She Shed is a fantastic place to relax, catch up on work, or entertain friends or family. Sounds pretty versatile, but is it a good place for some shut-eye? Let’s find out, and also have a look at some great bed and bedding solutions for your private escape.
Sleeping in a She Shed is possible provided the structure has enough insulation from external elements. Ventilation is also important and care must be taken to ensure there are no toxic gases or fumes anywhere in or around the intended sleeping area. You will also need a bed or some other bedding materials upon which to sleep.
Your back-garden getaway is your pride and joy, and you love spending as much time as possible there sprucing up, doing your work projects, or simply curling up with a good book. The idea of making the 50-foot trek to your actual house for bedtime weighs you down, and you just want to stay in your She Shed forever and ever. Well, today might just be your lucky day.
Can you sleep in a She Shed?
You can absolutely sleep in your She Shed, ladies. Your She Shed, your rules. It is only a question of how you will arrange your bed, and the style of bedding you will choose. Feel free to be as creative as you can for this, because why not? In the event that you have a complete lack of ideas, you could always hire an interior decorator, who can translate your vision onto paper and then bring it to life. If you want to save a few bucks on the décor experts, you can simply scroll through Pinterest and borrow some ideas and tricks.
Before you set up your She Shed to serve as sleeping quarters, there are some considerations, and possible adjustments, you have to make. The first thing you should consider is your overall vision of what you want the She Shed to look and feel like. What kind of bed do you want? What size? How will the bed and bedding affect the space’s aesthetics?
The next consideration is the insulation. Depending on where you live, and time of the year, nights can get brutally cold. She Shed needs to be able to shield you from most of the drafts and chills so you can sleep snugly. Insulating the walls, floor, and ceiling is a smart move just to be safe. Make use of towels and “door snakes” to keep out drafts. Double glazed windows are not a bad idea either. Waterproofing is, naturally, essential as well.
Ventilation is also important if you will be sleeping in your She Shed. The room must be breathable, with air free to flow in and out to prevent stuffiness and keep you cool. Try to make your windows as large, and as numerous, as possible to achieve this. You might also want to invest in air conditioning for your She Shed’s ventilation.
Security is also a key consideration. You want to make sure intruders don’t catch you napping (no pun intended) in your she shed, so have it handled before you move in. Alarm systems, CCTV cameras, and heavy-duty locks are just a few of the security solutions that can be equipped to a She Shed. As fun as a She Shed can be, security must always be taken seriously.
She Shed sleeping ideas
There are many sleep-related ideas you can incorporate into your She Shed to make it the perfect abode for re-energizing siestas. As mentioned earlier, you can check out Pinterest for ideas, before heading on to Amazon.com to find some great deals on beds and bedding essentials.
Foldable bed
There is a good chance that like most She Sheds and Man Caves, space in yours is at a premium. A permanently fixtured bed may not be the most efficient use of said space. As a result, you might want to try a foldable bed, that you can unfold only, and when you want to sleep. When you are not resting, simply fold the bed up and reclaim its space for other activities during your day.
Check out the Inofia folding bed, a great way to catch up on beauty sleep by night while saving she shed space by day. It is available in twin or cot size, which is a decent size range for your she shed. The bed has wheels so it is easy to move away when it is not being used.
Murphy bed
Similar to foldable beds, murphy beds can be folded up to save a bit of square footage. The main difference is that Murphy beds tend to be stowed away in some sort of closet-like compartment. This rings true for the Melamine Flat Face Murphy bed made by Bedder way. The bed is queen-sized, which may be a concern for smaller she sheds.
The bed is easy to install and comes with a very nice HiTeak workstation which features an attached file cabinet. A sleeping solution AND a great desk? Sounds like a winner.
Hammock
The hammock is the universal symbol of relaxation and vacations, so why not get one for your private escape? Kick-off your sandals, grab a cocktail, and hop on.
I strongly recommend that you check out the camping hammock from Wise Owl Outfitters. Made from highly durable parachute nylon, this hammock can handle the considerable weight and is wide enough to ensure that you do not fall out.
Futon/ Sofabed
Another great way to save space. When you are done with the late-night reading, you just get up from the couch, fiddle with it a bit, and in seconds you are staring at a whole bed.
The Quimat Futon is one notable example. This bed is super cute and features many tricks and clever design elements. For example, when the couch is converted to a bed, the armrests serve as fixed pillows on one side.
A must-have for any she shed.
Sleeping bag
If you are the kind of gal that doesn’t mind roughing it a little bit, a sleeping bag might be the best no-nonsense approach to bedtime. Just unroll it, get in, and lights out.
If your area is particularly cold, you should check out the 0oF Mummy sleeping bag from Coleman. This sleeping bag is actually meant for camping in zero-degree climes, so it should be more than adequate in your She Shed.
Adult bunk bed
Sometimes, if you want to save space, you have to tap into your inner child. A bunk bed is an unusual idea for a She Shed, but if done right, it will prove to be a very classy addition.
One company that has done it just right is Peciafy, manufacturers of the Peciafy twin-over-full bunk bed. The bed is made of metal and is sturdy enough to hold a full-grown adult on the top bunk. This bunk bed is perfect for shared mother-daughter or sister-sister she sheds.
Air mattress
An air mattress is a great alternative to a more traditional bed, and modern iterations are now catching up in terms of comfort and ergonomic benefits.
The SereneLife elevated mattress is one such example. Comfy, stylish, and great for the lazy types (it inflates itself via a clever electric pump system), this mattress is just what you, and your she shed, need. Available in either twin or full size from Amazon.
Waterbed
Who doesn’t love waterbeds? If you already have a more traditional bed in the main house, it may be a fun idea to try a waterbed for a totally different sleeping experience in your She Shed.
The Super Single Waveless Waterbed from Better Sleep is an awesome pick. The mattress is made from strong vinyl and has a layer of contoured fibers to increase stability. Reinforced corners and intricate stitching right round ensure that leaks are a thing of the past.
A fun bedding choice for your she shed.
Bookcase bed
Another space-saver for you. Getting a bookcase bed will remove the need for standalone file cabinets, shelves, and bookcases in your She Shed.
Donco Trading manufactures one of the best bookcase beds out there today. Introducing the full bookcase daybed, which features a twin mattress sat atop a base with three large storage drawers. Underneath the three drawers is a larger drawer that is actually another twin-sized trundle bed. Very clever design and useful addition for book-loving she shed owners.
Metal frame bed
Simplicity is often the best choice, and that is certainly true for your She Shed. A classic frame bed is a great choice, especially for larger she sheds that can accommodate a permanently fixtured bed. A great range of options is available for you on Amazon.
Modway Inc’s lovely Maisie steel farmhouse bed frame is a solid and sturdy choice for your She Shed. The bed frame is available in twin, full, or queen size. Expect this frame to serve you with decades of high-quality sleep.
Once you get the frame, you should have a look at the Ashley Chime 12-inch foam mattress from Ashely furniture. A high-quality mattress (also available in twin, full, and queen sizes), with deep layers of memory foam for a great night’s sleep, night after night.