Moving away from home and into your own apartment for college is an exhilarating experience.
You can finally choose the furniture you want and arrange it how you want. The space is yours.
But having your own space comes with challenges. You need to know how to pick the right pieces, especially for personal spaces like your bedroom.
Keep reading to learn how to choose the right bed frame for your room so you’ll have the right piece for a good night’s sleep.
Know Your Budget
Furnishing your apartment well will come down to proper budgeting. Know what pieces you absolutely need and what you can afford to spend on them before you enter a store.
Take time to research the average costs of these necessities so you’ll know if something is too cheap or overpriced. Something too cheap may break soon after purchase, which means you’ll have to spend more money to replace it.
Overpriced furniture will dig more into your budget than it should and prevent you from getting the other furniture that you need. If the average cost of a necessity is higher than your budget, consider options like secondhand stores and financing.
Measure Your Space
There are many must-have bedroom furniture pieces. If you want to fit them all into your bedroom, including your bed frame, then you need to measure.
Measure the size of the room so you know what pieces can fit. Then, measure the room’s entrance to determine what pieces can fit through the entryway.
Measure the ceiling so you know how tall items can be. Lastly, measure the distance between the floor and the windowsills so you don’t block natural light. Write all your measurements down so you can go to the furniture store prepared.
Pick a Mattress Size
If you’re buying a new mattress along with a new bed frame, you’ll need to pick the size. The size of your mattress and bed frame will depend on the measurements you took and what can fit comfortably in your room.
Many apartments for college students have small bedrooms designed for a twin or twin-XL bed. You may find space for a double or full mattress depending on how you arrange the room or if you live in a complex for various age ranges, not just traditional college students.
Mattresses are one of the only pieces that will come fully assembled to your home, so make sure that whatever size you choose can fit into the apartment and into your room.
Decide on Your Design
Bed frames and other bedroom furniture come in various design options, and you’ll need to decide what design you want. While many college students put rooms together out of whatever pieces they can find and afford, choosing a cohesive design will help your room look put together and comfortable.
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If you’re not sure what design you want, research online for inspiration and ask for ideas at the furniture stores you visit. Sales associates should be happy to assist you.
Choosing the right bed frame for your room will depend on your budget, space, mattress size, and desired design. Once you know your budget, have measured your space, picked the right mattress size, and decided on a design, you can choose a bed frame that will make your new space feel like home through all your college years.
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