- April 26, 2024
Choosing the right bed for our bedroom is not as simple as it would seem to many people. Usually the problem for us is to find a bed that matches the general decor of the apartment or the bedroom itself. However, we forget about the fact that, above all, we should pay attention to whether this piece of furniture is comfortable. After all, we spend one third of our lives in bed, so it is worth to contribute to finding one that will guarantee comfortable sleep.
It is at night that we can really relax and thus regenerate our forces, which we lose so much nowadays, constantly hurrying and stressing. Therefore, it is worthwhile to spend some time on choosing a comfortable bed. And although this is usually an extremely individual matter, there are some rules that we can follow when making such a choice.
Dimensions of a bed for a bedroom
Standard beds are divided into single and double beds. If you are looking for a single bed, most people choose those that are at least 90 centimeters wide, because it provides the greatest comfort. In the case of double beds, the most popular are those measuring at least 160 centimetres. Of course, the manufacturers also offer smaller and larger beds, as we know that bedrooms can have very different dimensions. In addition to the bed itself, we also need a mattress, so the furniture is manufactured to standard dimensions. For single beds these are therefore: 80x200 cm, 90x200 cm and 100x200 cm. Beds for two people can have the following dimensions: 120x200 cm, 140x200 cm, 160x200 cm, 180x200 cm and 200x200 cm. If the standard dimensions are not satisfactory for us, we can always decide to order a customized bed. However, we must be aware of the fact that it is also associated with the need to order a mattress specially matched to your needs, and this means higher costs of purchasing such a set of mattresses.
Comfortable bed - wood or upholstery?
After making a decision about the size of our new bed, it is time for another dilemma about what material the frame will be made of. The durability of such furniture also depends on this issue, so it is worth to think carefully about it. Wooden beds, especially those made of beech, pine or oak, are very popular. However, you have to take into account the fact that they are not among the cheapest. Therefore, if we want to save money, we can bet on MDF or HDF frames, which are less expensive, but of good quality. Many people now decide to buy beds with upholstered frames. The choice is quite large, because such a piece of furniture can be covered with fabric or leather, both natural and artificial. This is very convenient, because it allows us to perfectly match the appearance of the bed to the interior design. The offer of bed manufacturers is now really wide, so we can also find more original furniture of this kind, from canopy to minimalist constructions. Apart from the appearance, we also need to check whether the bed chosen by us is really comfortable. So let's not be afraid to lay on the bed, lean on its headboard and try to get up. If it does not cause us any problems, this piece of furniture should give us the desired comfort.
Functionality of the bed headrest
A bed is often not only for sleeping, but also for having a good time reading a book or browsing the web on a laptop or tablet. Therefore, it is worth looking for a bed with a large, soft headrest on which you can lean and stay in bed in a sitting position. However, if you already have a bed, you can easily buy a separate headrest. There are both ready-made headrests and headrests that need to be assembled from several elements. It is definitely worth investing in such a supplement, which will undoubtedly increase the comfort of our rest in bed.
The bed frame is the basis of the bed.
When buying a bed we would like it to give us the full comfort of sleep, and this is greatly influenced by its frame. Many furniture has been equipped with a full filling of furniture board, but although it is an extremely cheap solution, it is definitely not comfortable. Therefore, it is worth choosing frames that are made of slightly bent and joined together wooden slats. They are comfortable and, above all, healthy for our spine. We should also remember that the frame should be selected according to the type of mattress chosen by us, so as not to damage it. Let's also check the spacing density of the slats and their flexibility. There are frame beds where you can adjust the hardness according to your needs, as well as beds with adjustable headrests or footrests. If you want to experience a bit of luxury in your bedroom, you may decide to buy a continental bed, also known as a hotel bed. In this type of furniture, a spring mattress is placed on a frame which is filled with bonnelian springs. Continental beds fit perfectly into the shape of the body and their height makes them comfortable to stand up even for seniors.
