40% Off For Durable Hunter Storage Benches August 3, 2008
Posted by Vedis The Home Lover in : Furniture Shopping , add a comment
Wood has always been my choice when it comes to furniture shopping. I guess it’s because of its natural aroma and durability.
The first time I set my eyes on this Hunter Storage Bench, I fell in love with it. I am sure you will agree with me that it looks graceful and elegant.
This bench is made of rubberwood, a tropical hardwood descendent from the Maple family. It can be placed anywhere in your home.
The best part I love about this Hunter Storage Bench is that its convenient split seat allows you to access the inside storage compartment, even if someone is sitting on the other side of the bench.
Guess what I throw into the storage compartment? All my sweaters, magazines, blankets, old printers and more!
10 Tips For Buying Wood Furniture February 5, 2008
Posted by Vedis The Home Lover in : Furniture Shopping , add a commentHow good is that desk or bookcase you’re thinking of buying? How can you tell if the construction is sound, the drawers will work, the hardware is durable?
1. Feel the weight of drawers and doors. High-quality furniture has a sense of weight, scale and solidity to it.
2. Large cabinets, entertainment centers or sideboards should have leveling devices in the base. Keeping big items level is important because otherwise doors tend to stick.
3. There should be sash locks (metal latches) under the table leaves and table top.
4. When you buy wood furniture, drawers should work smoothly and should not bind when extended.
5. Drawer interiors should be smooth to the touch, sanded and sealed.
6. Glass shelves should be at least 3/8 inches thick and have plate grooves.
7. Better-end display and china cabinets should have halogen lighting, line switches and rheostats. (more…)
