The Cost of Custom Furniture
Why does custom furniture cost so much?
This may be a question you have asked. Or, you simply make the statement, “custom furniture is expensive!” You’re not alone! So many people have the same question and thought. Whether you have done your research and have seen firsthand the price of custom furniture compared to mass produced or you are just assuming it is more expensive because of the word “custom” in the name, we are going to break it down in this post.
For the sake of us all being on the same page, I am going to assume that we have all assumed that furniture from the store is less expensive than having something custom made. In some cases this is true. However, this is where we need to educate ourselves on more than aesthetics. When looking at a piece of furniture in a store or online, ask yourself these questions:
What type of wood is it?
Is it made out of solid wood?
How is it constructed?
Is it EXACTLY what I want? (The right color, size, design?)
Will it serve me and solve the problem I have?
Do I LOVE it?
How much does it cost?
These are questions you need to ask yourself whether you’re looking in the store, online, or getting quotes for custom furniture. Taking the time to ask these and compare your options will actually help you save money, time and frustration.
Why is custom furniture expensive?
The cost of custom furniture varies greatly depending on multiple factors. What type of wood species is used, the design elements, craftsmanship, construction, and other materials used. The other big factor is the time put into creating and building the furniture. We make sure the quality of your custom piece of furniture is what you are paying for. In contrast, some of the mass produced items have a higher chance of not lasting as long because quality control isn’t as important as aesthetics.
When it comes to working with us on your custom piece of furniture, we will educate you on different types of wood that will work for your project, the design elements, joinery, and function. This all ties in to the look you’re envisioning to tie into your space. We take great care and precision to ensure you are getting a piece of furniture that is high quality, built to last, and one you will love.
We have found that when working with our clients, our prices are comparable to store bought pieces. You can get a quote from us by clicking below!