From time to time you may be looking for a special piece of furniture, and you just can’t find it on the showroom floor. Special ordering is always an option, it’s fun, and it can be easier than you think. At Olinde’s we have gone out of our way to make the process of special ordering as simple as possible.
Here are some tips to ensure your success when thinking about a special order.
1) Bring any color samples, wood chips, and fabrics that you may have into the store with you. This will help us coordinate your special order with your room. Bring a picture of your room if you have one
2) Does this piece of furniture need to fit in a tight space? Many times this is the reason for a special order. If that’s the case, please bring the exact measurements in with you to ensure the piece will fit where it belongs.
3) If you’re ordering upholstery, ask your sales person to show you another set by the same manufacturer. That way you can sit in it, and get an idea of what your special order will feel like when it arrives. Are you ordering a wood set? No problem. Ask your sales person to show you a few examples of the company’s quality construction and finishes.
4) Remember that order time vary by manufacturer. So the sooner you can come in and let us know what you are looking for, the better off you are.
5) Your sales person is your personal guide through the special ordering process. Let them know about any design ideas or special plans you have for your furniture. Ask them for their recommendations on brand, materials and construction to ensure you receive furniture that is right for you.
The most important thing to know about special ordering through Olinde’s Furniture is that we do not charge any additional special order fees, shipping charges or custom ordering markup. This is very important when determining whether or not to special order.
Special ordering is fun, and a chance for you to show off your individual style. Let us help make your next special order everything it can be.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Choosing The Perfect Recliner
Everyone deserves the right to relax after a hard day’s work, and few things are as comforting as knowing the perfect recliner is waiting for you at home. There is a recliner designed for every size and shape person so that every individual can find the right one for them.
Here are some basic guidelines for choosing a recliner:
1) The first step is always to sit in it. Think of it like buying a pair of shoes: you wouldn’t buy a pair of shoes without trying them on, and the same is true for a recliner. Sit down, get comfortable, and see how it feels.
2) Once you’re sitting down, and comfortable, ask yourself the following questions: Does the recliner support the back of my head? Do my feet touch the floor? How deep is the seat: does it make me sit too far back or too straight? How do the arm rests feel? Are they too high or low? These questions can help you find the perfect chair.
3) Now that you found a chair that is comfortable to you, its time to recline. Keep in mind that for most people they will spend more time reclined in their chair than sitting up. Check to see if it reclines far enough for you, if the ottoman is long enough and if you are still comfortable reclined.
4) Think about the features you may want on your chair. Would you rather a chair that has a handle to recline or one that looks more like a regular chair? Do you want a stationary recliner, or one that rocks? The new glider recliners use a more natural movement to rock, and are very popular with new and expecting mothers. Would you like a swivel on the base of your recliner so you can turn to look at TV or talk to someone else in the room? All of these options and more are available.
The number one question I get asked about recliners is “Do they make any recliners that don’t look like a recliner?” The answer is “Absolutely!” Even though the overstuffed, traditional looking recliners are still popular, there are many more options. Today’s recliners are designed to be both comfortable, and to fit in with your individual style. From traditional Queen Anne wingbacks, to sleek and modern chairs, many of the recliners we offer look just like normal chairs, and if you didn’t know they could recline, you would never guess.
Also, custom orders in special fabrics are a snap! There is no reason your new recliner should not match your room, your style and your life perfectly.
If you think you deserve a new recliner, let us help you find the perfect one for you.
Here are some basic guidelines for choosing a recliner:
1) The first step is always to sit in it. Think of it like buying a pair of shoes: you wouldn’t buy a pair of shoes without trying them on, and the same is true for a recliner. Sit down, get comfortable, and see how it feels.
2) Once you’re sitting down, and comfortable, ask yourself the following questions: Does the recliner support the back of my head? Do my feet touch the floor? How deep is the seat: does it make me sit too far back or too straight? How do the arm rests feel? Are they too high or low? These questions can help you find the perfect chair.
3) Now that you found a chair that is comfortable to you, its time to recline. Keep in mind that for most people they will spend more time reclined in their chair than sitting up. Check to see if it reclines far enough for you, if the ottoman is long enough and if you are still comfortable reclined.
4) Think about the features you may want on your chair. Would you rather a chair that has a handle to recline or one that looks more like a regular chair? Do you want a stationary recliner, or one that rocks? The new glider recliners use a more natural movement to rock, and are very popular with new and expecting mothers. Would you like a swivel on the base of your recliner so you can turn to look at TV or talk to someone else in the room? All of these options and more are available.
The number one question I get asked about recliners is “Do they make any recliners that don’t look like a recliner?” The answer is “Absolutely!” Even though the overstuffed, traditional looking recliners are still popular, there are many more options. Today’s recliners are designed to be both comfortable, and to fit in with your individual style. From traditional Queen Anne wingbacks, to sleek and modern chairs, many of the recliners we offer look just like normal chairs, and if you didn’t know they could recline, you would never guess.
Also, custom orders in special fabrics are a snap! There is no reason your new recliner should not match your room, your style and your life perfectly.
If you think you deserve a new recliner, let us help you find the perfect one for you.
What Style is Your Style?
There are many styles of furniture. For example, Early American, Danish, Arts & Craft, French Provincial, English, Country and many, many more.
However, when you are buying a new house or redecorating a room, think of style in four categories:
Traditional style as Home Fashion expert, Margaret DeGange says “supports classic lines and understated details”…. “Early English, French, Italian provincial or even colonial American pieces may be blended or mixed into the space”.
Contemporary style is evidenced by bold colors, clean lines. It is often overscaled, upholstery emphasizes a lack of clutter (no skirts, ruffles, bullion or florals). The bedroom and dining furniture is the opposite of ornate.
Casual style focuses on comfort. It is warm and comfy - often oversized. Fabrics are usually soft and low luster. Bedroom and dining room pieces often have a rugged or warm look.
Formal furniture styles generally take a page from furnishings in historical buildings and homes. Fine formal furniture generally features detailed moldings, gild and veneering. The sofas and chairs tend to be tightly upholstered in luxurious fabrics.
We have just touched the surface of furniture styles. Which is your style? You do not have to be one or the other. Many of our customers say they are eclectic.
To learn more about furniture styles, read Margaret DeGange’s article in the July, 2007 issue of Furniture World (www.furninfo.com).
However, when you are buying a new house or redecorating a room, think of style in four categories:
Traditional style as Home Fashion expert, Margaret DeGange says “supports classic lines and understated details”…. “Early English, French, Italian provincial or even colonial American pieces may be blended or mixed into the space”.
Contemporary style is evidenced by bold colors, clean lines. It is often overscaled, upholstery emphasizes a lack of clutter (no skirts, ruffles, bullion or florals). The bedroom and dining furniture is the opposite of ornate.
Casual style focuses on comfort. It is warm and comfy - often oversized. Fabrics are usually soft and low luster. Bedroom and dining room pieces often have a rugged or warm look.
Formal furniture styles generally take a page from furnishings in historical buildings and homes. Fine formal furniture generally features detailed moldings, gild and veneering. The sofas and chairs tend to be tightly upholstered in luxurious fabrics.
We have just touched the surface of furniture styles. Which is your style? You do not have to be one or the other. Many of our customers say they are eclectic.
To learn more about furniture styles, read Margaret DeGange’s article in the July, 2007 issue of Furniture World (www.furninfo.com).
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