10 Tips on Choosing Baby Furniture

Choosing furniture is one of the many things you’ll tackle when you’re about to bring a baby into your home. While color is a big part of the decision, there are many other details you’ll have to look at to find just what you need. Fortunately, there is an abundance of furniture available so you won’t have to settle with something mediocre. To help you get started in your quest for the perfect baby furniture, use the tips below.

1. Safety Requirements

The number one requirement of any piece of baby furniture is that it meets current safety standards for the age of the child that will be using it. To determine if something does satisfy all safety requirements, check with the manufacturer and look for a safety certification in the product information. This should be easy to find since it’s a major requirement of both manufacturers and retailers that sell baby nursery furniture.

2. Ability to Use Later

Some baby furniture is designed to be used for only a short amount of time. If you want pieces that are going to last longer, then look for ways they can be adjusted in the future. For example, some cribs are made to be converted to toddler beds at a later date. Other things, like small dressers, may not meet your needs when your child grows bigger. In situations like these, it’ll be best to go for something with more storage.

3. Check the Size

Furniture should easily fit into your home with space to spare. Choosing items that are too large can result in limited floor space to play. Take measurements in your room before buying cribs, dressers, toy bins, bassinets, or any other furniture pieces.

4. Find an Anchor Kit

All nursery furniture should be anchored to the studs in your walls to ensure they do not fall over. Look for anchoring kits that are specifically designed to be used with the furniture that you bought. Many manufacturers have kits available or can offer recommendations for what you should purchase.

5. Look at the Materials

Getting a good deal on baby furniture is something any parent can appreciate. However, cheap materials are more susceptible to breaking and may not last as long as you would like. In most situations, it’s worth it to pay more to have high-quality materials that you can trust to last for your little one.

6. Read Reviews

If you’re shopping online, don’t hesitate to read reviews from other parents who bought the furniture you’re looking at. You can learn about the benefits and drawbacks that you otherwise wouldn’t have known about. You can also learn more about which furniture is best so you can truly invest in something you’ll love in your home.

7. Consider Travel Options

Some baby furniture is designed to stay in the nursery. However, if you plan on traveling often, you’ll want to buy something that can come with you. Look for portable nursery furniture you can pack so you don’t have to leave the comforts of home behind.

8. Find the Right Style

Style means a lot when it comes to furniture that will go into your home. From traditional to modern, look for something that you’ll love to see every day. In addition to the color, also consider the materials, shape, and weight.

9. Need for Accessories

Most cribs do not come with a mattress, so you’ll have to choose it separately. However, most strollers come with everything you need to use it while still selling additional accessories separately. Look at all details of the furniture you want to determine if there are accessories you’ll want or need in the future.

10. Determine Assembly

Not all nursery furniture comes assembled at your doorstep. Check the description or with the manufacturer to determine if there will be any assembly required. Fortunately, most pieces are easy to build and come with detailed instructions.

What’s Right for You?

Choosing the different pieces of furniture for your nursery can be exciting. However, don’t forget to look at the features, design, and accessories to choose what’s right for you. With a little bit of research, you’ll be sure to find furniture that you can’t wait to use every day.      

Author’s Bio: Matt McGrath is an avid traveler and a prominent writer in the blogging community. He has been to more than 50 countries. While he loves discovering new cultures and adventures, he is also passionate about sharing practical tips to his followers. If you love to travel and adventure, we recommend that you read and follow all his articles!