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Question: Where to find music-themed items for a bedroom? Open to suggestions on decor and organization as well…?
I am trying to brainstorm ideas for things to add to my bedroom that are music-themed; I play violin.
I would like to be able to make my room appealing to the eye, but yet practical in terms of storage.
I have done web searches for home decor items that are music-themed, but when I search for them using the term “Music Themed Decor” or “Music Themed Bedroom”, I have mainly been presented with guides, not actual websites where things could be ordered.

Here is a link to a rough sketch of my bedroom. It’s not to scale, but it gives a general idea of its current format: http://i970.photobucket.com/albums/ae187/ViolinistInBlack/random/bedroommodel-nottoscale.png

Here are some of the things that I have to work with already, as well as a few of the ideas I had in mind:
~I cannot paint the walls(however, they are already white), but I can hang up posters.
~In addition to a twin-sized bed, I have a desk and chair, dresser, nightstand, and bookshelf(thinking about getting rid of it and finding another alternative though…)
~Between my bed and bookshelf, there is a brass/gold-colored lamp mounted on the wall
~There is a space approximately 5 1/2 feet x 7 feet in the middle of the room where I could add a rug and possibly a floor pillow or two that could be stored under the bed, in the desk chair, or just to a side while not in use.
~I already have a framed portrait of a violin
~I also have this throw in my room, and am planning on finding a white quilt to go underneath it for bedding: http://www.currentcatalog.com/601713.html
~I initially have pictured a color scheme of black and white with hints of either dark red or green, brown, gold, and silver, but am willing to look at other examples of color schemes.
~Storage and clutter build-up is a bit of an issue in my room. I have my bed on risers and have plastic drawers underneath, but that only solves part of the problem. Possibly a smaller, shorter storage unit with music notes on it? Or small wall shelves?
~If I do get rid of the bookshelf and go with a smaller storage unit, the smaller unit will go under the window and the nightstand will go next to my bed.
~Ideally, the finished product would have a permanent space for practicing (possibly with a stool added in that could be moved to the center of the room), as well as a small area for storage of part of a doll collection (no larger than 1 foot x 2 feet x 2 feet; it is currently located between the desk and nightstand)
~I would also like to be able to have a small table(either doubling as or going over the previously mentioned storage unit) of some type in front of the window for a small plant or vase of flowers or two, but it is completely optional.

Where could I find some things that could be used to design/decorate my room and yet make use of as much storage space as possible at the same time(also willing to look at stores that are not online)?
Any suggestions on how to go about doing so?
And do you think that I should get rid of the bookshelf?

Thanks a bunch!
“Why is your nightstand behind your bed rather than next to it? ”

I forgot to mention that the nightstand is in front of the bed instead of behind it. My bad. :-p

That is actually the only place that it will fit at the moment. The space between my bed and the bookshelf is too small for the nightstand.

The main reasons that I am looking at getting rid of the bookshelf are:
~Being able to have the ability to move the nightstand next to my bed, since the bookshelf is too tall to go in front of the window.
~It has encouraged more clutter build-up, believe it or not. It’s at too convenient of a spot to pile stuff on to, so getting rid of it would be a way to possibly reduce the cluttered look of the room a bit.
I did end up moving the bookshelf out of my room today. I’ve decided to look for something smaller that will go under the window that could potentially double as a table or place to put plants and stuff. I’ve decided to go with this idea because it makes the room appear a little bit larger. I’m still looking for the shorter bookshelf though.

Answer:

Answer by Kate
Your room seems really strangely arranged. Why is your nightstand behind your bed rather than next to it?

As for furniture, if storage is an issue, you do not want to replace a tall bookshelf with a small bookshelf. You want to increase storage. One thing that might work is to ditch the bookcase and the doll storage and replace it with something like this http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S39862309 or this http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/S29842623 (this may not work with non white furniture)

My guess is that you aren’t using the space you have well. It looks like a small room, in which case you want furniture that is narrow but tall when possible. You shouldn’t need a seperate doll storage area, you should be able to combine that with a desk, bookcase or dresser OR find some empty wall space and hang shelves. Forget the table with a plant. Your room looks cramped already and there is no reason a plant can’t go on a dresser or desk.

It really seems like sorting out the furniture is the major issue, but here is some musical decor:

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37043929&ref=sr_gallery_3&&ga_search_query=music+note&ga_search_type=&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=37253299&ref=sr_gallery_15&&ga_search_query=music+note&ga_search_type=&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=36600488&ref=sr_gallery_6&&ga_search_query=music+note&ga_search_type=&ga_page=&includes[]=tags&includes[]=title

I wouldn’t go overboard with musical notes or violins- 2-3 items of each MAX. One way to mix it up would be to find posters of famous music festivals and frame them to match your decor. http://www.lincolncenter.org/merchandise.asp

http://www.allposters.com/gallery.asp?startat=/getposter.asp&APNum=2880193&CID=B120A7E38C0841CEB12053544C2B9B99&PPID=1&Search=&f=t&FindID=0&P=3&PP=6&sortby=PD&c=c&page=3

http://www.allposters.com/gallery.asp?startat=/getposter.asp&APNum=1249021&CID=B120A7E38C0841CEB12053544C2B9B99&PPID=1&Search=&f=t&FindID=0&P=5&PP=6&sortby=PD&c=c&page=5

http://www.montrealjazzfest.com/shop/ficheArticle.aspx?artId=42&catId=12&shopId=fijm

Are you looking for a unit that will solve your storage demands but you do not want to spend so much money? In this situation, you ought to buy a wire closet organizer, with the aid of which it will be easy for you to fulfill your storage requirements. This is a cheap solution for individuals who do not wish to spend much money on closets. The wire closet organizer is also a great solution for those who do not wish to remain in their present house or apartment for very long but who desire to have a wire closet organizer in which to put away their stuffs temporarily.

Of the numerous closet organizers that are available in the market, the wire closet organizer is the most inexpensive of them all and it gives the same function to the user as other units. Many people believe that items that are cheaply priced do not last for a long time, but this is not true in the case of wire closet organizer because although it is cheap, it can be used for heavy things and it also lasts for years. However, before you purchase the closet organizer, be sure that you find out the heaviest weight that the wire closet organizer can store. If you select a wire closet organizer whose weight limit is 20 kgs and you place stuff that adds up to 30 kgs there then it will definitely fail you.

The biggest purpose for which people selecta wire closet organizer is to make their home look spacious and neat. You can hang onto a lot of money when you choose a full kit because it is more cost-effective than getting the components individually. Frequently, the wire closet organizer kits will include racks and you also have the option to add sliding drawers to the kits. Wooden drawers are pricey and if you want a more economical option, then you can always choose the sliding drawers.

There are two kinds of systems in the wire closet organizer. The first system is the kind where you attach the track to a wall and then you put wire baskets or shelves in various sites on the track. Anyone can customize this style of wire closet organizer and you do not have to chop down or drill so much when you go for this alternative. The second system is one where each of the components of the kit are affixed to your wall. This is done with the help of braces, clips, screws and anchors.

Anyone who wants to make his or her home seem roomier can choose the wire closet organizers. It is durable and you do not have to spend so much money on it. This is the obvious solution to your storage requirements, so go and purchase a wire closet organizer today!

It’s possible that you avoided buying latex due to its high price, but now you have to chance to see what King Koil and Natural Elegance Collection have to offer for your bed. It is easy to see that King Koil made a great latex mattress, since it is produced to the highest standards.

Latex becomes a very popular pick. It is on the market for quite a while, but it lost the popularity due to introduction of urethane, which was a cheaper foam.

Since memory foam can change its shape to the sleeper’s body, a lot of people who used it like how its supports their back. But there are several disadvantages of memory foam mattress, it is an expensive product, smells bad, it doesn’t deal with heat well and is a bit harder in the cold rooms.

On the other side, latex doesn’t have these flaws but is a very expensive option that most buyers avoid simply because of the price. And it’s bad that this happens since there are a lot of cheaper solutions, like Natural latex bed from King Koil. And the price of this model is just a chunk of the price SpringFree has, a model from Restonic.

When looking to buy a latex mattress you need to be aware that there are 3 types available; natural, synthetic and a mixture of both. You have two different ways to make latex. The first method is the oldest. The latex is whipped with air to form a foam, which is heated to produce foam rubber. The advanced Talalay method is using vacuum process to get rid of air from the mixture, so there won’t be any air pockets and the rubber will be distributed evenly throughout the mold. Finally, CO2 is run through the mixture to lock in the consistency. The finest latex on the market is called Talalay.

Browse through the internet a bit and you will find some great King Koil mattress ratings. Sure, there are some brands that offer higher quality product, but you won’t find none of them in the same price range.

There is no doubt that natural latex beds are more expensive than their synthetic counterparts. You can get and affordable mattress if you choose synthetic latex because it is made out of petroleum based chemicals, in compariosn to expensive natural latex we have to harvest from rubber trees. It could be said that some natural mattresses contain filler to reduce the cost, but the same is true for synthetic models as well. For either type, it is important to determine all of the materials used, as they can have a tremendous effect on the quality and durability of the mattress.

On the other hand, 100% natural latex mattresses are some of the most hypo-allergenic sleep surfaces available. If you have sinus problem, suffer from airborne pollen and dust, you should know that natural latex bed gives you a peaceful sleep. Synthetic has the potency to cause some chemical reactions, but natural latex doesn’t do that, it’s even resistant to dust mites and mold. It is a reason that persuaded many people to pay higher price for this mattress and enjoy in the heatlh benefits the provide.

You can find few latex mattress manufacturers that are quite popular and have a long history when it comes to mattress production. If you want to know what models are the most popular when it comes to natural latex, then you should take a lok at Restonic HealthRest mattress, Englander Nature’s Choice, Simmons Natural care; they are all completely organic and will increase the quality of your sleep as well as offer a lof more health benefits. These are really cheap mattresses and you should check them out.

One thing customers do not like about these natural latex mattresss is the way they deal with body heat. This can be a troublesome feature for many people, and result in waking up with night sweats.As bedding technology has improved, this obstacle has been overcome, and most quality latex foam mattresses today are constructed with some sort of light fabric mattress top that is able to conduct the heat away from the body and allow for a more comfortable sleep experience.

This brand is in top 10 mattress brands in the US. It makes a variety of different types of mattresses from the traditional inner spring through to memory foam mattresses to even magnetic mattress. And now you can have some Restonic bed ratings to read about.

Restonic has a latex mattress called Providence. A company by the name Latex Foam Internarional is where Restonic buy its latex from. Companies like Serta, Simmons, Sealy, Spirg Air, Stearns and Foster, Kingsdown and many others are buying materials from Latex Foam International, just like Restonic does. In case you are considering buying a latex bed from some of these companies, you will be actually buying the identical products. Each company, will offer different takes on it though, whether it’s firmness, damask coverings or some other slick sales pitch. You should make your decision based on the price, especially since Restonic beds have the same quality as many mattresses out there.

The memory foam mattress is in vogue right now so it isn’t surprising Restonic has its own version called the HealthRest. You get a high density foam base (non memory foam), a layer of convoluted foam (to dissipate body heat) and a final top layer of memory foam. The configuration of each of these will depend on the model you choose. Since Restonic foam mattress is too soft, it usually develops sagging a lot quicker than its competitors, which is an opinion of people who used them. Alas, this is a problem all memory foam beds have.

Your bedroom can have a air bed from Restonic, since they are producing them too. Trailers and camper vans are often destionation for these since they are quite affordable. I suggest you check out Simmons Luxaire if you really want to enjoy in a good air bed mattress for a long time.

Innerspring and latex mattresses from Restonic are on the same level of quality with the mattresses from other popular brands. Consumer reviews generally give a pretty good ranking to a Restonic mattress, especially the ComfortCare range.

Getting the best mattress for your needs is really not easy, it can be overwhelming to get the best model due to so many different choices you can make when refurnishing your guest or children room. You will have a lot of option when shopping for mattresses and box springs. You will be in position to figure out what benefits and weaknesses each option has for you, when you check out all of them.

Five different sizes are available for you to choose from when buying a mattress. These include twin, full, queen, king and California king mattresses. Since twin mattress has very modest dimensions, it is best used in a guest room or the room of your children. It would be great to see why are twin size mattresses such a great choice for guest rooms and children’s rooms.

Specification of a Twin Mattress

A twin mattress is commonly referred to as a single bed because it is designed to comfortably fit a single person rather than a couple. The dimensions of a twin mattress are 39″ in width and 75″ in length, which makes this size the smallest availabe on the market. Twin mattresses come in many different styles and prices, so you are sure to find one that fits your style and your budget.

Why Buy a Twin Mattress

The greatest advantage of a twin mattress is the size. You can buy a twin size mattress and fit it inside any room you have in your home and there will be some more space left for other furniture. Large beds are not often found in spare bedrooms, or guest rooms, since they take too much space and do not allow for other furniture to be fitted inside.

Standard size for bunk, as well as trundl beds, ar twin mattresses, which makes them to be very popular choice for children’s room. Get one bed for each of the children you have and they will have much easier life, and the same applies to you. Children want their independence, and giving each of them their own bed in a shared room makes them feel more independent.

Memory foam mattress topper would be a great solution in case you are having problems with sleeping properly or even with backache. You will get a good night of sleep with on of these mattress toppers. These are produced so that all the soft and firm mattresses could be improved. A mattress that is too firm or a sleeping surface that is too soft will not support the body in a proper way, and backache can occur.

You will get total support and a lot of good sleep with these toppers. You use this thin cover as a sleeping surface that will be placed on top of your bed. You will save a lot of money in comparison to buying a new mattress. In case you think that a full size mattress is too expensive, than a good bed pad will take care of all your needs. In case your mattresses are good and you do not wish to lose them, you can get one of these products. These products are made with the help of visco elastic foam. The foam is affected by the change in temperature. The heat and weight of your body will influence the surface of these products, so they will comform to your body shape. And this is how they give us complte support and make peaceful sleep possible. You won’t have problems with allergies if you go for this products. You should know that these products have very strong odor that can bother you. It’s recommended to keep them out for some time, so the odor will dissapear as quickyl as possible.

These mattress toppers are available for single, queen as well as king size beds. Before you buy one of these products, make sure you have the right bed measurements. While buying Tempurpedic mattress foam topper, you should remember to check its density. Models that have low density should be avoided, there is no use in buying them. A topper that has density of 5lbs is what you should look for. Thickness of 3″ will bring you a lot of benefits, so it would be wise to choose this model. The prices start from $50 and go above that.

Since memory foam mattress toppers are offering relief from the backache and a good night of sleep, you should consider this affordable option.