How to Arrange Fabric Beds in South-Facing Rooms

South facing bedrooms in the UK enjoy the most daylight of any orientation, which is a real asset but also a challenge for upholstered furniture. Strong sun through the middle of the day can fade fabric, warm the room and create glare in the morning or afternoon. The best approach is to place a fabric bed against a side wall or the wall opposite the window, rather than directly beneath it, so that the upholstery sits out of the most intense light while you still enjoy the brightness. In this guide, we explain how sunlight moves across a south facing room through the seasons, where to place the headboard and why, and how to choose fabrics and colours that cope well with light. We also cover window dressings that soften the sun without losing the view, managing heat on summer nights, using mirrors to spread light and simple habits that keep upholstery looking fresh for longer....