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Shop for Bedroom Furniture - Tips to help you purchase furniture
for your Bedroom
If you are decorating or remodeling your bedroom, The American
Furniture Manufacturers Association makes the following recommendations for
bedroom furniture shopping:
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Decide what best expresses your personal style
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Determine your budget.
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Measure your space to see what pieces you can accommodate.
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A well-equipped bedroom generally consists of a bed, a nightstand or two, a
dresser or chest and a mirror. Many of today's bedrooms feature an armoire,
too.
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The bed is generally the focal point of the bedroom so you'll probably want to
select it first.
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When shopping for pieces that aren't upholstered, such as dressers, chests and
tables (known as "casegoods" in the furniture world), find out what they are
made of – is it hardwood or softwood? Quality pieces are available in both hard
and soft woods.
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With any wood pieces, an examination of the construction will reveal a lot
about the quality. Lift a corner. Does it feel heavy and sturdy? Check out the
corners. Do they feel strong and secure?
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Open and shut the drawers. Do they open and close easily? Do they fit snugly?
You want to make sure they don't sag.
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Examine the finish of the piece. The finish should be smooth, without cracks or
bubbles
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Check the hardware, e.g. handles and pulls, they should be secure and strong
with no rough or sharp edges.
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And after you've made your major furniture selections, remember to add
accessories such as lamps, photo frames, rugs and wall décor.
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Most importantly, enjoy yourself.
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