Shopping for upscale consignment furniture is a wonderful way to furnish your home with high-quality furniture without breaking the bank. It doesn’t occur to a lot of people to shop at consignment shops for upscale furniture, so we’re giving you some tips and tricks on how to seek out the best pieces for your home.
Create a Vision
Usually when furniture shopping, you know what you’re looking for. If you’re redoing your living room, for example, you may be in the market for a new couch, some accent chairs, or a coffee table. Before you start shopping for upscale consignment furniture, make a mental (or physical!) list of what you’re looking for. This will help make the shopping process easy and keep your vision on track!
Check In Often
One of the best reasons to shop upscale consignment furniture is that consignment stores’ inventory is always changing. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t find what you’re looking for on the first visit. Every day, people drop off high-quality items they no longer need or want in their homes, so it’s important to check in often. We suggest checking in on the weekends for the best inventory of upscale consignment furniture because people are often more likely to be cleaning out and dropping off their unwanted items when they’re not working.
Test for Quality
Upscale furniture found in consignment shops is usually still in great condition. We at Turn Style only offer furniture that’s still in great condition. That being said, it’s always a good idea when shopping for upscale consignment furniture to do your own quality check. Here are a few things to look for:
- Quality of upholstery: Look for any tears or rips in the fabric that you wouldn’t want to either live with or get repaired. Upholstery wears with age, but if you look at it as a fun project, reupholstering can actually be quite easy!
- State of wood: Since consignment furniture has already been used, there can sometimes be marks and scratches in old wood. Some can be buffed out or redone, but definitely make sure any wear and tear is just cosmetic and not a structural issue.
- Cleanliness: The level of cleanliness in upscale consignment furniture is probably the easiest thing to fix in your new pieces. Just be wary of any yellowing or discoloration due to things like water damage or mildew.
- Brand check: Certain brands are better known for their long-lasting quality than others. Most upscale consignment furniture we carry still has its brand stamp or tag intact. A quick Google search can usually tell you if the brand is reputable.
Do Some Research
Doing a little online research is smart when shopping for upscale consignment furniture. Not only will you learn more about the quality of the furniture from certain brands, but you’ll also be able to compare prices and find out how much you’re saving by shopping consignment!
Shop Upscale Consignment Furniture at Turn Style
Turn Style offers an ever-changing variety of upscale consignment furniture, perfect for your home. Stop by your favorite Turn Style location to find your perfect pieces today!
