BEFORE SUNSET

Get in on the shaped headboard trend without splashing out hundreds of pounds for a new piece of furniture. Painting your headboard straight onto the wall instead means you’ll have a choice of thousands of colours and hundreds of shapes. Minimalist styles, such as curves or straight-edged blocks are quick to apply and you can easily create this look in an afternoon. If you have a bit more time, why not try something more ornate, like a stepped or scalloped design? Use a washable paint for these headboards as regular contact with the wall can cause marks to build up.

Walls in matt emulsion in Snowdrop, from £18 per 2.5L; headboard in flat matt emulsion in Cushion Craze, from £36 per 2.5L, both Crown Use warm, earthy tones to create a dreamy effect for a good night’s sleep