I ordered a 2-piece sectional sofa 15 weeks ago, and it was supposed to be delivered in 8-10 weeks. Half of it was delivered at 8 weeks, the other half is still missing. How much should I ask for in compensation as the delivery gets later and later, and what's the best way to handle asking for such compensation?
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posted by vytae
on Mar 24, 2013 -
15 answers
We are moving into our first flat! Hooray! However, it is unfurnished, so we need to buy us some furniture - specifically, a good sofa and a good dining/gaming table. If we go Ikea, what's the sweet spot between price and durability?
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posted by mippy
on Mar 8, 2013 -
39 answers
How to go about buying furniture in Bali (Indonesia) and getting it to Sydney (Australia)?
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posted by vidur
on Nov 6, 2011 -
5 answers
I need to furnish a house for myself, my wife and two small kids. We have zero furniture right now. We will only be in this house for a year until we eventually buy a house. Without knowing the space that we will eventually end up in, I am not sure if I should make big investments in couches, entertainment centers, etc. I need to do this as quickly as possible. Should I buy what I really want or should I just buy cheap stuff for now? Either way, what's the easiest way to do this without running around like a mad man? I am going to have to pull this off without any help. Should I just walk into Ikea with a shopping list? Can I have all of this stuff delivered? We are in Austin if it matters.
posted by jasondigitized
on Sep 19, 2011 -
26 answers
Where in London can one find a decent market with second-hand furniture? Hopefully in the N-something postcode areas (Golders Green and Finchley Rd would be perfect).
Thank you!
posted by noztran
on Aug 30, 2011 -
4 answers
Looking for furniture store that offers practical, novel and multipurpose furniture (and other household items) in Seattle.
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posted by 7life
on Jul 9, 2010 -
2 answers
I need an antique (or sufficiently vintage-y-antiqu-y styled) trunk for my living room. Problem: every piece I've seen to has been too big, too worn, too ugly, or too expensive. Where would I find stores/markets/fairs/dealers in the NYC metro area that might carry such trunks? I got a zipcar, so I can tool around the tri-state area. Insanely detailed requirements follow.
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posted by The Whelk
on Jun 8, 2009 -
8 answers
Chicago Furniture: is there a western suburbs equivalent to Lincoln Park's Roy's Furniture (i.e. middle-quality, multiple-maufacturer, custom order)?
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posted by AgentRocket
on Mar 20, 2009 -
1 answer
$50 at goodwill, $1500 bucks new - isn't there a middle ground for buying couches?
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posted by nadawi
on Dec 29, 2008 -
29 answers
Shopping filter: Seeking a very simple maple or oak bar stool, about 30" high, with a square or rectangular top. Preferably solid wood, but good quality composite material is ok. Must have flat top... we plan to use it as a bedside table.
This stool at target.com is the perfect shape and size, but the wrong color. I need a warm-toned maple, oak, ash. I've already looked at many retail sites... ikea, overstock, pottery bran, west elm. Any suggestions? We would prefer to order within the U.S. to save on shipping.
posted by valannc
on Aug 7, 2008 -
8 answers
I have family visiting me in Durham, NC this weekend to buy furniture. Where are the best places to go?
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posted by philmas
on Jun 23, 2008 -
2 answers
I am looking for sites that specialize in atypical (not chinese or japanese) ethnic decor, furniture and/or art. Think: Turkish, Moroccan, or Indian home decor.
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posted by hazyspring
on Mar 25, 2008 -
2 answers
So, I'm relocating to a small (30,000 people) high-culture town in about a week. I'm also starting over from scratch on furniture, and want to outfit a one bedroom apartment nicely. So, I'm looking for both your apartment neat tricks -and- your favorite online furniture seller.
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posted by lilithim
on Aug 3, 2007 -
13 answers
Where are the best places to buy moderately priced (and new) furniture in New York besides Ikea?
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posted by huskerdont
on Aug 10, 2006 -
9 answers
Help me choose a cheap IKEA (or similar) couch without actually sitting on it first.
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posted by shaun
on Jul 30, 2006 -
17 answers
My husband and I have just moved into an unfurnished house in Dublin, Ireland and we want to kit the place out as quickly as possible. But antique shops are incredibly expensive, and most furniture suppliers seem to take ages to deliver. Does anyone have any ideas as to how we can move this along?
posted by Mrs.Doyle
on May 9, 2006 -
13 answers
I'm moving into a new apartment this week, and it's pretty small by most standards. Does anyone have any decorating tips for tiny apartments (studios in particular), and suggestions for cheap places to get a new bed and other necessities?
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posted by Kellydamnit
on Jun 2, 2005 -
18 answers
I'm moving into a new place and beginning the search for furniture. Anyone have any favorite sources of good deals on good furniture in LA? How close to a gigantic selection of good quality/looking stuff at garage-sale prices can one get in this city?
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posted by sirion
on Mar 25, 2005 -
11 answers
