Poster Bedroom Sets

Are you looking to add some elegance to your bedroom? Need some drama in your life? Want to feel like royalty? Why not try a four-poster bed?

Four poster beds are exactly what they sound like: four pillars, one at each corner of the bed, support an upper panel or frame (usually rectangular). Oftentimes, the frame will have places for curtains to draw around the bed.

As the style originated in the 16th century, these curtains were originally to keep warmth in during cold winter nights. Now they mostly serve as design elements. Adding drapes versus keeping the frame open definitely changes the look of the bed, so buying a poster bed is really like buying two beds in one!

Poster bedroom sets styles

The good thing about four-poster beds is that the style can be either traditional or quite modern. So no matter what decor you’re going for, you’re sure to find the right look.

Traditional four poster bed sets tend to be more ornate, with the bedposts generally being made from carved wood. These can get quite elaborate! Oftentimes the head posts will be slightly different than the foot posts, introducing a whimsical element and saving the design from becoming too repetitive.

Modern sets are more sleek and spare and can be made of either wood or metal. Either way, the posts tend to be straight pillars with very little embellishment. Sometimes they taper toward the top, which is called pencil posts.

Composition of poster bedroom sets

A bedroom set includes more than one piece of furniture. Oftentimes, some combination of a bed, a dresser or chest of drawers, a nightstand, a mirror, and even a bench.

Of course, you could find some with a little more or less of these features. But generally, the above are the standard requirements for any poster bedroom set.

Advantages of poster bedroom sets

The advantage of purchasing a bedroom set instead of individual pieces is that all of the furniture will match, resulting in a clean, seamless aesthetic for your bedroom. Sets are often available for a better price than individual pieces, and many people prefer the convenience of purchasing an entire room all at one time.

However, four-poster beds have many other advantages. They’re dramatic and can instantly add presence to any bedroom. They are also classic pieces whose elegance has stood the test of time. The top frame allows for many design options (be it string Christmas lights in December or strands of fake flowers in spring) as does the option of adding drapes.

Are you someone who can never decide what to wear? You’re in luck! You can change the look of the room just by changing the drapes. Velvet gives a very different effect than a sheer… the possibilities are endless.

Cons of poster bedroom sets

Like anything, a four-poster bed has disadvantages, as well. Because of the dramatic posts, they can easily overpower a room if the wrong bed is chosen or if the ceilings are low. Drapes (if you use them) can collect dust, and the sense of something hanging over you while you sleep can make some people anxious.

Another consideration: because of their size, poster beds can sometimes be pricey. Analyze your style and your needs, and go with what fits your taste.

Why buy poster bedroom sets

Whether you’re looking for a salute to times past or a modern statement piece, a poster bed is a great way to add some drama to your sleeping space. And who doesn’t want some drama when they dream?

With the endless options available, the convenience of buying a four poster bed set is like buying a completed room all at once- definitely, dreams come true!