Most people pick out bedroom furniture individually rather than in sets. Mixing and matching items creates a stunning, unique look, but there are a few guidelines to keep in mind to ensure they don’t clash. Follow these tips as you pick out pieces for the space to create a cohesive look.

How to Furnish a Bedroom

1. Start With a Statement Piece

If the bedroom already has items, see if there’s one you want to hold on to. This could be the bed frame, a painting, your dresser, or an area rug. Once you’ve picked your favorite piece, you can curate the new items based on how they look with it, which will help create a cohesive appearance.

Trying to curate a whole new bedroom set can be intimidating, so change out one piece at a time and look for replacements over a few weeks.

2. Create Contrast

The whole point of mixing and matching bedroom furniture is to avoid objects that are too similar. Therefore, your items should contrast with each other in varying degrees.

High contrast means choosing differing styles, such as a wooden nightstand with a metal bed frame, or antiques alongside contemporary pieces. You also have the option to go low-contrast. This would mean choosing bedroom furniture that has the same vibe, like sleek or rustic, but picking different finishes and types of wood.

3. Include Two-Toned Pieces

Bring in objects that include different types of materials or colors to unify the design scheme. For example, you might have a nightstand that has a wood top and metal legs. If you have some pieces that are metal and others that are wood throughout the room, furniture that brings together both helps create a uniform look. The same applies to items in different shades. 

If you’re looking for high-quality bedroom furniture, visit Furniture Classics in Anchorage, AK. They carry American-made pieces built with solid wood and genuine leather. They’ve been serving customers nationwide for over 25 years. They also have interior design experts on staff to help you choose furniture that creates a cohesive bedroom theme. Visit their website to see some of their products, or call (907) 278-6844 to order a custom piece.