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Who doesn’t like the fairytale feel that curtains can create around the bed?
The bedrooms can perfectly accommodate this luxurious touch regardless of their size. This is why you should look for some bed curtains when choosing your window treatments.
The good news is that bed curtains come in all colors and designs, including the amazingly practical four-poster bed curtains.
In fact, four-poster bed curtains have their own methods of making the space effective. However, if you complete the look of the beds with curtains, you can further enhance the comfort and intimate ambience.
A bed with curtains easily dominates any bedroom, especially if the fabric choices are airy to ensure both freshness and privacy.
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Four-poster beds with curtains are easy to like but a little harder to afford. This is why you should consider a romantic DIY makeover that involves buying four-poster curtains instead of entire beds.
But is it really that easy to make your own classy bed with curtains? The best thing to do is to hang the curtains for the four-poster bed on an L-shaped rod that you previously mounted on the ceiling and only pull them down when you need them.
However, with privacy in the first plan, you should opt for a thicker, more opaque fabric and find a more secure method of securing it over your bed.
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Even if the very point of bed curtains is to add excitement to the place, in case you get bored with four poster curtain ideas, we recommend considering mobile options that don’t require renovations or bed changes.
Fortunately, there are many great options like the four-corner approach that will save you time and money.
Why use bed curtains?
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The fact that you are already on board with the idea of bed curtains means that instead of changing the look of your bedroom, you are thinking of fixing any malfunctions.
For example, you can expect extra warmth and prevention from onlookers with the curtains closed, or just hang them up to make sure you sleep undisturbed.
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If you hate your partner’s habit of turning on lights at night or opening blinds on early Sunday, bed curtains can really come in very handy. These are the other things that they can do for you:
Blocking noise is another big reason people choose bed curtains.
Depending on the softness of the fabric, your bed curtain can absorb and obstruct noise reflected from the walls or other hard surfaces. This will minimize the noise level and you can sleep more peacefully.
All the important things to know about bed curtains
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Using a hula hoop can further improve your privacy and hide your bed from that of the roommate in case you share the dormitory.
The best looking canopy curtains are white and semi-transparent.
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You can always add a little more cosiness with sheer fabrics and small light bands that shed light on them.
Black and white bed curtain solutions never go out of style.
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The ‘Marie Antoinette vibe’ in your bedroom needs nothing more than a pole and a tablecloth hanging over it.
Using heavy curtains in place of drapes provides instant elegance, but also protects you from outside noise and fluctuating temperatures. Basically, the best option is to insulate the bed and sleep more soundly.
Regardless of how beautiful your bed curtains are, your mood always depends on how well you handled the color choices. Dark shades can easily induce a grumpy feeling, while lighter and feminine shades relax the mind and senses.
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Renovating your bed doesn’t have to cost anything: you can still have an extra cozy sleeping environment with two mini bars and cheap fabrics.
For a more luxurious appearance, hang curtains over the bed on a crown-like structure (interior designers call this coronas), ideally made of wood or shiny metals. You can also attach headrests to the headboard to pull the curtain back if necessary.
In a neutral bedroom, make sure that the light spirit of your palette matches the choice of bed curtain. For example, choose pink, blue or floral curtains.
An interesting choice for romantic bedrooms are four-poster bed curtains, even if these are traditionally associated with girls’ rooms and youth paradises.
There’s no reason not to use canopy curtains for baby cots! In this way you protect your toddler from strong light in the room or create a warmer and safer environment for them.
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For best results, hang it as high as possible and place it around the crib like a normal bed.
In case you’re not interested in getting attention, partial canopies in smartly chosen, unobtrusive colors can save you a few dollars.
Be careful not to overdo it with patterns as this can get in the way or completely overshadow the rest of your beautiful furniture. Note that wider curtains that close are still a smarter option for large bedrooms that are busy.
If you may not be able to install poles, replace them with copper tubing.
Whimsical and airy curtain choices hugely support the Daydream Beach Cabana concept. So make sure you’ve added them to your tropical themed bedroom.
Avoid dramatic and lush curtains unless you have a large bedroom where you can fix them and tie them with ribbons.
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Enhance the whimsical effect with additional fairy lights.
For extra privacy and sophisticated environments, consider the classic heavy curtains that are black on the inside and gray on the outside.
This doesn’t mean you have to stick to these shades. If you have a large and mostly neutral bedroom, any color will look great.
Bed curtains are not exclusive to the bed: if you pull them to enclose part of the walls, bedside tables, or floor lamps, you have the perfect private space for thinkers to read or write in privacy.
For a bohemian look, hang pieces of fabric with fringes around your bed.
Your embellishment options are endless: you can decorate your bed curtains with hula hoops, tape or satin ribbons, or even surround them with battery-operated fairy lights to create a fairy effect. Flowery versions can never go wrong.
What makes the bedroom really modern according to today’s design concepts are neutral colors and an optimized alignment, which also counts for four-poster beds.
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It doesn’t have to mean that an inconspicuous solution will keep your bed from being the centerpiece of the room – it will be more impressive than you ever thought!
End thoughts
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No one can deny that four-poster beds have something magical about them, or discard the intimate and safe ambience they create.
Sleeping in their soft embrace offers more peace and quiet than a normal bed ever, which is why these beds are perfect for loners, oversleepers and people who like to play with their imaginations.
The type of bed you have isn’t necessarily going to stop you from stripping some of the magical sheen off of yourself, as long as you pick fabrics that go with your existing decor.
Before starting the project, define the purpose of your four-poster bed, then choose the most appropriate style.