SOLID WOOD BEDROOM SETS

What is true solid wood?

• True solid wood is derived from natural lumber directly cut from trees, distinguishing it from engineered products like MDF or particleboard.
• Key indicators of quality solid wood include:
  • Unique grain patterns
  • Substantial weight
  • Quality construction, even in concealed areas

Strategic use of plywood and alternate hardwoods

• In a typical dresser or armoire, expect the following:
  • Solid Lumber: Exterior frame, drawer fronts, top surface, and decorative elements (e.g., Cherry, Oak, Maple, Walnut).
  • High-Grade Plywood/Alternate Hardwoods: Drawer bottoms, back panels, and interior dividers (e.g., Birch, Poplar).
• The use of high-grade plywood is not a compromise but a deliberate engineering choice:
  • Solid wood panels exhibit significant expansion and contraction with humidity changes.
  • High-grade plywood minimizes these movements, preventing warping and cracking.
  • This ensures long-term structural integrity and reduces cost.

Key considerations when shopping

• Acceptable Practices:
  • Expect to find high-grade plywood in drawer bottoms and furniture backs to minimize wood’s natural movement.
• Avoid:
  • Pieces constructed from particleboard or MDF, which are prone to damage and difficult to repair.

The value of quality solid wood bedroom sets

• While solid wood furniture carries a higher initial cost, its beauty and natural authenticity more than compensate.
  • Durability and beauty, lasting for generations.
  • Development of a natural patina with age.
  • Repairability, allowing for restoration.
  • It can become a cherished family heirloom.
• The investment is worth the longevity and beauty it provides.

Shop below for solid wood bedroom sets!

• Or visit our Solid Wood Furniture page for more information.
• For more information about the hardwoods used in our furniture, please visit our Wood Characteristics page.
• Learn how to care for your hardwood furniture: visit our Furniture Care page.