How to makeover your bedroom for better sex

culled from:www.bodyandsoul.com.a

1. Keep it simple

Psychologist Annie Gurton says each room in the home should have a specific purpose – and the bedroom should be reserved just for sleeping and sex. Claire Bradley, editor of Inside Out magazine, agrees: “Create a space you actually want to be in.” She adds that it should be dark, quiet, comfortable and only contain the absolute essentials.
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2. Create balance

Try to take a light touch to bedroom redesign, Bradley advises. Avoid overdoing texture, fragrance or trimmings – the days of an abundance of candles, oil burners and incense in the bedroom are well and truly gone. Instead, incorporate simple design elements so the room can be enjoyed by both of you. One candle is OK, but everything else should be pared back. “Too much of one person’s personality will only create an unhealthy imbalance in a room and this can interfere with romance and spontaneity,” Bradley adds.

3. Build a love story

Mason says a great way to boost intimacy is to personalise your bedroom. Pictures, memorabilia and sentimental gifts can remind you about the love you and your partner share. “The space we create in the bedroom has a big impact on our relationship. It’s a place where couples can feel most comfortable, where they can replenish and recharge from daily stresses, and can share a deep level of intimacy that we don’t share with others outside of the bedroom,” Mason says.
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4. Get the light right

Subtle lighting in the bedroom can create a welcoming ambience, while harsh lighting can quickly kill the mood, Bradley warns – and it’s more common these days thanks to the introduction of energy-saving light bulbs. Soft, low-level lighting will create a more welcoming atmosphere for intimacy and romance. “It’s important to get the lighting right,” Bradley says. “If you’re unsure why, think about being in a nightclub when they turn on the ‘ugly lights’. Get it?”

5. Colour your world

A clever splash of colour is one way to heat things up in the bedroom, Bradley says. Used correctly, the right tones can create a welcoming environment for both sexes. But while some hues are great for romance, they don’t all inspire restful sleep. Red, for example, symbolises passion but is also synonymous with aggression, while cool colours such as blue and green help promote sleep, according to one UK study. Further British research revealed that purple rooms (and silk sheets) are the best overall for boosting your sex life.