| Looking for an interesting theme for your bedroom? | | | | lamps, palm tree lamps, or pineapple lamps are also |
| Why not delve into the exotic world of tropical themes, | | | | fun décor pieces for bedside tables or end |
| and use Hawaiian décor to create your own | | | | tables. |
| personal paradise. | | | | Bedding - In regards to bedding, you essentially have |
| If you are a more conservative decorator, or have | | | | two options. Either choose a solid color for your quilt or |
| never decorated in a theme before, a Hawaiian or | | | | comforter, or choose a print. If you choose a solid |
| island theme may seem a little excessive for your | | | | color, you can add printed throw pillows to dress up |
| bedroom. However, in actuality, because there are so | | | | your bed. However, if you choose a print, such as |
| many elements to Hawaiian décor, you can | | | | orchids or palm leaves, make sure you accent throw |
| make your bedroom as extravagant or basic as you | | | | pillows and walls with solid colors. It is imperative that |
| want. | | | | the room doesn't carry too many prints or it will look to |
| The following are some ideas for you to think about | | | | busy and intimidating. |
| when putting together such a theme for your | | | | Furniture - Wood furniture is definitely the way to go. If |
| bedroom: | | | | you cannot obtain solid wood furniture, opt for bamboo, |
| Walls - There are many ways you can color your | | | | or dark faux wood furniture. That being said, don't |
| walls. If you would like to keep it simple, a clean neutral | | | | overload your space with furniture, as your goal is to |
| shade of brown such as sand or a light taupe, or a | | | | create an open space. Therefore, make sure you |
| warm white are excellent paint choices. For those who | | | | include all essential furniture pieces first (I.E. bed, |
| would prefer a more dynamic wall, consider painting | | | | dresser, chest of drawers and bedside table). If you still |
| the wall a bright but soft yellow, blue or green. | | | | have room than you can add any other furniture such |
| On the other hand, if you are feeling creative, you | | | | as end tables, sitting chair, shelves, armoire, etc. |
| could paint a beach wall mural, or purchase a ready | | | | Accessories - Other Hawaiian décor you may |
| made mural, such as a Hawaiian sunset, and paste it | | | | wish to add to the room include: |
| on the wall. In addition, don't forget, there are always | | | | Â- Palm plant (real or artificial) |
| palm tree, palm leaf, and floral wallpaper if you like | | | | Â- Vase of artificial orchids |
| prints. | | | | Â- Wall tapestries of palm trees, orchids or palm |
| Floors - Deep red-brown, chestnut, or sand colored | | | | leaves |
| wood floors are the perfect compliment for any | | | | Â- Authentic Hawaiian art |
| Hawaiian décor. If hard wood floors are out of | | | | Â- Pictures of palm trees, orchids, a beach, Hawaiian |
| your budget, consider laminate. Conversely, if carpet is | | | | architecture, hula girl, or actual framed photographs |
| preferred, a nice light or dark shade of brown, ocean | | | | taken in Hawaii, etc. Note: wooden frames are best for |
| blue, sea green or light green are all ideal choices. | | | | pictures or wall art. |
| Doors and Moldings - These elements of the room | | | | Â- Area rug with flower or palm leaf |
| should be colored in a dark and rich brown such as | | | | Â- Plain or decorative bamboo or wooden screen |
| oak or cherry to blend nicely with the rest of the room. | | | | Â- Throw pillows with floral or palm leaf pattern. |
| Window treatments - The best window treatments | | | | Â- Bamboo chair |
| for Hawaiian décor are wooden shutters, or | | | | When it comes to using Hawaiian décor for |
| bamboo blinds. You can leave these window | | | | your bedroom, there are plenty of options to choose |
| treatments as is, or you can provide them with a little | | | | from. Your decisions will be based on your budget and |
| more oomph by adding a delicate white sheer curtain. | | | | your own personal taste. Therefore, make sure you |
| Lighting - A wood ceiling fan, especially one with blades | | | | shop around and look for different items before |
| in the shape of palm leaves, is ideal for the Hawaiian | | | | making any final decisions. Finally, trust your own |
| theme. If a ceiling fan is out of the question, opt for any | | | | judgment and don't be afraid to be creative when |
| other basic ceiling light, as your goal is to not make the | | | | putting together your bedroom. Take your time, and |
| ceiling light a focal point of the room. Hula dancer | | | | have fun! |