We at Charles P. Rogers are dedicated to creating and maintaining beds that go on to be the gorgeous focal points of our customer’s living areas. We love it when we get feedback from our customers about how much they love their CPR beds, and nothing pleases us more than actually getting to see the ways in which our customers have decorated their rooms around our beds. We actually have a whole section of our website dedicated to pictures we’ve received from our customers. When you get the chance, you ought to check out our website’s customer image gallery to get a better idea of what we’re talking about.

Poking around the net this week we discovered the website of a customer of ours who did a blog post showing off her Charles P. Rogers furnished bedroom. The blog is called Cedar Hill Ranch, and it’s run by Anita from Texas, a homeowner who is dedicated to imbuing her house with a classic Southern vibe with a French twist. She recently posted a gallery of photos of what she has called the Red Bedroom (we’ll give you one guess as to the origin of the name!), and if you take a close look, you’ll see one of our Charleston iron and brass beds chewing the scenery next to the armoire. Thanks to Anita at Cedar Hill Ranch for showing off her lovely bedroom and allowing Charles P. Rogers to be a part of it. Take care, and happy holidays.

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Post by Laura Cheng.

I love the sleek and clean look of my hardwood floors, but in the wintertime, the thought of stepping onto a cold wood floor first thing in the morning is not the way I would like to start my day. Radiant heating would be so wonderful, but it’s not in my budget. Thus, began my research to find the perfect rug to compliment my bedroom.

A few weeks ago, as I was delving into my Sunday edition of the Wall Street Journal, I came across an article that offered some great tips on rug selection and rug placement from rug connoisseur, Ben Solemeini. Mr. Solemeini is currently spear heading Restoration Hardware’s new rug collection. Here is what he had to say:

When shopping for a rug, look for something one-of-a-kind. When it’s unique, it’s an investment and that’s when it appreciates. Even if you have to pay a lot more, you should buy it from the person who really has the knowledge—who knew what they were buying before they sold it to you. They should know about the wools used, the dyes, the quality of the weave, how rare that type of rug is for the region it was made in and how rare the colors

The biggest rug-related mistake people make is buying ones that are on sale. Good rugs are not something you have a sale on.

The right size for a rug depends on the room. In a dining room, it has to make sense with the table. In a living room it depends on the aesthetic. If you’re doing a more contemporary style, it can be smaller, just under the furniture. If you have the opportunity to do a massive rug, I love that. One beautiful big rug can add so much importance to a room.

Furniture off or on the rug? It depends on your aesthetic. With traditional rugs, all the furniture should definitely be on the rug. Some of the more contemporary rugs can be used more like an art piece, so the furniture could be on or off.

A modern floral rug anchors the beautiful wooden canopy bed.Photo from Country Homes & Interiors, Sept. 2008.

All of Solemeini’s rugs are truly works of art that I would love to have spread across my bedroom floor. I am especially partial to his Vintage collection. One of my favorites is the “Balzane”. I’m entrapped by the subtle and stark colors, and the warmth that the hues elicit.

Balzane rug. Photo from: http://tinyurl.com/7wage4l

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Post by Laura Cheng.

The main functional purpose of headboards is to give your pillows (and you back) a place to prop up. Headboards also serve an aesthetic purpose. They can double as room anchors and style accessories for your bed. If you’re looking to add a stylish focal point, but don’t want to commit to a headboard, consider one of these creative alternatives.

Looking to spend quality time with your teenage kids? Here’s a great project you can do together. A very unique, low budget, techie way to jazz up your teenager’s headboard tiling freebie paint samples that can be gathered from you local hardware store (i.e. Home Depot). Pick up a laser level while you’re there. It’ll help tremendously. The example below is from Scott “THIEF” Prendergast’s bedroom, a showcase of over 1000 paint swatches. After arranging the collection in the desired pattern, he adhered the colors to the wall using mod podge. He didn’t mention how much time it took him, but I’m sure it will be plenty for you to get to know your son or daughter much better.

Source: http://www.studioist.com/category/headboard-alternative-series/

Another idea is to apply a large piece of art in lieu of a headboard. The piece of art will speak to the atmosphere that you are trying to set. This is by far one of my favorite ideas for someone as indecisive as I am. I can easily go from modern to traditional just by swapping out the picture. For an added benefit and for visual completeness, install a picture lamp. It can serve as a reading light and truly defines the work of art. Be sure to hang the large-scale painting high enough so pillows will not rest against it. For the readers who live in California and in fear of earthquakes, you may want to consider the other ideas.

Source: http://rvadv.com/2009/10/04/creative-headboard-art/

Another cost effective way to create a headboard is to utilize your windows if you’re lucky enough to have them your bedroom. Embrace the window. Treat the window like a headboard itself. The key to doing it properly is symmetry and purpose. Make sure your bed is centered between the window(s). The effect should be that the placement of the bed there was on purpose, not a last resort. Furthermore, notice how this bed doesn’t even have a bed frame. The rug actually serves as the bed frame, and it works! The rug, also with its equally protruding edges, helps to center the bed in the room so that neither a headboard nor a bed frame is needed.

Source: http://www.studioist.com/category/headboard-alternative-series/

Tags: bed, bedroom, Charles P. Rogers, Design, furniture, headboard

Post by Kyle St. Romain.

With Christmas right around the corner (I am still wobbling around from Thanksgiving), some of us are just starting to think about gift ideas for friends, family and ourselves. For me, the holidays mean I can catch up on some much needed rest and relaxation. And it’s about time; I’ve been waiting all year for this!

If you’re like me and plan on spending a little extra time in the bedroom this holiday season what better gift to give (or receive) than something that makes your holiday snoozing a bit more enjoyable. Today, I’m going to offer some suggestions for Christmas gift ideas for the bedroom.

Candles. Maybe it’s just me, but candles always make a great gift. They can be romantic, relaxing or decorative, and come in almost every scent imaginable meaning that you’re sure to find a scent to please any nose. This Christmas, depart from the ordinary and get something a bit more festive. Try scents like cinnamon, Christmas tree, peppermint and vanilla to invoke holiday nostalgia in the bedroom.

Bed Sheets. 2012 will be packed with great new opportunities, and what better way to welcome the New Year than with comfortable sheets? If you live in a colder climate, flannel sheets are downright awesome! They aren’t as cold when you first get into bed and they keep you snug as a bug throughout those snowy winter nights. If you live somewhere more temperate, a new set of prima cotton sheets is equally as rewarding. Bonus points for gifting a new set of sheets to your significant other, as you can enjoy the gift as well! Charles P. Rogers has some great bed sheets on sale this holiday; so don’t forget to check out our online store.

Pillows. Along the same lines as sheets, new pillows may be just what the doctor ordered this Christmas. Depending on your preferences and budget, the options are almost limitless. For me, nothing beats a high-quality, medium firm, down-filled pillow. When choosing a new pillow, it helps to feel it in person. Also, ask the sales representative what pillows work best for your style of sleeping as back, stomach and side sleepers benefit from different types of pillows.

Bedroom Furniture. This Christmas can be an excellent opportunity to upgrade your bedroom furniture. A new sleigh bed (very “Christmassy”), armoire, dresser, or other accent piece could be waiting in Santa’s sleigh for you this year. If you already have the bedroom furniture that’s right for you, a new mattress also makes for a great gift idea that keeps giving.

So when you’re doing your holiday shopping this Christmas, don’t overlook the bedroom. The gift of a good night’s sleep never goes out of style!

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Post by Laura Cheng.

For those who have mastered pattern with their wardrobes, this episode is for you. It’s time to try out some pattern in your bedroom.
Varying pattern size can add dimension to your bedroom. Not every pattern should be the same size and variety. Otherwise, your bedroom can look too matched and staged. Try varying patterns of similar colors, but experiment with size. For example, place a largely patterned area rug on the floor. A coverlet may feature a medium sized pattern. Mix things up by alternating throw pillows in an ikat or paisley print with subtle stripes. The patterns below appear to step to their own beat, but they work together harmoniously with the help of the structured bed and framed pictures.

Source: http://beachesandpeaches.com/tag/interior-design/

When selecting patterned items, pick a primary color that each pattern will share. This way, even if the fabrics or patterns aren’t exactly the same, they’ll look cohesive through color. For a room to feel a bit more upbeat, consider complimentary opposite colors. If you prefer a more restful atmosphere, try a palette of colors from the same family. Just vary the intensity of the shades.

You can build your patterns around different design themes. Two that come to mind are American Southwest and American Country.
Navajo patterns are the forefront of American Southwest style and can be used on your headboard or on pillowcases. Patterns aren’t just limited to linens. Even your furniture can contain patterns. The one pictured uses a natural engraved pattern in the headboard to give the room a warm, rustic look.

Source: http://www.comeonhome.biz

Ralph Lauren exhibits the quintessential American Country look. He makes it easy for even the amateur consumer to achieve designer looks by selling coordinating items “bed in a bag” style at department stores. However, with a balanced mix in patterns, they look far from staged. A large red floral print on the comforter is offset by the gingham, Dorothy blue sheets. Nautical red striped pillows and an inviting quilt throw pillow are unexpected additions. There are at least four different patterns going on here (stripes, floral prints, checkerboard, quilted), but they work well together because they stay within the same color range: red, white, and blue.

Source: http://leslieinspired.com/page/2/

You can experiment with patterns to make a room more personalized. When in doubt, remember the same set of rules apply for selecting bedroom patterns as they do when selecting your outfit. Comfort first, and rely on your instincts.

Tags: bed, Bedroom Design, Charles P. Rogers, furniture, Patterns