Posts Tagged ‘bedroom furniture’

The 4 Crucial Questions to Ask When Buying a Nursery Rocking Chair

Posted in Furniture on July 30th, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

A rocking chair is the must have piece of bedroom furniture for your new nursery. A well built rocker is a marriage of good design, comfort, durability and beauty. It is the center piece for you and your child to bond. You will probably spend many hours together in this chair. That is why, when it comes to buying a rocking chair, that you make sure that it is the most comfortable, practical and safe piece of furniture for you and your baby.

So what do you need to know about your rocking chair?  There are some crucial questions to ask.

Is it well-built?

A well built rocking chair, whether a traditional style wooden rocking or a glider rocking chair, will be sturdy. It will move smoothly and silently and will feel safe and sturdy to use. If a rocking chair wobbles or squeaks as it moves this is an indication of poor construction methods or materials. You need to know that your rocking chair is very safe for you both. If you have an old rocking chair as a family heirloom, dont worry, it wont need to be thrown out. Take it to a professional furniture restorer and see if it simply needs repairing.

Squeaky rockers are no good either. You may be spending hours with your baby in this chair and the noise could become very irritating. On a glider rocking chair, you may just need some oil on the moving parts. On a traditional rocker, look for signs or wear or poor construction.

Is it safe?

Traditional rocking chairs are, by nature dangerous to little hands when baby is crawling. You need to remember this when the time comes and perhaps block the chair so it cannot rock when baby is on the floor. For glider rocking chairs, make sure that the moving parts are covered by a safety guard.

Is it easy to use?

Check that the rocker is not too low, or slippy on the floor. You need to be able to get in and out of the chair with your arms full. If it slips back, you may tumble over. If it is too low, it may be difficult to get out of with a sleeping baby.

Is it comfortable?

Many rockers come ready upholstered. If so you may want to choose darker colours to protect from staining or use a throw to protect the fabric. Rocking chair cushions for the old fashioned wooden rocker are a great way to keep the chair looking clean. They can be washed and have removable covers that are washable as well.

With prices for new rocking chairs ranging from $200 to $2000 it is wise to check that your chair can do the job it was intended for. Family heirlooms may well work just as well if not better, but they are worth a good overhaul if you are intending to get some serious wear out of them for the next few years.

How to Achieve The Luxurious Bedroom Look

Posted in Bedroom on July 28th, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

What is that makes hotel bedrooms feel so special? And why does your bedroom at home never feel the same as a hotel bedroom? This article takes a look at how to transform your bedroom from bland and boring to luxurious and relaxing.

There are a two key factors that need to be addressed in order achieve the bedroom of your dreams, if you get these right then everything else tends to fall in to place.

Lighting

The first – and most important – thing to get right in a bedroom is the lighting. You may not have noticed this but most hotel rooms have more than one source of light – they certainly do not just have a light hanging from the centre of the ceiling. A hotel room will more often than not have a table lamp, a floor standing lamp, 2 bedside table lamps, an entrance hall lamp and a main area lamp. That’s six light sourced, now for most people that would be overkill for their bedroom (unless it is a large room) but we can steal the idea.

In your bedroom you should be able to fit in a floor standing lamp, some bedside table lamps and you will have the light fixed on your ceiling. This is a great way to get a good lighting scheme; the only way to better it is by fitting a dimmer to your main ceiling light and to the floor standing lamp if you can.

Furniture

The second factor in creating relaxing bedroom is the furniture, it is not really the quality of the furniture that needs to be taken in to account it is a particular piece of furniture. Every hotel bedroom will have a chair in it, but I reckon that only 20% of home bedrooms will have a chair. A bedroom chair is the one critical piece of furniture that will transform the look of your bedroom completely. Once you have addresses the lighting in your bedroom you will find that it is a very relaxing place to rest or read a book. Not only that but visually it completes the look of a bedroom and actually appears to make it more spacious.

If you address these to factors you will be able to create the bedroom of your dreams, it doesn’t have to cost a fortune either – it is just a case of buying the right type of lighting and chair that suits the décor of you bedroom.

Comfortable, Stylish and Convenient – Why Divan Beds with Luxurious Bedding Are Perfect For Your

Posted in Bedroom on July 9th, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

Divan beds are the perfect additions to your home. These beds, also known as daybeds, are not only tasteful and versatile but they are available in a range of sizes and styles. They are well suited to all types of rooms, whether they be your child’s room, your guest room or your own bedroom.

These beds are ideal for use in small spaces as they do not take up as much space as an ordinary bed. Furthermore, they often feature under-bed drawers for additional storage space. This is beneficial if the home in which you reside is unable to provide you with the space to install closets.

If you are thinking about purchasing a sofa bed to accommodate your guests, then a divan bed would prove the perfect alternative. They have the added advantage of being more comfortable and cheaper to purchase than a sofa bed. If you spend a large amount of time in the bedroom and hence consider the bedroom to be your central living space, these beds are essential.

Even the most relaxing divan bed would not be complete without a set of high quality bed linens. With the use of bedding, you can add style, pattern and color to your bedroom. You will find a range of name-brand and house-brand bedding at your local department or speciality linen store. An assortment of bedding can also be found online for a wide range of prices.

When it comes to selecting bedding, you will need to make yourself aware of the thread count. This number refers to the amount of threads per sq. inch found in the weave in both directions. For a soft feel yet good wear, a thread count exceeding 250 is recommended for purchase. When it comes to bedding, push the boat out and choose the best type that you can afford. After all, you will be sleeping on it every day!

So if you desire a comfortable, convenient bed, select the divan bed and while you are out, choose some luxurious bedding to go with it!

How to Find the Right Girls Bedroom Furniture

Posted in Furniture on July 4th, 2010 by Jim – Comments Off

You can make the choice of girls’ bedroom furniture by just following simple guidelines and using your mind.

First of all, you must buy the furniture for your room after deciding what style it will have. You must hunt for pieces that fit the girls taste and also something which she’ll adore as she matures. Investing in furniture is quite expensive, hence replacement is not possible every year. An 8 year old girl might go crazy over a fun and cute piece, but when she is 16 will she still like it? You must choose furniture thinking of it as a base of the room that can be used to decorate around. The use of drapes, quilts and other décor will surely add to her personal style to her room.

Usually, kids bedroom furniture is seen to be sold in 5 piece sets that consist of the headboard, the footboard, rails, a mirror and dresser. The starting price for these sets start from around $500 which goes on increasing depending on the quality of the wood. If you are in search of a good deal, then you might want to visit sales and bargain furniture stores. You can also avail bedroom furniture sets that offer extra pieces consisting of a chest of drawers, a matching armoire, a desk and hutch, nightstands, a bookcase and also a toy chest.

You should opt for sturdy and solid pieces that are well made. Go for all wood furniture if you a willing to pay the extra price. Try to avoid anything with drawer bottoms or particle board shelves as these materials are prone to collapse under the weight of clothing and books. Furniture made up of real woods such as oak or pine will be very expensive to buy, however these woods are strong and durable which will prove worthwhile. You will also notice that cheaper pieces look attractive but it can’t withstand the daily wear and tear. Decide what you want, choose wisely and you are sure to find a girls’ bedroom furniture that will serve you for many years to come.

Girl’s bedroom furniture adds to the beauty of a girl’s room. The introduction of a nice set of kids chair and table will be very useful for study purposes and doing homework and projects.