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It is always exciting to be decorating your home for the very first time. The Dining Room, in particular, is a joy and a thrill to decorate for most mothers as this is where a big part of family bonding occurs - during the mealtimes. Many people will look back on some of the fondest memories of their childhood, and most of these will always include mealtime experiences with the family.

If you are looking for a classic look when it comes to your dining Room Furniture, you should look back to the foundation of today's Modern Furniture --- Shaker dining room furniture. People today have very vague memories of what the Shakers were like and how they lived, except that they were a very big part of American history. However, most of these people will not know that the furniture styles created by the Shakers gave way to a long tradition of classic, elegant furniture that will never go out of style.

Going Back to the Basics: The Makings of Shaker Furniture

Many Americans have the preconceived notion that the Shakers came from their own country, but contrary to this misconception, the Shakers actually originated from Manchester, England, and didn't arrive at America until 1774, thanks to a woman named Mother Ann Lee. They brought with them their own take on furniture, and altogether, Shaker furniture can be described in these words: utilitarian, simple yet classic, and high-quality.

While Shakers created furniture for their own use, they also made sure that others are able to appreciate the finery of their styles, so they made these available for the public to purchase. From cabinets and rocking chairs to dining room tables and regular chairs, Shaker furniture symbolizes everything that we look for in timeless furniture - elegance, style, and the ability to last for years without looking outdated.

Shaker Furniture for the Simple Yet Functional Homemaker

If you are looking for furniture that is both colorful and ostentatious, you probably haven't considered Shaker furniture yet - while Shaker furniture is not known for its opulence and jazzy décor, it is known for its classic lines and finishing touches that never fail to make the dining area appear oh-so-classically-elegant in that subtle yet calming way. It is warm, inviting, and familiar ---a cozy atmosphere for those who are hoping for a quiet and peaceful dinner or ache for the cheery warmth of an intimate conversation with family, friends, and loved ones.

All in all, Shaker furniture is a perfect fit for families who are looking for that look of understated elegance in their dining room area. While it could also work for larger get-togethers, the most attractive component of this type of furniture is its ability to emulate intimacy, no matter how large the gathering. There is always a sense of belongingness, ensuring that the mood it sets during mealtimes is both warm and welcoming. This is best for close-knit families who are only planning for occasional get-togethers and are hoping to create an air of friendliness in their homes.

How to Choose the Best Shaker Furniture to Suit Your Home

It is one thing to look at Shaker furniture and go "Hey, that looks nice!" - and it's a completely different thing to actually buy it and install it in one's home. While all Shaker furniture are great, you must also remember that the one you choose in particular and decide to purchase is a great fit for your home, particularly in terms of sizing and color requirements.

The best thing to do would be to exhaust all your options - do your own research and canvassing to ensure that you have truly chosen the best of the lot to perfectly fit into your home. Ask around - your family, friends, and loved ones in particular - as some people will know good places to buy Shaker furniture. Some of them may even be able to recommend shop owners to go to, who may very well offer you a discount or a great package deal, thanks to the customer referral.

Make sure that you create for yourself a list of requirements for your Shaker furniture. More than the décor, make sure that you have all your sizing requirements handy, as well as your color options. If you can, take a few pictures of the areas where you will be placing the Shaker furniture so that you can compare and contrast when you have found a prospective piece of furniture to buy and take home.

The Internet is also a great source of information when it comes to Shaker furniture-shopping. Make sure you have your Internet's bookmarking tool handy as you may need to go back and look at websites to compare and contrast. However, you need to be careful when it comes to surfing the Internet for Shaker furniture, as not all companies that advertise their products and services online are legit. In fact, it would be safe to say that a lot of them are bogus or fake.

The best way to ensure that you aren't being ripped off is to check every inch of the website and make sure that it contains customer feedback and testimonials so you have an idea of what the service is like. Also, give them a call over the phone to ensure that the contact information they are giving is correct and they are not fooling anyone. Sites such as eBay and Amazon may be able to give you a cheaper bargain, and also an opportunity to purchase secondhand Shaker furniture, if you are working on a much-tighter budget.

At the end of the day, never scrimp on value as this will pay off greatly in the end. Don't waste your time on a cheap piece of furniture that doesn't even look or feel durable. Pay a premium for value, if you must, as long as it's in a reasonable price range. The important thing is that you are able to get yourself top-quality Shaker furniture that will last you for years to come.

To see beautiful photos of the furniture mentioned in this article, please see Erik Schimek's Bedroom Furniture website. This website features bed frames, armoires, cedar chests, bedroom dressers, nightstands and organic mattresses.

Erik Organic is an independently owned family business whose goal is to assist our customers in creating a safe and healthy home. Our organic furniture is created with safe organic fabrics, natural batting, Solid Wood construction and low VOC wood finishes.

Black Futon Pad with Cherry Brown Wood Futon Frame $550.44 You will receive a total of 1 futon frame and 1 futon pad. Dimension of Futon Frame: 81"W x 24"D x 31"H Dimension of Futon Pad: 8" Thickness Finish: Black / Cherry Brown Material: Fabric / Wood Black Futon Pad with Cherry Brown Wood Futon Frame This futon can be converted  in two different functions: sofa seat and bed. Item is the perfect furniture addition to any style home. Assembly required.

Khaki Futon Pad with Wooden Futon Frame $427.08 You will receive a total of 1 futon frame and 1 futon pad. Dimension of Futon Frame: 80"W x 24"D x 31"H Dimension of Futon Pad: 8" Thickness Finish: Khaki / Honey Material: Fabric / Wood Khaki Futon Pad with Wooden Futon Frame This futon can be  in two different functions: sofa seat and bed. Item is the perfect furniture addition to any style home. Assembly required.

Fredrix Finished Wood Easel $23.55 This Fredrix finished wood easel features a lightweight A-frame that can be used for display and light sketching. This easel will comfortably display a 30-inch x 40-inch sign.Height: 64 inchesMaximum sign measurement: 30 inches x 40 inchesIncludes: An adjustable tray, a leg chain, and rubber tipsTray: 24 inches x 1.5 inchesStain: Dark walnut

Oak Twin Wood Arm Futon Frame $350 -Mission-Inspired Futon Sofa Frame -Painted Cherry-Wood Oak Frame -Mattress Sold Separately -Assembly Required -Sleeping Dimensions: Twin Bed -Overall Dimensions: 81"x38"x32"H

Ramano Dark Bronze Table Lamp with Wood Finished Paper Shade $164 -Wood Finished Paper Shade

Wood Futon Frame Casual Style Cappuccino Finish $680.36 " Dimension: 79 1/2"W x 54"D x 25"H Finish: Cappuccino Material: Wood Wood Futon Frame Casual Style Cappuccino Finish Features sleek wood arms gently arc into simple square legs, with a smooth frame all in a cappuccino wood finish. Easily convert from a couch for lounging, to a comfortable bed. Perfect for relaxing, reading, watching television, and more. This item includes only the frame, futon mattress pad is not included. "

Finished Wood Easel 64 in. $13.51 This lightweight A-frame easel is suitable mostly for display but could work for light duty sketching. It is constructed with three wooden legs, an adjustable tray, a leg chain, and rubber tips that provide stability. The 64 in. easel will comfortably display a 30 in. x 40 in. sign. The adjustable canvas holder tray is 24 in. x 1 1/2 wide. Dark walnut-colored stain.

Rhodes Wood-Metal Jr. Twin Futon Chair $211.99 Our Rhodes style futon features a solid arm style composed of gently tapered legs and criss-crossing wood pickets that form to create a timeless contemporary geometric design. The Rhodes compliments but is not limited to a room d?cor that tends to be more fashion-forward.

Wood Futon Frame in Light Cappuccino Finish $742.84 " Dimension: 87"W x 54"D x 26"H Finish: Light Cappuccino Material: Wood Wood Futon Frame in Light Cappuccino Finish Features wide wooden arms, a smooth frame and simple square legs all in a light cappuccino finish. Easily convert from a couch for lounging, to a comfortable bed. Perfect for relaxing, reading, watching television, and more. This item includes only the frame, futon mattress pad is not included. Simply add a futon mattress pad and you are read to go. "

Wood Futon Frame Mission Style Cappuccino Finish $732.14 " Dimension: 80 3/4"W x 54"D x 26"H Finish: Cappuccino Material: Wood Wood Futon Frame Mission Style Cappuccino Finish Features wide wooden arms have a mission inspired slat design, with a smooth frame and simple square legs all in a rich cappuccino finish. Easily convert from a couch for lounging, to a comfortable bed. Perfect for relaxing, reading, watching television, and more. This item includes only the frame, futon mattress pad is not included. "

Wood Futon Frame with Sleigh Design in Mahogany Finish $732.14 " Dimension: 82"W x 54"D x 26"H Finish: Mahogany Material: Wood Wood Futon Frame with Sleigh Design in Mahogany Finish Wide wooden arms have an ornate slat design, with a smooth frame, slightly curved arms and simple legs in a warm mahogany finish. Easily convert from a couch for lounging, to a comfortable bed. Perfect for relaxing, reading, watching television, and more. This item includes only the frame, futon mattress pad is not included. "

Wood Futon Frame with Slat Design in Cherry Finish $714.28 " Dimension: 80"W x 54"D x 26"H Finish: Cherry Material: Wood Wood Futon Frame with Slat Design in Cherry Finish Straight wooden arms have a mission inspired slat design, with a smooth frame, slightly curved arms and simple legs in a warm cherry finish. Easily convert from a couch for lounging, to a comfortable bed. Perfect for relaxing, reading, watching television, and more. This item includes only the frame, futon mattress pad is not included. "

Wood Futon Frame with Flared Arms in Cappuccino Finish $714.28 " Dimension: 78"W x 54"D x 26"H Finish: Cappuccino Material: Wood Wood Futon Frame with Flared Arms in Cappuccino Finish Sleek flared wooden arms have a mission inspired slat design, with a smooth frame, slightly curved arms and simple legs in a cappuccino finish. Easily convert from a couch for lounging, to a comfortable bed. Give your spare bedroom or den a stylish look with this item. This item includes only the frame, futon mattress pad is not included. "

Mission Black Metal Futon Frame - Full $162.99 Get the benefits of metal futon frame with the illusion of wood with our mission metal futon frame. This exquisite mission styled frame looks like real wood but is lightweight and easy to move around.

Serta Paris Futon Package $310.99 Sit, recline, sleep - whatever your choice, on this futon you can do it in style, comfort and qualityThe perfect futon for saving space, and yet with a quality Wolf brand mattress and a Serta brand futon frameMinimalist arms lets futon fit into tight areas and also allows for sleeping use by taller peopleWolf brand futon mattress features a charcoal grey microfiber cover for elegant look and great wearabiltySolid wood arms easily attach to wire grid total support metal deck system.4 position click/clack allows for easy front operationFully upright, 2 recline positions, and flat sleeping position allows you to be comfortable throughout the day8-inch thick futon mattress made in the USA includes double foam core with lots of bonded cotton for both comfort and durabilityProduct will ship in 3 boxesPlease note: decorative pillows shown in photo are not included

Serta Florence Futon Package $335.99 Let this great valued Serta Florence futon frame and Wolf futon mattress add function to any room in your houseClassic mission styling highlights the elegantly sloped solid wood arms of this Serta futon frameComfortable arms and medium oak finish stand out in futon arm styling4 position click/clack metal decking features wire mesh grid for great comfort and support of your futon mattressEnjoy fully upright, 2 recline positions or flat sleeping position with just the ease of one-touch front controlWolf brand futon mattress is 8-inch thick featuring 2 - 2-inch foam cores surrounded by layers of luxurious blended cotton battingMattress features a charcoal grey microfiber casing for durability and stunning look in any roomProduct will ship in 3 boxesPlease note: decorative pillows shown in photo are not included

All Wood Futon Set with Table Arm and Mattress $460.99 Set includes: Futon frame and mattressMaterials: Wood, foam, fabric and hardware Finish: Medium chestnutUpholstery materials: 100-percent polyester Upholstery color: MinkUpholstery fill: 1.8 density foam Solid wood futon frameFlip-up side tables on both arms Rolled backTraditional button tufted chaiseSeat height: 19 inches Full-size futon mattress dimensions: 8 inches high (thick) x 54 inches wide x 75 inches deep (long) Dimensions: 33 inches high x 84 inches wide x 39 inches deepAssembly required. This product ships in two (2) boxes.

Hanging Galileo Thermometer with Cherry Finished Wood Frame $285 Hanging Galileo Thermometer with Cherry Finished Wood Frame is available from bedbathstore.com for only $169.99. Shop bedbathstore for the best price and quality with Free Shipping.

Bridgeport Metal Wood Futon Frame - Full $223.99 The Bridgeport is the perfect futon frame for those that enjoy balancing their conservative and casual tastes. It is designed to take full advantage of the beauty and durability of solid hardwood. Smooth slightly curved arms with precision placed arm pickets join together for a settled lo

Portofino Metal Wood Futon Frame - Full $248.99 It is great to come home and have a room welcome you into its comfort. The futon frame features a solid form crafted with a contemporary arm design offering both beauty and function. Lifting the arm top reveals a hidden storage compartment that runs the full length of the arm.

Twin Bunk Bed with Futon Convertible $805.52 "Twin Bunk Bed with Futon Convertible Enjoy the total usability of this wood and metal bedroom furniture set designed specifically for space saving and style. This set is made of sturdy welded metal beams bolted into block wood pillars, and allows for a versatile setup of a stacked twin bunk bed on top of the futon sofa, or a separate twin bed and futon, all while utilizing the maximum potential of space in the room. This bed and futon set is the perfect addition to your modern or classicly arranged bedroom. Mattress and futon pad sold separately. Specifications - Dimensions: 81&quotL, 55&quotW, 66&quotH - Style Type: Classic - Materials: Wood, Metal - Color: Black, Oak Finish - Pieces: 2 - Finish: Gloss Paint, Oak Additional Information: Manufacturer - Visiondecor Instructions - Assembly required"

Boston Microfiber Suede 10-inch Inner Spring Full-size Futon Set $386.99 With a low profile arm and inner spring futon mattress, this Boston futon set is particularly ideal for regular sleep use. With several kid-proof pet-proof suede colors and multiple wood finish options, this futon set is a stylish addition to any decor.Upholstery color options: Celery green, chocolate brown, dark blue, ebony black, mocha brown, olive green, red, sand Finish options: Medium oak, mahogany, natural, walnutUpholstery materials: Microfiber faux suede, steel coils, cotton, foam, poly batting Both a sofa and a sleeperParticularly ideal for tall sleepers who like to hang their hands or feet over the endsInner spring designRated as medium to firm comfort levelConsists of 13 inches of materials including a 4-inch high 256 coil count, 13 gauge premium quality Bonnell inner spring, the best pre-compressed long staple and linter garnetted cotton batting, foam, and polyester batting compressed to loft to 10 inches providing the needed inside out pressure for long-lasting comfort and durabilityVery durableFrame can handle up to 750 pounds of distributed weightFrame arms are solid wood finished with a 7-step precision process for a durable finishFor even and consistent mattress support, the seat and back decks feature a black steel alloy grid styleYou will never feel the barsDimensionsFuton mattress: 54 inches x 75 inches x 10 inches deep Sofa: 32 inches high x 76 inches wide x 37 inches deep Flat: 22 inches high x 76 inches wide x 54 inches deepAssembly required. The product ships in two boxes. Mattress will come vacuum packed in a box. Please allow several days for all fill materials to return to full loft & the casing to smooth itself out.

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