Redesigning a room in your home can be a lot of fun. While it’s easy to get caught up in the process of furniture shopping, you must take practical steps too. Thus, ensuring that the pieces you invest in work well in your space. One of the most important ways to accomplish this is by properly measuring the room you are designing. Doing so will not only guarantee that you don’t waste time and money on an item that you can’t use but will make sure that the furniture you purchase meets your space’s particular needs. Here are some tips to help you take accurate measurements of your space before you visit your favorite Naples furniture store.

Measure Entryways & Passages

Measuring a room for new furniture isn’t as simple as it may seem. There are other aspects to consider besides the space where the furniture will be resting, such as doorways, halls, and staircases. Even if your living room is spacious, it won’t matter if you can’t fit your new sectional through the front door. Be sure to think about every entrance the item will have to pass through from the driveway to the specific area you have planned for it. For doorways, be sure to measure the height and width from the inside of the frame. For passageways, including diagonal measurements along with height and width, especially if you’re planning on bringing a large piece of furniture through them, like a dining room table, area rug,  or mattress box spring.

Measure the Room

After measuring the doorways and passages, it’s time to look at the room itself. Start by measuring the height, width, and length of the room. If your space is particularly large, a laser pointer can make the process go much quicker. Additionally, take down the location and measurements of any windows in the room, especially if you plan to place a piece of furniture in front of one.

Don’t forget to include the distance between the window frame and the floor. If other features in the room could affect the placement or maneuvering of the furniture, be sure to include their measurements as well, such as built-in shelves, a radiator, or a fireplace. Finally, be sure to measure the distance from the door the furniture will be moved through to the opposite wall. This is critical to make sure that the furniture will fit in the room and can be safely moved around the space.

Helpful Tips

• To make the measuring process go as smoothly as possible, use two people.
• A laser pointer will help ensure that your measurements are accurate, especially in large spaces.
• Take note of any obstacles movers may encounter when bringing in your furniture, such as hanging light fixtures or tight corners.
• Once you have your measurements, draw a rough sketch of the room, windows, doorways, and passages. Then, label each one with their proper measurement. This will help you visualize where the furniture will fit when you are shopping. Take a picture of the sketch to keep on your phone for easy access.
• Bring a tape measure and notebook with you to the furniture store to jot down the measurements.

Find More at Your Favorite Naples Furniture Store

Now that you know how to accurately measure a room, it’s time to fill it with beautiful furniture. Once you have your measurements, the friendly design team at Matter Brothers Furniture is here to help you find the perfect pieces for your space, big or small. Visit our Naples Furniture Store, stop by one of our four other convenient locations or contact us today!