We know that our rest is essential for a good quality of life. The quality of our sleep influences our health as well as our lifestyle. Restless nights of sleep can cause some discomfort and in this sense it is crucial that your bed helps you maintain a peaceful sleep routine, and enhances the look of the room in the same proportion.

If you are planning on buying a new bed for your bedroom, consider which bed and mattress fits with your decorative style, personal taste as well as the one that will bring you the most comfort.

Check out the following tips to help you choose your dream bed.

The best finishing materials

The bedroom is a space to relax and let go of all your worries, so it’s important to create a harmony between the aesthetics of each element in the room. Whether you like the more contemporary look of an upholstered bed, the modernity of a metal bed, or the classic beauty of wood, these are some of the options you can pursue.

Whatever your preference, remember to think about the colour of your bedroom walls, the texture of the bedding, and the finishes of the space with equal concern.

A headboard that suits you

The headboard is a very important part of a bed, both for the structure it gives to the piece itself and for the visual impact it leaves in your room. The choice of the perfect bed can completely determine the entire decor of the room. An upholstered headboard perfectly combines style with comfort, in a more modern decor, the metal gives it a more urban presence, while wood has a more classic look.

From velvets to linen, the selection of the fabric for your headboard should also demand your attention as it can help you create a more serene and comfortable atmosphere, or if you prefer a bolder and more exclusive perspective. Your personality should be felt in the space so that you can enter an environment that means something important to you.

A colour that complements the bedroom

The selection of the ideal colour for your bed should be thought out, taking into consideration the decorative style of the room as well as the rest of the furniture, so that everything goes together in the best possible way. Light colours tend to open up the horizon, offering a feeling of greater amplitude, while darker shades close the space creating a more cosy and intimate presence.

Also think about the thermal sensation that the colours will transmit to you and those you also want to create. From cooler ambiences to warmer places, all of this will help you find the perfect bed that enhances the style of your room.

The size that fits you

While buying a king size bed can be incredibly tempting, keep in mind the dimensions your room actually has so that each piece finds its proper place in the space.

If you are moving into your new home or renovating your spaces, measure the dimensions of the bed frame in order to see how much space you have left. This way you can have fun with the rest of the decorations. If you already have a mattress, remember to take into account its size so that it fits the bed frame so that everything aligns fully.

The mattress for a single bed usually measures 188 centimetres x 88 centimetres, while the mattress for a double bed measures 188 centimetres x 138 centimetres. The mattress of the Queen bed is even larger at 198 centimetres x 158 centimetres. Finally, the King bed will measure 193 centimetres x 203 centimetres.

Functionality that brings you peace

A bed can be so much more than just a bed. The Ottoman or Divan bed frames with lifting floors can allow you to have hidden storage space, which is ideal if you have a small home or limited storage space. Go for these types of beds if you want to keep a clean look in this space while still being organised.

The essence of good sleep

When choosing a bed, make sure that its frame will give you and your mattress the support you need. You can choose from suspended slatted bases, platform bases, and slatted frames, and while they can all offer you incredible support, it will all come down to your personal preference.

The home for your children’s rest

Bunk beds are excellent options for your children to rest in style. There are bunk beds in different materials, formats, with stairs and slides and with or without desk or sofa. The alternatives are numerous and varied and still have the benefit of being a fully adjusted and customised piece to your personal taste and space.

Mathematics of bed decoration

Designers are increasingly using more pillows, preferably of different sizes to achieve a full and cosy atmosphere. Aim to place five or more pillows by your bed’s headboard to make a difference to the look of your bed, both in terms of visual impression and the feeling it gives when lying on a well-made bed.

Below, you can see variations of how to put down your pillows when you are no longer resting.