Kids’ Furniture Shopping Tips

Shopping for furniture can be difficult as it is, let alone when you’re shopping for furniture that someone else will use. When that someone is your kid or kids, you face the challenge of not only finding functional and fun furniture, but also something that is safe for your kids to play on. At Roberts Furniture & Mattress one of the many things that separates us from our competition is our huge stock of options, which also allows us to offer a wide variety of choices for kids. But before you go shopping, we thought you might like to read some tips on what to look for. 

Durability

You probably already know, or are about to find out, that kids will turn your house into a daily amusement park. Furniture will be jumped on, hung from, eaten on, and so forth, which is why durability is the number one priority for most families who are shopping for kids’ furniture. In practice this means you should look for relatively heavy and solid furniture, preferably made from hardwood that’s been glued, screwed and corner-blocked. 

Fabrics should have a flat weave, because it withstands use better than lightweight or looped fabrics. There are also plenty of materials out there that are pretty much stain-proof and easy to take care of, like vinyl, ultrasuede, denim, twill, velvet, felt and wool.

Storage

With kids comes clutter and an excess of stuff, so look for furniture like kids’ loft beds that comes with drawers. Also consider double-tier tables where the lower tier can function as storage, and stock up on items like storage cubes, shoe cubbies, and toy baskets. 

Space

This depends on the size of the house and the rooms, but most families with kids long for more space. That’s why we recommend considering options like bunk beds or beds that integrate desks, drawers and more. Don’t forget to take advantage of extra space lurking under beds and other furniture. 

Safety

Look for features like rounded corners for tables and countertops to avoid accidents. You could also consider a couch with attached cushions if you’re not a fan of pillow fights with huge sofa cushions. 

For one-on-one advice on finding the ideal kids’ room furniture for YOUR family, stop by our Yorktown, VA store or any of our other locations.

Vaughan-Bassett Furniture, An American Classic

If you seek the authenticity of good old-fashioned American craftsmanship using native-grown, sustainable hardwood, your dream come true is Vaughan-Bassett solid wood home furniture. Employing 700 craftsmen all based in the United States, Vaughan-Bassett has earned a sterling reputation, winning the lasting respect of buyers like you, because of its myriad of styles and lovely finishes. The company’s exceptional commitment to quality has made it America’s largest maker of wood bedroom furniture.

Explore Vaughan-Bassett’s Bedroom, Kids’ Room, and Home Office Furniture

Roberts Furniture & Mattress has wonderful bedroom furniture on display to give you an idea of how Vaughan-Bassett solid-wood quality can enhance your home. Relax with the warm wood finishes and classic colonial design details of one of our poster beds or sleigh beds with matching dresser, mirror, drawers, and nightstand.

Kids’ room furniture is a challenge for parents as you want a lasting style that will span your youngster’s changing needs and interests as well as match your décor. Vaughan-Bassett’s fine American craftsmanship can take all the heavy use your children can dish out. Choose from the among the simple elegance of one of our twin poster or sleigh beds, some with the adorable trundle option when two of your kids are sharing a room or you have invited a young guest to stay the night.

In the Internet age, telecommuting has come into its own, and with that comes your need for a well-appointed home office. Vaughan-Bassett has applied its timeless style to craft beautiful computer desks and chairs to make working from home both fun and productive!

Why Appalachian Hardwood?

Solid Appalachian hardwood offers furniture makers like Vaughan-Bassett an incomparable variety of grains and colors to choose from, ranging from rich dark walnut to lighter maple and ash. Appalachian hardwood must meet a stringent standard of grading rules, resulting in home furniture more than up to the task of many years of household use.

Going Green: Committed to Sustainability

Vaughan-Bassett is committed to the environment, aware that wood is in fact a crop that must be replenished. In that spirit, the company replaces each tree it uses to make your home furniture. Growers apply best management practices to forests used for Appalachian hardwood to ensure sustainability for wildlife habitats. Only about 1% of that hardwood inventory is harvested per year.

We can usually deliver your new, “Made in USA” Vaughan-Bassett furniture within 2 weeks. To find out more about Vaughan-Bassett bedroom, kids’ room, and home office furniture pieces and sets, stop by Roberts Furniture & Mattress’ Williamsburg, VA showroom or any of our other Hampton Roads locations.