The bedroom should be a place of rest and convey an inviting overall impression. In many households, however, bedrooms are more reminiscent of chaotic junk rooms that radiate anything but coziness. We reveal practical tips for designing your retreat in an appealing way and promoting restful sleep.
Creating order and staging atmospherically
While clutter generally has a negative effect on well-being, the consequences are often particularly noticeable in the bedroom. If you are reminded of unfinished tasks in the evening by clothes lying around, ironing, computers, and documents, it is highly likely that you will be subconsciously kept awake by them. You will find it harder to relax. With the help of functional bedroom furniture, you can easily create order and ensure a calming ambiance. Advantageous are furniture with closed fronts, because they make various small items disappear behind cabinet doors and drawers. Open shelves, on the other hand, quickly appear restless and can stimulate thinking due to the many visual stimuli. To give spacious bedrooms more comfort, the editorial team of a furniture retailer at wohnen.de recommends dividing the room into living zones by placing practical small furniture: "A bed bench, for example, can hold your clothes or serve as a seat when putting on your shoes." Large areas or niches are also excellent for creating separate dressing zones. A separated area ensures a tidy overall picture because, for example, valet stands with clothes are placed behind opaque room dividers. You can create an inviting atmosphere with an upholstered armchair that can serve for reading and is decoratively staged. Combined with a round rug and a flexible reading lamp, a small feel-good zone for retreating is created.
If space is lacking, multifunctional bedroom furniture is advantageous. In general, furniture should be used sparingly in small and narrow rooms. Unnecessary small furniture would quickly create an oppressive impression here. A reduced interior creates the necessary freedom for an inviting mood. Light colors visually expand the bedroom and promote the positive charm of the room.
Tip: When buying furniture, watch out for hidden indoor pollutants! Many inferior products contain formaldehyde resins, plasticizers, and solvents. Irritated mucous membranes, allergies, headaches, and many other complaints can be the result. Opt for high-quality solid wood furniture and thus reduce the risk of harmful substances! Details on the health risks of indoor pollutants can be found at umweltbundesamt.at read.
Qualitative textiles for well-being
Textiles immediately give every living landscape a homely character. In the bedroom, you can contribute significantly to coziness with curtains, rugs, pillows, and cuddly bedding. Coordinate textiles by color and create a harmonious furnishing concept! Natural fibers such as cotton, linen, or silk are recommended. For bed sheets and covers for duvets and pillows, you should be particularly critical in your material selection. After all, these textiles come into direct contact with your skin. Here are some recommendations:
- Seersucker: The traditional materials of this crepe fabric are silk and cotton. The special feature is the three-dimensional surface structure. It promotes air circulation, feels cozy, and is iron-free.
- Renforcé: This flat cotton fabric is known for its high durability, pleasant feel, and good moisture absorption. Ideally suited for summer because it balances temperature.
- Beaver (Flannel): A cotton fabric characterized by an extremely fluffy structure. It is an excellent choice for winter.
No electrical appliances in the bedroom!
Avoid electronic devices in the bedroom! Not only because of potential electrosmog, but also because smartphones, televisions, and the like confront your eyes in active mode with blue light, which keeps you unnecessarily awake. Only when it is dark does the body produce the sleep hormone melatonin. Browsing on your smartphone or late-night television watching can cause falling asleep problems and disturb your night's rest.
Create a healthy sleeping climate!
Restful sleep is indispensable for lasting health. Not only are energy stores recharged, but the immune system also works at full speed. "Studies prove that the effect of a vaccination or the recovery process from a simple cold is improved and accelerated by sufficient sleep," states the patient information at schlafmedizin.at, the website of the Austrian Society for Sleep Medicine and Sleep Research. In addition to personal habits and furnishings, you should not underestimate the effects of the room climate on your sleep quality. If it is too warm or there is a lack of oxygen, this can contribute to sleep disorders. A temperature between 16 °C and 19 °C is advisable. Ventilate before going to bed so that sufficient fresh air is available for the night's rest. Use the method of shock or cross-ventilation for this! The humidity should be in the range between 40 and 55 percent.
