Living Well

Choosing The Perfect Headboard

When decorating a bedroom, choosing the type of bed can be one of the hardest things to do.  It is usually the focal point of the room, so it is essential to get it right.

 

Today, I am sharing a few tips that will help you pick one that anchors your room in a perfect way.

 

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Image from NestEgg

 

One of the most important factors to consider is the size of the bedroom. How much space do you have for the bed?

 

Keep the size of your headboard in proportion to the bedroom space and ceiling height.  While I don’t mind bigger scale pieces in a bedroom to create a cozy space, you do want to make sure there is room for bedside tables and perhaps a place to sit in there as well.  The larger the room, the larger the headboard can be without swallowing up the room visually.

 

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Image from Dana Wolter Interiors

 

 

Consider the look you are going for in your bedroom. To work well as a visual focus, a headboard must not only look good, it must also fit within the context of the room.

 

If you prefer a more elegant, sophisticated style, a complementary upholstered headboard that’s covered in a rich textile, such as velvet or suede would compliment the room best.

 

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Image from House Beautiful

 

Bold, patterned fabrics add a splash of color and create a focal point for the room.

 

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Image from Style At Home

 

For a more airy and light feeling to your bedroom, a minimally detailed headboard with soft curves and caning may be for you.

 

Image from Little Green Notebook

 

Headboards with straight lines in wood or sleek leather tend to have a more masculine feel.

 

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Image from Tidbits and Twine

 

Regardless the style of your bedroom, keep in mind the scale of your room, ceiling height and decor style and you are on your way to a gorgeous headboard.

 

 

Enjoy your day,

 

dana

 

 

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