Today I wanted to share 10 tips for identifying quality furniture, so you know what to look for, what to avoid, and can make informed purchases when it comes to your future furnishings.
The Initial Strength Test
Setup Your Workspace
Apply pressure to the furniture to see if it wobbles, twists, creaks, and is level. If it’s a sofa or chair, you can also sit on it to test the comfort and construction.
Analyze Materials
Real wood pieces can always be sanded and refinished, as opposed to particle board, laminate, composite materials, MDF, or thin plywood.
Investigate the Construction
How a piece of furniture is made is an obvious indication of the quality. Are the drawers easy to use, smooth gliding, or soft close? That’s another great attribute!
Check the Weight
If you think about pressboard or particle board in comparison to solid wood- the better material usually weighs more.
Consider the Cushion Fill
Are the cushions reversible or can they be flipped? This is another positive attribute because the sofa or chair will maintain its shape for a longer period of time, when properly cared for.
Was this post helpful? I could talk about furniture all day long. I hope that wasn’t boring!