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6 Essentials of a Comfortable Bedroom

How comfortable is your bedroom?

Many people decorate their bedrooms to look a certain way with no regard for comfort. For example, when shopping for bedroom furniture, we often look for the most attractive piece of furniture we see. Often, we decorate our homes to appear magazine ready and they lack the comfort of "home".

How do we create an attractive yet comfortable bedroom? Are there any furniture and accent pieces available that actually can be both pleasing to the eye and comfortable? Let's examine these 6 essentials of a comfortable bedroom and determine if we can have both.

1. Bed

The most important feature of a bedroom is the bed...hence the name. In an effort to prevent future aches and pains, it is important to select a bed that is attractive AND comfortable.

First consider the amount of room that you need. You will next consider the space available in your room. If you like a lot of space, you would first determine if your space will allow a king sized bed or a queen.

If you plan to lay in your bedroom and read, you want to pay attention to the headboard. It is important to select a bed that has a study headboard to support you.

You would then determine what type of mattress. If you would like the bed to hug you, you may want to opt for a water bed or foam mattress. Perhaps you would like a soft cozy bed, if so you might consider a firm mattress.

2. Closet Space

A closet is very important in a bedroom because it is the main storage unit. Depending on the size of your room, you closet could hold clothes, shoes, furniture and more. A spacious organized closet is pleasing to any bedroom because it will free your room of clutter.

3. Bedside Table or Nightstand

There are several uses for a table in your bedroom. You may need a vanity table, a table to hold you glasses or even a glass of water in the middle of the night. Consider the function that your table will serve and you can then select the perfect table for your space.

4. Accent Rug

A rug serves one of two purposes in a room if not both. A big fluffy rug can feel amazing on tired feet at the end of a day. A rug can also bring out the style and flair of the décor in your room. Consider the colors and space in your room carefully before you select your accent rug.

5. Dressing Space and Mirror

Your bedroom will be used mainly for rest and dressing. It is not comfortable to dress and prepare for your day if there is not adequate space. When selecting furniture for your bedroom, be sure to consider the space and placement to allow for dressing. You would also want to include a mirror, preferable full length, to aide in dressing.

6. Trash Can

There is nothing more irritating than having to leave the room to throw something away. It is also an eye sore to have trash stuffed in little piles or plastic bags and hung on doors. A small trash can that blends with the décor of your bedroom is a must have for convenience.

The six items above are essential pieces of a comfortable attractive bedroom. There are other factors to consider such as decorating style and placement to consider before your room is complete. However, these 6 pieces will put you on the path to your ideal bedroom.

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My walls are light blue and chocolate brown....?

Okay so I have 3 light blue walls and one chocolate brown window wall. I'm planning on re-doing my room because I'm almost a 15 year old girl and my Buzz Lightyear bedding is a little to kid like for me. Any suggestions on curtains, bedding, etc.? Links would be appreciated as well. & for bedding I'm looking to stay in the $75-$100 max.

What do you think of this one?? http://www.closeoutlinen.com/p-16347-essence-faux-silk-bluebrown-7-piece-comforter-set.aspx

I like that bedding, but maybe you should do something not so bold so that the room isn't overwhelming with blue and brown. I used to love to browse these website for bedding they have some really cute stuff.

http://www.wakeupfrankie.com/

or

http://store.delias.com/browse.do;jsessionid=FD4776BE0D4A76477B5097F5C2D25395.worker2?categoryKey=roomwares&topnavTrack=roomwares&incmpid=TopNavRoom

Check JC Penney too. They usually have cute bedding.

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