Getting a spot by the bedroom window seat is a wonderful area to enjoy a cup of tea in the morning, cuddle with pets, read a book or just lounge. No need for a home designer, there are many easy yet effective bedroom window seat ideas that you can DIY.
Below are some interesting suggestions:
Bumped-out Window Seats
Getting a properly customized bumped-out window seat for your bay window helps eliminate hugely the need for a love seat or second couch in your bedroom. So while you’ll have an additional seating area, it makes the whole area a simpler and neater look.
But take note that bumped-out window seats are lack of under-seat storage.
Splatted Shades And Shutters
This idea is best for people who don’t want to shut or draw open the window but still can filter light. Adding splatted shades and shutters also add to your bedroom interior aesthetics.
Wood materials are ideal to try.
They can crisply fit in the window while providing such benefits.
If you prefer to add a quirky point of interest, try layering the shades with a framed piece of art.
In-Window Shades
Between hanging drapery and an in-window shade, I prefer the second option because it doesn’t get in the way or interfere with the window seat.
Neutral color tones are the best choice for the window covering as it allows you to play with multiple colors in the window seat cushion with worry-free about clashing.
However, if you prefer a larger splash, try utilizing the exact same fabric forth the window covering and the cushions or just related fabrics are great because it makes a nice highlight point and gives stately-alike looking.
The choices of window shade types are varied as well.
If you prefer to simply close it with one pull, opt for the one large shade to cover the entire windows. But for those people who love extra control when the sun changes angles, set up shade for each window.
Storage Options
While adding cushions, pillows, and curtains make your window seat cozier and comfier, stashing mudroom essentials, pet supplies, or toys is a great way to add to its beauty.
Combining some storage baskets with your open bench is a budget-friendly way to function well for that. Besides, it looks wonderful.
Choosing storage baskets for a window seat depends on the window type and amount of space.
For instance, a flip-up lid is easier to access for narrow space, like off a staircase or near a bed while drawers are better for anything on top of the seat.
The most struggling case is the bay window because it unique measurements and angled shape do not fit a standard rectangular drawer with a full width. Therefore, you should replace it with a smaller set or a flip-up top drawer.
How Can I Make My Window Seat More Comfortable?
Add Cushions
While adding to the beauty of your bedroom in general talking and the seats in particular, cushions are excellent in back support if you’re going to lounge or sit there for hours.
When it comes to window seat cushions, opt for those items that have the advantage of being removable so that you can easily clean them.
The two most worth-considering features are measurements and material.
Getting the right dimensions of cushions directly affects how it fits your window seat, the sitting area, and your comfort. The thickness is paramount and it depends on your physical health status, comfort preference, and frequency of use.
For instance, if you love laying down on the window seat for hours of reading, it should be thicker than usual – 2” to 4” are a good range.
The material should be polyurethane foam because it has medium firmness and the price is very budget-friendly.
If you intend to DIY some window seat cushions, here is a full tutorial video to follow:
Install Light-blocking Curtains
While getting some cushions and pillows, hanging some light-blocking curtains is a good idea to make your window seat a cozier nook.
There are numerous ways to hang curtains depending on the type of your bedroom window.
For example, if your bedroom has a bay window, four common ways to hang curtains are:
- Tension curtain rods – suitable for a minimalist lifestyle
- Straight curtain rods – perfect for those bay windows featuring over 3 sections or you can’t set up a traditional track
- Bay window curtain rod – ideal for the traditional 3-section bay windows
- Flexible curtain track – the most versatile option out of the four.
The length of the curtains is the most vital feature to consider. Measure the rod width from left to right, the curtains finished should be 2x the window width (as a minimum) to deliver a properly full looking.
Another feature to keep in mind when looking for curtains is color.
The right color can make your bedroom express exactly your favorite taste and characteristics. It is also able to turn a narrow bedroom to look significantly bigger.
Conclusion
That’s all for this article.
Before coming to make the final decision of bedroom window seat idea, determine what you intend to do on it – for sleeping, reading books, or lounging. Besides, you should figure out your budget, amount of free time, and handyman skills to make the right plan.
Hope this post has helped you find out the best way to make your window seat more comfortable and look more beautiful. Thanks for reading!
