Redecorating your home or upgrading out-dated furniture can be fun, but it can also be expensive if you don’t know how to shop furniture stores. And if you end up with a low quality piece that falls apart after a short period of time, you can really wind up with a big hole in your pocket. Luckily, these money saving tips can help you get a great deal and a perfect new piece. So, the next time you shop at the furniture stores make sure to use them to save money and get the home decor trends you want.

How to Save Money Shopping at Furniture Stores

Shop from wholesale furniture stores

Gone are the days, when wholesalers were not eager to sell to the average person. In fact, now they are more than willing to do so. Call them and check if you can buy directly from them, especially if you are buying a few different pieces. Make sure to negotiate the same way you would at any home furnishings store.

Shop from retailers that have clearance sales

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Consider self assembly bedroom furniture

Self assembly bedroom furniture provides a cost effective solution to those wanting inexpensive yet highly fashionable furniture. Not only it is cheaper and easier to transport but also simpler to get into houses that have tight access through narrow doors or staircases. Check online stores such as IKEA for great deals as they are the pioneers of self assembly furniture in handy packs.

Use neutral colors for large furniture pieces

You might love bolder colors such as red or orange, but fewer people in the world prefer them over white, brown, grey etc. Due to lesser demand, the moment you get into larger pieces and bolder color palettes, the price increases. However, this does not mean that you cannot incorporate your preferred palette into your color scheme in order to save money on furniture. Instead, add a splash of color in accessories like throw pillows, lamps, or a rug.

Furniture Store Tips from Money.com

Here’s some tips from Time to consider before furniture shopping:

• Arm yourself with knowledge before visiting the store (measurements, comparison stores, colors you like, brands, etc..)
• Expect to haggle for pricing
• Discuss delivery pricing up front
• Financing – If you need to finance know all of the pros and cons before you sign

Save money with a sofa bed

You can really save a lot when you opt for a double duty sofa bed. While it’s a practical piece of furniture on one hand, it also helps to save a lot of space where it’s an issue. You can use it as a sofa during the day and a bed by the night. In fact, it’s an unavoidable component of modern living homes. Just make sure to pick a quality piece so that you don’t have to spend a lot on repairs due to excessive usage.

These tips should help you buy furniture that not only saves you money but also looks good and comfortable. Also, make sure to compare all-in shipping prices. The lower the delivery costs, the more you will save.

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