One of the most important and obligatory attributes of any bedroom is, of course, a bed! Where, if not in this room, you can relax after a hard day's work and regain your strength ?! At the same time, the appearance of the bed also deserves special attention, and the more original it is, the more interesting the atmosphere of this room becomes. But what to hang over the bed in the bedroom to bring a bit of zest? This is exactly what the topic of this article will be devoted to. Perhaps someone will like some ideas, and he will want to translate them into reality.
Personal space
Any bedroom is, without a doubt, a private space of every person in the family, where even the households are not entitled to insist on their own preferences. This also applies to the aspect of the external design of the room - it is only up to the owner to decide what it will be, in accordance with personal fantasies and tastes. Only he should choose which furniture will be here, and which bed to give preference to.
To give a special atmosphere in the bedroom it is not at all necessary to buy expensive decor items - you can make them yourself, there would be a desire. Only here there is one single condition - not to contradict the general style of the interior of the room! For the rest, you don’t have to worry - the heart itself will tell you what the soul wants.
The center of the small "universe"
And since the bed in the bedroom is the central place in your small “universe”, it is necessary to approach its design more than responsibly. And as already mentioned - in no case do not deviate from the style of the premises, if any.
Moreover, it is important not only to decide what to hang over the bed in the bedroom, but also its location. And the most common option is when the headboard is adjacent to the wall. This saves the bedroom space. In addition, according to many psychologists, this option for the location of the bed has a beneficial effect on a person’s sleep. Knowing that no one is hiding behind your back, you can relax in the daytime or at night.
Now it's time to move on to consider a number of interesting ideas on how to decorate a corner of your personal space in the place where, in fact, the bed is located. Perhaps not all of them will find some kind of response in the soul of the reader, but some will certainly be of interest. So, let's get started ...
Paintings
The choice of a picture for your bedroom is also the prerogative of its owner, no matter what everyone else says. Households can give valuable recommendations at first glance and advise their options. However, if the master of the room itself has some kind of “masterpiece” (according to those around him) that causes a feeling of rejection, fear or even disgust, then it is hardly possible to fully relax in his presence.
Therefore, it is better to search for another picture on the wall, relying on your own feelings that this or that picture evokes.
Which topics are banned and which are allowed?
At the same time, an important point should be taken into account - the subject of images. It is believed that some stories simply do not have a place in the bedroom. In particular, we are talking about the following:
- Portraits of any people who are no longer among us, including relatives and good friends. Let these images be in any other room, but not in the bedroom. Memories of a sad event are always alarming.
- Scenes of battle incidents - natural disasters, catastrophes, and more. It is believed that such images conceal a charge of destructive energy and can lead to quarrels.
- Wild animals or pets in aggressive form. Such canvases can also cause aggression, like the pictures mentioned above. If you still want to watch the inhabitants of the flora and fauna, then let them be depicted in a positive way: playful, calm.
- Paintings depicting greatly enlarged parts of the body (ears, eyes, arms, legs, etc.). There is certainly nothing beautiful in this.
Now you can decide which paintings are hung in the bedroom above the bed.
Here there is a fairly wide range of other plot twists, which certainly will find a worthy place over the head:
- Symbols of the family in the form of two swans, the silhouette of the newlyweds and other options. Better themes for the room of spouses and not to be found.
- A bouquet of roses or even a whole bush will be the personification of tender passion and love.
- Playing children, running babies, babies sleeping in a cradle or looking out of it - all these and many other similar drawings cannot but cause a smile. Especially those spouses who are preparing to become parents.
- Landscapes of calm tones contribute to the mood for relaxation.
In any case, choosing a particular canvas, you must listen to your own feelings. And if the picture causes joy, then it will take its rightful place above the bed.
The magic of light
In addition to the drawings on the wall, the lighting of the sleeping area also deserves special attention. After all, it is in this room that we spend a third of our lives. Therefore, it is necessary to create an appropriate mood. But how can this be done if not with the help of light sources ?! And there are some good options.
The first idea - lamps on the pedestals
Sometimes it’s not necessary to hang something on your bed, you can simply place a pair of table lamps at the head of the bedside tables. Only two more sockets or an extension cord will be needed, which can be carefully hidden behind the headboard or carpet. Such light sources always create the illusion of high cost and sophistication.
In addition, with their help, adherence to certain traditions is set, which in the end gives an atmosphere of calm and comfort. Particularly stand out cone-shaped lampshades of a light shade on a long chrome or glass base.
That's where all the chic and luxury is felt! And ultimately, the effect will be no worse than the panel above the bed in the bedroom.
The second idea is to hang a sconce on the wall
These lamps are good because they do not take up much space in the bedside space. They are also able to favorably highlight the area behind the head, which is usually decorated with various objects, wallpaper or stands out in contrasting colors.
Convenient sconces can be considered lighting on an adjustable basis. If necessary, they can be pushed close to the wall. And if you want to read before going to bed, adjust the sconce so that the light from the right angle illuminates the book.
Idea Three - at the peak of popularity
Recently, pendant lights have become very popular, which can also be placed on both sides of the head. Only in this case, the master of the bedroom needs to be sure of the layout that is at the moment. And if there are no plans to rearrange the furniture, then how to decorate the wall above the bed, if not with the help of suspensions ?!
From the outside it looks very stylish - this option will be relevant for modern style bedrooms. Can it not intrigue such a view: compact chandeliers of any shape are suspended above both bedside tables at a distance of 50 cm (optionally more or less). Elongated cylinders or parallelepipeds look especially beautiful.
Their design can be very different, just do not buy lamps of too large sizes, otherwise they will interfere with sleep.
Idea Four - Light Decor
This technique is very fond of many architects and designers. The bottom line is as follows. The headboard zone is given maximum attention - you can make a kind of niche, where along the perimeter (but better in the upper part) place spotlights, as well as several suspensions. Or make a headboard using LED or fluorescent lights.
How to hang a sconce over the bed in the bedroom?
And to be more precise, at what height should this lamp be located? A similar question occurs to everyone who likes this kind of lighting. Meanwhile, such lamps allow you to create a soft light. In addition, you can turn them on and off without getting out of bed.
So at what height should such lamps be placed? Usually they are suspended at a distance of 120 to 160 cm from the floor. Such a big run is due to various reasons.
To find out a more accurate height value, you need to take into account a number of factors:
- The height of the headboard is the best option when the lamp is located at a distance of 20-30 cm from it. But its height can be varied depending on the circumstances, placing the sconce above or below these values.
- Human growth - this also should not be written off. The main thing here is to choose the height of the “decor” above the bed so that you can reach the switch without getting out of bed.
- Features of the plafonds - if the light stream is directed upwards, then the sconces should be placed lower. Otherwise (when it is directed down), the lamp can be raised slightly higher. Just remember that the circuit breaker is easily accessible. If such a chandelier is equipped with a lace or chain, then it will be very easy to turn on and off the light.
If there is a dressing table in the bedroom, this will also be a suitable place for attaching a sconce - it can be hung at the level of the upper third of the mirror. In this case, the lighting will be normal regardless of the position of the body (standing or sitting). As an option, install both luminaires with round lampshades on both sides.
Visual tricks
Another mandatory attribute of the bedroom, in addition to the bed itself, is a mirror above the bed. And this is not just a reflective surface, primarily a functional object, with which you can visually expand the room, if it has a modest size. True, looking at such an item is not very convenient, and therefore, for this room, he, rather, has other tasks.
In addition, such a decoration, devoid of frills, does not bring additional colors to the interior of the room, making the whole atmosphere as neutral as possible. But if the mirror is placed in a beautiful frame or has an irregular shape, then this is a stylish and elegant decor, which with its presence alone can significantly transform the interior of a bedroom of any design.
In addition, the functional subject has another good quality - a little more light can be added to the bedroom. The decor of the bedroom can become elegant and festive. And when illuminated in the evening hours, the room is immersed in an atmosphere of mystery and romance.
Other options
How to decorate the wall in the bedroom above the bed differently? Here you can turn to various little things:
- Shelves. So that the space above your head does not empty, you should fill it with shelves, where to place various photographs, except those that should not be in the bedroom (we already know which ones), decorative accessories. The main thing is that all this is in harmony with the style of the bedroom!
- Wallpaper. If all the walls are already pasted over with them, then directly above the headboard you can choose a strip (or two, depending on the width of the bed) with a different pattern. Better large, small bored in a short time.
- Abstractionism. It is not necessary to hang pictures, photographs or panels over the bed, although these are the most common tricks. If you want a maximum of originality, you should hang some abstract work of art. Then you can be sure that it will attract universal attention.
- Tapestry. What to hang over the bed in the bedroom, if not this piece of decor? This is also a good option, which is unlikely to leave anyone indifferent. This is one of the brightest accents with which you can create a warm and cozy atmosphere in the bedroom. Moreover, it is not necessary to stretch along the entire wall, it is enough to throw it over the fixed cornice.
- Macrame. The technique of knot weaving was relevant in the 70s, but to this day finds its fans. If you have the ability to needlework, then you can make a unique decor and enjoy the fruit of your own labor.
- Climbing vegetation. If the design of the headboard with artwork does not cause much interest, then indoor plants will be able to cheer up. Here you should also place a shelf above your head (you can along the entire wall above the head) and place a number of representatives of the flora on it. Moreover, several climbing plants should be placed, due to which it will feel as if you are sleeping in the garden.
Of course, this article does not list all the options for hanging over a bed in the bedroom, since there are countless them.
And perhaps, everyone who gets acquainted with this material will have another bright idea that can appeal to many households. The main thing is to show a bit of imagination, and then a solution will certainly be found. In addition, it is important to take into account your own character traits, kind of hobbies and other factors. Then the matter will remain small - to translate the plan into reality.