Affordable Bedroom Sets - What's the difference between MDF and Solid Wood?

Choosing affordable bedroom furniture is about more than picking which style compliments your décor. That is important, but another factor to consider is what each piece is made of so you can be sure you are getting the very best quality and durability possible. This can be a bit confusing, so knowing what materials are commonly used can be very helpful. While we all know what solid wood is, we may be less sure of MDF, or medium-density fiberboard. What’s the difference between these materials, and which is right for your home?

Solid wood furniture is a good investment and always lends a classic look to any décor. However, solid wood is heavy, often cumbersome, and can be quite expensive. Those looking for alternatives may consider MDF. This is a product known as “engineered wood,” which is made of softwood fibers that are broken down, combined with wax and resin, and formed into panels. Because of the resin, though, it is much more dense than typical particleboard, which often backs shelves or bureaus. When looking for adult’s and children’s bedroom furniture, MDF is a great alternative to solid wood because it is durable, has no tendency to split, and can be made from environmentally friendly and sustainable fibers.

Another great reason to choose products made with MDF is that it is affordable. Discount bedroom furniture is often made with MDF instead of solid wood, but that does not mean you can’t get good quality. If you would rather have solid wood for your main pieces, that is an option. For your guest rooms or children’s rooms, MDF is more than sufficient to withstand a lot of use. It may not be of heirloom quality, but you certainly pay a lot less and the pieces are sturdy and durable. MDF is especially well-suited for children’s bedroom furniture, which gets replaced more frequently as children grow. MDF is a great alternative to solid wood for any room in your home.

Langley Bed with Frame

One of the toughest things to do is to integrate a new bed into a room that has existing furniture that is aged and antique in style. Without spending the money on another antique piece it is sometimes difficult to stay true to the feel of your older pieces. Thanks to the advancements in specialized finishes, iron and metal beds have come a long way and can now be built to complement any existing decor - even yours! Let's take a look at one example of how this might work for your home.

The timeless elegance of the Langley Bed with Frame is in its simplicity. The design is comprised almost entirely of straight rails and posts with classic ball castings topping them off. The unique "Copper Penny" finish is a truly deep color of copper that is antiqued in a process that ages it perfectly. This one is a sure fit into any bedroom sets that include distressed and antique pieces of furniture.

When Fashion Bed Group was founded in 1991 by three of the top bed design companies in the world they knew they were making magic. Having done business in the bedding industry now for eighteen years, making and affordable bedroom sets for all styles and tastes has become second nature to them. Warehouses all over North America (the US and Canada) mean they can provide their quality products to their customers quickly, and their 10 year warranty means they stand behind every pieces they make.

Sonoma Bedroom Set

Finding all the right pieces of bedroom furniture can be a chore. They need to match, they need to reflect what you want in your bedroom, and they need to be affordable. Footboards must echo headboards. Nightstands must mimic bed styling. The simplest solution? Choosing one bedroom set. This way every piece matches seamlessly to one another and you aren’t paying any more than you need to.

Feeling chic and the desire for dark wood in your bedroom? Look no further. The Sonoma Bedroom Set boasts exactly that. Contemporary bedroom sets like this one come with everything you need and more. It’s simple yet stunning, with clean lines and a rich maple or black finish to establish the tone of your bedroom just the way you want it. Full of surprises, the Sonoma Bedroom Set includes a clever bookcase headboard, a platform storage bed, a six drawer dresser, and a nightstand. Not only will the platform bed eliminate your need to purchase an extra mattress, but it also gives you a very agreeable amount of extra storage space. If this set doesn’t offer enough storage, you can add in the optional bench cubbie. The drawer pulls are all round and silver-toned, except for beneath the platform bed. Those are meant to meld with the rest of the bed to give the illusion of solid wood, something guests won’t notice and that you will love.

Prepac Furniture knows what people want in bedroom furniture and continue to give it to them on a regular basis. Aiming for both quality and value, their product lines won’t disappoint you in any of your bedroom needs.