2007 July

Better course your findings to the shipping factory so as to advise the delivery people on exactly where and how the furniture is to be handled and hauled.

Salespeople are usually juggling among many customers, and their allegiance is to those customers who they think will buy something (customers buying something = more commission for them). After all, why would someone who earns his/her paycheck from commissions devote attention to someone who is simply there to browse and not make an immediate sale? Unfortunately for all, buying furniture is a lot like buying a car in this instance; the people there to “help” you are really just trying to sell you something.

No matter how familiar each and everyones preference to yours, it all ends up to what you really require. However, consider narrowing it down to asking one or two people that have exquisite taste and who are close to you to come accompany you because chances are, they are familiar with what you like and may offer suggestions you may have not thought of before.

Also, if you decide to purchase your furniture via the Internet, it is important to familiarize yourself with that particular furniture store’s return policy in case you need to return the piece so that you are not stuck with something that doesn’t work for you. You wouldn’t want paying for something that gives less value than what you’ve bargained for.

2. Not Measuring the Space. Remember this. Stores arrange their models in such a way that they are enticing to the shoppers. Now it doesn’t always mean that if the furniture appear perfect at the showroom it will be also appear the same way in your office. As indicated above, measuring will save you time and money as well. Reduce the risk of buying furniture that eventually won’t fit even through the door. Best to take a measuring tape and start gauging the exact area dimensions. Write them down. Now after all the measurements have been done and your still indecisive, envision how exactly you would like things to turn out and draw them on paper. This will give you a sketch which you can show the salespeople and help you reach a wise decision.

Office furniture can make or break an office. For example, a workplace with high quality office chairs and desks speak of progressive and goal oriented employees. On the other hand, bland and worn out furniture pieces tell of a lethargic environment. However you look at it, office furniture does exude the life of its occupants. When selecting pieces for the office, one must be discerning.