Furniture business

Everyone enjoys a comfortably furnished home where everything is just the way they want it and today, more than ever before, it is possible to have just what you want. Thanks to new materials, construction and styles, consumers can find an almost unlimited range of furniture in every style and price range. As with any investment, however, it pays to keep some basic facts in mind before you begin shopping for furniture. The purpose of this booklet is to provide you, the consumer, with basic information and guidelines so you can have the most enjoyment and the most value for your furniture dollar.

Plan Before You Buy. A good way to save time, money and the risk of disappointment is to keep some basic points of furniture buying in mind both before and when you shop. Know what you need. Consider your needs carefully. Whether you are furnishing a room, an entire home or simply buying a single item of furniture, decide just what you need and how long you will need it. For example, do you need short term furniture such as a baby crib that will soon be outgrown, or do you need long term furniture such as a table or chest of drawers to be used for many years Keeping your needs in mind will help you save time and money when you begin to shop. Know how it will be used Knowing how furniture will be used, and by whom, is important in deciding what style, construction and material are best for you.

For example, single persons and older couples may select styles and fabrics that would not be a wise choice for a couple with young children and a family pet. Your furniture use is an important factor in deciding what to buy. Know how much space you have. The size of the rooms you are furnishing is an important element in selecting every item for your home. It is a good idea to draw up a floor plan of your home and sketch in different sizes and arrangements of furniture to see how you can make the best use of the space you have. In planning your furniture size, keep in mind the width of stairs, halls and doorways. Many newer houses and apartments have rooms smaller than you may be used to and it is important to select furniture that can easily be moved in and around rooms and hallways. In determining size, keep in mind that you may move.