The canopy bed is very popular. They have been very popular throughout time. They are favored for young girls, but have moved across the board as a popular pick.
What Are They?
These beds have frames across the top that material can e draped from. In some cases the frames are a simple box. Some models only have the frame above the head of the bed where the material can be draped from. These beds come in a variety of sizes that are traditional, such as King, Queen, Full and twin size models. Some people favor to use the canopy part of the bed without using material, they just leave the exposed frame in place while others prefer the stately and sophisticated look of a canopy.
Styles
There are a slew of styles available. Some are made out of metal which are geared toward the adult market. For the younger crowd there are painted wood models. There are also unfinished wood models that are stained to keep their natural beauty.
For Little Girls
A canopy bed has been longed favored for little girl's rooms. These are very traditional and usually have frilly materials and are very feminine. They are very princess like and make the room very girly. You can create a dream bedroom for a girl with the use of a canopy and some frilly linen.
For Adults
This type of bed has come into vogue for adult bedding as well. Usually adult beds that are made in this fashion use sheer material to dress the canopy. In some cases the bed is made from metal and the canopy frame is simply a box supported by four posts.
Costs
These types of beds are no more expensive than other styles of beds. A complete bed with frame and mattresses can be purchased for around one thousand dollars -which is right around what any bedding set is going to cost.
The canopy bed can be purchased from most places that sell beds. Furniture stores also carry these types of beds. They can also be purchased through discount warehouse stores.
Installation
They are put together easily and usually require some small hand tools. They usually use require Allen Keys to secure the bed in place. In most instances they will have to be put together in the room that they are going to be used in and then dismantled to remove them from the room.
