Furnishing a master bedroom is one of the decorating decisions that most impacts daily life. It's a space for rest, a personal refuge, and also one of the most visible rooms in the house. In this guide, we explain how to choose each piece, in what order to buy them, and how to avoid the most common mistakes.
What should a complete double bedroom include?
A complete double bedroom consists of:
- Bed — the centerpiece that defines the style of the bedroom.
- Mattress — essential for sleep quality.
- Base / sommier — mattress support, with or without storage
- Bedside tables — usually two, one on each side.
- Wardrobe — main storage space in the bedroom.
- Chest of drawers — additional storage, optional, but very useful.
- Chest of drawers — optional, ideal when the wardrobe doesn't have enough drawers.
- Headboard — a decorative element that frames the bed (it can be integrated into the bed or be independent).
How to choose the right bed?
The bed dictates the rest of the room. Before choosing, define:
- Size — a couple needs at least 140 cm in width; 160 cm is more comfortable; 180 cm (king) is for those who have space and want maximum comfort.
- The style — upholstered (warmer and cozier), wood/veneer (more classic and durable), or lacquered (more contemporary).
- With or without storage — beds with storage compartments are ideal for bedrooms with limited space.
See our collection of Platea double beds , manufactured in Paços de Ferreira.
Mattress: the most important choice
Many people invest in a beautiful bed and skimp on the mattress—this is the most common mistake. The mattress is what determines the quality of sleep. For a couple, the main considerations are:
- Independent movement — pocket springs or high-density foam minimize the transmission of movement between the two sides of the bed.
- Firmness — if the two have different preferences, the solution could be a mattress with areas of varying firmness or two individual mattresses on a king-size base.
- Thermoregulation — if one of you tends to feel hot, it's worth considering mattresses with thermal dissipation technologies such as the Lusocolchão Bioceramic.
See our complete guide How to choose the ideal mattress and the article Mattress for couples: how to choose when you have different preferences .
Bed base or box spring: with or without storage?
The base is often overlooked but has a big impact on comfort. The main options are:
- Storage bed base — opens from the top and offers ample storage capacity. Ideal for bedrooms without much wardrobe space.
- Padded base — no storage, but aesthetically pleasing and comfortable.
- Slatted bed frame — more ventilated, recommended for latex and memory foam mattresses.
See all available bed bases and slatted bases , and our article "Bed with slatted base or bed frame: what's the difference?"
Bedside tables
Bedside tables should be the same height as the mattress top or slightly higher — typically between 50 and 60 cm. Opt for models with at least one drawer to keep everyday items easily accessible and clutter-free. See our bedside tables coordinated with Platea bedrooms .
Platea complete bedrooms: coordinated and manufactured in Portugal.
PlateaHome sells complete bedroom sets from the Platea brand, manufactured in Paços de Ferreira. The Amora, Sintra, Corvo, Miami and other lines allow for coordinating beds, bedside tables, chests of drawers and dressers in the same finish, creating a harmonious ensemble. Available in oak veneer, walnut and/or lacquered parts.
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In what order should I buy them?
The recommended sequence is: first the bed (defines the size and style), then the mattress and base (compatible with the bed), then the wardrobe (the biggest space constraint), and finally the accessories — nightstands, chests of drawers, mirrors.
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