All about Provence style beds

Provence style is one of the most popular interior design options. It will look most organically in the bedroom. Its name comes from the area in France, which was famous for its lavender fields, as well as the beauty of small cozy villages.

The interior, made in the Provence style, reigns lightness and a certain ease, combined with a light shade of antiquity. The bed is the main piece of furniture in the bedroom. Most often it is a massive, solid product made of natural materials.

The Provence style appeared at a time when representatives of the elite began to move to live away from noisy cities to quiet French villages. Here they arranged their homes without pomp and gloss. The presence of simple and solid furniture, discreet shades in decoration, cute knick-knacks and souvenirs made the living space more comfortable. The style is distinguished by refinement and sophistication, and now has many of its adherents. This is a great option for people who appreciate the calmness and warmth of their home.

The bed in the bedroom, made in a Provencal style, is an important element of the composition.... The selection of other elements and accessories depends on its shape and size, the materials used, as well as the color of the product and the presence of decorative elements. In the classic version, such a model has carved parts or curved elements.

It can be supplemented:

• wood carving;
• pilasters;
• overhead elements serving as decor;
• openwork details in the form of forging.

The mattress in such structures is placed on a stable frame. The legs of the beds are usually high for easy cleaning. The presence of a massive headboard is balanced by beautifully shaped legs.

There are other style features as well.

• Using accessories and decorative elements.
• Choice of pastel colors for interior decoration... Preference is given to light shades. Whites or faded tones are considered the most appropriate options. They are used when decorating a room, for furniture, textiles.
• Wood or metal can be used as material. In the manufacture of wooden structures, massifs of pine, ash, oak or birch are usually used. In metal models, forging elements may be present, which gives the furniture an airy effect.
• Wood can have a different shade, but wood painted in light colors is more often used... Experts advise using two-layer staining, which allows you to create artificial scuffs, as well as patinating to give the look of aged furniture.
• In such an interior, various materials in the form of wood, metal and textiles can be harmoniously combined.... As for textiles, products with embroidery, lace are suitable for this style, models with ruffles are welcome.

A canopy can be installed over the bed in the chosen style. Thanks to this arrangement, the sleeping place turns out to be more effective and at the same time cozy and homely. The advantages of a Provence style bed include the durability of the product, its reliability and strength, as well as increased comfort.

Provencal-style beds are often made from natural materials that are of high quality and reliability. Other furniture in the room successfully complements it and corresponds to the central piece of the interior. Among the sleeping places in the Provencal style, certain types can be distinguished:

• classic models;
• sofa beds;
• bunk;
• double;
• with storage boxes.

The classic bed is a spacious double or one-and-a-half model with a regular shape, high headboard and low legs. Most often it is made of wood, painted white or another light color. Artificial scuffs are often used to give the product an aged look. A single bed is also one of the popular options. More often you can see such a metal product, decorated with forged details.

A large, spacious and comfortable double bed in Provencal style will be the most successful option in a recreation area for adults. Such models can be complemented by a canopy. It is good if next to such a bed there are bedside tables in a similar style, a chest of drawers or a wardrobe.

The two-tier model is more suitable for a nursery where there are two children... This design will appeal to both boys and girls. Using a bed of this type will save space in this room. The frame in the products is usually made of wood, and forged or carved or elements are used as decoration.

This look is a very comfortable piece of furniture.... The presence of a lifting mechanism in the sofa bed makes it easy to transform. In the daytime, the bed is used as a cozy sofa with openwork trim and a print with small flowers, and at night it turns the structure into a spacious place for sleeping and relaxing, which allows you to combine the bedroom with the living room. It is advisable to install such models in small rooms.

And there are also other types of such products. Some models are equipped with drawers. They are roomy sections used for storing bedding, textiles, things in them. These sections are located under the bed base. They can be retractable or open using a mechanism that raises the berth. Often, bedside tables are placed next to such a structure, a cabinet for souvenirs, cute bouquets with flowers, wicker baskets, and openwork napkins is hung.

A French countryside style bed can be made from different materials. Most often, such products are made of wood or metal.

• A wooden bed looks very organic in such a room. In the production of quality products, solid wood is often used. Certain types of wood are used for the manufacture of furniture, such as oak, birch, ash and pine. Wood products are often left in their natural form due to the beauty of the natural pattern. For the Provencal style, wood furniture is often painted in light and whitish shades.

• As a cheaper analogue, materials such as chipboard and MDF can be used. Products made from these materials are outwardly almost identical to solid wood furniture, they are of good quality, while their cost is much lower than solid wood. MDF furniture has a higher quality, but also a higher price. It has a presentable appearance, does not rot, insects will not spoil it, which cannot be said about natural wood. The disadvantages of chipboard include the fact that such plates can contain hazardous impurities.When purchasing a chipboard, you should make sure that you have the appropriate certificates for the material.

• The metal bed will also fit perfectly into the chosen interior. Thanks to modern technology, twisted parts can be made from metal. An iron bed is usually less bulky than a wooden model. The white painted wrought iron bed is the perfect place to relax in any bedroom.

The sleeping area should be comfortable and of sufficient size. French provincial style beds come in standard or unusual sizes:

• Crib may have dimensions with a length of up to 120 cm or more, for example, 60x120 cm, 70x160 cm;
• single model size 140x200 cm is more suitable for a teenager;
• for an adult it is worth choosing a bed measuring 160x200 cm.

This style is also characterized by non-standard forms of such products. The sizes of such a bed can be very diverse. The more unusual the size, the more likely it is that she will have to sew bed linen to order or on her own. Sometimes, for sewing such linen, it is required to use at least 900 cm of fabric, especially for models with a canopy.

Before buying a bed in a bedroom decorated in a Provencal style, you should measure the size of the room and take into account the number of pieces of furniture. The bed in this case will occupy a significant part, so it is important to ensure that the room does not become unnecessarily cluttered.

• You should decide on the length of the berth. It should be suitable for a person's height with the addition of another 10-15 cm to this parameter.
• To determine the width, you should lie on the bed, then put your hands behind your head, with your elbows apart... If the elbows do not protrude beyond the edges, the product can be considered suitable in width.

• Among other styles, Provencal can be called the most romantic. That is why choosing a bed with a beautiful headboard will be the perfect solution for sophisticated people.

• This trend will be appreciated even by men who prefer interiors associated with a leisurely life without fuss.

• A solid wood bed with an elegant headboard will fit perfectly into a rustic style.

• Forged details will make it possible to advantageously decorate a sleeping place. Openwork metallic curls painted in white, light blue or dark shades will turn ordinary furniture into a cute and cozy place to relax.

• Models with drawers and low feet will be an excellent option for a bedroom.

• The invariable companions of Provencal-style furniture are various accessories and textiles. Various canvases and bedspreads will perfectly fit into its style. Most often, such textiles have floral motifs, plain fabrics, lace and embroidery are welcome.

• Pillows are invariable companions of the Provence style, they are an important part of the decor, giving a finished look.