The first step you will need to take when choosing among the many loft bedroom sets available is to determine who is likely to use the set. Sets for children, for example, will be very different than loft bedroom sets for adults, and the size of the loft beds may be different as well. Think about how much space is available in a room for the bedroom set as well, since this can impact what pieces of furniture will fit comfortably. The centerpiece of any set is, of course, the loft bed, so it is best to start determining the best set by thinking about the best bed.
Some loft bedroom sets will just include the various components of the bed itself. This may mean the set includes two mattresses, or just one. It may also mean the set includes a desk that can be stowed underneath the upper bed, a ladder to reach the upper bed, and even drawers on some models. Think about whether you will need one mattress or two; some loft bedroom sets will feature a bed frame that will accommodate a twin mattress set high off the ground, and either a twin mattress or a full, or even a queen, down lower to the ground.
While in most cases, the lower bed is only included if a desk is not included, some loft bedroom sets can include both. The desk will usually be part of the bed frame, and it will be positioned beneath the upper bed, but in some cases, the desk may be positioned at the foot of the bed instead so a second bed can be placed underneath the first. This unit will take up more space in a room, but it will be the most versatile option for enhancing the usefulness of the space.
Consider the frame material carefully as well. Loft bedroom sets will sometimes feature various pieces of furniture all made from the same material. Hardwoods are the best option because they are naturally beautiful and durable, but they are also likely to be the most expensive options. Softwoods are less expensive but more susceptible to damage such as cracking, splitting, or rotting. If you are on a tight budget, particle board furniture is also available, but this will be the least durable option and will probably break down after only a couple of years of regular use.
