A short list of the best U.S. leather furniture makers would include: Hancock & Moore LeatherCraft Classic Leather Whittemore Sherrill Bradington Young American Leather Temple Furniture For more information about high end leather furniture check…
There are a few high end furniture manufacturers who sell direct to consumers through their online websites. In general, the best way to save money is to purchase used furniture. Yard sales can result in…
The most economic way to buy good quality furniture is to shop garage and estate sales locally. To get the best price it is strongly advised that you arrange a way to transport the furniture…
Some pieces arrive unassembled. Most arrive fully assembled. Wayfair’s product description will let you know which is which. It will also let you know whether or not the delivery charges includes assembly. Know someone who…
I was a buyer for a major furniture retail chain many years ago. The standard practice was to price each individual piece very high. The complete set was then priced at the normal markup. This…
The real problem isn’t cutting up old furniture. The bigger problem is cutting up new, expensive furniture. Thousands of people live in brownstones, row houses or other homes built prior to the institution of building…
“Robotic Furniture” refers to shape shifting furniture on a movable track system. Robotic furniture takes advantage of space in the room that normally cannot be used by conventional furnishings. This can include ceilings, walls, and other…
Furniture stores are used to dealing with this question and will give some help, but they will not always be correct. I have found that moving companies are usually more expert at knowing how to…
The answer to this question depends on a wide variety of variables including: Where the reupholsterer’s shop is located. (New York City or Los Angeles can cost significantly more than North Carolina.) The skill and…
There are thousands of different Microfiber fabrics available. In general they are: Soft Extremely durable Highly stain-resistant Cheap. The vast majority of microfiber fabrics are currently made from 100% polyester fibers. They can also be…
Question: Can you recommend a good quality affordable sofa for me to buy? –Diane July 16, 2022 Answer: Check out my blog article: Sofa Durability vs. Cost: How to Buy a Long-Lasting Affordable Couch. The…
The best way to save money is to buy heirloom quality used furniture at estate sales, flea markets, consignment shops or retailers specializing in used furniture. If you have the time and skills to do…
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