With increasingly busy lifestyles and more and more people suffering from stress and sleep problems, the bedroom is the one room in the home which needs to be a place to truly relax and forget about the worries and woes of everyday life.

There are a few simple things that can be done to make a bedroom a more relaxing place, and these involve simple decorating choices and key furniture items. Some people do also adopt a feng shui type attitude and believe that the direction your bed faces can help create a calming environment; this is not always possible depending on the layout of your room, so do not distress and just follow a few simple steps.

The main purpose of the bedroom is to relax and sleep, so ensure that there are no other distractions. Unless you are a teenager and your room is your only space, there is no need for excessive electrical equipment such as stereos and televisions within a bedroom. Many people swear by having no television in their bedrooms to help them sleep better, so if possible, leave your television viewing for the lounge.

As sleep and comfort is the most important, the bed should be the main focus of the room. Leather beds have become one of the most popular types of beds to have within a bedroom, as they create a dramatic focal point and are super luxurious. At Beds Direct we have a great range of leather beds which can help towards creating a haven.

Obviously other furniture is essential in a bedroom for practical reasons, however if you can limit other items to avoid clutter then it will help the ambience. If you do need storage then try choosing divan beds as they have storage options enabling them to often replace the need for extra drawers.