Keep in check with Hästens West End

Hästens trademark blue and white check is iconic worldwide, not only representing the brand as the world’s master bed maker but also as a status-symbol for stylish sleeping. With over 150 years of experience, the Swedish bed masters Hästens, excel in making the finest hand-crafted beds using all natural materials.

Although the blue fabric is the most popular fabric chosen by customers at Hästens King's Road and Crawford Street stores, the beds are also available in a choice of 20 alternative colours – to suit every room setting and palette. These range from neutral shades such as silver, sand and grey to more vibrant tones including lime, heather, red and yellow to name a few.

The check can easily complement any room scheme; here are some suggestions from Hästens bed expert Brent Cooper on how to master the Hästens' check:

• Avoid covering the coloured base with a bed skirt and instead work your preferred colour into the room scheme
• Team a neutral check such as heather with antique furniture, soft room tones and fuss-free bedding for a country-chic look
• For a more contemporary and bolder style, combine a brighter check with modern furnishings such as minimalist bedside tables and statement shelves
• A lighter coloured check can be partnered with vibrant room colours such as red or on-trend purple for a good contrast
• Think about who the room is for. The yellow check would work well in a children’s room, the navy in a bachelor’s pad and the silver could suit a cool, contemporary city worker.