How to Choose Log Beds for your Home

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Log furniture is trendy these days. With its rustic look, it adds beauty to your home. If you want to use furniture that looks natural, you may use log beds at your bedroom. However, choosing one might be troublesome for you, if you do not have proper idea. I will write here about how you can choose log beds for your home.

Things to Remember while Choosing Log Beds

You should consider the following things while choosing log beds.

Size and Proportion

This is a very important feature to keep in mind. Consider your available space. The bed should be in proportion with the rest of the room. It should not be very large, if you have a small space. Choosing a large one in a small space will make the place crowded. On the other hand, you will need a large bed if your room is spacious with high ceilings.

Wood Types

Different types of wood are used to make log beds. Here are the most common ones.

White Cedar: This wood is weather-proof; therefore any weather change will not affect it. This also helps to avoid rotting and cracking.

Hickory: You can easily mold this wood into various shapes. However, it is not as strong as White Cedar.

Red Cedar: This wood is naturally aromatic and resistant to pests and insects. Furniture made from this wood can last a long time.

Alder: You can easily sand and polish alder. Plus, it seldom splits. These features make it a good choice for log furniture.

Aspen: Aspen looks very beautiful. Moreover, it is strong and durable.

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Two Types of Log Beds

All types of log furniture come in two types. Peeled or unpeeled.

Peeled: The wood is peeled off its bark in this type of furniture. The natural hue of the wood is retained.

Unpeeled: The natural inner and outer bark of the wood is maintained in this type of beds. It provides a rustic view to the bed.

Quality

This is a factor that should never be compromised. Look for solid-wood or all-wood beds. Avoid veneered plywood or particle board. Solid-wood beds will react better at seasonal moisture changes. Additionally, it will show less wear in at the joints.

The bed should be well fitted and it should have evenly applied coating.

You can always visit a store and choose your log bed. However, if you are buying online, choose a store that is reputable. They should give importance to quality and customer service. You must read customer feedbacks on the website of the store.

Budget

Determine a budget and stick to it. The cost of the bed will vary according to the wood you choose and the additional options you choose.

Keep these things in mind, and you will be able to choose the perfect Rustic Bed for you. 

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