Dear Jon,
How do I know what's real and what's window dressing? Upholstered furniture confuses me. Can you help me navigate the murky waters?
Confused
Dear Confused-
Like any other product, the quality of upholstered furniture can vary greatly from manufacturer to manufacturer; but there are a few guidelines to help you in your shopping.
One of the easiest to identify is weight. A piece should feel heavy for its size. This indicates a hard wood has been used for its frame; and spring construction is from a heavy gauge metal.
Also look for attention to detail in the upholstery. Seams should be tight and straight, cushions should fit snugly, pleats (when present) should be all the same size and evenly spaced and welting should be straight and even.
Patterns in fabric should be perfectly matched and aligned and the overall quality of the fabric is also a good indicator of the product quality.
If the piece has tufting, they too should be evenly spaced and the same tightness and depth. Exposed wood should be smooth and evenly finished.
Jon
Have a design dilemma? Jon LaDosz, the lead designer at Furniture Affair is here to help.
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