From small details to big pieces of furniture, everything comes together to create a comforting, relaxing bedroom.
Most families spend more time in their kitchens and living rooms than their bedrooms, so it’s easy to overlook the need for dedicated design and investment on the second floor of your home. However, we all know that sleep deprivation can be hugely detrimental to mental and physical health, so you surely shouldn’t overlook the need for creating a bedroom that helps you get a good night’s sleep.
From small details to big pieces of furniture, everything comes together to create a comforting, relaxing space that will allow you to wake up feeling rejuvenated and ready to take on the day.
Photo: Janette Mallory Interior Design Inc.
Invest in a High-Quality Mattress
The biggest, and likely most expensive, element of your bedroom will be the bed. Professionals recommend changing your mattress every seven years, to ensure optimum back support and comfort. You can find a range of mattresses which are eco-friendly as well as non-toxic and find the best memory foam mattress for you online.
Complement your quality mattress with high cotton count bedding, and you’ll never wake up on the wrong side of the bed again!
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Don’t Underestimate the Power of Plants
House plants can add a fantastic element of color and vibrancy to the home. Furthermore, they can work wonders to make your home healthier, by removing toxins and regulating the carbon monoxide from the air around you.
It’s important to consider the air quality of your bedroom, as you’ll spend so many hours in there, breathing deeply as you sleep. There are certain species of houseplant that are recommended for bedrooms, and those that are not. So, make sure you do your research.
Think About the Orientation of Your Bedroom
Whether your bedroom has a westward or eastward orientation will dictate how bright it gets first thing in the morning. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference if you’d prefer to wake up in a room that’s still dark or that’s lit naturally, but you should consider how this affects your sleep.
You may find yourself more lethargic first thing in the morning if you use heavy blackout blinds, whereas natural light may help you wake up gradually. If your bedroom is dark regardless, you could purchase a day light alarm clock instead.
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Use Scents for Relaxing Sleep
Scents can be very powerful for relaxation and providing a good night’s sleep. Lavender, jasmine, and sandalwood are some of the best and can be easily found either in essential oils, candles, incense or reed diffusers.
Next time you’re struggling to sleep, try introducing one of these aromas into your bedroom.
Maintain an Uncluttered and Calming Environment
Interior designers will attest that a tidy space equals a tidy mind — it’s hard to relax surrounded by clutter and mess. As such, you should try to maintain a clean bedroom, for the best chance of a good night’s sleep.
A few items of clothes on the floor, or strewn over the bottom of the bed frame, may not seem that significant, but it could be having a bigger effect than you’d imagine on your ability to turn off at night.
