Bedroom Furniture Buying Guide

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1 Bedroom Furniture Buying Guide Bedroom Furniture Buying Guide Helping you buy the best bedroom furniture

2 Table of Contents Bedroom Furniture Buying Guide Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Bed Buying Guide For People Wise Enough To Invest In A Good Night Sleep When is the right time to buy a new bed? Choosing the Perfect Bed Types: Sleigh Beds Pros Cons Storage Beds Pros Cons Guest Beds Pros Cons Children Beds and Bunk Beds Pros Cons Daybeds Pros Cons Sofa Beds Pros Cons

3 Table of Contents Materials: Wooden Beds Pros Cons Metal Beds Pros Cons Real Leather Beds Pros Cons Faux Leather Beds Pros Cons Fabric Beds Pros Cons Bed Frame Sizes UK Standard Bed Sizes Ikea (European) Standard Bed Sizes Mattress Buying Guide Choosing The Perfect Mattress The Significance of Your Sleeping Posture Sprung Mattress, Pocket Sprung Mattress Or Memory Foam? Respond To Your Own Body Sprung Mattress Pocket Sprung Mattress Memory Foam Mattress Latex Mattress

4 5. Orthopaedic Mattress UK Standard Mattress Sizes Ikea (European) Standard Mattress Sizes Best Buying Tips for Online Shoppers Have an idea of what to buy Consider the room decor Inquire about the framework Inquire about the joinery Inquire about the upholstery and fabric quality Inquire about mattress thickness Warranties and Guaranties Seller Reputation Secure Checkout Delivery Service Delivery Time Conclusion

5 Introduction This ebook is aimed at helping people make wise and informed decisions when buying home furniture items like beds and mattresses. Contemporary furniture market is teeming with a plethora of choices with never ending technological advancements further coming forth to make it more challenging for people to decide and buy what they need. That is why this ebook is designed to present readers with useful information on buying major home furnishing items like beds and mattresses, making their hard earned money return them the best value. 5

6 Bed Buying Guide For People Wise Enough To Invest In A Good Night Sleep

7 For People Wise Enough To Invest In A Good Night Sleep There is no denying the fact that all you need after an exhausting day of work is a perfectly sound sleep, which is hard to come by without a luxurious comfortable bed and mattress. It is a great relief to know that there is a wide and exclusive range of high quality, contemporary styled beds and mattresses available, which can lead to an amazingly refreshing sleep night after night. Sound Sleep There is much more to bed than a mere place to sleep; you can turn your bedroom into an aesthetic marvel with the help of the design of bed you choose. And choosing the correct mattress will ensure you an ideal retreat to a peaceful night s sleep. 7

8 Bedroom Here is a detailed Bed Buying Guide at your disposal to make sure you end up with the most aesthetic and serene place to sleep. When is the right time to buy a new bed? Your first landmark on the quest of buying a new bed is to determine whether you actually need one or not? The truth is that you can either get a cuddling friend or a cursing foe in this piece of furniture and equally important is to realize the fact that it is not going to last with you for a lifetime. The question is; are you getting served well by 8

9 your present bed? But most people seem quite unsure of when do they really need a new bed. Well, you can simply begin by analyzing your sleep patterns. If restless nights comprising of tossing and turning, heavy head in mornings and stiff body on waking up have become frequent phenomena for you, your bed might be the culprit behind all this. Normally, a bed would serve you finely for about a decade. A bulkier person may wear it out even quickly. Before jumping to a conclusion, make sure to ask yourself a few questions: Do I get up with a hurting back and a stiff neck? Does my bed feel too small? Do I feel springs or ridges when lying on my bed? Does my bed squeaks, squeals and produces other grinding noises when I suddenly move? Do my partner and I end up rolling towards each other unintentionally? Is the bed base sagged or uneven? Answering these questions might help you determine whether or not you should buy a new bed. 9

10 Choosing the Perfect Bed You are never going to get into a day fresh unless you have had a peaceful and comfortable sleep, for which you definitely need to have a great bed to sleep in. Types: There is a wide variety of beds available in the market. Some of the most popular are listed here. 1. Sleigh Beds With a curved headboard as well as footboard, Sleigh beds give you a distinctive traditional look and feel. Sleigh beds are available in wood or metal, or covered in real or faux leather for the chic casual look. Sleigh Bed 10

11 Pros People like these beds for their tradition-inspired majestic designs with beautiful curves and angels Their broader and curvier design is ideal for rooms having much of space at disposal Cons Their curvaceous design can occupy much space in smaller rooms Sleigh beds can tend to be quite pricier 2. Storage Beds Storage beds offer you great solution if you are faced with confined space. Not only you get a comfortable place to sleep at night, but stylishly disguised storage spaces in various styles and designs lend you a great storage space to exploit. 11

12 Storage Bed Pros Storage beds offer the most efficient use of space in any bedroom They help in getting a bedroom clutter free, neat and tidy Since it helps in tidying up a bedroom, a storage bed offers a great focal point in any bedroom 12

13 Cons Moving these beds around can be very problematic and time consuming Over a period of time, many users complain different issues with storage mechanisms of such beds These beds can cost you more than beds without storage options 3. Guest Beds Hosting overnight guests can turn into your worst nightmare if you do not have enough space and sense to accommodate them. There are some extremely convenient and practical solutions that modern guest beds offer, helping you give your guests a wonderful place for a restful sleep. You can pick from some great variety of folding beds, rollaway beds and trundle beds to make sure that hosting guests overnight never becomes a problem for you. 13

14 Pros Guest Bed Guest beds serve best when you have frequent visitors, but lack enough space to offer each of them individual bedding You get multiple sleeping platforms in one piece of furniture without occupying extra floor space Save time and effort in upkeeping multiple furniture items Cons A person might not get the exact same level of comfort and luxury on guest beds as on regular beds Few years of use might result in certain problems with mechanisms of revealing extra bed 14

15 4. Children Beds and Bunk Beds Choosing the correct bed for your children can be a difficult task, but nowadays, there is a variety of contemporary styled chic design beds available. Modern day children s beds and bunk beds not only offer comfort, but they are available in a variety of colours and designs, which will bring a touch of class and style to your children s bedrooms and bring about a smile on their pretty innocent faces. Kids Bed 15

16 Pros You get two to three beds while occupying the ground space of only one Everyone gets personal space to sleep Especially helpful for kids, freeing play area for them in their rooms Most of them can be separated into individual beds as and when needed Cons Certain safety concerns (like accidently falling down from top bunks, banging head with upper bunk if one is asleep on lower one, slipping down from stairs) might arise if such beds are being used by kids under 6 Making bed on top bunk might need some extra effort compared to regular beds 5. Daybeds Daybeds give you the convenience of lounging during the day and sleeping during the night.that is why they are fast becoming today s must haves due to their multiple uses. You can pick the one that suits your style and budget. 16

17 Daybed Pros Offers multiple uses, i.e. lounging space during day and sleeping space during night over same furniture item Sleek design helps in saving floor space Best for places with less space Cons Many people do not find the design of daybeds very appealing 17

18 6. Sofa Beds The concept of sofa beds comes handy in saving space too, also elegantly embellishing a bedroom. Sofa Beds offer convenient and comfy sitting space, while also turning into a luxurious sleeping space when needed. Sofa Bed 18

19 Pros Offers your home a truly multipurpose piece of furniture Very handy for rooms with less space You do not have to buy extra furniture Adorable designs and convenient conversion mechanisms Cons Most of them are bulkier and heavier than regular sofas, so moving them around is a real trouble Though comfortable than most other alternatives, sofa beds are still believed to be low in comfort and luxury compared to conventional beds 19

20 Materials: Not only you get a variety of styles in beds, but furniture manufacturers of present day use different reliable and durable materials to come up with attractive and comfortable designs. Some most common include: 1. Wooden Beds Conventionally, wooden bed frames are considered to be the most reliable ones. Contemporary furniture marts showcase some great specimens of wood craftsmanship that would simply amaze you and would serve to adorn your bedroom in a beautiful manner. Wooden Beds 20

21 Pros Available in countless styles, shapes and designs Wood offers high durability and requires minimal upkeeping Available in a wide range of price, so that almost everyone is able to find a bed according to their taste and pocket size Cons Though there are some light weight options in wooden frames like pine, moving them can become a real ordeal, especially since most of them do not come with tyres Trees are cut to make hardwood beds, so it is a threat to environment 2. Metal Beds Metal beds offer a great change from the conventional wooden frames. Metal beds can bring a touch of modernity to any home and are available in a variety of design and colours. 21

22 Metal Bed Pros Sleek designs enable them to fit well with almost any kind of room decor Weigh significantly less compared to wooden or upholstered beds Offer high durability and prone to mould Amazing variety in colours and finishes available Easy to move around due to sleekness and weightlessness Pocket friendly option compared to wooden or upholstered beds 22

23 Cons Prone to corrosion Some people might not find them as attractive and classy as wooden or upholstered beds 3. Real Leather Beds Many believe that real leather beds are the most exclusive ones, exuding great style, luxury and comfort together. Secondly, real leather is believed to look and feel even better with aging, unlike some other materials. So, you will also be able to keep them with you for significant period of time. Real Leather Bed 23

24 Pros Considered as one of the finest options to beautify a bedroom Real leather upholstery bestows luxury and opulence to the ambiance of the room Real leather is a breathable material and known to improve its quality and appearance as it ages; the older the better One of the most durable upholstery options Cons Need a bit of upkeeping to maintain their charm and elegance Tend to be heavier if hardwood frame is used under leather upholstery Mostly high priced compared to other options 4. Faux Leather Beds Faux leather beds offer great alternative to real leather ones, also serving to be really cost effective compared to real leather beds. Cleaning and maintaining them also turns out quite convenient. Most of the times, all you would need is a gentle scrub with a damp cloth for the purpose of cleaning them. 24

25 Faux Leather Bed Pros Look beautiful and attractive Available in a diverse range of colours Pocket friendly alternative to real leather upholstery Cons Less reliable and resilient compared to pure leather upholstery Not a breathable material, so these beds need a bit more upkeeping compared to original leather beds Though faux leather is quite sturdy against stains, fades and scratches, but has a tendency to rip if used carelessly 25

26 5. Fabric Beds Fabric beds also present you with an amazing variation in bedroom furniture. The look and feel of the bed frame covered in an exquisite fabric is one of a kind and that is why the number of people going for fabric beds is increasing with the passage of time. Fabric Bed 26

27 Pros Comparatively new concept in upholstered furniture Available in a huge variety of textures and colours Different fabrics have different set of features Price range varies significantly, allowing a vast majority of people to find a product best suitable to their pockets Cons Most of the fabrics are not as reliable and durable as wooden or other upholstered materials Individualised care and maintenance is needed for different types of fabrics Bed Frame Sizes Size of a bed frame is actually the measure of the mattress filling it perfectly. For example, labelling a bed frame as small single sized means it can best accommodate a small single mattress, i.e. 190 cm x 75 cm according to UK standard bed sizes. UK furniture industry also offers Ikea sizes, which slightly vary from their corresponding UK sizes. The difference is described below in detail. 27

28 UK Standard Bed Sizes Bed Size Width (cm) Length (cm) Space per person (cm) Comments Small Single x 190 Accommodates one small adult Single x 190 Accommodates an adult; good for guest hosting Small Double x 190 Enough for one large adult or two small adults Double x 190 Wide enough for a large adult or two small adults King Size x 200 Wide enough for two large adults Super King Size x 200 Conveniently wide enough for two large adults 28

29 Ikea (European) Standard Bed Sizes Bed Size Width (cm) Length (cm) Space per person (cm) Comments Small Single x 200 Accommodates one small adult Single x 200 Accommodates an adult; good for guest hosting Small Double Double x 200 Wide enough for a large adult or two small adults King Size x 200 Wide enough for two large adults Super King Size x 200 Conveniently wide enough for two large adults There is no reason why you shouldn t get the best bed with all these important aspects in your mind. 29

30 Mattress Bedroom Furniture Buying Guide Buying Guide Helping you buy the best home furniture

31 Choosing The Perfect Mattress People are characterized with individual sizes, shapes and sleeping habits. That is why it is important to understand the difference among mattress materials and mattress firmnesses available. The height and weight table presented below will help guide you on the most appropriate level of mattress firmness needed according to your individual needs. Mattress Firmness Chart According to Body Weight and Height 31

32 The Significance of Your Sleeping Posture The degree of mattress support needed by your body is determined mostly by the way you sleep; on your stomach, sideways, or on your back. If you prefer sleeping sideways, trying out a softer mattress with a high pillow can help your shoulders and hips to descend down conveniently, while supporting the rest of your body. If you sleep witht your back lying on bed, going for a medium firm mattress with a medium high pillow will serve to provide improved support to your back and neck. If you lie on your stomac while sleeping, picking a firmer mattress coupled with a lower pillow will reduce the strain that your neck muscles will have to bear otherwise. 32

33 Sprung Mattress, Pocket Sprung Mattress Or Memory Foam? Respond To Your Own Body Different people have different choices when it comes to buying a mattress. Some prefer pocket sprung mattresses; some go for open spring mattresses, while some others go for memory foam. Each of these types of mattresses comes with different features. The truth is that your own body (and pocket as well!) tells you what it feels best with. So, listen to your body more than anyone else. 1. Sprung Mattress It is perhaps the most commonly used type of mattress in the whole world, especially due to its cost effectiveness Border wires or rod enables the mattress to retain its shape, while also giving it a firm edge It comes with machine-stitched sides 33

34 Sprung Mattress 2. Pocket Sprung Mattress Especially recommended in case you and your partner have different body sizes, because it minimizes the chances of you two rolling towards each other while asleep Feels more luxurious due to small individual springs encased in distinct fabric pockets 34

35 Every spring responds individually, proportional to the weight of the body part resting on it Pocket Sprung Mattress 3. Memory Foam Mattress This type of mattress moulds and contours to your body Offers additional support and effortless natural movements while sleeping 35

36 Also helps maintain appropriate body posture, while aligning spine horizontally even when lying sideways It adjusts itself to body temperature of a person, i.e. it expands in summers absorbing body heat of a person to give off cooling effect, while it contracts and gets firmer and denser in winters to give a cosy feeling Memory Foam Mattress 36

37 4. Latex Mattress One of the best things about Latex Mattress is that it is all natural; manufactured from totally organic material, much unlike other types of mattresses In addition to offering all the features of memory foam, latex mattress offers various extra benefits Offers enhanced support for a better aligned spine while sleeping Responds to body heat changes even better and longer than memory foam mattress Being manufactured from natural material, it also offers anti allergenic properties More reliable as well as comfortable due to the natural material used 37

38 Latex Mattress 5. Orthopaedic Mattress Offers the best relief to those suffering from joint and back pain with its firm support It is capable of relieving pressure from joints and spine to offer restful serene sleep 38

39 When topped with latex or memory foam, enhances sleeping comfort even more Orthopaedic Mattress 39

40 UK Standard Mattress Sizes Mattress Size Width (cm) Length (cm) Space per person (cm) Comments Small Single x 190 Accommodates one small adult Single x 190 Accommodates an adult; good for guest hosting Small Double x 190 Enough for one large adult or two small adults Double x 190 Wide enough for a large adult or two small adults King Size x 200 Wide enough for two large adults Super King Size x 200 Conveniently wide enough for two large adults 40

41 Ikea (European) Standard Mattress Sizes Mattress Size Width (cm) Length (cm) Space per person (cm) Comments Small Single x 200 Accommodates one small adult Single x 200 Accommodates an adult; good for guest hosting Small Double Double x 200 Wide enough for a large adult or two small adults King Size x 200 Wide enough for two large adults 41

42 Best Buying Tips for Online Shoppers Buying a good furniture piece online becomes even trickier, though it definitely has its own perks. Since you cannot get the real time feel of the desired item, it is very important to consider the points mentioned here to make sure you end up with a high quality product for the amount of money you are going to spend. Reliable furniture websites present generous information about their products, but if it is not there, it is highly advised to communicate with their sales representatives to inquire about these elements. Best buying tips for online shoppers whether buying bed or mattress include: 1. Have an idea of what to buy Contemporary furniture industry offers many styles, designs, shapes, sizes, materials, fabrics and finishes in beds and mattresses at varying prices, so you should have a clear sense of what you want to have. Otherwise, you will get confused with the plethora of choices available. 2. Consider the room decor One of the basic purposes of any furniture piece is to add to the visual enhancement of the room it is placed in. So, you should consider the colour scheme and the whole room decor before finalising your desired piece of furniture. 42

43 3. Inquire about the framework It is highly advised to communicate with some online sales representative of the website where you are buying from, to inquire about the framework of the bed in detail. Make sure that the legs are attached with the frame securely and reliably. Sometimes, legs happen to be a part of the frame, but in any case, inquire specifically about the sturdiness of the frame. 4. Inquire about the joinery Joinery in framework of a bed must be inquired about thoroughly. Rather than some quick-fix solutions (e.g. staples, glue or nails), frame should be held together by strong materials. Metal screws and brackets as well as wooden blocks and dowels should fix the main joints of a bed. Nails, staples and glue are fine for some extra reinforcement, but should not be the main source of major joinery in the framework of your bed. 5. Inquire about the upholstery and fabric quality Visual attraction of upholstery in a bed is one thing, while its quality and resilience is a totally different story. Make sure you inquire in detail about the upholstery in case of beds and fabric used as 43

44 mattress cover in case of mattresses. Upholstery in cotton and linen is priced reasonably in addition to offering convenient maintenance. There are some microfiber blends that resemble cotton and offer stain resistant properties as well. Leather not only looks adorable, but also gives longevity to furniture, thus priced very highly. Natural polyester blends wear out quick. Silk bestows an outstanding look, but its care and maintenance is a hard task. Remember, price varies significantly depending upon the upholstery and fabric quality, so you better inquire about these things. 6. Inquire about mattress thickness Mattresses come with different thicknesses and the measure of comfort, support and luxuriousness depends significantly upon thickness of a mattress in addition to fluctuation in price. Therefore, you should inquire in detail about such details from online sales reps. 7. Warranties and Guaranties One of the best ways of determining whether or not to buy from a furniture website is to see if they offer any sort of warranties and guaranties from manufacturer. With warranties in place, you can be sure about high quality standards in a product. 8. Seller Reputation Reputation of seller counts a lot when it comes to buying furniture online. A little research online can easily reveal the clear picture to 44

45 you about the credibility of a particular seller. People often share their experiences regarding their transaction, rating the seller for quality of the item, delivery time, delivery service, warranties and so forth. You can take cue from other people s experience and opinion about the seller you choose to buy from. This will surely save you from facing any problems ahead. 9. Secure Checkout Security should be one of your prime concerns when shopping online. The best places to buy your desired furniture pieces should be the ones offering a secure checkout option. Simply find a banner saying something like click here for secure checkout to make sure that your private information remains private while checking out. Also, find a place that offers a clean and convenient online experience; another hallmark of credible and reliable shopping websites. 10. Delivery Service The type of delivery service offered by a vendor is also of great significance if you want a trouble free experience in buying your dream bed. Most of them offer doorstep delivery within a specified period of time. This means you have to carry the furniture item to the 45

46 intended room by yourself. However, many of them also offer two man delivery service to a room of your choice on your request. So, for single mums or elderly people, a seller with this type of service seems much appropriate. 11. Delivery Time In buying online furniture, this is an area people often tend to undermine and face various types of problems as a result. Different furniture sellers offer different delivery times, ranging from same day delivery service to the delivery taking various days. It is very important to keep in mind the delivery time specified by a vendor, so that you get your desired furniture item exactly when you need it, rather than it showing up on your doorstep out of the blue. Conclusion Remember, an informed decision is the best one. So, make sure you adhere to the buying guide at your disposal before you invest in a good night sleep. 46