Monday, July 18, 2011

Decorate A Spa Bedroom

Fill a spa-themed bedroom with soothing scented candles.


Treat yourself by decorating a bedroom in a soothing spa style. Create a peaceful ambiance with pastel colors, live plants and glowing candles. Use nature as inspiration when choosing a color palette and textile fabrics. When decorating with a spa theme, avoid using unnatural materials, loud colors and harsh lighting elements. For a true spa experience, have comfortable slippers and pampering items such as body cream, massage oil and relaxing music at hand.


Instructions


1. Paint the bedroom a relaxing, spa-inspired shade. Transform your bedroom into a respite by splashing a soothing sage green color on the walls. Choose a soft lavender shade for a calming effect. Create a natural look using creamy neutrals and earth tones such as chocolate brown and burnt orange. Combine sky blue and bright white for a fresh, breezy appearance. Use non-toxic no-VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) paint to create an eco-friendly space. Hang an ivy vine-patterned wallpaper border under the ceiling to add interest.


2. Enhance windows with natural bamboo blinds. Hang natural, lined hemp drapes on rods above the window for added privacy and sunlight control.


3. Place fluffy rugs on hardwood or tiled floors. Choose extra plush white rugs as an indulgent, spa-like touch. Use woven sisal or bamboo mats in addition to, or in place of, the soft rugs.








4. Choose luxurious, environmentally friendly bedding. Enhance the bed with a white organic cotton comforter. Save money by slipping a duvet cover over an outdated comforter. Add color with decorative lavender and sage green pillows. Fold a coordinating cashmere blanket at the end of the bed.


5. Decorate with spa-inspired details. Fill a white ceramic vase with white tulips or roses. Display a potted lavender plant on a vanity table or night stand. Hang a plush white robe from a door hook. Arrange white soy pillar candles on a wood tray, and surround them with smooth natural stones. Place the tray on a dresser.

Tags: plush white, sage green, with white