Online shopping is a convenient and fun way to buy anything from a pair of boots to a bed frame! Each year, more and more people are making more and more different kinds of purchases online, and specialty sites, like LutherSales, can offer consumers all over the country deals they wouldn’t find in a traditional brick-and-mortar store. But it’s important for online shoppers to remember that the price tag isn’t the only difference between in-person and online shopping for furniture. Here are three things to remember before you click “Confirm”:
- Try it on. Many people hesitate to shop for clothes online because they fear their order might not fit—but this should also be a concern when shopping for furniture. Luckily, in the case of the furniture at least, a measuring tape should solve the problem. Remember to measure the width and the height of every doorframe that the furniture you’re buying will have to pass through, and make sure it can fit with room to spare. Also keep stairs and stoops in mind—if you live in a sixth floor walk-up with a narrow staircase, you might have to reconsider the extra-long couch! LutherSales’ online Home Planner is a great tool for identifying potential problems with your order!
- Check it out. Online shopping often involves shipping lots of products long distances, and accidents happen. Make sure to inspect all of your items before you sign for them, and don’t accept the delivery of damaged goods. In case damage occurs after the delivery of an item, or you miss something, you should always familiarize yourself with a company’s return policy before you order.
- Timing is everything. In today’s world, it’s pretty easy to forget that not everything is instantaneous—not even online shopping! So keep in mind the timeframe for delivery when you’re planning your purchases. If you plan to invite everyone over for the big game, you may have to order your big screen several weeks in advance to ensure it’s delivered and installed in time. Make sure you’re familiar with a company’s shipping policy!
Luthersales also provides customers with a helpful FAQ to address common issues and concerns involving online furniture shopping!
