While spring is often associated with home updates, summer is actually the season when your bedroom is seen in its truest light. Longer days and stronger natural light highlight how a space really feels to live in, from colour palettes to layout and flow. It’s often during these brighter months that homeowners notice, sometimes for the first time, what needs simplifying, softening or completely rethinking.
At The Painted Furniture Company, creating beautiful bedrooms that feel personal, welcoming and built to last is at the heart of everything they do. Known for their handcrafted painted furniture, made-to-order in the UK, the company believes bedrooms should feel like a sanctuary all year round, but especially during the brighter, slower pace of summer.
“Summer naturally makes us want to refresh our homes and create spaces that feel lighter and more relaxed,” says Kate Chandler, Creative Director at The Painted Furniture Company. “Your bedroom should be somewhere you genuinely look forward to retreating to at the end of the day. Often, it’s the simple changes that make the biggest difference, such as softer colour palettes, decluttering surfaces and choosing furniture that brings both beauty and practicality into the room.”
This season, the team are seeing homeowners gravitate towards calming neutral tones, soft greens and warm earthy shades that bring a sense of tranquillity indoors. Painted furniture in these softer, nature-inspired colours paired with natural wood textures helps create an airy, timeless look that works beautifully in both modern and traditional style bedrooms.
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From elegant wardrobes and beautifully crafted bedside tables to practical chest of drawers and dressing tables, every piece is designed to be both functional and stylish. With bespoke sizing, colour choices and finish options available, customers can create furniture that feels completely individual to their home.
Kate adds: “Bedrooms work best when they feel considered but never overly styled. We always encourage customers to think about how they want the room to feel, not just how they want it to look. Adding furniture that’s handcrafted and made just for you instantly gives a bedroom a more personal and comforting feel.”
The Painted Furniture Company’s made-to-order collections are handcrafted using traditional techniques. Designed with longevity in mind, they offer an alternative to fast furniture and help customers invest in pieces they’ll enjoy for years to come.
Kate’s Tips to Update Your Bedroom
For anyone looking to refresh their bedroom this summer, Kate recommends focusing on a few simple updates:
Introduce lighter, calming colours inspired by nature
Declutter surfaces to create a more restful atmosphere
Layer natural textures such as wood, linen and soft cottons
Choose timeless furniture that balances style with practicality
Invest in versatile storage to keep the room feeling calm and organised
“A beautifully designed bedroom doesn’t need to feel complicated,” says Kate. “It should feel warm, comfortable and completely yours. Summer is the perfect opportunity to create a space that helps you slow down and recharge.”
