How to Choose the Right Bed for Your Dream Room

Do you want your bedroom to be the perfect dream oasis? There’s no better way to ensure a perfect night’s sleep than having the perfect bed. When it comes to outfitting your room, you’ll find countless new beds online—but you should consider all your needs before zooming in on one option.

Whether the bed is for your primary bedroom or for a guest room, the right size, box spring, bed frame type, and material will all need to factor in to making the right choice. Creating a soothing retreat is easy when you consider all these factors before you buy a bed.

The Serenity of a Bed

Anybody who has ever slept on a lumpy couch or a sagging old mattress will tell you the same thing: comfort matters. Not only can a comfortable bed help provide a more restful night’s sleep, but it can also relieve pressure points, align the spine, and help you wake up feeling revitalized rather than sore.

You spend a third of your life asleep, so it’s vital you take your time when buying a new bed too. The wrong bed can lead to aching muscles, a bad back, and obviously, a lack of quality sleep.

So, how do you choose the right bed? When it comes to mattresses, it’s essential that you always try it out before making the purchase. We’re all different, and one bed isn’t made for everyone. Our requirements for support will differ depending on our weight and physique, so you need to be really comfortable with your decision.

With that essential step out of the way, you're free to consider the multitude of design choices that come with selecting a bed frame and headboard. Your bed frame will be the focal point of your room, so it's best to choose a frame and headboard that makes you feel peaceful and at ease.

Headboard and Frame to Satisfy Your Mood

Searching for a bed frame to pull the pieces of your room together? First things first, you'll need to figure out what mood you want your bedroom aesthetic to convey. From neutral shades to intricate woven patterns, the design choice of your bed frame and headboard will decide other essential elements such as your bedding, curtains, or your choice in bedroom rug. 

If you lean more towards vintage or classic styles, you may want to consider traditional bed frames with headboards, such as wooden platforms or four poster beds. When considering color palette or material, choose a deeper tone such as warm wood or a classic black frame.

If you prefer your bedroom to feel bright and airy, a light-toned fabric bed frame and headboard may be the perfect choice for you. 

Whatever you choose, consider measuring your space before purchasing your bed. This will help you know what style and material you are looking for to narrow down your choices.

Statement Making Materials

The material of your bed will impact the overall feel of your bedroom retreat. There are three main materials to consider when selecting a bed frame.

Wood Beds

Wood beds give a classic touch and can be found in a variety of finishes—from contemporary to traditional with elegant details to neutral and minimalistic. One benefit of a wood bed is the ease with which you can match other furniture pieces, such as nightstands and dressers, to create a seamless room design. A wood bed frame is also a simple and appealing way to warm up the space.

Metal Beds

If you're looking to add a sense of unique charm to your bedroom, a metal bed frame could be for you. A metal bed can be styled to create a cozy scandinavian cottage feel, a vintage cabin inspired room, or an effortlessly cool industrial vibe. The key element in common here is that a metal bed is distinct and eye-catching in its style, and lends itself well to unique and well-styled spaces.

Upholstered Beds

Upholstered beds are sleek and contemporary, and as elegant as they are comfortable. With a vast array of choices in fabric texture and color, an upholstered bed frame and headboard is delightfully customizable. Considering the best color, fabric, and pattern allows you plenty of freedom to choose a style that complements your current room pieces, or gives you a helpful starting point when designing a new space.

For example, bright colors and patterns can act as a focal point, while soft, neutral fabrics provide a peaceful and airy feeling that will coordinate with your other design elements flawlessly.

Bed Styling Essentials

The bed frame and headboard is just one step in styling your dream bedroom. To outfit your bed in a way that maximizes its style potential, the look needs to be completed with throws, pillows, coverlets, and other bed accessories.

For a comfortable and cozy look, throw blankets draped casually over the corner or at the foot of the bed are the perfect finishing touch. The added layer of soft blanket can create a sense of contrast, or simply an added layer of warmth, depending on the season.

Pillows are another crucial detail to completing the mood of your bedroom. Mix and match pillows and cushions in different shapes, colors, and textures for a contemporary look. Try adding velvet pillows to give your room a soft hint of texture as well as comfort.

Although there are many choices to be made when it comes to styling a new bed, perhaps the most important piece of the puzzle after you've chosen your bed frame and headboard, is the choice of bedding. A new duvet cover or quilt can easily spruce up your room, creating a fresh look with one simple change. Whether you choose boldly hued bed linens, or go for crisp, clean white ones, the possibilities are endless.