Shopping for furniture can be a major challenge, especially if you're relying on online pictures alone to make your purchase. We've all been there - you see a nice couch or table online but when it arrives at your home it's suddenly too small, the wrong colour, or doesn't fit the style you envisioned. How do you avoid this common furniture shopping pitfall? Here are 5 tips to better visualise pieces when buying furniture online:
1. Understand dimensions.
Furniture retailers provide dimensions like height, width and depth. But what does W58"xD32"H30" really look like? Grab a tape measure and map out the dimensions on the floor of the room you plan to put the furniture. This spatial exercise can give you a better sense of size.
2. Examine from all angles.
Look for furniture images that provide front, side and back views - not just pretty pictorials. Zoom in on the details and scrutinize the images to get a true sense of the colour, texture and styling.
3. Read the reviews.
Don't just look at the overall product rating. Carefully read user reviews that talk about scale, colour accuracy, and quality of materials. People will often upload pictures of pieces they've purchased which helps with visualisation.
4. Ask about samples.
Many retailers can send fabric swatches or wood finish samples if you ask. Seeing and feeling the materials can help you better judge furniture you're eyeing online.
5. Use AR tools.
If available, use augmented reality tools that let you see 3D renderings of furniture models overlaid in your actual living space. The spatial context helps you quickly evaluate size, style and fit.
Online furniture shopping requires a bit more work to properly visualise pieces, but using these handy tips will help ensure your purchase looks as good in your home as it did on your screen.
Let us know if you need any other advice for buying furniture online! Get in contact at customercare@nerolifurnishings.co.uk