What's your favourite thing in your house which you bought?

10 years ago

I just launched a online lighting store and want to branch out into home decor and furniture. Please help me out, let me know what furniture and home decor products I should launch with?

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Darzy

10 years ago

clean lined, mid century modern style furniture would be good. A lot of chain furniture stores only carry overstuffed recliners and sofa. Stylish accessories that are artsy would be a breath of fresh air too.

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Wilson Swan
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10 years ago
You thinking something along these lines?
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Darzy
10 years ago
Yes, unique furnishings and accessories that feel more like art. Good luck with your new venture!
armygirl1987
10 years ago
Love the chair
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10 years ago
Wilson, the sky is the limit on what to launch with. Just be happy with what you start out with in case it doesn't move; in which case it just became 'yours'.

Classic pieces; that would fit a variety of styles and periods; would be a good bet. Know that you can't please everyone; don't try. Strike out on your own style; let it show through. Versatile multifunction items perhaps.
jh77
10 years ago
What concerns me about buying furniture on-line is that I can't try it out to see if it is comfortable and if it fits me , which for me is a crucial quality in furniture (I'm taller, shorter chairs aren't a good fit). I also don't like not being able to assess the quality. I'm not a big fan of on-line furniture retailers for that reason and probably would not use one. So research the market, and especially the price point at which people will buy on-line. I suspect younger people are more apt to buy furniture that is reasonably priced on-line. Include all measurements (including seat height on chairs) and have a review/comment section so people can see how the folks who have bought furniture like both quality and the delivery service.
Curt D'Onofrio
10 years ago
I need to feel the furnitures weight before i buy. I can tell by feel what the furniture is made of...don't like that laminated particle/press board...can't 'feel' online
cynamonc
9 years ago
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I hate clutter and love modern style with function. The furniture pieces that I like most in my house are ones that are not only beautiful but also provide storage. I live in Florida and most homes lack storage, so anything that is beautiful and functional with added storage is much loved. Such as a leather ottoman that has a built in storage for shoes inside. Our coffee table that has three large drawers for holding magazines, remotes, books, photos albums. I love our hallway arrival center that provides a place for hanging coats, bins for shoes, shelves for backpacks & purses, a charging station for electronics, and cabinets for beach towels and sunscreen. It also looks great too.
cinderellaslipper
9 years ago
Try sourcing properly made artisan pieces, for instance, real wicker baskets made from stuff which will last for years, not the mass produced foreign imports, a friend did this with children's clothing & toys, and was in business on the net successfully 30 years ago, it's bringing hand made quality back into the limelight..artists & craftsmen are undervalued in this age of consumerism.
westcorkfarmhouse
8 years ago
My favourite things by far that I have bought are 2 prints by the Irish artist "Rasher" Mark Kavanagh, one about ten years ago and one last year. Could your online store 'stock' either original artwork or good quality prints? You could become a conduit for artists showcasing and selling their work - something they themselves might not have the time or skillset to do themselves. And you wouldn't be required to pre-buy lots of stock.

I'm currently looking for light fittings for my renovated kitchen and I'm finding it a nightmare - either prices are prohibitive or the stockist doesn't deliver to Ireland. Best of luck with your venture!

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