How to Choose Leather Beds for a Barn Conversion
Choosing a leather bed for a barn conversion means thinking about scale first. Beneath high, vaulted ceilings, a modest frame can look lost, so a king size or super king size bed with a substantial headboard usually suits the proportions best. Warm natural tones such as cognac, tan and chocolate sit comfortably with exposed oak and stone, while softer shades work well in whitewashed, contemporary conversions. In this guide we explain how to judge the volume of the room, which headboard styles relate well to tall spaces and why the gable end or a solid stone wall often makes the best backdrop. We also cover levelling a bed on uneven original floors, protecting stone and timber surfaces, keeping comfortable in rooms that run warm or cool, and choosing bedside furniture with enough substance to balance the frame. Finally, we look at layered lighting for high ceilings and keeping the character of the building at the centre of the room....
