How to choose bedroom furniture for teenagers
The best teen bedroom furniture is the set they will not outgrow in two years. Skip anything themed, choose a finish that works with changing tastes, and buy the largest bed the room can comfortably hold. A well-chosen teen bedroom set can easily last through high school, college breaks, and a first apartment. The same advice applies to tween bedroom furniture: a nine to twelve year old is only a few years from wanting a more grown-up room, so it pays to buy for the teenager they are about to become.
Twin, full, or queen: what size bed does a teenager need?
- Twin (38 x 75 inches). Best for small or shared rooms and younger kids. Many teens find a twin tight once they hit a growth spurt.
- Full (54 x 75 inches). The most popular size for teen bedroom sets. It gives real room to sprawl without taking over the floor, and fits well in rooms around 10 by 10 feet.
- Queen (60 x 80 inches). The best long-term choice if the room allows, especially for tall teens, since it adds five inches of length.
Most of our sets let you choose the bed size on the product page, so you can match the same look to the room you have.
Teen bedroom furniture for small rooms
When floor space is limited, make the bed do more. Storage beds build drawers into the footboard or side rails and can replace a chest entirely. Bookcase beds put shelving in the headboard, which frees up wall space and gives a teen somewhere to charge a phone and keep books. A tall chest holds almost as much as a wide dresser in half the footprint. Leave about two feet of walking space beside the bed, and check that drawers and closet doors can open fully.
Teen boy and teen girl bedroom sets
Any finish can work for anyone, but some styles are consistent favorites. Shoppers looking for a teen boy bedroom set often choose darker and wood-tone finishes with clean lines, such as the Derekson with side storage drawers, the black Belachime and Huey Vineyard, the modern Drystan, or the navy blue Simmenfort. White teen bedroom sets are the top choice for teen girl bedroom furniture, including the Shawburn, Anarasia, Paxberry, and Gerridan. For a neutral look that suits any room, the gray Frandern comes in panel, bookcase, and storage versions, and the Lodanna adds an upholstered headboard with storage drawers.
Add a desk, vanity, or more storage
Teens need somewhere to do homework and get ready. Pair any set with one of our desks and vanities to complete the room. Bedroom sets do not include a mattress, so add one from our mattresses. You can also shop kids and teens beds on their own, browse all kids and teens furniture, or see our full range of bedroom sets for more queen and king options.
Teen bedroom set FAQ
What is the best bedroom set for a teenager?
One with a full or queen bed, a neutral finish, and enough storage for a growing wardrobe. A bed, dresser, mirror, and nightstand covers most needs. Add a chest if closet space is limited, and choose a storage or bookcase bed for a small room.
What size bed is best for a teenager?
A full size bed is the most popular choice for teens because it is roomy without crowding the bedroom. Choose a queen if the room is at least 10 by 10 feet or your teen is tall, and a twin only when space is very limited.
What comes in a teen bedroom set?
A bed plus some combination of a dresser, mirror, nightstand, chest, or bookcase. Note that the bed is counted by its parts, so the headboard, footboard, and rails may count as two or three pieces. The product page lists exactly what is included.
Do you have teen bedroom sets with a desk or vanity?
Our sets focus on the bed and storage pieces, and you can add a matching or coordinating desk or vanity from our desks and vanities collection. This lets you choose the desk size that fits the room.
What is the difference between tween and teen bedroom furniture?
There is no difference in the furniture itself. Tween usually means ages nine to twelve, and the smartest tween bedroom furniture is simply a teen set bought a few years early, so it does not need replacing.
How much does a teen bedroom set cost?
Our teen and kids bedroom sets start under $500 for a simple twin or full set and go to about $3,000 for a large set with a storage bed and multiple case pieces. Most full size teen bedroom sets fall between $750 and $1,300 on sale.
Is a mattress included?
No. Bedroom sets include the furniture only. Mattresses and foundations are sold separately.
How long does delivery take?
Every set shows a live estimated arrival window based on the manufacturer's current inventory. In-stock sets typically arrive within a couple of weeks, and backordered sets are clearly labeled with their expected timeframe.