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Room Constraints-
Measuring your bedroom and the layout before you begin the shopping process will help dictate what size furniture will fit into the room. For example, if you choose a king size bed, will there be enough room for two nightstands and a dresser? To help you decide what bed size is appropriate, the most common bed sizes are as follows:
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Twin beds: 39" wide x 75" long
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Extra Long Twin beds: 39" wide x 80" long
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Double beds/Full beds: 54" wide x 75" long
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Queen size beds:60" wide x 80" long
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Standard King/Eastern King size beds: 76" wide x 80" long
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California King/Western King size beds: 72" wide x 84" long
Style-
If you have an idea of your personal design style already, you can find furniture pieces to compliment that style. If not, you might want to look online or in magazines for inspiration and ideas. If your style is traditional, wood furniture is a good choice. If you prefer modern design, look for furniture with simple lines. Lighter wood colors also help give a contemporary look. If your style is eclectic, try mixing different materials such as metal and wood.
Wood comes in a variety of colors and textures, and your choice should match your style. Some of the most popular hardwoods are maple, oak, and cherry. Softwoods are lighter weight (pine and cedar for example) so may work best if you are on a budget.
Design Features-
The bed is the central focal point of any bedroom. After choosing the frame size, pick a headboard that fits your style. Most bedroom sets include a bed frame and headboard, bedside tables, and a dresser, but may also offer a mirror, armoire, or storage chest. Buying bedroom furniture as a set is often more aesthetically appealing because the additional pieces will match your bed frame. Consider what you use your bedroom for to determine exactly what pieces you need. Do you need a work desk or bookshelves? An extra dresser because the closet is small?
Quality-
Determining the quality of the furniture, and the wood, is especially important before you buy. Door and drawers should be aligned and should open and close smoothly. Corners and hardware should be sturdy and secure. In order to determine the quality of the finish, run your hand over the piece to see if you feel any imperfections. The finish should be smooth, and even distressed or antique furniture should not have rough patches.
The manufacturer or store guarantee on the bedroom furniture is also important so you do not have to replace something yourself if defective.
Budget-
There are bedroom sets to fit any budget. Buying an entire set can help save money and time in the long run but if you cannot afford to buy an entire bedroom set at once, consider buying a few pieces at a time and then adding to it as time goes on.
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