Trends come and go, but a classic remains a classic, and here enters the four-poster bed. Introduced back in the 15th century, these look as if they are an invention of the current century. With modern changes coming on that old classic silhouette, four-poster beds are in the trend and will remain.
Along with offering a sumptuous look, poster beds are an epitome of comfort. If you think that it is not your kind of bed, think again? As it can be! Whether you like modern, contemporary, or traditional itself, the decorating ideas in this write-up will serve you all together at its best. Have a look:
Work at the Back Part
No, I am not talking about working on the back part of the bed. But, working on the wall behind the bed. Is it plain? Then why not think about adding some wallpaper on that wall? As poster beds in itself are bold pieces, add a wallpaper that has subtle print and neutral hue. Very little print in some light color can also work in this kind of bed.
Create a Matched Effect
Yes, you can do this by adding some elements of the same finish that your poster bed is of. Whether you have that natural finish or a dark one like mahogany, create a matching effect with adding the pieces of the same shade. If you can’t add the pieces of the same shade, search for the same look in another way. Like if your bed has that carving, search for the bedside table in the same carving too.
Paint the Posts
If you don’t like that plain look of your four-poster bed and want to do some twist, then why not think about painting it? If you want to add a dramatic look, you can paint the four posts of your bed in your choice of color and create the look you want in your home.
Add Fabric
You have seen this in pictures but haven’t tried it in real life? Well, it's time to do this. Whether you like a sheer curtain or a dark drapery, you can do this by hanging fabric all around the posts. Adding the white curtains look sumptuous and offer a sheer kind of look while if your bedroom offers lots of natural light, but you want to make it a bit dim, add the dark drapery around it. Search over the internet about the different styles to hang curtains, and which look you can create with curtains on four-poster beds.
Match Bedding with Posts
To tie a complete look and achieve that picture-perfect appearance, incorporate bedding of the posts color. Sometimes you can indeed go in contrast and try a new look. But, if possible, try adding the bedding of the same color that your frame is of. It will tie the entire nook in a perfect look.
What About Headboards?
As you know that a four-poster bed doesn’t come with a headboard, but you can add it. This time, I will not say to go with the matchy-matchy look, this time trying to contrast with the headboard. If your poster bed is of Black color, why not think about having the headboard in Greys or Whites? Yes, you can do this, and it will offer a beautiful color contrasting theme. Try now!
Conclusion: On an average, a human being spends about one-third of his life in bed. I hope you liked the tips mentioned above of decorating 4 poster beds. So, what are you waiting for? Go, start decorating and also search for various ways to decorate it. You can also take help from the pictures on magazines or over the internet. The four-poster bed is indeed a luxurious sleeping platform. These add a comfortable and at the same time, rich look to the bedroom interiors in no time.