Some Great Bedroom Decoration Ideas

Many bedrooms tend to get neglected. Get your minds out of the gutter, I'm talking about through decoration. My first apartment bedroom was so boring that it would put you to sleep...no pun intended....

Many people honestly think that all you need is a bed, a bed stand, an alarm clock, and a dresser for your bedroom to be good to go. That's awesome if you want your bedroom being as boring a hospital room.

We spend countless hours decorating our living areas, so why forget about the bedroom? And I will not accept the excuse that you don't spend money or time with the bedroom because no one sees it but you. You know that's not true or at least you know that you hope that's not true.

There are a number of ideas out there for decorating your bedroom in many different ways. A contemporary bedroom looks clean, smooth, and is easy to obtain. Check out these ideas for contemporizing your apartment bedroom:

Black and White- This is common, but it looks really awesome. Do everything in black and white. It says sophistication, while creating a fun energy. A white bedspread with black pillows or black and white throws is the way to go. Plus, its hard to see drool on a black pillow. You might also decorate the wall with black and white photos of your friends in black frames. This is my favorite and a very sleek look.

Combine Some Styles- You might try decorating your room in a combination of contemporary and traditional. Add a flare of traditional with a floral printed pair of throw pillows or throw blanket on a bed with otherwise solid color. This leaves some flexibility with your wall decoration and table pieces. You could go contemporary with styled art, or you could go traditional with flowers and patterns. Remember...traditional is full of color and patterns and modern is a smooth solid color feel.

Be Bold- You like to make statements? Well be bold in your design with vibrant color and many patterns. Have fun with all your decorating. Try bold, matching black and white patterns for the bedspread, wall paper, etc and off set these with vibrant colorful accessories. It will definitely make a statement.

Class and a Wooden Bed Frame- Add some class to your wood toned bed frame. Get a tan bedspread to offset the dark wood. Use dark throw pillow covers. Make sure to have a good combination of light and dark varying shades of brown and tan. Don't go with black or white...these will not match your wooden bed frame.

The important thing to remember is that you should decorate how YOU want to. In the end this is your bedroom and you are the one who has to live in it, so you may as well love it. Good luck!

Know any good bedroom decorating tips? Leave them as a comment below and let me know!

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Pendant Lights Make A Great Design Idea

There are many accent pieces in today's modern design. They come in a variety of functional and attractive pieces such as pendant lights, also known as drop lights. Unlike most chandeliers that are elegant but can be quite expensive, these lights can offer contemporary style without your having to spend too much. While designs can vary from simple to lavish, even the most extravagant and unusual can be particularly striking in most modern homes.

Many pendant lights available today can be bought individually but may come in sets of three or five. They can be made of a variety of materials such as glass, plastic, and metals. There are also organic materials used such as wood, bamboo, rattan and other interesting natural sources. They can be installed in dining areas, kitchen countertops, or even in modern bathrooms to give that necessary lighting.

Appropriate design should be considered when adding these lights to any homes. Since they are fitted with lights which make them easily noticeable, they should match the theme of the room to become effectively functional and attractive. Traditional drop lights made of attractive colored and painted glasses are well suited for traditional homes. They can give that timeless elegance and warmth to any rooms in the house.

Materials such as woven rattan and bamboo can lend that natural appeal and are usually fitted with other eco-friendly fittings. They can also be used as accent pieces in bedrooms and living rooms to provide subdued lighting for that warm atmosphere. They usually feature delicate silhouettes of intricately handcrafted weaves.

Contemporary metal and plastic lights, which can be more of an art piece than lighting fixtures, can be a stunning accent in modern homes. With their sleek design and construction, they can easily bring different contemporary furnishings together. Often they come in bizarre designs which can be used carefully only by the more adventurous homeowners, otherwise, they can appear as an unnecessary clutter. However, when properly chosen, they can become very striking accents.

There are several factors in choosing pendant lights. Aside from quality construction, energy consumption should also be considered. These lights come in halogen and incandescent models that can be high energy consumers. Fluorescent models have also been made available and are cheaper on the electric bill as compared to others. These are usually preferred only for utility lighting as they give off white light that is usually not really popular as mood lighting. However, recent innovations in lighting technology have led to the development of more economical lights such as LED lights. They consume less energy and are long-lasting and eco-friendly.

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Great Theme Ideas For Teenager Bedrooms

If you have a teen at home, then you know that decorating a teenager bedroom is not the easiest thing in the world. Some teens will know exactly what they want, but it just may not be possible with the budget you have. Other teens may just not care what their room looks like. If you are coming up short on theme ideas for teenager bedrooms, then here are some great ones to consider.

Theme Ideas for a Teen Girl's Bedroom

Some teen girls may just want to go with a color scheme when it comes to their bedroom. Pink and brown, turquoise and brown, and purple and white are very common color schemes for a girl's bedroom. There are plenty of accessories and fabrics that you can find to match these types of color schemes.

A popular bedroom theme for a teen girl is the glamorous style. Even though this theme may sound quite expensive, you can find accessories, furniture, and other décor items that fit the theme but will not break your budget. Look for things with jeweled or glittery accents. A fake glass chandelier with a leopard print lamp on the nightstand would work great in this type of room.

Another popular theme for a teen girl's bedroom is the modern or funky style. This is definitely a style that you will need some input from your teenager on. A modern style can consist of unusual or contemporary artwork, designs and patterns on the wall, and bright colors. Be sure that if you do go with this theme for the bedroom, that it is not too out there so that your teen doesn't get tired of it within a few months.

Some other great theme ideas for a teen girl's bedroom are:

·        French theme

·        Black and white theme

·        Stripes and shapes theme

·        Floral theme

·        Romantic theme

·        Cheerleading or dance theme

Theme Ideas for a Teen Boy's Bedroom

Most teen boys don't have that much interest in what their bedroom theme is unless they are truly passionate about a hobby or activity. Some teen boys will simply just want a color scheme for their bedroom and will leave it at that. If your teen boy is like that, you can choose a color scheme that is more than just black or blue. Involve other colors like turquoise, green, red, yellow, brown, and orange to add some more color into the room.

One of the most popular bedroom themes for a teen boy is a sports related theme. It could concentrate on just one sport such as baseball or basketball, or it could be a general sports theme. It could also be decorated in their favorite professional or collegiate team as well. A sports theme is pretty easy to decorate as long as you make sure that you don't go too overboard and clutter the room with everything sports.

Another popular theme for a teen boy's bedroom is a car theme. If your son loves cars, whether they are old classic cars or the current hot racing cars, there are plenty of ideas that can go into a car theme. Pictures of cars can be framed and hung on the walls while a mural of a speedway can be painted on the walls.

Some other great ideas for a teen boy's bedroom are:

·        Music theme

·        Skateboarding theme

·        Technology theme

·        Surfing theme

·        Camouflage theme

·        Wilderness theme

Decorating a teen's bedroom should be a fun experience for both parents and kids. By suggesting some of these great theme ideas, you may just score some parent points with your teen.

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