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Best Furniture Buying Tips Ever!

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Don’t know the difference between a winged and a Windsor-back chair? Want to know how to negotiate with dealers for the best discount? Home furnishings expert Jennifer Litwin will guide you through every step of the furniture buying process. This savvy guide reveals the tips and insider’s secrets you need to: §Recognize popular furniture pieces and styles §Detect a fake §Choose the ideal piece for your needs and your budget §Know the right questions to ask dealers and designers §Negotiate prices and billing arrangements (and avoid sneaky, added fees) Complete with 100-plus images, a furniture glossary, and an introduction to ten up-and-coming furniture designers. Jennifer Litwin is the nation’s consumer advocate in the home furnishings industry who was trained at Sotheby’s and is a consumer reporter for Consumers Digest magazine in the furniture category. She is a consumer reporter on a variety of television news shows, author of Furniture Hot Spots: The Best Furniture Stores and Websites Coast to Coast, and has appeared as a guest on numerous television shows across the country. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ House of Collectibles


Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 11, 2005


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 192 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0375721118


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 13


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.53 x 0.59 x 8.22 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #10,830,191 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #45,862 in Antiques & Collectibles (Books)


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    • Five Stars
Format: Paperback
Great book. Lots of practical info. I wouldn't have thought to look for certain things in couch construction
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2016 by Judy M.
    • Good for people who aren't looking for a "steal"
Format: Paperback
As an Interior Designer I found this book an interesting read. I like to check out books written for the public to see what kind of advice is being given (there's a lot of bad information out there). This book offers insight into the furniture buying world of which the public is often unaware. Be warned, though, if you are used to bargain hunting this isn't likely to help you find a $50 sofa or $30 dresser. This is intended for people who want to buy better quality, long-lasting furniture. (she talks about good dressers starting at $1200 - for some people this may seem like a lot of money). It is also most helpful for people who live near a city as she talks a lot about shopping design showrooms. One thing I did not see mentioned is that trade showrooms usually require that public shoppers be accompanied by a trade professional or at the very least have a legitamate letter from one (and an appointment) stating exactly what the client will be looking at. Many of these places will not offer assistance or pricing to the public without such. You'll need to investigate this prior to embarking on your shopping trip. If such is the case, your best bet here is to have a design professional aid in the process or you will have to pay outrageous retail prices. The Design Center usually offers these services (for a fee). That said. She does explain a lot of terminology found in furniture buying as well as many pitfalls (one being that your average furniture salesperson's opinion varies markedly and can often be based on fabricated speculations). Ms. Letwin also offers an education on furniture styles for those who are interested. If you are shopping for quality pieces that you plan to have for the rest of your life you may find this book helpful. It pays to be forewarned. For the price it can't hurt to get this book. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2007 by Icre8
    • Love this guide
Format: Paperback
Super easy read makes me feel like an insider. Obviously written by a real pro!
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024 by K.C.
    • informative
Format: Paperback
Enjoyed the book. Learned about furniture shopping. Especially good for people that live near the cities whose furniture stores she reviewed.
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2007 by P. Barra
    • Furniture finds
Format: Paperback
I love this book. I love to "look" for old or new furniture to find an awesome deal without a middleman who charges astronomical fees. This book helps to find those places and narrows it down for you. I love the pictures as well. They help to know what you're looking for. I did find an armoire that was made and sold for 8500 dollars and I lucked out and got it for 500. I love that this book is an awesome guidance to buy some great finds. ♥ ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2022 by D. Young
    • A Quick, Easy, Helpful Read
Format: Paperback
I recently purchased a new home and had decided that I wanted completely different furnishings. I had no idea where to start and Best Furniture Tips became an invaluable guide. It enabled me to understand various styles,furniture terminology, what to look for in a piece of furniture and information on how to negotiate prices. I especially liked the advice and insights from some of the nation's top designers. Since I travel frequently the book was easy to take along and enabled me to check out design centers and stores in other cities in my spare time. Litwin has a pleasant writing style that explains in easy to understand English all the furniture jargon and pricing structures which many times seem overwhelming to a buyer. I would recommend this book to anyone who is contemplating a furniture purchase. Armed with this, one can confidently enter any store and not feel like a babe in the woods. One suggestion, buy her previous book, Furniture Hot Spots to find out where the really good stuff is. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2005 by Eric Markam
    • Fantastic resource
Format: Paperback
This book was such a great help. I use it as a source for everything, most recently for online antique shopping. I never would have known which stores to check out -- and to trust -- without the information I found in this book. It's great.
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2005 by Amazon Customer
    • Love this book.
Format: Paperback
It was very helpful!!!!! my mom loves it too
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2024 by mike b

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