Quick and Inexpensive Ways to Transform a Kids’ Room for a Teen

One of the quandaries of shopping for kids’ room furniture is, alas, the little ones grow up. That awesome race-car or TV cartoon-show theme so adorable when they were 5 doesn’t quite fit when they’re 13. And wow, don’t they let you know it! Change is inevitable as the philosophers remind us. Everything is in flux. Remember what it felt like to try to break away from your parents and assert your own identity? Well, first off, when updating your kids’ bedroom set to reflect your curious young person’s rapidly changing needs and interests, of course ask your son or daughter what they’d like! Make it a collaborative effort. You and your emerging adult might even bond a bit during this task. So here is American Furniture Galleries’ practical kids’ room furniture advice to successfully make this change.

Consider Darker Colors and Clean Lines

Your new young adult wants to reinvent him or herself as the person they are trying to be. Not a problem with some judicious kids’ room furniture planning. So maybe it’s time to go for a kids’ bed more understated, showing emerging sophistication. Consider a full bed, big enough to account for at least one growth spurt, in a cool gray tone for a mature look. The simple lines of a rustic panel bed or low-profile midcentury cool might be just the thing for your teen. If your budding scholar wants to buckle down on some physics homework or complete that college entrance essay, consider an ultramodern kids’ desk in serene, neutral tones. Such pieces have tremendous design longevity.

Keep Some Bright Kids’ Bedding for a Pop of Color

Even though your son or daughter is not quite a kid anymore, include a pop of color in the decor, because of course being grown up doesn’t rule out all kid-like fun. Something such as updated kids’ bedding continuing the boy or girl theme but in a richer shade can make a new bedroom layout come alive.

If you take this advice to heart AND shop our Sacramento, CA store, you might even save a dollar or three.

Your Bedroom Decor Could Be Cooler: How We Approach It

If there’s a cardinal rule to decorating your bedroom, it’s as short and sweet as this: have lots of options. When customers visit American Furniture Galleries in Sacramento, CA, they get that as well as our expertise and in-depth knowledge of the best brands on the market. As we see it, designing the most personal space in your home is not something you should gloss over.

So without further ado, we’ll be discussing just some of the ways you can arrange the decor in your bedroom to maximize your sense of style and comfort, while respecting your wallet.

Where You Sleep Says Quite a Bit About You: Panel & Platform Beds Galore

It may happen that you own the softest and most luxurious mattress in existence. But if that mattress’s planted on the floor of your bedroom, what’s the point of it? You may think we’re exaggerating out of jest here, but we’re serious! The difference between a room with an upholstered platform bed and one without one is huge—both to you and your guests. By investing in a piece of bedroom decor like a poster or panel bed, you transform the look and feel of the space entirely. Instead of appearing harsh and minimalistic, your bedroom becomes calmer, more fashionable. At the end of the day, don’t we all just want to wake up feeling a bit more sleek and stylish than we did the day before?

Your Bedroom Dresser & Mirror: Don Your Sharpest Look Yet

After discussing your bedframe and headboard, it only makes sense to touch on that other bedroom essential: your trusty dresser and mirror. Sure, you could hang all your clothing in your closet and call it a day, but why pass up the opportunity to decorate? A bedroom with a finely finished dresser wins itself plenty of praise; and there’s nothing quite like a modern mirror to illuminate and expand the dimensions of your space.    

Stay Organized and Decorate Your Bedroom with a Media Chest

If you’re a savvy decorator, then you probably already know the secret to concealing all the unseemly wires and cables that power your electronics. In fact, it’s as simple as purchasing a media chest for your bedroom. Picture it: you get another polished piece of furniture that can matches the rest of your decor, and conveniently stores your TV, audio receiver, and all your other gadgets. When you’re ready to rearrange your bedroom decor, visit any of our stores in Sacramento, CA for expert advice and a great price.

3 Ways to Upgrade Your Bedroom Organization

Let’s face it, keeping your bedroom tidy is not always an easy task. Your clothing, linens, and accessories can quickly add up, and without sufficient storage space, a small bit of clutter can quickly turn into chaos. If you are struggling to tame an unruly bedroom, let our home furniture store lend a hand. At American Furniture Galleries, we have a fantastic selection of affordable bedroom storage solutions that perfectly combine form and function. With just a few furniture selections, you can upgrade your organization while also adding beauty to your décor.

Choose a Storage Bed

Sometimes people get the wrong impression when they hear the term “storage bed.” If the term conjures up images of a bed with clunky and obtrusive storage drawers, then allow us to change your mind. Our storage beds feature elegant silhouettes and fashionable designs that are guaranteed to complement your décor. We sell contemporary, traditional, and even transitional storage beds with discreet yet spacious drawers that provide ample room for your clothing and linens. You can even use a storage bed to organize your shoes and bedding. 

Purchase Bedside Storage

Oftentimes people overlook the benefits of a nightstand. Due to their small size, many people dismiss nightstands as furniture whose sole purpose is to display a lamp or an alarm clock. Instead of utilizing a nightstand simply as a bedside table, purchase a nightstand with significant storage capacity. At our home furniture store, we have a diverse collection of nightstands for sale that include great storage features including drawers, cabinets, and shelves. These versatile furniture pieces are perfect for those small items that might otherwise end up strewn across your bedroom floor, such as USB cables, books, or your cellphone.

Consider a Bedroom Chest

If your bedroom has limited closet space, chances are you won’t be able to fit your entire clothing collection in just one dresser. If buying a storage bed isn’t an option, or your clothing collection is significantly large, then you may want to consider pairing you dresser with a bedroom chest. While a bedroom chest offers just as much storage room as a dresser, it features a tall and thin design that takes up far less space. You can fit a bedroom chest in virtually any part of your room, even in a corner.

If you would like to give your bedroom an organizational makeover, visit American Furniture Galleries today. We can supply you with top quality bedroom furniture at prices you are sure to love. You can visit us in Rocklin, CA or at any one of our four furniture showrooms. 

Simple Design Tips for Small Bedrooms

Furnishing a small bedroom can be tricky. When space is limited, finding room for a bed, storage furniture, and all your daily necessities can seem nearly impossible. Fortunately, at American Furniture Galleries, we have extensive bedroom furniture collection, with hundreds of products available for every size space. If you live in an apartment, a studio, or your bedroom simply has limited space to spare—don’t fret. With our simple tips and our sizable furniture collection, we will help you design a bedroom that is small in size but big on comfort and style.

Choose a Space-Saving Bed

When choosing a bed for a small bedroom, there are multiple ways to save space. If you are furnishing a bedroom for a single person, consider a Twin bed or a Full bed. While most adults often opt for a Queen size bed, Twin and Full beds actually provide more than enough space for any adult up to six feet tall. If you are on the taller side; however, or need a bed for two people, then a Queen bed or a King bed is definitely necessary. If you need a larger sleep surface, you can still save space by purchasing a multipurpose storage bed. Our storage beds feature front and side drawers perfect for storing your clothing and linens. A storage bed can actually eliminate the need for a big bulky dresser.

Think Vertical

Another great way to save space is to think vertically when choosing your bedroom storage furniture. In other words, opt for furniture pieces that are tall and thin, as opposed to low and wide. For example, a bedroom chest can provide the same amount of storage as a dresser, but it has a far thinner design that will help you to conserve space.

Enhance Your Space with Mirrors

Mirrors are a useful home furnishing because they play with natural light in a way that makes a room appear larger than it is. Even if you have a mirror on top of your dresser, consider placing addition decorative mirrors throughout the room. Decorative mirrors will add beauty to your room while also making it look more open and airy.

If you are ready to buy new bedroom furniture, come to American Furniture Galleries today and start saving! We have so many great deals on brand name bedroom furniture, you need to see it to believe it. You can visit us in Rocklin, CA or at any one of our four furniture showrooms.