Check out those carpets of snowdrops - the first signs of spring emerging in ... Mirror.co.uk by Adrian Monti and Judy Yorke, Daily Mirror 3/02/2012 The start of February usually means the appearance of snowdrops, those delicate drooping flowers that are an early indicator that winter's end isn't too far off. In many places across the country, ...
Residents' fury at planned furniture recycling scheme in Ware Hertfordshire Mercury By Priya Gulraj ANGER erupted at a district council meeting after members gave the thumbs up to a furniture recycling scheme in Ware. Homeowners from Hoe Lane walked out in fury when nine councillors at East Herts Council's development control ...
Charity offers to downsize Slough and Windsor Observer Carol Weedon, Chairwoman of the Slough Home Makers, known as the Britwell Furniture project, on Wentworth Avenue, says the charity is willing to give up space in their current premises to any new business. The Furniture Project needs to find new ...
Style and practicality of the hippy hippy Shakers This is Somerset Their name has become synonymous with a whole sphere of design and a unique style of furniture. It would be hard to quantify their influence on the Arts & Crafts movement and the contemporary furniture scene of today, but there are plenty of noteworthy ...
George Clooney's link to Titanic carpets revealed Belfast Telegraph Sarah Clooney, who worked in a small factory in Co Laois, made carpets that were laid in the famous ship that sank on April 15, 1912. As the 100th anniversary of the Titanic disaster approaches this April, George Clooney is set to holiday in Ireland ...
DFS replace suite after arm of chair collapses Sunday Sun GEOFF O'KEEFE was to the point when he asked for my help over a furniture complaint. He told me his three-piece suite from DFS was a disappointment after the frame on an arm of a chair collapsed. Geoff said he had tried to resolve the issue himself but ...
Diamond jubilations for the Queen's antique marquetry furniture Christian Davies Antiques (blog) While the paintings, furniture, tapestries, jewellery, armour, ceramics and other artworks remain the property of the sovereign, no single monarch owns the collection. Instead, it is held in trust for the nation and future successors, managed by the ...
In memory of Mr Wright Yorkshire Post “Again , we found we couldn't just buy off the shelf and it was the same with the curtains and carpets. The curtains cost several thousand pounds and the carpet on the stairs and landing was £12000,” says Nigel. The furniture and soft furnishings threw ...
Leading furniture brand chooses Peterborough for first new showroom opening in ... Peterborough Business (blog) WITH over 70 showrooms nationwide the successful £70m Hammonds Furniture Group next month opens a new 1300 ft² showroom at award-winning Peterborough Garden Park. Richard Hammonds, chairman and grandson of the founder, is personally overseeing the new ...
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Buying Furniture - Top Tips
1. Before embarking on your furniture search look through home shopping and design books and get a clear idea of the kind of furniture you want. Consider size, durability, design, as well as your personal choice and your current interior design scheme.
2. Measure out the space in your home first. Ask for dimensions of the item of furniture that interests you and then make sure it will fit in the space you intend it for. Allow for a few extra inches to account for possible inaccuracies in measuring.
3. Make certain that you get the furniture that you really wanted. Before purchasing any furniture consider how the style and dimension of the item must blend within your current furnishing theme of the room. Doing so will give you satisfaction and gratification on being able to buy the fixture that you need.
4. Consider using computer aided design tools to arrange the furniture you wish to purchase in the rooms and view the effect and colour balance virtually. This will greatly assist you when making a final purchase decision.
5. Ask the seller about the history of the item. How long have they had it? Has it been damaged? Where did they buy it? Ask for dimensions of the furniture.
6. Negotiate a price before you meet with the seller. One common mistake is waiting until you see the item and then offering a much lower price. If the item isn't in the condition that was posted this is a different story. When talking over the phone or by email, confirm the price or what you are willing to pay in advance. This will prevent misunderstandings when you meet the seller in person.
7. Ask for warranty papers/directions/manuals, especially for newer furniture or household items where the seller will probably still have the original paperwork that went with it. If they don't it is fine but it doesn't hurt to ask and it may save you time and money in the future if it gets damaged or has faulty manufacturer workmanship.
8. Buying furniture online is a bit like going on a blind date. Until you see it with your own eyes you don't really know what you're going to get.
9. Check out the item thoroughly before buying. When reviewing the furniture, look it over and test it out thoroughly. If it's a chair, sit in it, turn it over and look at construction, etc. Things to look for include wear and tear, solidity of construction, working parts and loose components. If the seller posted the ad as selling it "As-is" then you are being warned that the current condition is how they are selling it.
10. Do not rush with your purchase. Think twice if this is the furniture item you really need and whether it will match the design and style of your home. You need to analyse and evaluate your needs and make comparisons.
