• 10 to 15 years for sofas/beds; longer for quality wood pieces. • Ultimate lifespan depends on the frequency and type of care
• Focus on quality and functionality, not just the price tag • MDF Laminated Sheet (cherry, mahogany, oak) offers the best value • Address basic needs first: Office Tables & Chairs.
• New furniture is recommended for showpieces in main rooms • New furniture comes with guarantees/without potential issues • Consider used furniture for short-term or temporary purposes
• This depends on the quality and condition of the existing wood • Reupholstering is economical and can extend the life of the piece • Reupholstering is a good option for antique or one-of-a-kind items
• Avoid this possibility by measuring room dimensions, door frame widths • Draw a plan of the room (to scale) – include locations of doors/windows • Go shopping with photos of other furniture that will remain in that room
• Mixing-and-matching styles, patterns, or colours will work (within reason) • Adding selected accessories can mix styles in a non-overpowering manner • Having different office rooms tables & chairs are currently one of the more popular ways to blend unlike styles