Flash forward to today, and these statement beds are more accessible but still as popular as ever. After being featured on the hit TV show Bridgerton in 2020, it spiked in sales (as much as 300% for some retailer models) and created a trend in the UK. It seems audiences were captivated by gorgeous period details as much as whirlwind romances, spirited ballroom dances, and whispered scandals. Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty takes a closer look at these iconic pieces of furniture and the enduring appeal for your bedroom.
Your property inspiration
While you’ll find luxury in every corner of this six-bedroom Silver Lakes Golf Estate home, a four-poster bedroom takes the crown. Adorned with ornate finishes along its robust wooden frame, the bed is an undeniable showstopper for anyone who steps into the room. The owners have cleverly used simple neutral cream bedding to let the structure take the focus as it deserves. This antique splendour is mirrored in the rest of the room’s decor: elegant wooden side tables, a plush rolled-arm sofa, and artwork of a windblown countryside scene.
Why four-poster beds are worth the investment
Your bedroom is a sanctuary for good sleep, peace, and relaxation. The bed you choose can play an important role in helping you achieve this. Enter the four-poster bed. While it brings dramatic flair, as seen in the Silver Lakes Golf Estate home example, the point or value of these beds extends beyond just aesthetics. Here are some benefits to keep in mind.
1. Decorate your room: Four-poster beds come in different styles, sizes, materials, and colours, adding elegance, grandeur, a modern edge, or charm depending on your choices. They can act as a statement piece that brings instant character to your space.
2. Create a theme: Building on the first point, the structure of four-poster beds becomes a canvas only limited by your imagination. Add fairy lights for a princess room, string leaves for a jungle theme, or drape sheer curtains for a romantic nook. Four-poster beds can be customised for a look that matches your needs and decor.
3. Control the light: No need for that eye mask! Whether it’s the early morning glow or that bright nighttime lamp, draped curtains allow your four-poster bed to shield your eyes. The light management ensures you sleep peacefully in a darkened space. It also lets your partner use the rest of the lit room to read, watch TV, or study without disturbing you.
4. Stay nice and warm: Draping curtains can insulate the warmth as you relax or sleep on your bed, creating a cosy, almost cocoon-like effect. This is perfect if you live in an older home where cold air drifts in from windows and under doors.
5. Get some privacy: If you have kids that barge in without knocking or attention-seeking pets, this is the bed for you. The curtains or drapes of a four-poster bed can be drawn to provide an added level of privacy, especially useful in shared bedrooms or open living spaces.
6. Feel extra protected: Historically, the curtains around the bed were used to protect sleepers from drafts and insects. If you live in an area plagued by mosquitoes and flies, adding specific nets as curtains can keep them out while you rest.
7. Have a solid structure: Generally, four-poster beds are robust and well-constructed, ensuring they remain in place and also cut down on squeaking as you get in and out. The durability can also make your bed last for generations, making it a good investment piece for your home.
8. Define your space: This one is great for those who like an ordered decor scheme. In larger bedrooms, a four-poster bed can help define the sleeping area and create a more structured and segmented space.
9. Cut down on allergy triggers: If you add a canopy on top, it can act as a barrier, preventing dust from settling directly on the bed. This can be especially beneficial for allergy sufferers. Any materials used in your bed’s scheme should be hypoallergenic such as silk, bamboo, or cotton.
Your four-poster bed FAQs answered
1. What is a four-poster bed vs a canopy bed?
Four-poster beds and most canopy beds both have four elongated posts on each corner of the bed. However, four-poster beds remain covered while canopy beds have material draped on the tops of the post to create a cover.
2. How can you make your own four-poster bed?
According to Home-Dzine, this is a reasonably easy project for those with decent skills and the right tools. First, measure your mattress or bed to pinpoint the right size. Then, cut the headboard footboard to the size of the mattress or bed size using your measurements. Attach the headboard and footboard to the upright support posts. Next, attach the side panels and finish off with a basic frame and top rails. You can use slats or a solid base for your mattress support.
Your home should inspire you
Four-poster beds are the epitome of style and function, allowing you to experience true luxury in the comfort of your home. Investing in or building this statement bed takes a keen eye for design, as well as an understanding of your personal needs. In the same way, finding a home takes real insight and expertise. Thankfully, you have the experienced team at Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty on your side. Get in touch with a local branch in your area to own or rent your ideal living space.
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