When arranging furniture in a room, you might want to place the different pieces anywhere they seem to fit.
While this is completely okay, nature will likely drive you to work around doorways and sometimes windows.
But what about obstructing other useful elements in your space?
(In this regard) Can You Put A Bed In Front Of A Window Or Wall Vent?
Yes, putting a bed in front of a window or wall vent is not a design sin, especially if you have no choice. If there is space under the bed, heat will come from under the bed and rise; just make sure not to block the vent completely.
However, this arrangement will likely block a lot of light, making your bedroom feel smaller, dingier, and crowded. It can also make the HVAC system work harder, ultimately resulting in greater utility bills or causing the system to malfunction, among other issues, or cause the wood to dry out, ruining your bed.
If you are arranging your bedroom but are unsure of what to do and not do, read on to know whether or not to put your bed in front of a window or wall vent.
Wall vents are often installed in convenient places to provide the necessary free flow of air without impeding most interior designs.
Similarly, windows are conveniently installed to offer a better view of the outside and let plenty of light inside without limiting how you can arrange furniture in your space.
This is important considering that each of these structural elements has a role to play in making your home more hospitable.
However, sometimes windows and wall vents are installed in extremely inconvenient places.
For instance, both or one of them being on the wall that would be perfect for your bed.
So, What Do You Do In Such Cases?
If you are arranging your bedroom and have no choice other than to put your bed in front of a wall vent or window, just go ahead and do it.
Even if you are a strong Feng Shui believer, sometimes you have to go with the only feasible setup.
After all, no choice translates to NO CHOICE, no matter the circumstances.
Notably, if putting your bed in front of a window would significantly take a toll on how your space feels, there are a few tricks that can help you make the most of the situation.
For instance, you can invest in a bed with a short or no headboard so that the bed is entirely below the windowsill or a few inches above the windowsill.
This way, you won’t block the view the window offers or distract light from coming in.
On the other hand, if the cause of concern is blocking the air from the vent, which can dry out your wooden bed or significantly raise your utility bills, you can buy a plastic cover (diverter) to redirect the air from under the bed. For the most part, this should help solve the big problem.
Eight Reasons Why Putting The Bed In Front Of The Window Or Wall Vent IS A BAD IDEA
There are a host of fascinating bedroom layouts, and one thing seems common: most people avoid placing their bed in front of a window at all costs.
Feng Shui rules further stress this prospect, arguing that much energy can flow out of the room, causing restless sleep.
Well, there are practical reasons why it is strongly discouraged to put your bed in front or adjacent or against a window.
Here are some reasons why it is a bad idea to put a bed in front of a window:
- Wall vents are normally installed under windows to help balance the temperatures. Placing your bed in front of a wall vent can impede its functionality, preventing warm air from circulating throughout the room. What’s more, the air coming through the vent can warm the bed, making it warm and uncomfortable to sleep on.
- In houses where wall vents are right under the window, placing your bed in front of the window blocks the vent, which can cause temperature imbalance. In cold areas, this can lead to moisture accumulation, which can lead to mold in the long term.
- Temperature is more varied near windows. If you like sleeping with windows open, you may also get sick from the cold breeze coming through the window. With heads being very sensitive to changes in temperatures, it is good to keep them away from the cold or the heat that comes from the HVAC system.
- If your bed has a significantly tall headboard, placing it in front of a window can block the outdoor view. This could be annoying for nature lovers.
- Due to the fact that your window is the outer wall, sleeping near a window can make you feel more vulnerable because the glasses are not as solid as a wall.
- Whether it is street light or sunlight, near the windows can be brighter, which can take a toll on your sleep.
- Having your bed near a window can feel less private and noisier because that is where light and glances of curious passersby penetrate the room. This is especially true if the bedroom in question is on the ground floor.
- Feng Shui bedroom layout principles warn that sleeping near windows can result in a loss of positive energy, leading to restless nights.
While these reasons hold water, they shouldn’t discourage you when placing the bed in front of a window is the only feasible setup.
The most exciting part is that there are tricks to bypass most of these issues.
Whether it is buying a bed with a more open frame, forgoing the bed frame, framing the bed with curtains, or using a diverter to redirect the air from vents, there’s a solution.
So, Why Would Anyone Consider Putting Their Bed Near A Window?
- Windows can frame a bed in a striking and unique way.
- Placing your bed in front of a window offers a better view of the morning or evening yellow sun. There will also be plenty of natural light on a bed placed in front of a window, which can make your bed a favorite reading corner during weekends.
- Positioning your bed in front of a window allows for space-saving distribution of bedroom furniture, which can free up plenty of space, ultimately making your bedroom feel less crowded.
- The bed can be a perfect compliment for a stained, unusually shaped, or panoramic window.
- You can buy a bed with a tall headboard to hide an unsightly view.
Conclusion
Generally, placing a bed in front of a window or wall vent is strongly discouraged, especially when it is not the last resort, as it may block air from the vent and natural light that should come in through the window.
On the other hand, if you have no choice but to have your bed in front of the window, the good news is that there are ways to make it work for you.
Hopefully, this post helps you make an informed decision when arranging your bedroom.