Fact: A mattress, no matter how plush or luxurious the stacks of pillows, doesn’t look finished when pushed up against a bare wall.
A beautiful bed not only pulls your bedroom together aesthetically, but has practical qualities too. It keeps the mattress in place and provides support if you want to sit up in bed with a good book or channel surf on a Sunday afternoon.
So how exactly should you go about choosing the perfect bed for your bedroom? We’ve compiled some tips to guide your search for the perfect bed…
How You Use Your Bed?
Giving thought to how you use your bed will help you narrow down your choices.
Are you an avid nighttime reader? A large padded or quilted headboard is ideal for those who like to prop up against it with their favorite magazine and a hot cup of tea.
If bedside storage is a necessity, you may decide to axe your end tables altogether and opt for the built in storage features of a Bugatti Storage Bed instead.
Minimalists might prefer a low headboard with a slim profile, while bold personalities might choose an ultra-high headboard embroidered in a bold print.
Metal or wooden headboards create a stylish statement but won’t offer the comfort of upholstered headboards, so if your bedroom is more or less used for sleeping rather than lounging, your décor taste can lead the way, and that’s fine too.
Narrow Down Your Headboard Materials
Narrowing down your desired headboard material helps you immediately eliminate other headboards on the market. It’s also important to consider your personal taste, and of course, your existing room design.
Upholstered headboards like the Samara sleighbed, featured above (and to the right), are ideal for comfort and making an upscale statement. They come in buttoned, streamlined shapes for a modern edge and are a top choice of high-end designers.
Leather headboards bring a sharp, sleek look to contemporary bedrooms but can appear cold. Doubling up on pillows usually counteracts this effect; as do soft blankets and throws. Keep in mind that cats are attracted to leather and may claw at your headboard, so they’re not the most pet-friendly option.
Wooden headboards like the one in the Aggio bed, featured below, tend to be more traditional, bringing lovely country-style bedrooms to life. They’re also nice for green, eco-friendly, nature-inspired rooms with a rustic twist.
Metal headboards are chic, urban and hard-edged. They work seamlessly in dynamic futuristic bedrooms and tend to be a favorite of décor-savvy men.
As long as you know the vibe of your bedroom, choosing a headboard material is easy.
Headboards: Freestanding Or Attached?
If you’re buying a bed from scratch, choosing a bed frame with a headboard already attached is a good idea. It guarantees that everything matches, eliminating the need to buy a separate headboard.
The way we see it, it makes little sense to buy all the pieces separately when most furniture manufactures make it easy for you.
If you’ve ever had the experience of buying a headboard and bed rails only to realize there is nothing to actually hold up the mattress when you get home (true story), you’ll know what we’re talking about!
It used to make sense to buy a headboard separately to allow for greater flexibility, but these days, there are so many options and the price of buying an entire bed is comparable to buying a stand-alone headboard.
Final Questions To Ask When Shopping for a Bed
Is there a warranty on the headboard or bed?
Will the fabric hold up in your household?
If it comes in one piece, does it fit through the doorways and stairwells in your home? (take measurements!)
Does it fit into your existing décor theme or are you starting with a fresh new look?
If you keep these questions, and the above information, in your mind, you’ll be well on your way to choosing the perfect bed and the perfect headboard for your new bedroom!
Are you ready to take a look at your options? Happy shopping!