How to Build a Kinky Sex Room
(That Fits Your Space & Needs)

These devious design tips would leave the editors at Better Homes & Gardens clutching their vanilla pearls in shock.

When Netflix debuted its eccentric interior design show, How to Build a Sex Room , it captivated audiences and quickly took the streaming platform by storm. While some viewers may have watched the series solely for entertainment purposes, many others watched in awe and envy, suddenly wishing they could have their very own sex room. Well, good news—they, and you, can! And if you’re at a loss for where to start or think you can’t make your space sextastic due to size or budget constraints, fear not, because we’ve got your back, boo.

While the show’s designer, Melanie Rose, likely costs a pretty penny, iDear is willing to provide the best sex room tips and recommendations totally free of charge. So, whether you’ve only got a corner to work with or a whole damn guest house, you’ll find the advice you need to create an erotic oasis that works for you and your home right here.

Set the Mood

Want to make the bedroom a spot where the phrase “sleeping together” rarely brings about thoughts of catching zzz’s? Then you’ve got to set the scene sensually, dahh-ling! Throughout her dirty design series, Melanie talks a lot about texture, and while her fabric advice does truly get repetitive, it’s certainly not without merit. Filling your space with fabrics that beg to be laid upon will likely get you laid more often. Choose your sheets wisely, accounting for both the feel and aesthetics that arouse you in your selections. Plush blankets kept at the end of your bed are an easy way to bring more sultry textures into the mix. If you’re a fan of velvety finishes, we recommend the moisture-resistant Liberator Fascinator Throw sex blanket that feels deliciously soft against skin while also protecting your sheets from lube and body fluids no matter how wet your play gets.

Small sensual items, too, can make a significant impact on your space. If you’re looking for a quick and inexpensive mood enhancer, placing a selection of deliciously scented massage candles like the iDear Oh! Strawberry Lickable Massage Candle throughout your room can make a world of a difference. Yummy  massage candles have a triple-whammy effect by providing romantic lighting, dreamy scents, and an avenue for sensation play in one fell swoop. You can learn more about how massage candles are a fab BDSM tool in our guide, How to Use Bondage Candles for Hot Wax Play!

Magical Mood Setters

Getting in Position

A once-niche pleasure product category that’s now finally on the general public’s radar (thanks, Melanie!) is positioning aids, and they’re a must for any sex room (and a grand bedroom addition even for those who don’t plan on creating a dedicated sex room, tbh). Whether you’re looking to add a slew of easily achievable Kama Sutra-style positions to your arsenal or want to make your fave classic positions feel even more amazing, sex furniture and its close relatives, positioning aids, are the best way to do so.

If you can go all out, you absolutely should—the erotic visual of a luxe, artfully curved sex couch like the Liberator Cello can make just as big of an impact on your libido as its ergonomic design and body support do on the quality and creativity of your sex position game. No need to fret if your lifestyle doesn’t lend well to having an obvious piece of sex furniture around, though. You can achieve the same physical effect with a modular sex positioner duo like the iDear Ultimate Sex Position Enhancer Set, which offers ample support and positioning possibilities during use. Think of it as the Swiss Army knife of sex furniture—compact, versatile, and ready for action.

For those seeking to enact adventurous sex positions oft-unexplored, bondage-inspired sex swings will undoubtedly quench your thirst, providing an almost weightless effect for the partner strapped inside of it. Sex swings designs come in two variations—classic and over-the-door—each with its own pros and cons.

Classic sex swings like the DOMINIX Deluxe Fantasy Bondage Swing hang from a hook securely embedded in your ceiling. Users generally place them somewhere clear of walls and other furniture items, making this sex swing style better for freedom of movement and exceptionally rowdy romps. While you can hide the swing and connector once the fun is done, you cannot hide the hook, which may be a concern for those requiring a high level of discretion. Think of it as your sex room’s permanent party guest.

Over-the-door sex swings like the Sportsheets Sex Swing Door Jam Kit use any closed door in your home as a secure hanging spot rather than the ceiling. Since they slip on and off doors in a jiffy, hiding them is no problemo, but they do offer a more limited range of motion due to the door being behind them. Another plus beyond their discreet nature that leads many to over-the-door sex swing purchases is their lower price point compared to most classic sex swing styles. Think of it as the sex swing for those who don’t want to commit to a permanent ceiling hook.

If you prefer to keep things simple in your first foray into positioning aids, smaller-scale items like wedges, ramps, and sex pillows are intuitive and unintimidating—and you can find many versions with included restraint attachment points, like the DOMINIX Deluxe Sex Position Wedge, for convenient bondage thrills. Though they may not appear as majestic as the lavish sex furniture items listed above, their support and stimulating angles will make far more than a dent in sexcapade satisfaction levels. Think of them as the humble heroes of your sex room, ready to boost your pleasure without making a fuss.

Perfect Positioning Aids

Bondage is the Tie That Binds

If you want to put the “B” in BDSM, you’ve got to get your space all set up with some seriously stylish restraints. Handcuffs and bondage tape are cool and all, but let’s get a little more creative here, shall we? Imagine your bed as the ultimate stage for some seriously spicy action, with restraints ready to go at a moment’s notice. It’s like having a secret weapon under your pillow.

For those of you who don’t care if the neighbors know what’s going on behind closed doors (and honestly, who does?), consider decking out your bedposts with some classic metal handcuffs. They’re the timeless accessory that never goes out of style, and they’ll hang there, gleaming menacingly, promising all sorts of debauchery. If you’re feeling a bit more cuddly, furry handcuffs are always an option. They still pack a punch, but with a touch of softness.

But what if you need to keep things on the down-low? Under-mattress restraint systems like the iDear Bondage Boutique Bound to Please Black Under Mattress Restraint are perfect for the sneaky kinkster. They stay hidden under your mattress until you’re ready to unleash them. It’s like having a secret stash of fun that no one else knows about.

And remember, bondage isn’t just for the bed. You’re building an entire sex room here, so think big! For standing sex or punishments, an expandable spreader bar like the iDear Bondage Boutique Extreme Expandable Spreader Bar with Leather Cuffs is your new best friend. It keeps things wide open and ready for action. Plus, it’s super easy to stash away when you’re done, so no one has to know your little secret.

So go ahead, turn your space into the ultimate pleasure palace. Your future self (and maybe even your partner) will thank you!

Rad Restraints

Toys of the Trade

What’s a kinky sex room without a whole bunch of kinky toys to get down and dirty with? Exactly—nothing much. Sex rooms and sex toys go together like peanut butter and chocolate, so don’t forget to account for your toy box in the planning stages.

Impact play instruments like floggerspaddleswhips, and riding crops should be aplenty so you can engage in frequent and varied funishment or punishment. In fact, we recommend you have at least one of each! If you’re going full-on dungeon, we advise you to proudly display your impact play tools on the wall, where you can admire their menacing beauty and quickly access their biting power. On the other hand, those who require sneakier S&M may want to invest in a hidden-storage bench to keep at the bottom of the bed; that way, you’ll have your tools nearby at all times without anyone but you and your boo ever realizing it! If a storage bench is a no-go, then you can always go the simple route of making the most of your closet space; simply hide your tools behind umbrellas or boxes, and nobody will be the wiser.

Top-Notch Impact Play Tools

But there are far more kinktastic toys out there than just ones meant for impact play. Whether you want to employ pain, pleasure, or play around with power dynamics, the world of bondage accoutrements is vast and varied. The below quick list of BDSM treats is a good place to start for discussing which items you’d like to revel in with your partner:

If you’re on a budget or simply eager to indulge your dark desires ASAP, a curated bondage bundle (we recommend the iDear Take Control Bondage Kit or the Bondage Boutique Submissive Special Bondage Kit) will help you build your kink collection quickly and tend to cost less than buying each item individually. And if you’re short on storage space, a locking sex toy case will keep your bondage toys safe from prying eyes and bacteria, no matter where you choose to place it.

The Best BDSM Toys

Build your own sensual sanctuary with top-rated sex room picks from iDear. From saucy bedroom aesthetics to tantalizing toys and sexy furniture, you’ll discover the crème de la crème in our curated shopping list. Get ready to transform your space into a pleasure paradise!

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