When furnishing a bedroom, an often overlooked piece of furniture is a headboard. At first glance, it appears like a superficial accessory that serves little purpose but in reality, it has many functions worth addressing. So, do you need a headboard? Yes, you do and here’s why. From my experience, I find it to be…
A good rug completes a room, but most people do not know how to position one. The color, shape, pattern, and size of a carpet may be perfect, but if it is not placed correctly, the rug is meaningless. Before you throw out a rug, believing it is not the best for a particular room,…
There’s something comforting, elegant, and endearing about adding a rug to a bedroom. It’s often soothing while also adding a personal touch to your room’s decor. But, sometimes, our bed can get in the way since it occupies a significant portion of the room, forcing us to place items under the bed. So, is it…
By definition, an end table is considered a compact and beautiful table placed beside a bed or sofa. It has both a functional and aesthetic purpose. But, so does a nightstand. In a lot of ways, they are quite similar. So, can a nightstand be used as an end table? In this article, we will…
Getting a nightstand lamp that matches the general design of your room can be daunting. With so many styles and colors to choose from, it’s tough to narrow down your options. But don’t let the task be too daunting. It is recommended that you stay in a similar color scheme when selecting a lamp, but…
The space above a bed is often overlooked which is a shame because it can be used as a feature wall to display cool things and to create additional storage space in a room. When people realize this, their first inclination is to consider shelving. But, should you put shelves above a bed? There are…
Beds with box springs have been a standard in the United States since the 1870s. As recently as the 1990s, they were found in almost every household. Nowadays, however, more and more people are replacing their box springs with lower-cost mattress foundations. In order to learn more about these box spring alternatives and what they…
When it comes to beds, I’ve developed a keen interest in box springs due to their superior support and longevity. Speaking of longevity, a common question asked amongst bed shoppers is how long does a box spring last? Here’s what I’ve learnt and would like to share with you. A box spring can last up…
It has been theorized and debated that placing a mirror in front of your bed is bad luck and has the ability to be a portal into another dimension. I can’t really speak for the validity of this debate or claim, but there are some practical reasons why it is a bad idea to sleep…
At the very least, a bedroom should be comfortable and cool. When compared to the outside, it should be an ideal place for you to relax. It’s a problem when that isn’t the case because your room is so hot. The temperature of your room can affect your mood, energy, and sleep. This begs the…
I feel like most bedrooms would be incomplete without a nightstand. It’s a piece of furniture that is extremely practical, useful and aesthetically pleasing for any bedroom. The way in which you can pair it perfectly with your bed is to select a nightstand of a complimentary or contrasting color. In today’s article, I’m going…
When I was younger, I had no idea that color had a psychological effect on us. It can affect our moods and even our sleep. I recently conducted research on the harmful effects of blue light exposure, and I was shocked to learn just how bad it can be for getting a good night’s rest….