Making Fabric Double Beds Work in South-Facing Rooms

A south facing bedroom gets more daylight than any other room in a British home. It feels bright in the morning and warm in winter, but strong sun can slowly fade upholstery if a bed sits in its path for hours each day. The good news is that a fabric double bed and a sunny room can work very well together with a little planning. In this guide we explain what sunlight does to fabric and how to track where the light falls through the day and across the seasons. We compare the best and worst positions for the headboard, look at which fabrics and colours resist fading, and set out the window treatments that make the biggest difference, from lined curtains and sheers to blinds and window film. We also cover choosing between a small double and a double, keeping the room cool in summer and simple routine care....