Pure elegance! That’s what crushed velvet looks like. It’s back! You see a resurgence of crushed velvet in fashion, home decor, and home furnishings! It has a certain rich, quality look that simply cannot be duplicated in other upholstery fabrics. That’s one of the reasons it’s making a strong comeback in bedrooms around the world. Maybe you’ve been thinking about buying yourself a crushed velvet bed, but you have some questions.
Crushed velvet beds, complete with their sophisticated button-tufted upholstery, create a warm and cozy nest for you to land in after a long day. If you think you can’t afford this look, think again. They are surprisingly affordable…no more expensive to buy than your average bed.
When you decide on a crushed velvet bed, you’ll love how the fabric catches the light. The bed really becomes the center of attention in your bedroom decoration. It makes the other furniture jealous!
These beds are gaining popularity at a dizzying pace. The elegant look and luxurious velvet feel are hard to beat. Some are also very practical, designed as “ottoman style” with storage built into the frame, under the mattress. Seems like it might be a bit awkward to move the mattress. But what a great idea to store your wardrobe in the off-season!
Crushed velvet beds are similar to velvet beds. The fabric starts out the same. Crushed velvet consists of a slightly larger loop in the fabric. It is then pressed or “squished” in different random directions to give it a rich, patterned appearance. The pattern is what makes it diffuse light in a way that regular velvet does not. The random pattern with the contrast button upholstery creates the perfect look.
What about cleaning it? Most people are a bit hesitant to invest in this fabric, because they are worried about maintaining it. It is actually quite easy to care for. It will clean spills or stains the same way it cleans other upholstery fabrics. You can choose to have a professional come and clean it. However, we always recommend it. But if you want to try it, you can clean it with a little laundry soap mixed with water. Knock it into the dirt…don’t rub it! Dry it with a hair dryer. Keep the dryer far enough away so it doesn’t overheat the fabric. Use a soft toothbrush to restore the nap if necessary.
When it comes to color selection, you’ll need to be quite conservative. There is no great choice. Browsing online, it seems that the most popular color for crushed velvet bedding is silver/grey. Some cream colored and others brown. You’ll find some variations on those themes, but don’t plan on straying too far from that palate, unless you’re planning on ordering a custom one in hot pink!
If you’re looking for a great way to liven up a boring old room, go for crushed velvet! It will add just the right amount of shine!