I recently felt like I missed a bunch of opportunities for some business. We recently relocated to Philadelphia, after we got all moved in, there were other tenants moving in to the building as well. Over the past few weeks, I have seen quite a few large package deliveries for the building; things from West Elm, Pottery Barn, Wayfarer and Amazon. These were all large packages often labeled with whats inside: side tables, coffee tables, lamps, book shelves and several bed frames. As I see these things being delivered, I feel a sense of loss, these are all things I (or any furniture maker) can make. With that in mind, I decided to write down my thoughts and attempt to share them with the world. Here are 4 reasons to buy custom furniture
Better Quality
When you buy furniture from a custom furniture maker, often times the wood and other materials are better than the materials being used in furniture from a large furniture company, online store or big box store.
One of a kind
With custom furniture, its just that: Custom. It can be designed to fit or define your style or space. You can have something designed that no one else in the world has. On the flip side, you can also get something made that matches or replicates something you’ve seen somewhere. Best of all, you know its made here in the U.S.A and not overseas.
Investment
Get more for your money. Well-made custom furniture made with quality materials is an investment, and can be more affordable than you think. The furniture will last a long time and become family heirlooms. Your kids will thank you when they grow up.
Support Small Businesses:
Need i say more? Makers, Artists, Creators, Designers, Craftsperson, Entrepreneurs, Small Business Owners; whatever you want to call them are all trying to make a living buy providing quality products and services to their customers. Small Businesses help keep the local economy strong and they provide jobs with amazing job satisfaction.
Now that you know, when you are shopping for furniture, don’t overlook your local furniture maker. Feel free to reach out on the website through the contact page, Instagram, Facebook or through google to talk about a potential piece of furniture and get a quote.