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a bedroom buying guide designed to educate and inspire you Your bedroom is so much more than just a place to sleep. It is a personal why choosing bedroom haven and an escape route from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. furniture that maximises RIBA survey Whether you use your bedroom space to surf your laptop, peacefully study or lose living space is important regarding people’s yourself in a great novel, the style of your bedroom should complement how you The need to maximise space in your home has opinions on lack want to enjoy it. grown in the UK over the years with many people of bedroom space feeling that their homes just aren’t big enough[2]. But designing your perfect bedroom can be a challenging process. From finding in new homes: your ideal bedroom style to discovering how to maximise your bedroom space, Research from the Royal Institute of British Archi- there’s so much to think about. That’s why we’ve created this handy buying guide, tects (RIBA) suggests that consumers are right to RIIXOO\RFFXSLHG be concerned. Restricted space has been shown which helps you to comfortably plan the design of your bedroom. homes) said there was to impact on basic lifestyle needs, such as having LQVXI¿FLHQWVSDFHIRU Made up of over 40 years worth of know-how as leading bed retailers, Bensons for enough space to store possessions or even to furniture they owned or entertain friends[1]. Beds Bedroom Furniture Buying Guide is designed to educate and inspire you. To would like to own help you create a bedroom that fits comfortably and looks beautiful in your home There have even been more extreme cases where – all at an affordable price, of course. 51% (65% of fully occupied a lack of adequate living space has shown to have homes) said the amount of a big impact on a person’s health, education and But before you begin to discover more about our furniture range, let’s first take a space in their homes limited family relationships[1]. how they laid furniture out in look at the importance of choosing the right bedroom furniture. And why it has their living areas and 36% become increasingly challenging to create your ideal bedroom in the UK. In fact, there is evidence that three quarters of in fully occupied homes said people in new home believe a lack of space a “key WKH\KDGGLI¿FXOW\PRYLQJ problem”, and 69 per cent say they do not even furniture around because have enough room for their possessions [4]. of limited space in corridors and stairways. Mark Cort %HGURRP)XUQLWXUHEX\HU RIIXOO\RFFXSLHG homes) said there was not enough storage for their possessions [3]. how much living space does the average UK home have? 5,%$HVWLPDWHVWKHÀRRUDUHDRIWKHDYHUDJHQHZWKUHHEHGURRPKRPHLQWKH8.LVVTP VTIW ZKLFKLVVRPHVTP VTIW VKRUWRILWVUHFRPPHQGHGVSDFH)URPWKDWLQIRUPDWLRQ5,%$EHOLHYH the average new home in England is only 92% of the recommended minimum size[3]. ,Q5,%$¶VUHSRUWRIQHZKRPHEX\HUVLQWKH\IRXQGWKDWPRUHWKDQKDOI VDLGWKHUHZDVQRW HQRXJKVSDFHIRUIXUQLWXUHWKH\RZQHGRUZRXOGOLNHWRRZQDQGQHDUO\VDLGWKHUHZDVQRWHQRXJK storage for their possessions [2]. bedroom furniture: page 2
how some people are resolving choice of high quality bedroom furniture their bedroom space problem… At Bensons for Beds we have a wide range of high quality bed furniture to suit all styles and tastes, from traditional solid oak to ultra chic contemporary style. With each of our bedroom furniture ranges, there is also a matching bed frame available. Our homes are getting so over crowded and in need of more storage space that many of us are resorting to using storage units to create part pre-assembled extra space. “More people are living alone in smaller homes without How you assemble our bedroom furniture collection varies by garages or attics,” says Rodney Walker, chief executive of the furniture style. The Toulouse, Willow, Hip Hop and Marseille Self Storage Association (SSA)[5]. bedroom furniture collections all come conveniently part pre-assembled. All you need to attach is the handles. According to the SSA, the average length of customers’’ use of storage units has increased from 37 weeks to 41 weeks[6]. self-assembly The Lima, Prague and Tilda bedroom furniture collection all require assembly and are delivered with an easy to follow set a better way to give you and your bedroom more room… of instructions. When designing a bedroom it is vital that you seriously consider how much space you have and what professional assembly you can do to maximise that space. The Signature, Winchester, Atlanta, Canterbury, Intrigue, Manhattan, Porto and Lunar furniture collections need to be At Bensons for Beds we have a wide selection of assembled and stored by professionals. Something we are beautifully crafted space saving solutions to consider, more than happy to organise for you. including extra storage beds, wardrobes and internal accessories, chest of drawers, bedside tables and N.B. Please keep in mind that all bed frames do not come assembled but are easy to dressing tables. There’s even a specialist children’s range assemble and full instructions are included. we feature from Stompa, a collection of funky children’s bedroom furniture designed to be versatile enough to be customised as and when your child gets bigger. the benefits of modular furniture Modular bedroom furniture provides PRUHÀH[LELOLW\WKDQ¿WWHGEHGURRP furniture. It can be moved with relative ease, allowing you to recreate the look of your bedroom and adapt as your storage needs change. bedroom furniture: page 3
the importance of measuring maximising light and space with mirrors Before you begin designing your bedroom, it is important you measure up the 0LUURUVKDYHWKHDELOLW\WRWRWDOO\WUDQVIRUPDQ\URRPLQDQLQVWDQW7KH\FDQUHÀHFWWKH size and space available to you. light and decor of a room and create a larger sense of space. We have a selection of bedroom furniture options with mirrors available, here are a few ideas on how to make At Bensons for Beds all our bed frames and divans are provided with height, the most of them when considering you bedroom design: width and depth dimensions – so take note of these when browsing for bedroom furniture. In darker rooms, try placing the mirror on the wall opposite to the window. The incoming OLJKWZLOOUHÀHFWIURPWKHPLUURUDQGOLJKWXSWKHURRPQDWXUDOO\ Once you have selected your products and recorded the necessary dimensions, PHDVXUH\RXUEHGURRP±LQFOXGLQJGRRUZD\V±WRPDNHVXUHLWZLOO¿W'RQ¶W If your bedroom feels squashed and small, consider covering just one wall in mirrors. forget, you will also need to measure any other access points in your home This will create the illusion of increased area and the bedroom will look like it has which your selected products will be travelling through. doubled in size. To further spread light through your room simply put a bright lamp near your mirror. Tall mirrors can add emphasis beautifully to an empty corner of a bedroom bensons for beds furniture sizes The bedroom furniture we provide is measured in centimetres. Consider the shape of your bedroom )DFWRUVVXFKDVVL]HWKHSRVLWLRQLQJRIGRRUVDQGZLQGRZVDQGVORSLQJRUORZ ceilings in a bedroom will have an effect on what bedroom furniture you will choose. Wardrobes with sliding doors will help you avoid extra clutter in a small room, as will corner wardrobes which make good use of unused space. Also try and have \RXUGRRU¿WWHGVRWKDWLWRSHQVDJDLQVWDQXQXVHGZDOOWRLQYLWH\RXQLFHO\LQWRWKH room. If you have lots of bedroom space, consider an over-the-bed unit to make the most of the extra space on the wall. Bedroom furniture accessibility Before deciding on what bedroom you are going to choose, think about how you ZLOOJHWLWLQWRWKHKRXVH)RUH[DPSOHKRZZRXOG\RXVTXHH]HSUHDVVHPEOHG furniture into your home’s doorway? Or around corners and up stairs? If needed, we can provide you with a wide selection of bedroom furniture which can be mirror safety assembled on arrival to your home. Broken glass can be extremely dangerous, so minimise the risk of any mirror breaking in your home with these pointers: $OZD\VHQVXUHWKDW\RXUPLUURUKDVEHHQVHFXUHO\¿WWHGWRWKHZDOO Avoid placing your mirror behind any doors or drawers where it could get damaged Always clean with a fresh duster and glass cleaner Always follow the care instructions that are supplied with your mirror bedroom furniture: page 4
how light affects your bedroom’s colour scheme Why is it that one colour can look stunning in one bedroom and unwelcoming in another? A neutral colour for example can look stylish in one part of your home but grey and dull in another. The reason is the quality of the light that room receives, and that will vary depending on whether the room faces north, south, east or west. north-facing bedrooms The light in this room is cold and limited. But the light will remain steady, so it won’t change much throughout the course of the day. You’re best choosing light colours to make the most of the natural light available to you. Avoid grey and opt for pink, pale yellows or creamy whites. If you’re prepared to UHO\RQDUWL¿FLDOOLJKWWKHQDULFKHUFRORXUVXFKDVDUHGRUSXUSOHZLOOEULQJZDUPWKWR\RXUEHGURRP south-facing bedrooms These rooms are brimming with warm light, giving you the option of picking colours that are either warm (yellows, oranges, red) or cool (blue, violet, green). Just remember, with plenty of light already pouring into the room warm shades may be overbearing. So more subtle colourways may be a wiser choice. east-facing bedrooms This kind of bedroom will get most of its light in the mornings. That means your colours will look warmer and then get cooler as the day continues. If you don’t want your room to sparkle with colour in the early hours you should consider blackout blinds. west-facing bedrooms Light will hit this room in the afternoons, meaning your colours will be cooler in the morning and warmer in the evening. If you tend to be in your bedroom during the evenings then grey or cream-based neutrals that bring a spacious feel are probably your best choice of colour. Another option is to pick a cool colour that is complemented by warm light. If you’re not sure of what colour scheme to use in your bedroom décor, you could always paint some OLQLQJSDSHUZLWKWKHFRORXU\RX¶UHFRQVLGHULQJDQGKDQJLWRQWKHZDOOWRWHVWLWVHIIHFW¿UVW bedroom furniture: page 5
A wardrobe is a piece of furniture that the wardrobe guide is designed to dominate the room it is in. They are as much statement pieces as they are practical storage Getting the balance right between choosing an effective spaces, and a wardrobe’s size storage solution and a beautiful piece of bedroom furniture. makes it only second to the bed in terms of importance in the ranks of bedroom furniture. Wardrobes are a large investment, in every sense, which is why it is vital to take your time and choose wardrobe furniture that will complement the space and décor of your bedrooms for years to come. ,QWKLVZDUGUREHEX\LQJJXLGH\RXZLOO¿QGFOHDUDGYLFH on how to plan and successfully choose from our range of wardrobe furniture, starting with what you should be considering before looking at our wardrobe types. wardrobe storage requirements An important question you have to ask yourself is: will your new wardrobe suit the type of clothes you want it to VWRUH")RUH[DPSOHLI\RXDUHVWRULQJORQJFRDWVRUIXOO length dresses inside your wardrobe, you need to check WKHKHLJKWRIWKH¿[HGUDLOLQVLGHEHIRUHSXUFKDVH Consider the combination of wardrobe spaces you need to accommodate for your taste in clothing. That means choosing long hanging space for dresses and coats, double hanging space for trousers and blouses, and shelves for t-shirts, jumpers and accessories. The positioning of your bedroom wardrobes also needs serious consideration. To prevent from having a ‘cluttered- ORRNLQJ¶EHGURRPPDNHVXUH\RX¿W\RXUZDUGUREHDORQJ a wall with a foot or more of empty space both in front of it and on either side. This amount of room is also vital if you are considering putting a TV or some other form of home entertainment system in your wardrobe, as the doors will need to be left open.
what kind of wardrobe is right for you and your bedroom? A wardrobe’s design can be categorised in one of several ways: three-door wardrobes, difference between a double-door wardrobes, wardrobes with drawers, or wardrobes with sliding doors. There is a wardrobe and an armoire range of styles that can be applied to these categories. Here are some of the most common… A wardrobe is different from an armoire because it has a more streamlined shape, a simpler design without ornate carvings and the option of a bar for hanging clothes on the inside. did you know? The word origin for “wardrobe” is old norse. The first known use of the word “wardrobe” comes from the late middle ages, it is believed in the year 1387.[x] double-door wardrobes three-door and four-door wardrobes These are the most common traditional Triple (plus) wardrobes are the perfect hinged door wardrobes VS sliding door wardrobes wardrobes. They tend to include shelves on storage option for a big bedroom. Similar to slider wardrobes hinged wardrobes the inside for storing clothes and some also double-door wardrobes, there tends to be Sliding door wardrobes are the perfect wardrobe A great alternative to slider wardrobes, hinged have drawers below the door on the outside a bar built inside for hanging clothes and storage solution when space is limited or you want to wardrobe doors allow for access to the entire of the wardrobe. shelves feature too. Three-door and four- simply maximise bedroom space. A sliding mirror door wardrobe space at once, unlike sliding doors has a minimum of at least two panels. These panels that will conceal half of the wardrobe space door wardrobes can also include drawers. mirrored wardrobes run parallel of each other and slide along tracks at the when opened. Opting for a mirrored wardrobe door in your bottom of the doorway. freestanding wardrobes selection will save you having to hang a mirror )UHHVWDQGLQJZDUGUREHVSURYLGHDIDUPRUH Hinged doors are also easier to add to your One panel slides almost completely over the other on your bedroom walls. Plus it will make the UHOD[HGDQGLQGLYLGXDOVW\OHWKDQ¿WWHG bedroom design, as they aren’t as broad as (if you have two doors), giving you access to half the bedroom appear light and spacious. sliding doors. Before buying hinged wardrobes, ZDUGUREHV)UHHVWDQGLQJZDUGUREHVPD\ closet at any one time. If you have more than two panels consider if there is enough room for those doors also use a little more space but they are on your sliding door then access will be reduced. Corner wardrobes to be pulled open into your bedroom space. much more versatile, as you can move and &RUQHUZDUGUREHVFDQ¿WQHDWO\LQWRWKHFRUQHU change the bedroom layout. Plus, if you If you were to choose a standard wardrobe door then of your bedroom and provide an ideal way to decide to move you can take your bedroom you would have to pull it into the room space to open maximise your storage space, particularly for LW'R\RXKDYHWKHURRPIRUWKDW"7KDWVSDFHZRXOGQ¶W furniture with you. clothing and bedding. be needed if you opted for sliding doors. bedroom furniture: page 7
other things to consider before buying your wardrobe wardrobe colour scheme modern or traditional A wardrobe is a big investment and it is likely you are going to be wardrobe style? living with the colours you choose for a long time, so make sure you To achieve a bedroom look you are get your colour selection right. happy with, it is vital that you pick a 'HFLGHZKHWKHU\RXZDQWWRFKRRVHEHGURRPIXUQLWXUHWKDWZLOO complement your existing décor or whether you want your wardrobe(s) style and finish that complement your to be the centrepiece of your room with a standout colour. bedroom furniture and décor. There If you want your wardrobes to be subtle, choose a neutral colour. You are two main styles to consider: how to clean and organise will still have the option of adding more dramatic colours at a later date by changing your wallpaper or something as simple as your bed linen. your wardrobe space contemporary %HDULQPLQGWKDWWKHORRNRIDZDUGUREHLVJUHDWO\LQÀXHQFHGE\WKH wardrobes start at the bottom of the wardrobe±'RQ¶WOHDYH wood type or wood effect (colour) that is applied. There are FOXWWHURQWKHÀRRUVRI\RXUZDUGUREH'LJHYHU\WKLQJ Wardrobes with clean RXWDQGWU\DQG¿QGLWVRPHWHPSRUDU\VWRUDJH lighter-coloured wood effects such as oak, and the more traditional simple lines and stylish Consider getting a hanging shoe organiser to free darker wood effects, such as mahogany and walnut. touches consisting of up more bedroom space. wood-effect, mirror and glass are perfect for those prioritise the clothes you wear more – Go through that want to create a your wardrobe and take out everything you don’t when to choose a wardrobe with contemporary look and wear or rarely wear anymore. Organise these items a lighter-coloured wood effect feel that evokes a sense into one of two boxes: one box will be for the bin or Lighter coloured wood effects (tones that range from yellow of urban living. charity shop and the other will be for a separate to light brown) like our range of oak effects are versatile storage space. You should do this exercise at least enough to match most decors. A selection of them comes once a month to stay on top of clutter. traditional with tree ring growth marks that give surfaces of the wooden furniture a distinctive appearance. wardrobes how to hang your clothing – Hang the clothes Renowned for their you rarely wear towards the back of your wardrobe curvaceous style and and the clothes you wear often near the front. when to choose a wardrobe with simple oak effects or use of white, traditional wardrobes JHWKDQJHUVIRUVSHFL¿FW\SHVRIFORWKHV – Get a darker wood effect pant hangers for pants and skirt hangers for skirts can offer a timeless look Wardrobes with a darker wood effect tend to dominate a that works beautifully in and so on. The right hangers will keep your clothes room, creating a more dramatic impact on the bedroom most bedroom decors. IURPVOLSSLQJRQWRWKHÀRRUDQGPDNLQJDPHVV décor than lighter-coloured wardrobes. bedroom furniture: page 8
A chest of drawers is an chest of drawers guide essential piece of furniture in any bedroom. They are a A convenient storage space for all of your storage solution designed to favourite things suit your clothes, your space and your bedroom décor. How your chest(s) of drawers match your bed and wardrobe(s) is also vitally important. So all in all they give you lots to think about before making a purchase, which is why we’re here to help with our handy chest of drawers buying guide. Simply keep UHDGLQJDQGZH¶OOKHOS\RX¿QG\RXULGHDOFKHVWRI drawers in no time. what are chests of drawers? Also know as a dresser, bureau and bedside table, a chest of drawers is distinguished by the parallel layers of drawers that feature within it. The top layer RIWKHFKHVWRIGUDZHUVLVQRUPDOO\ÀDWDQGDFWV as a practical storage surface to place items such as jewellery, alarm clocks, photo frames and books for bedtime reading. It is common for chest of drawers to match a bedroom’s wardrobes. A chest of drawers can be perceived as the sister product to a wardrobe. They provide smaller items (like socks) to be put away without getting lost amongst your larger items of clothing, while your wardrobes will provide space to neatly hang clothes that are easily creased.
types of chest of drawers Finishes Wood and wood veneer When choosing your chest of drawers, you need to consider height, width, number of drawers and chests of drawers – style. However, they are by and large waist level with a single column of three to five drawers. There is Wood and wood veneer provide a sense of traditional style, also material and style to be considered, there are three of the main types. illustrating the beauty of wood and its grain. They usually are rectangular in shape and have drawer chest choosing a chest of drawers short legs in each corner to A chest of drawers (also known as a bureau) conventionally contains Everyone’s storage needs are different. Whether you SURWHFWWKHÀRRULQJ7KHLU three long and two short parallel, horizontal drawers. They were need deep drawers to store jumpers or multiple small drawers are normally long and traditionally made to store clothing, particularly clothes and socks and drawers for a large amount of accessories, there are deep to ensure plenty of space. they can be a very handsome addition to your bedroom. However, they plenty to choose from at Bensons for Beds. Here a few can potentially store a wide variety of belongings, including jewellery and little tips to keep you on track when choosing the right books, and they act as a convenient storage solution. chest of drawers for your bedroom: White chest of drawers White chest of drawers provide top tips a clean and minimalist drawer dresser : KHQGHFLGLQJRQWKHVL]HRI\RXUFKHVWRIGUDZHUV approach to bedroom décor. 'UHVVHUVDUHZLGHUDQGORZHUWKDQFKHVWRIGUDZHUV7KH\ZHUHFUHDWHG measure the bedroom you are planning to put them in Being a neutral colour it is LQWKFHQWXU\:DOHVZKHUHWKH\EHJDQDSSHDULQJLQWKHKRPHVRIWKH ¿UVWDQGPDNHVXUHWKH\¿WWKHURRP highly versatile and blends in gentry and were used to display highly valued tableware. However, in the ,I\RXUEHGURRPKDVOLPLWHGVSDFHFRQVLGHUDWDOOFKHVW well with any less subtle 21st century they are a piece of bedroom furniture that will aesthetically splashes of design you want to 0 DNHVXUH\RXUFKHVWRIGUDZHUVGRHVQRWREVWUXFWWKH ground your design by acting as the centrepiece of your bedroom décor. add to your bedroom interior. opening of the bedroom door. As well as help organise your bedroom and be a valuable storage solution. ,I\RXUEHGURRPÀRRULVXQHYHQORRNIRUDFKHVWRI drawers with adjustable legs. Mirrored chest of drawers tallboy . HHS\RXUFKHVWRIGUDZHUVDZD\IURPDQ\UDGLDWRUVRU Mirrored chest of drawers are A tallboy usually features a double chest of drawers and wardrobe on extreme sunlight, as wood deforms and fades when ideal if you have a bedroom with WRS,WLVDGHYHORSPHQWRIWKHWKFHQWXU\FKHVW7DOOER\VDUHQDUURZHU exposed to heat. OLWWOHVSDFH/LJKWZLOOUHÀHFWRII and taller than other types of chest of drawer, making them ideal for the mirrored surfaces to create bedrooms with limited space. This style is also useful if you are looking the illusion of light and space. to store longer garments such as dresses. chest of drawers storage and usage This type of chest of drawers will Historically, chest of drawers were used to store provide your bedroom with a real VSHFL¿FFORWKLQJLWHPV7RGD\WKH\DUHZLGHO\XVHG style statement. However, drawer bedside cabinet to store important documents such as passports mirrored chest of drawers do These are traditionally small chests of drawers that are a practical size and utility bills. Some people even add small boxes need lots of care as marks show and height to slot nicely next your bed. They serve as a bedside table to their drawers to organise their smaller items and up easily when their surfaces are that provides you with a space to put your alarm clock, glasses and a keep them from getting lost in the drawer. So touched and glass is likely to lamp plus their drawers provide a convenient storage unit for other items. EHIRUH\RXSXUFKDVHDVHWRIGUDZHUV¿UVWFRQVLGHU break when damaged. These days they are also useful for storing our every day electrical what you will be storing inside of them. devices and their chargers. bedroom furniture: page 10
A dressing table is designed the dressing table guide to be your own little sanctuary, a place to relax while preparing to look your best. Add a splash of luxury to your bedroom It’s also an elegant piece of décor while reducing clutter furniture that stores away your treasured possessions while adding character and a touch of luxury to your bedroom. Whether you’re looking for a dressing table for somewhere to apply make-up or as extra bedroom storage space, here a few things you should know before you buy. history of the dressing table 'UHVVLQJWDEOHV DOVRNQRZQDVWRLOHWWDEOHV and vanity tables) came into fashion in the WKFHQWXU\+LVWRULFDOO\WKH\IHDWXUHVHYHUDO drawers to keep items out of sight when not in use, include a cushioned stool to sit on and tend to feature a mirror on top of its surface. Over the years the design of the dressing table KDVHYROYHGIURPRUQDWH)UHQFKGUHVVLQJWDEOHV to 1950s Ercol dressing tables. That progression in style leaves today’s bedroom furniture buyer with a wide variety of styles to choose from. Those who want something more contemporary can opt for simpler designs that use cleaner lines and natural wood effects. If something more decorative is desired, there are more ÀDPER\DQWGHVLJQVWKDWXVHPDWHULDOVLQFOXGLQJ glass and metals to give your bedroom more of a style statement.
planning for your dressing table dressing table tip Before choosing a dressing table, first decide where you want to put it in Shallow drawers are your bedroom. You can then take measurements of that space and make ideal for jewellery sure you have enough room. Remember, you’re not just measuring the and toiletries, while required space for the dressing table, but the walking space around it. deeper, wider drawers are better for clothes If you want to put your dressing table in an alcove, skirting boards and and lingerie. radiator pipes will have to be taken into consideration. choosing a dressing table dressing table style accessorise with stools and chairs 7KH¿UVWWKLQJ\RXQHHGWRFRQWHPSODWHLVKRZPXFKVWRUDJH What style of dressing table will work in your bedroom? If you are not buying a dressing table as part of a set, space you have for your dressing table. Is there enough to )RUH[DPSOHFODVVLFGUHVVLQJWDEOHVWHQGWREHD including a chair or stool, then check the distance from accommodate for the features that usually come with it such pedestal shape with drawers on both sides and space the table to where the chair/stool will be positioned. as a mirror and chair/stool? Plus, if you are applying make-up do in the middle to sit. They offer ample storage but they are $SSUR[LPDWHO\FPVKRXOGEHSOHQW\ you have a large enough surface area to lie out your cosmetics. relatively large so a big room with lots of space is a must. When choosing between a chair and stool, remember Other considerations that need to be made are making sure your Contemporary dressing tables have a simpler style with that a stool can be tucked away underneath the dressing desired dressing table matches the rest of the furniture in your minimal detailing. They are usually smaller than classic table to give you more space. So perhaps a stool is a bedroom. The easiest way to do that is choose a neutral colour dressing tables, making them more practical for smaller better option if you have a small bedroom. However, if or wood/wood effect, so it complements your bedroom décor. bedrooms. However, you should also bear in mind that you have a larger bedroom choose a stylish chair that Alternatively, you can create a look for your bedroom based on they provide a little less storage too. truly leaves an impression and beautifully complements one of our ranges. your dressing table. bedroom furniture: page 12
At Bensons for Beds not only do we bedroom furniture provide a wide range of size options but also an impressive array of finishes. From traditional solid oak to styles and sizes contemporary high gloss, we have bedroom furniture styles to suit all Create a space that is all your own tastes – including online exclusive ranges available at the Bensons for Beds website. With over 20 bespoke finishes, a choice of colour options and style combinations to choose from, tailoring your bedroom to create a unique look is so easy and satisfying. Most of our ranges are available in a choice of carcase colours and several have a wide range of drawer and door front finishes with sliding door options. A glass finish complemented with LED lighting is one of our most popular current choices, providing a sleek design to your bedroom while creating the illusion of additional space. Read about our Porto range inside this section of the buying guide to find out more.
shaker style modern style how to add to your The clean and soft, shaker inspired lines offer a This style can bring a light and airy feel to your bedroom. It uses mellow warmth that can radiate your bedroom. shaker-style inspired clean, smooth and simple lines that make for an elegant range of bedroom decor bedroom furniture. about shaker style If you are looking for a simple and about modern style Shaker style is and always has been driven by soothing bedroom to sleep in colour options utility and simplicity. Hundreds of years ago the night after night then you should Two essentials of good design is a strong emphasis on line and form, Shakers were developing innovative furniture both of which are given the utmost of focus in modern design. When and benefits up the ante on the Shaker style. such as chairs with a low, single-slat back, which Some of the key features for applied, modern style will give your bedroom energy and a design that White – This a very neutral could slide under tables or hang on wall pegs making the most of this look are: will emphasise light and space. Because there isn’t any clutter, every colour tone that is versatile ZKHQQRWLQXVH)UHHVWDQGLQJ6KDNHUFDVH piece has to have a high impact on the overall décor of the bedroom. enough to blend with many IXUQLWXUHZDVDOVRDOZD\VEXLOWWR¿WWRVSHFL¿F Choosing a wooden bed other colours. It can help Modern design in interior design refers to ‘Mid Century Modern’, a style areas of the bedroom to maximise space>@. Keep your colour palette simple. create a clean, stylish and that was created between the 1920s and 1950s. It is characterised White and natural wood tones relaxing environment that by its clean, simple lines, use of natural materials such as wood and history of shaker style are a good option. minimalist approach to colour. has a timeless style[9]. Shaker style originated from the United Society Keep the room tidy and of Believers in Christ’s Second Appearing, uncluttered with clever where to find modern style bedroom furniture Beech effect – This is a commonly known as the Shakers. They carried storage solutions>@. light wood colour that adds At Bensons for Beds Lima is one of our most modern styles. It creates warmth, and its uniform out the largest communal experiment in a light and airy feel thanks to its smooth and simple lines. The range is appearance makes a room American history, which was at its peak during not only designed to be practical, but elegant too – creating the ideal seem airy. The beech tree, the mid-nineteenth century. where to find backdrop for your interior to standout. an elegant tree that is a 6KDNHUVFDPHWR$PHULFDIURP(QJODQGLQ Shaker style The Lima furniture collection offers lots of choice. There is an array of native of the British Isles[10], Their community prided itself on being self- different drawers and bed styles to choose from as well as an overbed inspires this colour. bedroom furniture VXI¿FLHQWZKLFKWKH\HQGHDYRXUHGWRVHSDUDWH unit . Plus a selection of large, mirrored sliding door wardrobes and themselves from the outside world. That At Bensons for Beds our Willow KLQJHGGRRUVLQVROLGSDQHOPLUURURUFRPELQHG¿QLVKHV7KHWKUHH Walnut effect – This is a independence is illustrated in their distinct range is inspired by Shaker style. colour options available are white, beech effect and walnut effect. dark and rich colour, a craftwork that was inspired by the principles of It uses clean inspired lines that combination of chocolatey The Lima bedroom furniture range requires assembly and is delivered utility and simplicity, the results being a minimalist are complemented beautifully by tones that brings character with an easy to follow set of instructions. design of the highest quality. the warmth of solid ash with and warmth to a bedroom. ash veneers. The colour is inspired from Every piece is perfectly the walnut, an edible seed proportioned and includes an from the juglan tree, which attractive 6 drawer sideboard is thought to have been in style chest. The Willow bedroom cultivation in the UK furniture range is delivered since pre-assembled, with only the Roman handles needing to be attached. times[11]. bedroom furniture: page 14
timeless style urban chic :RRGHQIXUQLWXUHZLWKDVPRRWK¿QLVKDQGURXQGHG origins and benefits Urban chic style is inspired from ultra modern design. It uses drawer front HGJHGHWDLOLQJFDQIRUPDPRGHUQÀDYRXUWKDWLVDOVR of ash wood sharp lines to create a dramatic, uncluttered look that’s perfect colour options timeless and removed from fashion trends. for anyone wanting an über cool bedroom that would look at bedroom furniture and benefits home in any city apartment. Ash is the fourth most about timeless style common tree in Britain with Bedroom furniture that features smooth, solid wood is PLOOLRQRIWKHPLQWKH about urban chic style strong, timeless and holds a natural beauty that country[12]. Its name originates 8UEDQFKLFVW\OHGUDZVLWVLQÀXHQFHVIURPPRGHUQLVPDQDUW Alpine white – Clean, makes it perfect in either modern or traditional homes. IURPROG(QJOLVKZLWKLWV¿UVW movement that began in the late 19th century. Carved wood contemporary and It is a look that is designed to stay looking good for known use dating back to and fabrics began to be replaced in the furniture industry by versatile enough to blend years to come. [13]. geometric polished metal. This style embraced sharp lines that in with a wide range of saved rooms from looking cluttered while creating a striking look. other colours and decors. Until the industrial revolution all furniture was made Ash is a strong and durable out of wood. Now materials such as plastic, metal, wood considering its weight leather and glass are also used. However, wooden where to find Urban chic style and is renowned for being furniture still holds an important place in the bedroom versatile. This wood strongly bedroom furniture furniture industry. There are now also a larger, more resembles oak but it is more Virginia oak effect – Iconic The Porto bedroom furniture collection has sharp lines and modern variety of wooden furniture styles. These affordable. Ash wood is also of the old south, Virginia the option of a smooth Black, White or Sahara coloured glass strike the perfect balance of having a younger more PRUHÀH[LEOHPDNLQJLWLGHDO oak is a light coloured wood ¿QLVKWRSURYLGHWKHXOWLPDWHLQFLW\FKLFGHVLJQ modern look, while still paying homage to the for use when creating more effect that makes your room traditional qualities of wooden furniture. decorative bedroom 7KHVPRRWKJODVVGRRUVUHÀHFWOLJKWWRFUHDWHDVHQVHRIPRUH feel larger and airier. Its light furniture[14]. This wood has room and are available in white, sahara, black or a mirrored tone makes the colour more yellow and brown, freshly ¿QLVK7KHUHLVDOVRWKHRSWLRQRI/('OLJKWLQJWKDWUHÀHFWV contemporary than a where to find timeless style sanded colour tone that tends beautifully against the glass front wardrobe doors, which are traditional oak décor. bedroom furniture to change over time by slightly available as hinged doors or sliding doors. You can also darkening to a straw tan. choose solid fronts to match your carcase. At Bensons for Beds our Hip Hop selection offers a timeless bedroom style thanks to its smooth, light The matching Porto bed features individual headboard cushions ¿QLVKDQGEHDXWLIXOO\URXQGHGHGJHV in a choice of sahara, white or anthracite. They are the perfect American walnut ¿QLVKLQJWRXFKHVWRWKLVXOWUDPRGHUQEHGURRPGpFRU The Hip Hop range is made from solid ash and ash effect – Commonly used veneers to provide it with youthful good looks and to Parts of the Porto range come conveniently pre-assembled, LQ¿QHIXUQLWXUH$PHULFDQ inject new life into a timeless look, which is only simply attach the handles and you are done. walnut is a rich brown that enhanced by its large chrome handles. LVFRPPRQO\IRXQGLQ¿QH furniture. The walnut The Hip Hop range offers a stylish and practical array family of trees inspires it of storage solutions. Choose from drawers, wardrobes and it is a wood with a and even an ottoman bed that has a deep bed frame history that stretches back which conceals a huge storage area underneath that to colonial times. Many provides extra space. American families still use Most of the Hip Hop bedroom furniture collection walnut wood for their comes conveniently pre-assembled, simply attach the homes and barns>@ handles to complete the look. bedroom furniture: page 15
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scandinavian style Renowned for its simplicity, functionality and beauty, Scandinavian about Scandinavian design VW\OHLVDVWULSSHGEDFNDSSURDFKWRGHVLJQWKDWDSSOLHVÀDZOHVV 'HQPDUN6ZHGHQDQG1RUZD\DUHWKHFRXQWULHVWKDWKHOSHG craftsmanship and clean lines for an understated elegance. to establish Scandinavian design. It is described as being relatively minimalist with clean simple lines. Scandinavian Muted tones and minimal decoration are features of this style, as design takes away any unnecessary elements to create highly they can increase the sense of light in a bedroom. functional and beautiful everyday products. The concept is known as “beautiful things that make your life where to find Scandinavian style better” and it is often referred to as democratic design, because bedroom furniture of its aim to be desirable to everyone through products that The Tilda bedroom collection brings out the best in Scandinavian are accessible and affordable[15]. style through its blend of straight sleek lines and curves with splashes of neutral colour. The style is minimal, modern and history of Scandinavian design effortlessly chic by applying the perfect balance of a classic wood Means were limited in Northern Europe during the late 19th effect with white pepper fronts. century. So products were required to be functional, and this was the basis of all design during this period. However, subtle Tilda includes a matching bed frame that complements its modern decorative qualities from the art movements in that era such take on cosy elegance and is available in three colour combinations – wenge shiraz, sonoma oak effect and white pepper. colour options and benefits as simple, elegant lines began to emerge in product design. Wenge shiraz – Wenge is Such art movements came from local institutions, including The Tilda range requires assembly and is delivered with an easy to a dark brown colour that is WKHZHOOUHVSHFWHG6ZHGLVK6RFLHW\RI,QGXVWULDO'HVLJQ±DQ follow set of instructions. inspired by real wenge wood. DVVRFLDWLRQWKDWZDVHVWDEOLVKHGLQWRUDLVHDQGXSKROG It is chocolate coloured with high standards in crafts-related professions. amber highlights and a strong partridge wood pattern. ,QWKHHDUO\WKFHQWXU\LQGXVWULDOLVDWLRQVDZDJUHDWHULQÀX[ Wenge is a tropical timber of people move from the countryside to cities. This led the that is indigenous to African 6ZHGLVK6RFLHW\RI,QGXVWULDO'HVLJQWRSXWPRUHHPSKDVLV countries, such as the into one of their main objectives, encourage design that the Cameroon, Peoples Republic general public could access and appreciate. Mass products of Congo, and Gabon[16]. of high aesthetic quality began emerging. Exhibitions about Scandinavian design took place throughout Europe and Sonoma oak – Sonoma oak 1RUWK$PHULFD2QHRIWKH¿UVWZDVWKH6WRFNKROP([KLELWLRQ has a diverse grain pattern, in 1930, where functionalism was the focus. with a grained texture. It is a light coloured wood grain that The term “Scandinavian design” originates from a design show can be found in California. of the same name that toured across America and Canada Sonoma County in California IURPWR9DULRXVSLHFHVRIZRUNIURP1RUGLF is home to several families of designers were exhibited that expressed beautiful, clean and RDN$OWRJHWKHUWKHUHDUH simple designs that were home in a domestic setting[15]. species and 30 varieties that ÀRXULVKDFURVVWKHVWDWH>@. bedroom furniture: page 17
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bedroom furniture care finishes Solid wood furniture Buying bedroom furniture is an investment, that’s why it’s The most luxurious of all our important that you treat your choice of bed frame, furniture. It shows the natural beauty of wood with its grain, knots and wardrobes and chest of drawers with the utmost of care. variations of colour that can change This how-to guide will tell you how to do just that with the over time, to give your furniture its unique characteristics and look. minimum of fuss. Wood veneer furniture They look similar to solid wood, but how to clean glass cost a fraction of the price. They use There are a number of ways to clean glass, and you don’t even need thin layers of real wood to create chemicals to do it well. One of the fastest and most effective options is PRUHGHFRUDWLYH¿QLVKHV DQ(FORWK6LPSO\XVHLWZLWKDVSUD\ERWWOH¿OOHGZLWKZDWHUDQG\RX will see those smudges and grime disappear in no time. :RRGHIIHFW¿QLVKIXUQLWXUH This material has all the look of solid Another option is a bit of an odd combination, but the results will prove or veneer wood but for a fraction WR\RXWKDWLWZRUNVZRQGHUV)LUVWJHW\RXUVHOIDELWRIYLQHJDUZDWHU of the cost of the real thing. Some and newspaper. Use the water to dilute the vinegar and apply it to the ZRRGHIIHFW¿QLVKHVDOVRKDYHDQ dirty glass surface using a lint-free cloth. Then, buff the windows with embossed grain-effect that feel like crumpled newspaper and see them shine[22]. real furniture too. Wood-effect furniture has some advantages over real how to clean wood wood too: it’s easy to wipe clean, the Wooden surfaces are particularly vulnerable from hot items, so any colour and appearance is more even hot spills need to be wiped up immediately. Coasters and placemats and it’s stain-, scratch- and are an essential purchase to ensure you protect wooden surfaces. warp-resistant so it’s especially ideal Spillages are also potentially harmful as if it is left on wood it will rot for younger families. A wood-effect and deteriorate, so wipe them up right away too[23]. ¿QLVKLVDKHDY\ZHLJKWIRLORUSDSHU YHQHHUZKLFKLV¿[HGWR0')RUKLJK density particle board. how to clean wood veneer Wood veneer has a thin sheet of natural wood that covers the surface High gloss furniture of the furniture. It’s an affordable way to get the look of hardwood 7KLVKLJKVKHHQ¿QLVKFUHDWHVORRNV while avoiding the cost. To take care of it, clean wood veneer with mild that are totally cool and contemporary products and avoid the use of wax or oil-based polishes. You should or totally luxurious. also keep wood veneer out of direct sunlight to prevent fading. bedroom furniture: page 19
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