How to Choose Beds for a 1930s Semi

Interwar semi detached houses have a recognisable layout, and understanding it is the key to choosing the right beds. This guide works room by room, starting with the bay fronted main bedroom and explaining why the bed usually belongs on the wall facing the window rather than in the bay itself. We look at how chimney breasts and their alcoves shape the layout, which bed sizes typically suit the rear bedroom, and how to make the most of the compact box room above the hallway, including the bulkhead over the stairs. You will find advice on keeping headboards below the picture rail, choosing materials that sit comfortably with Art Deco details and original floorboards, and planning wardrobes alongside the bed. We also cover bedside furniture for tight corners, lighting in older rooms and how to get a frame up a typical 1930s staircase. A short FAQ answers common questions about period bedrooms....