How to Buy Bedding Sets for Your Bedroom

Montgomery Decorator — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:20:51 +0000

There are so many different options available when it comes to choosing your bedding. It’s important to put some time and effort into buying the best bedding set you can, as it will play a significant role in your décor. Before you buy your next bedding set, here are some things you need to remember.

Determine the Color and Style
Unless you’ve already found the perfect bedroom set randomly and you’ve decided to decorate your bedroom around that, then you’ll want to determine what color and style of bedding sets you are looking for before you go to shop. This usually depends on what colors and style you’ve chosen to decorate your bedroom with. For example, no matter how much you love that zebra-print bedding set, it won’t go with the décor if you’ve already planned a beach-themed bedroom.

Others prefer to find the bedding set first and then base their style and colors for the bedroom off that. Even then, you still want to have some sort of an idea what you want to do in the bedroom. This way you are not aimlessly shopping.

Set a Budget
The wide variety of bedding sets that are available today range from expensive to inexpensive. While you might be able to purchase a very inexpensive bedding set for 50 dollars, a luxury bedding set may cost up to 2,000 dollars. Thus, it’s important to decide how much of your decorating budget you want to spend on your bedding set.

If your project includes decorating the whole bedroom, you need to be sure to set money aside for other items you might need. Also, not all bedding sets include all the same pieces. For some, you might have to buy extra sheets and pillows as well.

Know the Size of the Bed
You should know what size bed you have and even take the measurements of the mattress before you even start looking at bedding. Know the correct size the first time around. That way you won’t end up going back to the store and returning items. When you go to measure the mattress, just be sure to measure its length, depth, and width, especially if your mattress is a pillow top.

Research Bedding Materials
Different bedding sets are made of one of several different materials. The type of material you choose will determine the price, so you’ll need to decide on a material that’s going to fit in your budget. You need to also consider the thread count when you’re looking at sheets. Luxurious sheets tend to have a higher thread count and also be more expensive.

Cotton tends to be the most popular bedding material. There are a few different types of cotton you can choose from. One of the more expensive cottons is the very luxurious Egyptian cotton. For bedding, the most common material is standard cotton, which is also the least expensive. Other materials you might choose from include silk, flannel, and chenille.

The bedding set you choose can easily add to or take away from the décor of your bedroom. Be sure to plan accordingly when purchasing a bedding set for your bedroom so you don’t end up with bedding that’s a mistake.

About the Author…
Leon Tuberman has four decades of experience in the home furnishings and interior decorating industry. He owns and operates his family owned furniture store. They carry a large selection of USA made solid oak furniture for your home office, dining room and bedroom. It doesn’t matter whether you’re shopping for a oak bed for your bedroom or a wood file cabinet for your office then they carry everything you need.

Inexpensive Bedroom Makeovers

Montgomery Decorator — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 19:20:13 +0000

A totally new look for your bedroom doesn’t A little creativity can go a long way, whether it’s an afternoon project or just adding a few accessories. This is what you’ll need to get start: Pillows, pillows, pillows. Get a few of them, the $10 kind, in whole new color palette. Creating a monochromatic look is as simple as getting several pillows in the same color but using different textures like silk or chenille. Try a romantic look with layers of pillows — large ones in the back and smaller ones up front.

A fresh coat of paint can make a huge difference in the look of room and its fairly inexpensive to do. Remember, you don’t have to repaint your entire room; you can focus on a particular area that needs renovating. Older closet doors, the ones that usually have more detail can easily be improved and given texture by painting the frame in natural color and the inset in a darker color. A little creative paining of your furniture can make your entire room come to life. Try sponge-painting a chest or giving a cabinet a faux antique finish.

A brand new headboard can be costly. Try creative, inexpensive ideas such as using a section of a wrought iron or picket fence bought at a flea market. Want something that’s inexpensive and will make your bed look soft and sophisticated? Then try decorating with bed skirts. They can be found in a plethora of colors, textures and patterns. By using a soft and neutral color you can get the most in both beauty and versatility. You do not want it to be the center of attention, but you do want it to accent your bed.

Window treatments are simpler than people think. A swag at the top of the window is inexpensive (depending on your fabric choice) and not too dramatic. It will really add a feminine touch to the room. You can use plant or bicycle hooks hanging from the ceiling. Or opt for just a blind and an inexpensive garland or floral accent at the top of the window. We also adore the simple look of pre-made drapes and a basic rod with funky finials. Pottery Barn, JCPenny, Target and Bed Bath and Beyond offer a wide selection of all these items.

Do have a canopy or four-poster bed that could use a little sprucing up? Create a beautiful “puddle” or “pond” affect by draping fabric over the poles and letting it fall to the floor. To create this effect, just add an extra 20 inches to the fabric before it is cut. Candles are a perfect decorative item that many people tend to forget. While most people go with white candles, since they’re the most sophisticated, consider clustering colored candles to create a focal point on a night stand or dresser. Group candles in odd numbers — even amounts tend to be boring. Try different heights and gather them as an altar on a shelf.

Hanging framed artwork and posters or mirrors is inexpensive and can go a long way in changing the look of room, but make sure it doesn’t clash with your current décor. Stick with neutral-colored frames — gold, silver, white, black or wood tone. Wall shelves are perfect for a quick decorating touch. Collections are perfect for displaying on a wall shelf, but try to stay away from small items. Placing a lot of tiny accessories will leave the shelf looking cramped and cluttered. You can place a framed painting or pictures on the shelf or even try something minimalist like fresh flowers in simple glass bottles.

About the Author…

Sue Vorgan has 20 years of experience in the home furnishings and interior decorating industry. She owns and manages a large furniture showroom in Los Angeles. They specialize in Mission style and Arts & Crafts bedroom, living room and oak dining room sets. Her store takes pride in offering furniture that’s built to last for generations. It doesn’t matter if your looking for an American made wood beds or oak dining room chairs, they carry only the best in American made quality furniture at everyday affordable prices.

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