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Furniture Ideas For Small Bedrooms

Unless you've built your dream home to your own unique specifications, odds are that at some point you will have to deal with the challenges posed by choosing furniture for a small bedroom. The most obvious point is to consider what pieces of bedroom furniture are essential. Does the room have any built in storage, or will you need a freestanding wardrobe or drawers? Do you need a chair to sit on, or will it be used just for piling clothes on? What sized bed can you get by with? Is your bedroom just for sleeping in, or do you work or watch television in there?

Beds are of course the crucial component of any bedroom and your furniture selection depends on who will be sleeping in the bedroom. If children are sharing a room, bunks are a great way to maximise floor space. Visually bunks can be quite dominating and can make a room appear closed in and smaller, so if the second bed will be used less, a trundle bed is a great space saving solution. Cabin beds are currently very popular for children's bedrooms, providing lots of storage and play space. A divan style bed can provide extra storage, and these are available in the full range of sizes. In terms of design, a smaller bedroom works best with streamlined furniture. You may love the shapely beauty of a sleigh bed, but a small bedroom cannot sacrifice the space required by elaborate bed ends.

The next "essential" in terms of bedroom furniture is the bedside table. The key functions of a bedside table are holding a light, a place to store essentials that may be needed within reach during the night, and maybe an alarm clock. These functions can be fulfilled by a well placed shelf, saving valuable floor space. You might find that a cabinet with 2 or 3 drawers give you that extra storage for your smaller items if you can't fit in a larger tallboy or dresser.

The "double duty" concept is invaluable when considering furniture for a small bedroom. Consider a small desk which can double as a work station and dressing table, or an armoire which can also be a TV cabinet.

A small bedroom works best when it is clutter free, so storage furniture is absolutely critical. Wardrobes can be maximised with hanging mesh shelves for shoes. Out of season clothes can be vacuum packed and stored in compact spaces. Look for cupboards and storage units that are tall and slim, rather than broad, in order to free up floor space.

A good maxim for any room, not just the small bedroom, is to only have things you find useful or beautiful. By considering your needs, wants and non-negotiables, even the smallest space can be made into a cosy and welcoming bedroom, offering sanctuary and rest.
 

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Guide to Decorating With Blue Bedroom Furniture

Blue bedroom furniture adds soothing color to the space. It's not just for a boy's room or a nursery. You can give your existing furniture an entirely new look just by getting out the paint brush. Here are some tips for decorating with blue bedroom furniture whether you are making it over or buying the pieces new.

Find the right shade of blue for your mood and design style. Turquoise can seem retro or funky. It's one of the more cheerful blue colors and it works well for a teen's room. This shade even allows you to use blue in a baby girl's room because it's pretty gender neutral. Use bold colors like cobalt or navy for modern and contemporary design. With country and shabby chic decor you'll want to go with a faded gray blue color that is subtle. Whichever shade you choose make sure you convey the feeling that you want to have in your bedroom.

Make blue feminine. You might think that blue bedroom furniture is just for boys but this is really limiting your design options. Try upholstering an over-sized ornate fabric with luxurious micro-fiber or velvet to soften this color. You can also go for a full on blue canopy for a royal look that can mimic a four poster bed.

You can just add a few touches of blue to modernize your bedroom set. You could base your entire room around a French Country theme. You could break up a lot of different blue and white plates and then make a mosaic piece on the top of your nightstand or dresser. You could leave the piece natural wood for just a touch of blue or paint out the entire piece.

Make blue elegant. It's a pretty basic color for bedrooms but that doesn't mean that it has to be boring. You could try making an ethnic inspired piece by painting your drawer fronts in bright primary colors like yellow, blue and red. This doesn't have to look like a box of crayons, just mimic an intricate tile design. You can also paint your trim work silver or gold for a retro feel in updated colors.

Blue bedroom furniture adds personality to a space; especially if you have neutral walls and carpet. You can make light colors interesting by using a lot of different layers and this kind of furniture accomplishes just that.

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