A bed canopy is a perfect way to add elegance to any bedroom. This beautiful bedding accessory brings a profound sense of serenity and tranquility. It can transform your bedroom into a true sanctuary of sleep. It’s not to be confused with a four-poster bed, which is a bed with a high frame for draping curtains. Read the following 5 steps to learn how to properly install your bed canopy and discover plenty of tips to help you enhance its beauty.
Before you begin, if you do not want to drill into your ceiling to fix your bed canopy, read this article instead: Fixing a bed canopy without drilling .
Choose your bed canopy
A wide selection is available. Indeed, bed canopies come in a wide variety of colors and materials , ranging from airy and lightweight fabrics to thick and extravagant ones. The possible colors are also numerous: white, red, green, black, blue, etc.
For a traditional/extroverted style , silk and velvet are best suited, like this luxurious pink canopy bed for adults . But for a simpler style , consider a light, understated linen, like this white canopy bed for adults .
For your children, the options are quite similar. There are neutral ones as well as more themed ones; princess, sailor, etc… We invite you to explore our children’s and baby bed canopy catalogs .
Choose its location
The type of canopy you choose will determine where you hang it in relation to your bed. If you have one designed for a crib, you’ll need to hang it near the head of the bed so the fabric doesn’t bother your baby while they sleep.
If you choose a larger canopy bed for children or adults, center it above your bed to allow the fabric to cascade in all directions.
Install the hook
For this third step, you will need a crochet hook. If you already have one, that’s perfect; otherwise, we recommend the ones from Leroy Merlin . They’re inexpensive and good quality.
Drill a small hole where you want to hang your bed canopy, then screw in the hook. For maximum safety, use a stud finder to locate the most suitable spots on your ceiling.
Since your canopy bed hangs directly above your head, it’s important to ensure the hook is securely fastened. For added support, use drywall anchors.
Attach the bed canopy to the hook
Attach the canopy to the hook screwed into the ceiling and adjust it so that it’s level. The fabric should hang gracefully down all sides. If you’re having trouble, ask someone to help you; they can hold the canopy to the ceiling and adjust it while you decide on its final position.
Add your decorative touch
Once you have finished installing your bed canopy, consider giving it some style with embellishments .
Many specialized decorations and accessories for bed canopies are available on the market, so you will easily find what you are looking for.
Add some fairy lights , butterflies , or curtain tiebacks to give it a truly personal touch. It’s your bed, so make it the bed of your dreams !