Have a Guest Bedroom Ready for Guests

With the December holidays just on the horizon, it is time to make sure that your guest bedroom is ready for guests and we offer some tips on how to do this without stressing out.

Organize Your Cluttered Beauty Vanity

Here's how to organize your vanity from start to finish so that when all is said and done, your space will look neat and beautiful.

Stylish Mirror Ideas

Adding a stylish mirror can be the ideal way to give any room an instant face-lift.

How to Make a Bedroom Feel Larger in 6 Easy Steps

We spend a large amount of time in our bedrooms and it doesn't take much before it starts to feel cluttered and claustrophobic to follow these tips to make your bedroom feel larger.

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Does Thread Count of Bed Sheets Matter

High thread count doesn't necessarily mean that bed sheets will be softer or better quality and here's why.

How to Make Your Bedroom Warmer This Winter

Here are some tips to make a bedroom little warmer without turning up the thermostat and increasing your household bills.

Why Investing in a Murphy Bed or Wall Bed is a Great Idea

Small bedroom, studio living, or even downsizing is just a few of the reasons why investing in a Murphy bed or wall bed is a great idea.

 

How to Make a Small Bedroom or Bathroom Feel Bigger

Below are 3 interior design tips that will go a long way towards making a small bedroom, bathroom, or any room feel bigger and less claustrophobic and a cramped bathroom appear more spacious.

 

One Bedroom Gets 3 Different Looks

Deciding on a look for a bedroom can be difficult, but this bedroom offers you three different decorating options.

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Turn your Bedroom into a Bliss Zone

In most bedrooms, and particularly those rooms that have a small or no headboard, the wall above the bed is a blank space and yet there are so many ways to decorate the wall above a bed.

 

Bedroom Rug Tips to Create a Truly Relaxing Space

Creating the perfect bedroom aesthetic can be achieved through the simple and cost-effective use of the right rug.

 

Master Bedroom Design – A Perfect Aesthetic Creation

Whether you're looking for a dark, sleep-inducing design or a light, calming environment to spend your Sunday mornings, see below to discover our master bedroom tips.

 

Things to Consider Before you Buy a 4-Post Bed

4-Post beds might look stunning in certain settings but give serious consideration to whether it would fit or look good in your own bedroom.

 

The Best Duvet for Hot Summer Nights

Most duvets are supposed to keep you warm in winter and cool in summer, but some duvet fillers are better at this than others.

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It's A Man's World - In the Bedroom!

Interior Design firms and home decor magazines are all about bringing a woman's touch into the bedroom, but what if you want something more masculine, something that says it's a man's bedroom.

Design a Dramatic Bedroom with a Floor-To-Ceiling Headboard

When you have a large master bedroom, creating drama or making a statement requires an eye-catching feature like a floor-to-ceiling headboard.

How To Brighten Up A Dark Bedroom

Not all bedrooms have large windows that let in natural light and if your bedroom is on the dark side, we offer some tips on how to brighten up a dark bedroom.

Decorating Ideas For A Cosy Bedroom

When winter rolls around, all we want is a bedroom that is cosy and comfortable and that wraps us in warmth and security.

Fit A Big Bed In A Small Bedroom

Not every house has a big master bedroom and you need to employ a few tricks if you want to fit a big bed into a small bedroom.

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How To Design A Practical Guest Bedroom

If you have guests or family staying over regularly, you will want to make sure you have a guest bedroom that is given careful thought and consideration.

Space-Saving Storage Ideas For Small Bedrooms

You have to be inventive when looking for space-saving storage ideas for a small bedroom and we have some clever yet practical ideas for you.

How to Design The Perfect Bedroom Oasis

Kim Williams, Cape Town-based Creative Behaviour Strategist focused on designing interior spaces knows better than most the importance of a bedroom sanctuary.

Does Your Bedroom Need A Wake Up? Time To Try One Of These Affordable Decor Tricks!

You spend so much of your downtime in the bedroom, why not give it an affordable refresh for an updated look?

Design A Bedroom For All Seasons

Instead of decorating your bedroom for summer or winter, why not decorate it in colours that look great no matter what the season!

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When Should A Child Move Up To An Adult Mattress?

Children's furniture expert, Design-A-Bed, advise on when a child should move up to an adult mattress.

Transform Your Bedroom Into a Sleep Sanctuary With These 5 Quick Tips

Alongside sleep benefits, redecorating your space can bring new life, allow for creativity, and increase home value.

How To Create A Luxurious Master Bedroom

If you feel like your bedroom is not giving you pleasant dreams, might be time to look at introducing a few luxurious touches.

Decorating A Guest Bedroom For The Holidays

Looking for ideas to decorate a guest bedroom for the holidays and unexpected guests? We have some budget-friendly solutions for you.

Redesign for the Perfect Small Bedroom

It might be the room where you spend the most time, but it's also the room where some people tend to spend the least money on comfort and luxury.

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Select The Perfect Pillows For Your Bed

If you haven't replaced your pillows for quite some time, we take a look at the most common filling materials for choosing the perfect pillows for your bed.

Colour Shock: Bedrooms in Black and White

If you are thinking about redecorating your bedroom, take a look at the gorgeous black and white bedrooms.

Why you should consider having a Headboard

A headboard is a decorative feature for a bedroom, but it is also more than that, and we explain why.

Colours of Autumn and Winter for a Warm Bedroom

When it comes to decorating my bedroom, I have a set or two of summer bedding and a couple of sets of bedding that are perfect for making the bedroom feel warmer during winter.

Top 4 Stylish Bedroom Design Trends for 2020

So far in 2020, people are spending heaps more time at home than ever, but which colors, accessories and décor items have been increasing in popularity so far this year.

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Cool, Calm and Serene Bedroom Makeover

If you are looking for ideas to give your bedroom a makeover, check out this cool, calm and serene bedroom makeover that you can do in a weekend.

Unique Ways To Decorate The Master Bedroom

Bedrooms are intimate and private spaces for homeowners.

Storage Around the Bed

In a small home, tiny flat or compact townhouse, making the best use of space around the bed frees up valuable floor space for a less cluttered bedroom.

Decorate Your Bedroom To Make It A Calming Space

Whether you’re updating or renovating your bedroom, there are some ways you can make it as your ultimate calming space.

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Things to Consider When Buying a Mattress for Murphy Beds

For those new to Murphy beds, we discuss vital factors to consider when buying a new mattress for this type of bed frame.

Incredible Ideas For Making a Cozy and Comfy Bedroom

Creating a cozy and comfortable bedroom can be done easily with a few tips and tricks.

9 Amazing Ways to Make Your Bedroom More Sleep-Friendly

There is no better way to enjoy a good night sleep than to customize your bedroom to the very definition of sleep-friendly. Here are a couple of ways you can make your bedroom be your dream bedroom:

Create a Cosy Bedroom for Winter

Whether you live by the coast, in the midlands, or in the most northern province, winters can get pretty chilly. We look at simple ways to create a cosy bedroom for the cold months ahead.

Make Space for a Walk-In Closet or Dressing Room

A guide to finding the space and creating a walk-in dressing room for an uncluttered bedroom.

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The Ultimate Bedroom Luxury

Whatever the setting, a diamond-tufted headboard instantly becomes a feature in the bedroom.ng a bed you want it to look perfect, so follow these tips for styling a bed for a master suite or guest bedroom.

Styling a bed for master suite or guest bedroom

When styling a bed you want it to look perfect, so follow these tips for styling a bed for a master suite or guest bedroom.

Modern bedrooms for kids

Modern furniture, efficient storage and child-sized fun are the norm for today's bedrooms for kids.

Bedroom decorating ideas on a budget

You're not alone when it comes to decorating on a tight budget, but there are easy and affordable ways to give your bedroom a much needed update.

How cosy is your Bedroom?

What could be nicer than snuggling up in a cosy bedroom with a glass of red wine or a cup of hot chocolate while binge watching your favourite TV series.

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Design a Dream Dressing Room

A must-have item in many designer homes, walk-in closets and dressing rooms are definitely becoming a popular item on the new homeowners wish list.

Adding drama to a bedroom

We all dream of a bedroom that makes a statement, and this bedroom has gone from boring to beautiful with small details that have big impact.

Quick Tip: Add a splash of colour!

You don't need to spend a fortune for this project. A spare room was transformed into a shared children's bedroom - with just a splash of bold colour to make things a little more interesting.

Placing a bed in front of a window

When designing your home or moving into a new home, bedrooms don't always have room to be fussy about where to put the bed. Sometimes placing the bed in front of a window works perfectly!

Blushing makeover for a bedroom

If your bedroom feels a little tired and you're ready for a new look, use trendy colours and new accessories to give your bedroom a fresh makeover.

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Add Character to a Bedroom

Finishing Touches offers a unique approach when it comes to headboards. You can design your own headboard according to your own taste and personality.

Style the perfect bedside table

Bedrooms deserve a little more attention, especially when you consider how much time we spend in this room. After the bed, the bedside table is the next piece that could do with a bit of styling.

Quick Look: Boutique Style Bedroom

Take inspiration from this master bedroom retreat for your next bedroom makeover.

Design your dream closet

Whether you have a dedicated room that serves as a closet and dressing room, or a walk-through area fitted with built-in cupboards, you want to design a dressing room or closet that meets all your needs.

Take Your Pick: 17 Bed Designs

Since we spend close to a third of our life asleep, it makes sense to want to have as comfortable a sleeping area as possible to tap into the many body and mind benefits sleep provides.

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Comfortable bedroom

Fill your bedroom with colour, texture and pattern using soft decor accessories and bed linen.

Blushing bedroom

Pale pinks, light grey and barely nude... these hues combine to create a bedroom that is calm and soothing with just the right amount of colour.

Transform your bedroom

A blah bedroom turns into a grown up sanctuary with navy and gold accents. If your bedroom is in need of a makeover, take inspiration from this project.

Fresh Spring looks for a bedroom

If you are starting to find your bedroom a bit boring or bland, take a look at how one bedroom is transformed with fabrics, furniture and accessories.

A pair of cleverly designed shared bedrooms

More often than not, a growing family means a larger, more expensive home. Interior Designers Peppermint Bliss took on the challenge to create two cleverly planned children's bedrooms that allow plenty of space for a growing family.

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5 Ways to style a bed on a budget

There's more than one way to style a bed using nothing more than a few affordable accessories. With these ideas you can style a bed to create mood, or swap out accessories for the changing seasons, or simply for a new look.

Create the bedroom of your dreams

A bedroom is more than a sleeping space - it’s a space we can go to to escape to a calmer, more serene world that rests the mind as well as the body. Use these tips to transform your bedroom into a more beautiful and restful retreat.

Furniture designed for children

Kutikai design and manufacture a range of furniture and accessories for children that is inspired by children. Furniture that is simple, ecological, and practical in every detail.

Guest bedrooms

If you are expecting guests for the holidays and your spare room is filled with junk, time to get creative with these ideas for a guest bedroom.

Storage ideas around the headboard

Using the area around the top of the bed for cupboards and shelves allows you to incorporate storage into a bedroom without taking up valuable floor space.

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Making room for beds in a shared bedroom

When you're living in a small house with a growing family, finding extra room for bedrooms can be difficult. Not everyone has the budget to add on, and you might not want to sell up and move to a larger place.

Easy upholstered headboard ideas

If you still haven't got round to adding that upholstered headboard to your bed, we have put together a collection of what we think are the best upholstered headboard ideas to provide you with some much-needed inspiration to get you started.

Create a cosy and comfortable bedroom

This year the winter is making is presence felt with cold nights and chilly days. We put together a collection of ideas to help you warm up the bedroom without making drastic changes. Using colour, texture and soft furnishings can instantly add comfort and warmth to any bedroom.

Storage ideas for small main or master bedroom

A small main bedroom or master suite doesn't have lots of space to work with when you need to add extra storage. But there are plenty of ways to add boost your storage with a few clever tips and tricks. Let's look at some storage ideas for a small bedroom.

Design and decorate a small bedroom

Not every home has the luxury of a large master bedroom, some bedrooms are soo small that even fitting a bed into the space can be a design dilemma. In this feature we look at how to design and decorate a small bedroom, whether a master bedroom or guest bedroom.

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Whitewashed and weathered panel walls

It's interesting to see how many people are using pine planks and reclaimed wood to add a panelled wall. Adding reclaimed wood is an inexpensive and eco-friendly way to dress up a plain room with a little rustic elegance.

Gorgeous duvets / bedding for youngsters & teens

I often receive enquiries on some of the bedding featured in bedroom articles. The good news is that you can now buy directly from international stores and have duvets and bedding shipped to South Africa.

Add impact to your bedroom with a headboard

Adding a headboard to your bed not only finishes off the bed, it also adds visual excitement to a bedroom and let's the bed take centre stage. And because every bedroom is all about the bed - let your bed shine.

Dress your bedroom in vintage style

While some fashion trends go and other stage, the vintage look is one that has stuck around since it became in vogue roundabout the turn of the century. It’s a regular on catwalks and red carpets, and makes regular appearances in shop fronts and jewellery stores.

Create a hotel-style bedroom

There is something incredibly indulgent about a hotel-style bed. It’s a perfect coming-together of luxurious linen, layer upon layer of bedding, and the expert bed-making skills of the staff.

Make a small bedroom appear larger

A bedroom is supposed to be a sanctuary of rest and calm.  A few simple décor adjustments can make the space feel and seem bigger. For most, you won’t even need a toolbox.

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Add warmth and comfort to your bedroom

We have previously featured how colours can warm up any room in a home, but sometimes colour alone is not enough to infuse warmth into a bedroom, especially one that lacks a few essential design elements and a touch of layering here and there.

When high thread count is too high

The lure of high thread count can easily be used to manipulate shoppers into thinking they’re buying better quality linen than they really are. In actual fact, you might have more chance getting a good night’s sleep by counting sheep, rather than the number of threads.

Create a boutique hotel style bedroom

I find it strange that we now take inspiration for our bedroom from hotel bedrooms, but that's only because boutique hotels and other leading hotels now place emphasis on designing the perfect bedroom.

How to layer your bed for hotel style

If you are looking to transform an ordinary bedroom into a boutique or hotel style bedroom you will need to know how to style or 'make' a layered bed. Here are some professional styling tips on 'making' a hotel style bed for a luxurious night's sleep.

Gorgeous closet ideas for any room

During my search for ideas I have come across some really great closet ideas and I am sharing with you because I'm sure there are plenty of readers out there who are tired of plain melamine doors, deep shelves and lack of storage.

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Modern bedroom makeover

Introduce modern style into a dated bedroom on a small budget, adding pieces by West Elm or creating your own unique DIY furniture. Here's how a bedroom went from drab to fab in a day.

Romantic 4-post beds

There is something so romantic and elegant about 4-poster beds. Little girls dream of being a princess in their own 4-poster bed, and as we grow up, a 4-poster bed allows us to be that princess again - to recapture the fairytale and magic that epitomises the 4-poster bed.

Beautiful dressing tables

Today's modern dressing tables are designed to be elegant and sophisticated, with mirrored finish that instantly makes a room feel bigger. Making your own mirrored dressing table is as easy as building the frame and having mirrors cut to size.

Simple designs by Roberto Gil

Roberto Gil calls his designs 'practical minimalism'; a straightforward approach that places functionality and the efficient use of materials well above stylistic considerations.

Headboard design ideas

A bedroom without a headboard is like a sofa without cushions - incomplete. In a master bedroom a headboard provides the finishing touch to any bedroom and as the feature point in the room, the bed deserves all the attention.

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Bedrooms by design

If you're looking for ideas to give your bedroom a makeover, we take a look at three bedroom styles that offer completely different looks: from elegant and simple, hot and passionate and contemporary.

Small bedroom with high impact

There’s no reason a small bedroom has to be a problem. In fact, it can be an opportunity to create a focused, restful space that can actually be far more functional than a huge bedroom would. All you have to do is keep a few basic principles in mind.

Dressing room makeover

Take a look at how Maple & Magnolia transformed a dull and dingy room into a wonderful Shabby Chic dressing room. Just goes to show what you can do with a few cans of paint and some time on your hands.

Cool blue bedrooms

Blue is a calm, restful colour that evokes thoughts of cool, refreshing seas and vast cloudless skies. It's a colour that relaxes and refreshes a room, and it's the perfect colour for a bedroom that receives a lot of sunlight during the day.

Add a headboard

As the main focal point in any bedroom, a bed is lacking in detail if there isn't a headboard. It not only provides the perfect finishing touch for a bed, it also adds detail and texture to a bedroom, plus providing you with a place to rest your head.

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Design a restful master suite

The master bedroom has evolved into far more than a place where you hit the pillow and grab a few hours of sleep each night. Today, it's almost a misnomer to call these modern, multi-functional rooms bedrooms.

Warm up the bedroom this winter

With winter around the corner, design experts have out-done themselves to ensure you can snuggle up to more exclusive bedding from around the world. Indulge yourself this month with brand-new winter blankets.

Create a cool master bedroom

It's summer, and we are all going to be looking for ways to stay cool - without turning up the air conditioner. One homeowner takes it to the next level by transforming her bedroom into a cool, serene retreat.

Choose the right colour for a bedroom

Your bedroom walls are the first thing you see in the morning and the last thing you see at night, so choosing the right colour scheme could have a huge influence on your mood.

Create a dream bedroom

Updating the look of your bedroom doesn't have to involve costly renovations or major purchases. By creatively using accessories and smaller pieces of furniture, you can create the look you want on a budget.

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Masterful bedroom makeovers

If your master bedroom could do with a makeover there are many ways to add colour, texture and atmosphere. Take a look at these before and after master bedroom makeovers for inspiration.

Quick and easy bedroom updates

It's nice to give a bedroom a makeover now and then. I get bored very quickly and find that changing the room around and adding a few new details here and there instantly updates and refreshes the bedroom, making it feel like a new room!

Live and sleep in one room

Many school leavers are finding that tough economic times means moving back in with Mom and Dad. Moving back home doesn’t have to mean a return to the childish bedroom you grew up in.

A bedroom that is calm and serene

When decorating the bedroom - the one room in the house meant for relaxation and rejuvenation - simplicity is the key to serenity. So no matter what your particular style is, all you need to do to create a sumptuous oasis is heed a few basic but important design ideas.

Ways to refresh a bedroom

You can easily add colour to a bedroom without adding too much colour. Here are some ideas on adding small amount of colour using fabric, paint, wallpaper and accessories.

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Add romance to a bedroom

Only you can determine the mood of your bedroom. Colour has an amazing effect on our moods and also on how we feel. That is why it is extremely important to ensure that the colour you choose for your bedroom is perfect.

Modern take on country style

When it comes to country home decorating, plenty of white space is more desirable than trying to fill every gap and small space with accents in a country motif - ending with a cluttered room. The adage 'Less is best' was never more appropriate!

Bedroom storage ideas

There are numerous ways to organize even small bedrooms and closets. In fact, there may be several options for potential storage right under your nose

Select the right carpet for a bedroom

A deep pile carpet in a bedroom adds luxury underfoot and due to the light traffic in a bedroom, you can install a wide expanse of soft carpeting without any worries.

Best Bed Sheets For Winter

Here are some of the best bed sheets coming this winter season that you shouldn’t miss out on.

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Hygge in the bedroom

Here are our tips for bringing more Hygge to your bedroom

How to Make Your Dorm Room Special

'My home is my castle', the English say. The students have no castles, they often live in dorms instead. But still, they have the possibilities to turn their temporary homes into something special and even fabulous. Here is some advice on how to make such a dream true.

Sleep Like A Boss With These Bedroom Hacks

With these simple hacks you could be feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the day without that ever-present brain fog.

Creating a Guest Room on a Budget

There are many people who have a spare room in their home, and they decide to make use of this by creating a guest room.

How to Transform a Master's Bedroom Into a Couple's Haven

A master bedroom should be a special spot in which couples can get together to exclusively enjoy each other’s company and celebrate their relationship.

Salt Lamps in the Bedroom

Himalayan salt lamps are slowly becoming a normal presence in a lot of households worldwide due to their aesthetically pleasing look and purported health benefits

10 Stunning Ideas That'll Help You Choose the Perfect Wardrobe

Let us look at a few amazing ideas that can help you choose the perfect wardrobe for your home.

Furniture Pieces Your French-Themed Bedroom Needs

French design is all about creating a romantic and relaxed style, making it ideal for bedrooms

What is the Perfect Sleeping Style?

Sleep is the most important part of a your life as sleeping energises the body and makes it capable of doing normal things.

3 Essential Things to Have in Achieving a Boho-Inspired Bedroom

A popular trend is the Boho décor which is colorful, mixes and matches styles, and it’s also relaxed, warm, eclectic, and inviting

Easy Steps To Choose A Mattress For A New Home

Here’s a trouble-free guide to help you find the best mattress for your new home.

Why Every Person Needs to Select Fitted Wardrobes

If you are having a difficult time choosing the perfect wardrobe, you can now rest easy with these tips!

Dreamcloud vs Nectar - Which One Should You Choose?

DreamCloud and Nectar are the most popular bed-in-box retail mattress and understanding their differences helps you find the perfect bed suitable for your needs.

How to Choose the Right Pillow Filling Material for Yourself

We take a look at the most common filling materials for choosing the right pillow for your bed.

Different Types of US- Styled Mattress sizes

When choosing a mattress, the most crucial factor to consider is the size of the bed.

 

Tips for Creating the Ultimate Sleep-Friendly Bedroom

If you find yourself turning on your bed at night, then take a look at our tips for creating the ultimate sleep-friendly bedroom.

 

The Do's and Don'ts of Designing a Small Bedroom

When decorating a small bedroom, discover how to get the design just right!

 

Turn your Bedroom into a Bliss Zone

With World Sleep Day being celebrated, here are ways to make your bedroom a peaceful space, where you can get the best sleep of your life.

 

4 Ways To Create A Luxurious Bedroom Environment

Not only does it help you sleep better, but a relaxing bedroom setting may boost your mood and energy levels during the day.

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