Do you often get confused with the different bed sizes? Not sure if the new wooden bed you have just purchased is imperial or metric in size? Of course, these are important questions you must answer when buying your bed linen for your new oak or walnut bed. We have put together a list of sizes that will answer those questions! (more…)
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Confused about bed sizes?
Tuesday, December 13th, 2011Bedroom Furniture that stands the test of time
Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011Everyone is watching where they spend their money as essentials such as heating, electricity, gas, water and food are the priorities in these tough economic times. Our disposable income is being squeezed, so when looking to buy bedroom furniture, do you go for the cheapest or is this a false economy? (more…)
Turn back the clocks
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011So the clocks have turned back and we now have one more hour to enjoy in bed. The downside to this is, of course, waking in the dark and the early evenings drawing in. If winter days seem short in Britain then spare a thought for those who live further North. In midwinter around the Arctic Circle, instead of daylight the dark sky is illuminated by the northern lights. The Scandinavians create warmth and light in their homes to compensate for the Artic winters. Scandinavian décor has become very popular lately. Here are some ways to bring a Scandinavian feel to a home, and brighten up these dark months. (more…)
Bring a piece of Europe to your bedroom
Tuesday, August 16th, 2011Whether you have been abroad or at home for your holidays, if you have stayed in hotel bedroom, B & B, or even slept in a tent, you will know that your sleeping arrangements can make or break a holiday. A creaky bed, a mattress that is too soft or too hard, a fusty or draughty room can ruin a good nights sleep. Some holiday bedrooms though can be inspirational. In France, a Louis XV bed, made from ornate carved walnut brings a regal air to a bedroom. In Scandinavia the clean simple lines create a calming, cool atmosphere. In Italy, style matches substance and delivers La Dolce Vita. (more…)
Stepping into Summer
Wednesday, May 25th, 2011This beautiful warm weather has probably inspired you to update your summer wardrobe, and maybe it’s time to reconsider a new sunny look for your bedroom.
Akka walnut bedroom furniture works beautifully with crisp white cotton sheets and the oak beds are just right for the fabulously fresh floral patterns which are so on trend this season. The wooden beds are beautiful in their own right but dressing them in the right linen just enhances their good looks and brings your room up to date. (more…)
Beautiful Bedrooms
Monday, May 23rd, 2011More than any other room in your home , your bedroom needs to be calm and considered – it’s where you start and finish every day. So , stick to a simple pallete of colours and materials , and don’t have more bedroom furniture than you really need. After the wooden bed and a wardrobe , we recommend just great flooring , a fabulous mirror , lovely lights and a simple bedside table. Here are some tips….. (more…)
Do we need to change our bed? Part II
Thursday, May 5th, 2011So you have decided that you and your partner now need a new mattress. How do you go about buying it? The first thing you need to be prepared for is to lie on each mattress you are considering for five to ten minutes! I know you’ll be saying ‘Ican’t do that!’ however you really should as this will give your spine time to mould to each mattress. (more…)
Do we need to change our bed?
Monday, April 25th, 2011At AKKA Bedroom Furniture we continualy hear customers say ‘ we have had this bed and mattress since we were first married’ or ‘we just got this bed cheap and have made do ever since’.
There are normally tell tale signs when your bed and mattress need changing. Do you wake up in the night with an aching back or keep rolling into your partner? Have you ‘turned’ the mattress and now fall into a hollow part of the mattress formed by your body posture? When you lay towards the edge of your bed, does the mattress not support your weight and is showing signs or wear? (more…)
Work Stations in the bedroom
Thursday, March 3rd, 2011In the today’s fast paced working life more and more people are choosing to work from home. Once you have decided that this works for you and your company where do you put your office? Dining room , lounge or the bedroom?
The dining room and lounge will mean that you your work area will be on show to all your friends and family who come round to visit. The spare bedroom often seems to be a very popular choice . (more…)
History of Four Poster bedstead
Friday, January 21st, 2011For centuries the bed has been a sign of wealth. The richer the nobleman the bigger and better the bed, which is why probably a lot of people still aspire to owning a four poster bed. In many countries the bed was seen as the most important piece of furniture in the house and is a type of status symbol. (more…)