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Treat bold colors with care -

While experimenting with bold color schemes can be great in other rooms of the house, sometimes this is not the case with bedrooms. In which case, neutral hues are a safer bet.

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Wall art -

Hanging art above your bed can really give your bedroom a nice decorative touch. But beware of the distance between the bed and the picture(s). And, of course, the overall surrounding space.

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Wall art -

Hang your art too high on the wall and it will look misplaced. It's better to keep it closer to your bed, as illustrated in this picture.

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Mirrors -

Having a mirror reflecting on you while you sleep is bad Feng Shui. But even if you're not into this Chinese geomancy, aesthetically it doesn't look great either.

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Mirrors -

Instead, hang a mirror on a side wall or have one by your bed, in harmony with the rest of the decor.

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Reading lights -

We often see spotlights marketed as "reading lights." Not only are they quite harsh on the eyes, but generally they don't look great either.

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Reading lights -

Instead, look for a nice bedside table lamp, placed at a comfortable reading height, and with a design that actually makes sense in your bedroom.

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Getting the scale wrong -

When decorating your bedroom, pay special attention to scale. A piece of furniture or object that's too big or too small for the room will stand out and look weird.

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Too much stuff -

Too much furniture, too much clutter: a busy bedroom is not a peaceful bedroom. This defeats the whole purpose of this room.

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Too little -

While you might adopt a more minimalist style, the risk of having too little stuff is that it can make your bedroom look cold and sterile.

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Ceiling lighting -

A ceiling fan with a light is acceptable if you're at a hostel in a tropical destination without AC. Not at home!

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Pillow overload -

How many decorative pillows are too many? Well, a good rule of thumb is that if they cover half or more of your bed, then it's probably too much.

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Pillow overload -

Up to three layers is acceptable. More than that and you'll have a bed that's a pain to make every morning.

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Old bedding -

Old, worn bed sheets make a bedroom look and feel a bit lifeless.

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Old bedding -

Nothing beats new, clean, and fresh bedding. It will make you feel better, and will have your bedroom looking nicer too!

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Massive mattresses -

You love a nice, large mattress–we get it. Who doesn't, right? But beware of how it fits your bed. Sometimes people buy mattresses that are too big for their bed frames.

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Don't make this mistake. Always check the size of your bed frame. If you really, really want that huge mattress, look into changing your bed too.

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Light bulbs -

Visible light bulbs, like those we sometimes see poking out of bedside table lamps, are a huge no-no.

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Light bulbs -

Pay attention to the size, shape, and temperature (color) of light bulbs. Make sure if fits perfectly and gives you the type of lighting you're looking for.

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Headboards -

If your headboard disappears when you place pillows on your bed, then it's probably too small.

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Headboards -

A headboard can really change the look and feel of a bedroom. Don't be afraid to experiment and give large headboards a chance.

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Matching furniture -

Bedroom sets are a thing of the past. Sure, you'll want your bedroom furniture to work well together, but having the exact same color and line in every piece is a bit old-fashioned.

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Instead, place unique pieces that work well together. You will still have to work with a color palette and materials that go well together, but it will look less rigid than a matching bedroom set.

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Pillows -

Small pillows are okay, if it's a child's bedroom! Otherwise, place bigger ones on your bed.

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Pillows -

You can't go wrong with two large pillows, even if you end up just sleeping with one. Having an extra pillow will work great aesthetically and keep you comfy in a seated position in bed.

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Small rugs -

People usually make this mistake when shopping for rugs to place at the bottom of the bed. A rug that's too small will just look awkward.

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Rugs -

A larger rug that covers the bottom and part of the sides will look much more harmonious with the bed.

Sources: (House Beautiful)

See also: Home decorating ideas to design the house of your dreams

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