Making High Gloss Beds with LED Lights Work in Rooms with Alcoves

Alcoves either side of a chimney breast are a familiar feature in many UK homes, and they can make a high gloss bed with LED lights look especially good when planned carefully. This guide explains why alcoves need particular thought, then sets out two main options: placing the bed centrally against the chimney breast with the alcoves as bedside zones, or positioning it on another wall and using the recesses for wardrobes or shelving. We cover measuring the chimney breast and headboard, allowing for the extra depth the breast adds and working around fireplaces. Power is a key consideration with LED beds, so we explain how to map sockets and route cables safely along skirting boards. We also look at how LED light interacts with recesses, choosing bedside furniture that fits each alcove, styling the chimney breast wall and getting the bed size right, with a planning checklist to finish....