Your bedroom is a sanctuary, a place to escape from the noise and stress of a busy day. It's where you go to relax and let the troubles of the day fade away, so it should be as comfortable as possible. Part of creating a comfortable sanctuary is having the items you need. When it comes to a bedroom, the items you need are mostly furniture. Some essential items are obvious, everyone knows you need a bed, but what else do you need? While everyone's list will be a little different, there are a few pieces of furniture that are universally essential to a bedroom.
This article will go over what those essential pieces are. Even if you think you have the perfect bedroom, read through the list to make sure you aren't missing out on any game-changing essentials. Let's start with the obvious, and discuss if your current bed is the one for you.
1 - A Comfortable Bed
Is your bed as soft, firm, or in-between as you'd like it to be? If it's not comfortable, you could be tossing, turning, and losing crucial hours of sleep every night. If that's the case, it's time to stop counting sheep and find yourself a brand new bed. After all, sleep is an essential part of your daily life, and that's why a comfortable bed tops the list of essential furniture items for your bedroom.
2 - Bedside Tables
When you're all comfortable and settled in your bed the last thing you want to do is get up to put your phone on the charger, get a bottle of water, or turn on the overhead light. The best way to ensure you can stay in bed is to get a bedside table that can hold everything you need. A spacious bedside table gives you room for all of your essentials, whether that's a charger, a lamp, a snack, or the latest book that you can't put down.
3 - A Chair You Can Work In
We all know working in your bed is a no-no. Your brain needs to associate your bed with rest and relaxation so you can get a good night's sleep. With that in mind, it's important to have a space in your bedroom where you can bust out the laptop or notebook if necessary. That's where a nice, comfortable chair comes in. Find yourself a sitting chair that's perfect for getting some work done before you turn in, so your bed doesn't have to pick up the slack.
4 - A Wardrobe
A wardrobe helps keep your clothes organized, clean, and ready-to-be-worn. It's an absolute must-have if you have an extensive clothes collection, but limited closet space. You can find a wardrobe in almost any style you can imagine, so choose one that blends well with your other furniture pieces and start moving your clothes into their new home. You may even find yourself in need of a shopping trip to fill up some empty space, so it's a win-win.
5 - A Vanity
Also known as a dressing table, a vanity is where you go to get ready for your day. It can house your hairbrushes, skincare products, hair products, or any other daily essentials. Choose one with a nice mirror and add a chair and you're all set with a lovely place to sit and collect yourself and your thoughts for the day. It can also serve as a great catch-all for those items you pull out of your pocket at the end of the day.