

• Arya
  is a Turkish brand that skillfully combines oriental style and European quality. Accessories are painted with non-toxic pigments and woven from environmentally friendly materials. The assortment includes models made of calico, faux fur, polyester, microfiber, made in plain and variegated colors, woven and knitted. The brand's children's blankets are double-sided - with a natural inner and artificial outer layer. Products cost over 1,700 rubles.
• Tango
  is high quality products from China. Available in a wide range - for adults and children. The products do not contain allergenic components, are easy to clean, and last a long time. The cost varies from 700 to 1200 rubles.
• Paters
  - the line includes classic and modern blankets, made from the finest lamb wool, alpaca, merino, cotton and blended components. There are series for kids and adults. They are lightweight, hypoallergenic, breathable, and require delicate hand washing. The price of elite Paters blankets from Turkey starts from 2,200 rubles.
• Biederlack
  is a manufacturer from Germany. The collection is represented by blankets made of sheep wool, cashmere, cotton, acrylic, microfizer of various sizes and designs. They do not lose their attractiveness even after repeated washings. They keep you warm. They belong to the average price category from 1500 rubles.
• Kazanova.
  The brand is synonymous with quality. Warm, lightweight products are created from modern mixed fibers, supplemented with a “supersoft” component, which brings the warming properties closer to wool and increases strength. You can buy a Casanova blanket at a price starting from 2800.
• Pantex
  is a Russian brand. Supplies cotton blankets with the addition of environmentally friendly synthetic fiber. The choice is represented by a classic series for home, travel, picnics, and children's models. There is an elite line with high-density blankets and a special textured pattern. A small blanket 150x200 costs from 2400, and a large blanket 200x220 cm costs from 2900 rubles.
• Le Vele
  - blankets of different colors, textures and styles. They have a pleasant surface, original design, and cost from 700 rubles.
• “Fleece”
  is more than 20 collections of a wide variety of blankets made from wool blends and camel wool, alpaca, down, and mixed fibers. A special place is occupied by a model that transforms from a cape into a pillow.

Among the manufacturers of blankets for newborns and children, the most popular are: Swedish Klippan, which produces models from the wool of Merino sheep and lambs; American Swaddle Designs with fleece blankets; Russian Gloria Small, which supplies ultra-soft cotton accessories; Portuguese Luxberry with hygienic knitted blankets based on wool and polyamide.

What else should you pay attention to when choosing?

The main advice when buying is to give preference to high-quality items without foreign odors, with even stitches without protruding threads.

Be sure to run your palm over the surface - your hand should remain clean - free of paint and lint.

The design of a quality product without defects, missing colors or loops, is completely symmetrical, and the texture is uniform over the entire surface.

• For summer days, you need cotton ones, as well as models made of artificial wool; buy wool blankets for the winter-autumn season.
• For daily use, for example, when watching TV, acrylic capes are preferred - they are easy to wash and dry in a couple of hours.
• The thicker the blanket, the heavier it is, so for travel, choose thin fabrics with a compact fold.

How to care for a blanket?

To maintain attractiveness and long service life, it is recommended to consider the following rules:

• Wash at moderate temperature. For pure wool - this is no more than 30 °, for mixed materials - 40-50, for cotton, linen - no more than 60 °.
• Dry things only horizontally, because the clothesline leaves unsightly creases.
• For washing, use liquid detergents or pre-dissolve the powder in water and add it separately to the machine.
• To preserve the appearance of the fringe, tie it together in 10-12 pieces before washing.
• Acrylic and woolen blankets, as well as knitted fabrics, are not recommended to be cleaned or wrung out in a washing machine.

On a note:

Consider not only the general recommendations for textile care, but also check the manufacturer’s instructions on the label. This will extend the life of your favorite things and preserve their properties.

Just as the aroma of freshly brewed coffee “hugs”, fills you with energy and lightness with every sip, giving you an amazing feeling of warmth and peace, so an ordinary blanket not only warms you up, but also makes you feel great in any weather. So, approach your purchase rationally and enjoy the comfort with great pleasure.