Investing in canopy bed coverings can update the look of a child’s room or even the master bedroom. For children, a canopy transforms a standard twin bed into a bed fit for a princess. Adults enjoy the romantic flair of the canopy. We can also use these same bed coverings in climates that tend to foster bugs at night for protection and security.

Product FAQ

1. What Are Canopy Bed Coverings?

Canopy bed coverings are usually a lightweight fabric that is made to cover the top of your bed. They can be used for decorative purposes or to guard against bugs, including mosquitos. If you are using it for protection, it is best to buy a design that closes completely. This is unnecessary if your canopy is only being used for decorative purposes.

2. Do We Need a Special Bed to Use Canopy Bed Coverings?

While it is possible to use most of the listed canopy bed coverings with a four-poster bed, it is not required. Many of the products we have listed can be hung from the ceiling above a full range of beds.

3. Do Canopy Bed Coverings Come in Different Sizes?

Some products listed here are made to fit a specific bed size, while others can be installed to fit anything from a baby crib to a king-sized bed. It is important to read the item’s description to make sure the covering will work for your desired bed size.

4. What Do We Need to Install Canopy Bed Coverings?

Some listed canopies come with everything needed to hang them, while others require additional items like hooks and ties. For the most part, the hangers can be installed with a basic hammer or screwdriver.

5. What Colors Do the Covering Come in?

Most of the listed sets come in either white or beige. There are also a few of the nettings that come in black. They are very sheer, so they easily blend with most bedroom decor. The sheers are usually netting or lace. The last canopy listed is more of a valance design, and it is available in several colors.

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How We Reviewed

We reviewed the featured products based on the following parameters: Features, Price, Quality and Where to Buy. We included a wide range of products, with some being more on the decorative end of things and others being made for utility purposes.

Overall Price Range

The lightweight mosquito nets start less than $20. As the styling changes and moves more toward lace and heavier sheers, the price jumps to around $50. The most costly canopy on the list tops the scale at over $100, as it is more of a design showpiece like a window treatment than just a net added to a standard bed.

What We Reviewed

• Truedays Four Corner Post Bed Princess Canopy With Mosquito Net
• Goplus Mosquito Net
• Best Home 4 Corner Post Bed Canopy With Mosquito Net
• IFELES 4 Corners Bed Canopy With Mosquito Net

• Beige Lace Luxury Four Corner Square Princess Bed Canopy
• Casablanca Palace Four Poster Bed Canopy Net
• The Furniture Cove Twin Size Solid White Canopy

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TruedaysFour Corner Post Bed Princess Canopy With Mosquito Net

Features

This flowy, lightweight fabric canopy is quick to mount above any bed. The design is easy to customize, so you can use this canopy over any sized bed, from an infant’s bed all the way up to a king-sized bed. The fabric is standard netting, so there is some risk in wear and tear showing quickly. This netting is better suited for decorative uses than as a shield for insects. Because it is so lightweight, we could install it with no extra hardware. It comes in one neutral color.

Quality

The netting is lightweight and budget-friendly. The price-point is low enough that one might not expect this to last beyond one season.

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Goplus Mosquito Net

Features

The Goplus canopy bed covering is made of a slightly heavier netting that comes in either white or black. They designed this product to work both as a decorative piece and as a functional mosquito net. It is easy to hang and fast to customize to whatever size is needed. While most of the time users will want to have the sheers pinned open, this set does not come with the ties to do so. It also does not come with anything to tie the sides closed for use as a mosquito net.

Quality

The netting is mid-weight and budget-friendly. The price-point is low enough that one might not expect this to last beyond one season.

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Best Home 4 Corner Post Bed Canopy With Mosquito Net

Features

This product is the perfect marriage of durability and decoration. The netting on this item is heavy enough to last through several seasons of use, yet still sheer enough to add a romantic feel to any bedroom. The design is more rigid than some others on the list, so it is not as easy to make this net small enough to fit a twin bed or a crib. This is made for an adult bedroom set. The canopy can fit either a queen- or king-sized bed, and it is available in beige.

Quality

The netting is heavy and priced to last beyond one season. The design is also a step up from the basics, but it is still flexible to resize for king and queen beds.

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IFELES 4 Corners Bed Canopy With Mosquito Net

Features

IFELES created an elevated yet still affordable way to dress up the traditional mosquito net. They make this canopy to fit any bed like a glove. It needs to be ordered based upon your specific bed size because this is not a one-size-fits-all design. Many buyers are thrilled to learn they can buy a model to fit a California King, which is not always readily available. Because these canopies come sized, they are made to just barely brush the ground at the base of the bed. They also come with extra layers that add to the overall appearance of the sheers.

Quality

The netting is lightweight and budget-friendly. The biggest difference here is the custom sizing and perfect fit.

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Beige Lace Luxury Four Corner Square Princess Bed Canopy

Features

Princess styling is very much a part of this canopy. This is another product that needs to be ordered by bed size, so it is difficult to customize. While this item can be installed without a four-poster bed, the styling seems to be best on this type of bed. The added lace details and the multi-layered top add to the luxury of the lacey canopy. This canopy does come in some unique sizes including an XL twin and California king.

Quality

The lace details and netting are of high quality. This item is made to be both decorative and functional.

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Casablanca Palace Four Poster Bed Canopy Net

Features

The variety of colors available for this product make it more versatile than most on this list. It is very much a functional net with a nod to decor, as it can be purchased in many colors. This is not a lacey or frilly product by any means, so it is suitable for even the most masculine of bedrooms. While it is functional for most families, the product will not transform a little girl’s room into a princess bed. This is a product for adults, or perhaps for teens who need the extra protection of the netting and want to avoid plain white or beige netting.

Quality

The netting is functional and not made to be as pretty as some on the list. The weight is above average, so it can be expected to last beyond one season.

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The Furniture Cove Twin Size Solid White Canopy

Features

When many people envision a canopy bed, they think of a more traditional product like this. This is not something that drapes over the edges of an ordinary bed to update the look; this is a custom-fit valance-like design that serves as a topper for a canopy bed. The crisp, white design is fit for a princess. This canopy will not work without an actual canopy frame or some metal rods. This is not a quick set-up by any means, but the product is the stuff many little girls’ dreams are made of. This is primarily made for a younger child’s room.

Quality

This is not a net canopy but a fabric system made to be used with a canopy bed. This increase in quality means it is made to last much longer than the standard netting.

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The Verdict

When shopping for canopy bed coverings, there several things to consider. The first is the function of the canopy. For some, there is a need for a sturdy and functional net to ward off insects. This canopy will be far different from one we buy to add a touch of romance or luxury to the bedroom. A fully functional mosquito net may also need to be less frilly than one that is transforming a child’s room into a princess realm.

The Best Canopy For Basic Mosquito Protection

As far as functional goes, the Truesday and Goplus nets are basic canopies that fit any budget. They offer the needed protection and are easy to install. They work without a four-poster bed. These canopies are also not so feminine that they can’t be used in a young man’s room. Because of the low price, they are not made to last as long as the heavier Casablanca Palace product. That seems to be a more grown-up version of the traditional netting.

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The Best Decorative Canopy

For those who are looking for a decor item and less of an actual netting feature, features like the added lace or custom fit from some canopies listed become more important. IFELES added extra layers to their netting to bump up the romantic feel and warrant the higher price.

The beige lace canopy takes the netting flare to the next level with lace details and custom sizing. This canopy can be used alone, but it works best with the four-poster bed. Beauty for this product comes in the details and how it drapes perfectly on any sized bed. The canopy bed coverings seem to be high quality and worth the added touch of luxury. This price point also means we expect it to far outlast the other nets.

The next thing to consider while shopping is the price points for each. If this is a purchase to meet a short term, seasonal need, many might just go with the most budget-friendly purchase. The higher ticketed canopies make more sense if there is a need for something durable or if this is a long-term addition to the design features of the room.

The Best Gender Neutral Canopy

The final thing to consider when shopping for canopy bed coverings is considering who will be sleeping under the canopy. Buying the Furniture Cove canopy makes perfect sense to create a princess bed, but it doesn’t fit well for a boy’s room. It also will not keep the insects out. Investing in one of the more generic canopies adds the coverage for a boy’s room without taking the decor over the top. The same can be said for bedrooms that are shared between couples. A basic net canopy can be a great compromise for couples wanting to remain semi-neutral in their room.

Whether canopy bed coverings are functional, decorative or a mix of both, there are several that fit the bill. This list gives options as far as budget, needs and also durability. Even for those who start out looking purely for functional canopies, they often find they end up also enjoying the overall look of the canopies. They are a simple way to update or change the look of the bedroom.