12 tips for buying good furniture

Furniture on my list has never been a priority. When I was in my twenties, I used my roommate's sofa and fell asleep on the mattress that my parents passed to me. But when I moved out of the state, I had to go to the new home. It took me six months to find furniture in every furniture store and flea market around 50 miles.

Now, I am looking for a new sofa and a pair of chaires in the market, so I went back to the furniture buying game. However, this time I am not looking for a fair price, but looking for good quality. I have talked to furniture sales representatives, interior designers and even furniture craftsmen. Here is how I learned how to get good quality and good price.

What to look for

1. Understand the type of wood in the furniture. There are three types of wood:

(1) Solid wood furniture is usually more expensive than other types of wood and looks good, but it is prone to scratches and water marks.

(2) Plywood is made of cheap wood and covers a few thin and good quality wooden boards. Because the intermediate material is low, the plywood is not as expensive as solid wood.

(3) Particleboard and composite wood are combined by the residue of furniture industry such as wood pulp, plastics and resin. This is the cheapest wood type of furniture, but it won't take decades.

2. Check the drawers and cabinets. Open drawers and cabinets, making sure all drawers are pulled out, the pins are normal, and the closure is smooth. Make sure the cabinet door can be opened and kept in the open position and can be closed securely. Check the door handles and knobs. They should fit snugly and cannot be shaken or turned.

3. Avoid nails and glue. Look at the wood connections at the ends and corners. It is best not to use glue or nail connections. Knowing some of the knowledge of woodworking, this connection is more secure and light. You can look for articles like "Basic Woodworking Connection Structure" from the Woodworking Magazine and look at the image examples.

4. Think about your lifestyle. Your lifestyle will determine the color and fabric of your choice. For example: I have a large, very naughty dog ​​crawling on the furniture. If I buy a white sheepskin sofa, it will be torn and soiled in a few minutes. If you have children or pets, stick to dark and stain-resistant linen or tweed.

? 5, according to the reality of the choice of color. Once I bought an orange corduroy armchair at a furniture outlet. At the same time, my house is decorated in orange, blue and white, I think I will love these colors forever. The result is that "forever" is only one year. I felt very sick, then I sold a bright orange chair (part of the one I bought). I learned from my mistakes: insist on choosing neutral colors for large and expensive main furniture. Decorative accessories retain bold colors.

6. Check the legs of the furniture. The legs must be of sufficient weight, wooden, and attached to the sofa or chair frame not connected by nails. Plastic, rubber or metal legs not only look bad, but also scratch your floor, it is best not to. It is also best not to buy furniture with nails attached to the legs. If you spend more than $1,000 on the couch, look for a sofa with five legs in the middle. This provides extra support that you can't find on a cheap couch.

7. Check the spring. If you like a solid sofa, look for a traditional coil spring. If you want a softer one, choose a zigzag coil spring. Before you buy, take the sofa cushion and press down on the sofa. The spring should be bounced off immediately after being pressed.

Coil spring

8. Test the liner. Look for a sofa cushion that can be removed and can be paired with a sofa on both sides. A strong liner can last a long time over time. Sofa cushions that can be used on both sides are more expensive than plain white or brown on the one side of the pattern, but they last longer and are more wearable. You can flip them once every few months. The detachable pad is also easy to clean.

How to spend less money to buy

9. At the right time, take the shot. The price of furniture is fluctuating all year round. You can make a good deal on Memorial Day (Death Day, every state, usually May 30th) and Veterans Day (Veterans Day, November 11th). If you want more favorable, then you have to wait for American Independence Day or Christmas.

10. Do not exclude second-hand furniture. As long as you carefully check, you will make a good deal in second-hand furniture. Not only do you have to see if there are any cracks, stains, breakages, water marks or scratches, but you should also take a look at the sofa and the chair for stains. As long as time permits, sit as much as possible to check its fixability and comfort.

11, do not have to spend all the money to buy. Although I never recommend a dirty sofa from the side of the road, you will still be amazed at how good some free furniture is. For example: I recently got a free (and really beautiful) table from Freecycle. The Craigslist website has a free section. Don't forget to remember your friends or your family. When they are tired of something, they may be willing to give it to you.

12, bargaining. Some people like to negotiate, but I am not good at bargaining. This makes me feel very uncomfortable. I am more willing to wait for it to cut prices than to bargain with sales staff. But when buying cars and furniture, bargaining is crucial. The home has a lot of profit, so the furniture store has a lot of bargaining space. According to my experience, they will be discounted as long as you ask?

If this doesn't work, ask for extras: free pillows, free shipping, and free installation.

(Compile: Xiao Xiaozhuang VIA: money.msn.com )

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