Create A Warm, Romantic Retreat With These Bedroom Decorating Ideas

Although this page is focused on bedroom decorating ideas for romantics, many of the concepts can be used to create the mood you want for any bedroom style.

Your bedroom is probably the most important room in your home.

After all, it's the last thing you see before you fall asleep and the first thing you see when you wake up. And when you're not sleeping, it can be a hide-away to read, listen to music, or be with someone special...

...which brings me to an important question for you.

As you now search for bedroom ideas, have you already determined how you will use your bedroom and the furniture and furnishings required to make it an inviting oasis?...

Do your bedroom decorating ideas address storage space, seating, furniture size, etc.?

Don't worry, you'll find ideas for dealing with all of these issues on Home-Decorating-Made-Easy.com :-)

Of course when I think of bedroom decorating ideas, relaxation and romance are the first thoughts that come to mind. For me, a romantic bedroom has a way of pleasing all the senses and washing away life's stresses.

In the picture below, my bedroom is painted an earth-toned color and has a diamond pattern stenciled on one wall to give it texture. The sheer panels over the bed and 6 ft. x 9 ft. window add an airy and elegant look.

Try some of the decorating ideas in the photograph as well as some of the ideas below to create the romantic sanctuary you've always dreamed about:

1. Paint the room in a warm neutral color. Consider adding texture and depth to the walls with faux painting, stenciling, or rubber stamping.

   I think rubber stamping is the easiest and fastest of these decorative painting techniques. There are thousands of stamp designs and the results can be very impressive. If you'd like to learn more, I recommend that you check out the book Creative Stamping for Walls & Furniture.

   Faux finishes are also quite popular, and with good reason. They add depth and texture to your walls. Faux Like A Pro can provide you with the tools and instructions you need to easily do-it-yourself.

   If you'd like to learn more about the major components of decorating such as painting, lighting, etc., go to the Home-Decorating-Made-Easy.com home page.
   
   

2. Cover your bed with quality cotton sheets in solid colors, prints, or patterns that reflect your mood. Top your bed with a comforter, duvet, or feather bed to add drama to your decorative style. Click here to read my bedroom decorating ideas for Accessorizing Your Bed.
   
   And if you'd like information on selecting the perfect bed comforters, click here. There are two sites I recommend for your linens. Linen Source offers a full line of quality bedding accessories and Linen Place specializes in luxury linens at deeply discounted prices.

3. Nothing kills romance faster than clutter...

   So find appropriate storage spaces for papers, spare change, and other excess. If you have a small bedroom, eliminating clutter will make your bedroom look larger. If you could use some tools for getting clutter under control, check out Get Organized Now.

4. Select the right bed and other furniture. Don't make the mistake of getting a bed that is too big for the room. And rather than buying the standard chest of drawers, why not try a large armoire.

   Don't think you have to buy an entire matching bedroom set. You'll want plenty of space to move around. Click here to learn more about Selecting The Right Bedroom Furniture.
   
   If you're in the market for bedroom furniture, I recommend that you first browse Furniture Find. They offer thousands of brand name furniture pieces at discounted prices. Also, you'll find lots of online images that give great decorating ideas.

   A major benefit of Furniture Find is that they carry many more items than any brick and mortar shop. And through their free Personal Shopper service they will search high and low for any item that you can't find on their web site.

   So even if you spot something you like at your local furniture store, put Furniture Find to work to see if the price can be beaten. You have nothing to lose!

5. No bed can be deemed romantic without lots of pillows. You'll want to use a mix of pillow sizes and shapes.

   Start by propping two or more of the large, square-shaped, European-sized pillows against the headboard. They will look nicely behind rectangular pillows. Add texture and dimension by using various shaped small pillows covered in different weaves, finishes, laces, and tapestry.
   

6. The lighting in your cozy bedroom should generally be low wattage. Consider using a three-way bulb in your side table lamps if you occasionally read in bed. And for special evenings, your bedroom decorating ideas should include romantic candlelight.

7. Lay an area rug on your bedroom floor. The rug will add extra richness to your room. I placed an area rug at an angle, with a part of it slid underneath the foot of my bed. The effect is quite dramatic. (Note: It doesn't matter if your floors are hard or carpeted. This bedroom decorating idea is equally effective.)

   If you're interested in an area rug for your bedroom, I recommend that you check out ifloor. They have an impressive variety of rug colors, patterns, and styles.

8. Add your own personal touches with these bedroom decorating ideas: Hang your favorite prints or photos in unusual frames; place a vase containing fresh flowers on your bedside tables; or display sculptures and figurines that reflect your personality and feelings.

   Evaluate your current bedroom decor first, then visit these highly recommended sites.

   If your decorating style is either Contemporary or Eclectic, or if you enjoy primitive or earthy artifacts, Novica is for you. I love this site. It has original hand made pieces from all over the world.

   On the other hand, if you're seeking more conservative and elegant pieces, Bellacor offers a wide range of attractive accessories and bedroom decorating ideas for every style. This site is great because you select the category and indicate your decorating style. It returns numerous items that match your request.
   
   And if your walls need a wake up call, visit All Posters for quality prints and posters. They'll even frame them for you.

9. Sounds and scents round out the ultimate mood enhancers.

   For romantic or relaxing music, keep a small sound system and your favorite CD's on hand.

   And for scents, add 3 to 6 drops of your favorite aromatherapy oil to the softener section of your washing machine (use with hot water only). Alternatively, put 3 drops of oil on a piece of natural material (such as a small cotton handkerchief) and pop it into the tumble dryer along with the bed linen.

10. Remember that layers of soothing colors and interesting textures are what give a room life and character. So don't be afraid to experiment.

If you still aren't sure how or where to get started making over your bedroom, you should consider Awaken Your Interior Designer. This book walk you through the decorating process step-by-step. Not only do you get lots of bedroom decorating ideas, but you'll get the little known insights that will allow you to implement them with confidence.

If you're searching for ways to hold down the decorating expenses for your bedroom, click on this link... Bedroom Ideas: Decorating On A Budget

I hope these bedroom decorating ideas have been helpful.

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And if you'd like to explore some excellent books on this topic, please check out the resource links listed below.

Recommended Reading for Bedroom Decorating Ideas - Books

(1) For great bedroom decorating ideas, check out...The Bedroom


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