It’s easy to fall for a sofa in a showroom, but knowing whether it will actually fit your living room takes a little preparation. Before your private furniture shopping tour, there are a few things to prepare that will better help you judge the pieces you see.
Here are a few things worth gathering before your tour:
- Room measurements: Measure the room and the furniture you plan to keep. Mark any doors and windows on a rough sketch so we can see how much space you have for new pieces.
- Photos of your space: Take a few pictures showing the walls, floors, and existing furniture. If the room opens into another area, photograph that too, to illustrate how the spaces connect.
- Fabric and finish samples: If you have a curtain swatch, paint sample, or fabric from an existing chair, bring it along to make for more accurate matching.
- A short wish list: Separate the pieces you need from those you’d simply like to have. Note your budget, too, so an appealing extra doesn’t use up money intended for something essential.
During your private furniture shopping tour, we’ll refer back to these materials as you compare options. It’s always important to check dimensions rather than relying on how large something looks in a spacious showroom. Take notes about any pieces you like so you can review them later.
At High Point Furniture Shopping Tours, we plan visits around your preferences and furnishing needs. Contact us to discuss a private furniture shopping tour and ask what information to send ahead. Sharing those details gives us a useful starting point for planning your showroom stops.