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[T124]Teenage Bedroom Decorating Ideas
by H John Johnsen, H J

Bedrooms are frequently redecorated in many homes. We look around at the new bedroom items in the stores and feel our room is outdated. However; when you think about it - it is only outdated because you saw newer items. There is no need to go out and purchased new bedding; unless of course; you are catering to heads of state. And even then; you really don't need to go crazy and shatter your budget.

The quickest way to a new look is a splash of paint. Even if you use the same color (because you had paint left over), a fresh coat of color reinvigorates the room, makes it look cleaner, newer. If you've grown tired of your wall color, choose a new one. To start painting you need to drape protective cloths over the furniture. Most often – painting can cause you to think of others ways to rejuvenate the room.

You can also use wallpaper to change the look of a room; but it is much more work than painting. So; you may want to consider using faux finishes to spruce up the walls. Instead of purchasing books on faux finishes and decorative painting; check your public library to get some ideas.

If your budget is extremely limited, you might start by adding new pillow shams. Usually sold as a separate piece from comforters, sheets, or pillowcases, a sham is a highly decorative pillow covering. If you find a great deal on pillow shams you should buy them and fill them with plain foam pillows. Have you ever seen bedrooms in the fancy magazines? What do you see but; beds with loads of pillows to give the room a very sumptuous and relaxing look. The more pillows the better.

A new comforter or bedspread is another way to redecorate your bedroom inexpensively; but buy only during sales. Check local malls for discount linen stores, or browse the Internet for great deals on beautiful, but cheap comforters and bed skirts. Even flea markets sell overstocked items such as sheets and bedspreads and a great pricing. Of course; you can always bargain with the shop owner for a better price.

A simple way to create a coordinated look without spending a lot of money is to use bed sheets to make window treatments. Often, comforters are sold in "bed sets," which contain the comforter, as well as a fitted sheet, flat sheet and pillowcases. Since you sheets will usually be covered by the comforter, you can use the fitted and flat sheets as material to frame bedroom windows. If you don't sew, use the special "no-sew" fabric glue sold in craft and fabric stores to hem a nice edge. In a pinch, you can hold a hem using a hot glue gun.

Decorating or redecorating a bedroom is often a matter of changing one or two elements. Remember; if you have a guest room to make it as nice as your own bedroom. you want your guests to be comfortable. Try adding some scented candles and fresh cut flowers to the room to give your guests a true ‘welcome' feeling.


In today's world more and more people are looking to decorate their bedroom and make it a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of every day life but many people do not know how to define their own bedroom decorating style. Hopefully the ideas shown below will provide some inspiration when considering a way in which to achieve this result.

1. Use a particular theme. For something just little bit different why not replicate a favourite holiday or vacation you have taken and enjoyed. Say you happened to visit Hawaii then start with a bamboo headboard and look at using a island colour scheme, full of bold prints and colours. By the use of plants you will be able to recreate the lush outdoors that you saw whilst on your holiday. However it is important that you stick to natural fabrics (cotton etc.,) and by adding a quality potpourri in bowls around the room will remind you of the smells of that tropical paradise. To add that final touch then use naturally woven wooden blinds.

2. Bedding. There are a large array of amazing colours and prints that are now available for bedding and a good decorating trick is to use the bedding to dictate the colour scheme of your room. Also wherever possible go for the plusher comforters and duvets and sheets with the highest thread count to add that extra hint of luxury to your design. Remember you want your bedroom to be inviting and desirable.

3. If you want to achieve a more contemporary design to your bedroom then try using neutral colours with nice accent colours instead. Remember it should look crisp and clean (avoid floral's as they will not sit right). Always have as little clutter or items on show as possible to make the look right.

4. When trying to create that romantic look go for soft lighting and think plush, ensure that you have lots of pillows and fabrics that are soft and pleasurable to the touch. It may be wise to invest in a good quality sound system with the speakers discreetly placed around the room which will envelope you in mood setting music. It is important to use colours of a softer nature and which you personally appeal to you. Why not try soft pinks or light greens. The whole idea with this style is to surround yourself in luxury to in order to create the perfect romantic retreat.

Your bedroom decorating style should be an extension of your personality. Think about what you like and decorate your bedroom around that. Decorating can be fun and easy if you just relax and let your creative side come out. Then end result will be a bedroom you can enjoy and be proud of!
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