Upicko guides
Buying guides & how-tos
Clear, practical advice on sizing, measuring and choosing furniture for every room, so you can buy with confidence.
Chandelier Size Guide: How Big and How High to Hang It
Simple rules for chandelier width, fixture height and hanging height over a dining table, in an entryway and in living rooms and bedrooms.
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How to Choose the Right Sofa Size for Your Living Room
How to measure your room and doorways, compare sofas, loveseats, sectionals and sleepers, and plan the clearances that make a living room work.
Power Lift Recliner vs. Manual Recliner: Which Should You Buy?
How manual, power and power lift recliners differ, how to size a chair to the person using it, and how much room each type needs.
Bathroom Vanity Buying Guide: Sizes, Heights and Measuring Tips
Standard vanity widths, heights and depths, how much space to leave around the sink, and what to check on your plumbing and faucet before you order.
Coffee Table Size Guide: Length, Height and Distance from Sofa
Simple rules for coffee table length, height and placement, plus how to choose a shape and size end tables to match your sofa.
Bed Frame Size Guide: Mattress Sizes and Room Space Needed
Mattress dimensions for every standard bed size, how big your bedroom should be, how much space to leave around the bed and how to choose a frame.
Home Pilates Reformer Buying Guide: Space, Features and Setup
How much room a reformer needs, how foldable and full-size frames compare, what to look for in springs and fit, and how to set up your space.