Bedroom Furniture Guide: Mirrors, Bedside Tables, TV Stands, and Accessories

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Bedside Tables: Standard and Tall Options

A bedside table seems like a simple purchase until you get it home and realize it is the wrong height. The single most important measurement for a bedside table is its height relative to your mattress top.

Getting the Height Right

Your bedside table surface should sit within 2 inches of the top of your mattress. This lets you reach your phone, lamp, or water glass without stretching or fumbling in the dark.

Tall bedside tables (30 inches and above) are increasingly popular as mattress profiles get thicker. If you have a 14-inch mattress on a standard frame, you are looking at around 30 inches of bed height, which means a standard 24-inch nightstand will be too low.

Children's Bedside Tables

For kids' rooms, look for bedside tables with these features:

• Rounded corners for safety
• Lower height (18-22 inches) to match lower bed frames
• Durable finish that can handle spills and rough use
• Closed storage (drawers or doors) to keep clutter hidden
• Sturdy construction that will not tip over if leaned on

Bedroom Mirrors

A bedroom mirror serves two purposes: function and design. A well-placed mirror makes a room feel larger and brighter by reflecting natural light. It also gives you a place to check your outfit without leaving the room.

Types of Bedroom Mirrors

• Dresser mirrors: Attach to or sit on top of a dresser. The classic option for matching bedroom sets. Typically 30-40 inches wide
• Full-length mirrors: Floor-standing or wall-mounted. Essential for seeing your whole outfit. Usually 60-70 inches tall
• Wall-mounted decorative mirrors: Smaller accent pieces that add light and visual interest without taking floor space
• Leaning mirrors: Large mirrors propped against the wall. Trendy look but need to be secured to prevent tipping

Placement Tips

• Place mirrors opposite or adjacent to windows to maximize natural light reflection
• Avoid placing mirrors directly opposite the bed if it bothers you at night
• In small bedrooms, a large mirror creates the illusion of more space
• Secure all mirrors to the wall or furniture to prevent accidents, especially in children's rooms

TV Stands for the Bedroom

A bedroom TV stand needs to be the right height for comfortable viewing from bed. Unlike living room setups where you are sitting upright, bedroom viewing typically happens while reclined or propped up against pillows.

Consider a TV stand with closed storage to keep cables, remotes, and streaming devices hidden. Open shelving collects dust and looks cluttered in a bedroom where you want a calm, restful environment.

Children's Bedroom Furniture

Furnishing a child's bedroom is different from an adult room. The key priorities shift toward safety, durability, and adaptability as kids grow.

• Anchor everything: Dressers, bookshelves, and tall furniture must be wall-anchored to prevent tip-overs. This is not optional
• Choose grow-with-them pieces: A twin bed frame that works for a 5-year-old and a 15-year-old saves money long term. See our twin XL bedroom sets guide for sizing help
• Prioritize easy cleaning: Laminate and sealed wood finishes wipe down more easily than fabric or untreated wood
• Avoid trendy themes: A dinosaur bed frame becomes embarrassing quickly. Neutral furniture with themed bedding and accessories is easier to update

Bedroom Theater Setups

A bedroom theater combines a TV, sound system, and comfortable viewing position in your bedroom. This has become more popular as streaming services replace living room cable boxes.

Making It Work

• TV size: For a bedroom, 43 to 55 inches is typically the right range. Measure the distance from your bed to where the TV will sit. A good rule is that the screen should be about 1.5 to 2 times the diagonal measurement away from your eyes
• Sound: A soundbar under the TV provides much better audio than TV speakers without the complexity of a full surround system
• Lighting: Blackout curtains or blinds improve the viewing experience, especially for daytime watching. They also help with sleep quality
• Adjustable base bonus: An adjustable bed base lets you find the perfect viewing angle without stacking pillows behind your back

Bedroom Furniture Brands in Canada

If you are shopping for bedroom furniture, you will encounter a range of brands at different price points.

Ashley Furniture

Ashley is one of the largest furniture manufacturers in North America. Their bedroom furniture spans budget to mid-range pricing. The budget lines use engineered wood (particleboard with a laminate finish) that works for apartments and temporary setups. Their Signature Design line uses better materials and construction. Ashley is widely available through their own stores and authorized dealers across Canada.

Canadian-Made Options

For solid wood bedroom furniture made in Canada, brands like Handstone and Palliser offer quality that lasts decades. Crate Designs makes solid pine furniture in Ontario at more accessible prices. These pieces cost more upfront but tend to outlast imported furniture significantly.

Essential Bed Accessories

Beyond furniture, several bed accessories improve your sleep setup:

• Mattress protector: Waterproof and breathable. Protects your investment and is usually required to maintain warranty coverage. $40 to $100
• Mattress topper: Adjusts firmness without replacing the mattress. $50 to $200 depending on size and material
• Quality pillows: Replace every 1-2 years. Your pillow affects neck alignment as much as your mattress affects spinal support
• Bed risers: Add 3-8 inches of height to create under-bed storage space. Useful in small bedrooms
• Under-bed storage bins: Take advantage of the space beneath your bed frame. Choose bins with lids to keep dust out
• Bedside lamp with warm light: Cool blue light suppresses melatonin. Choose warm-toned (2700K) bulbs for bedroom lighting

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