Baldachin above the bed

In modern design, often used antique interior details, which were invented hundreds of years ago. This includes a bed of canopy. In the Middle East, it was used in the design of luxurious beds of sultans, and in ancient Russia, a cotton cape was thrown on the baby cot to protect the baby from drafts and insects. Today the canopy above the bed performs a more decorative function, adding a room of special charm.

The ideas of the canopy over the bed

So, how can you use this decor in modern bedrooms? There are several most common options:

  1. Baldachin above the baby bed. Parents tend to create a fabulous setting in the child's room, and a weightless curtain over the crib is a great way to add a touch of romance and mystery. Above the cradles is usually hung a full-fledged canopy in the type of "crown", which is attached to a round base and straightened around the perimeter of the bed . It performs not only decorative, but also protective functions, protecting the baby from bright light and annoying insects and even pets. For older children, parents use other types of canopies, which are attached to the wall and diverge beautiful waves.
  2. Baldakhin in the bedroom of adults . Their style is more restrained and laconic, but this does not prevent them from making romantic and mysterious interior. As a rule, canopies are hung over large double beds that have a large headrest and beautiful trim. Depending on the style of the room, the curtain fabric can be dense and heavy or light translucent. The color of the fabric is chosen according to the color of the bed linen or wallpaper in the room.

Decorators advise using classic canopies in spacious rooms with high ceilings. If the room is small, it is better to stay on a miniature decorative design, which is attached to the wall and straightened on two sides.

Types of canopies over the bed

Traditionally, the canopy was attached to massive wooden racks that towered over the bed. Thanks to the racks, the fabric was convenient to harvest during the day, and the drapery looked elegant and elegant.

If your bed does not have special racks, then you can attach the fabric to the ceiling. For this you can use ordinary hangers or canopies.

In the case where the interior is decorated in an ethnic style, it is better to use a special metal ring as a basis on which the fabric is stretched.