Many points should be considered and carefully examined, in selecting a really good bedroom article, as even an experienced person may easily be mistaken. The features which should be most considered are often overlooked. When buying bedroom goods such as a dresser, chiffonier, dressing table, or a princess dresser, be careful to take time to examine the interior construction as well as the exterior. Some case goods are made for show only, some are made for service, and some with both of these qualities com-bined. Modern case work, especially for the bedroom and dining room, is being made "dust proof" by means of an extra thin partition under each drawer. This prevents dust from accumulating in the drawers. Examine the drawer construction by pulling the drawers out of the case, also look at the slides of the drawers to see that they slide in and out without binding. A good case, well finished, will have the drawers mortised and tenoned and not merely tacked or dovetailed. All of these features do not necessarily mean that the drawer will not bind, as the very best furniture may at times give trouble along that line, especially during a rainy season.

The following hint may be valuable in case a drawer binds so it will not open. Obtain a brace and bit, and bore a hole through the back of the case at either end directly opposite the unruly drawer, using care to not bore into the drawer, since there are two or three inches between the back of the case and the drawer. Insert a round stick first in one hole, then the other, striking it gently with a hammer. The drawer will then be loosened and can be removed and planed off to fit more freely.

It might be here suggested that dents or bruises in furniture may sometimes be drawn out by applying a piece of wet blotter, and letting it lie for several hours on the damaged spot.

In comparing values, consider the length and breadth of a case. If a case is all genuine quartered oak, it is worth more than one that has the top of quartered oak with plain sawed ends. If of solid mahogany, it will cost more than a case with a mahogany top and birch ends. If the interior is mahogany, it will cost more than one with an inside of some other wood. As stated before, the quality determines the price, always, and every piece of wood and nail and glue-joint is accounted for, whether of inferior material or of superior grades; and necessarily the better grades demand a greater price, but the greater length of service repays one for the additional cost.

If there is a mirror on the case which is being selected, consider its size and quality. Get a good American or French plate and do not get a mirror that will distort the reflection. Beveled edge mirrors cost more than those with plain edges. Pull the dresser away from the wall and examine the backing of the mirror and ascertain whether it is pasteboard or nicely finished wood. Some backings of mirrors are put on with small screws or nicely finished tacks, while others are tacked on with light brads, which are not as secure.

Notice whether the mirror frame is attached to the dresser standard by weak hinges, or whether it is fastened by long screws with wooden or metal ends which go through the standard and into the mirror frame, thus insuring better strength and improved appearance.