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What a furniture order contract should include
With made-to-order furniture, the contract is the document that prevents future disputes. Here are the clauses on dimensions, materials, timing, payment and warranty.
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Aristo and RaumPlus: how sliding door systems differ
Aristo and RaumPlus are two widely used names in sliding doors. What really sets systems apart is profile type, mechanism and infill — here is what to look at.
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Moisture-resistant boards for kitchens and bathrooms
Moisture-resistant board is not waterproof; properly finished, it simply tolerates humidity for much longer. How to choose boards for kitchens and bathrooms.
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Retail furniture: shelving, display cases and checkout
Retail furniture is a sales tool: shelves display, cases protect and the counter manages flow. Here are planning rules for each zone of a shop.
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Meeting tables: size and shape by number of people
A meeting table should be sized together with headcount, clearance behind chairs and screen position. Here is which shapes suit which kinds of meetings.
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Sofa bed mechanisms: which suits everyday sleeping
If a sofa becomes a bed every night, the mechanism is about durability as much as comfort. We compare how the main types cope with daily use.
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Wood slat panels on a TV wall: benefits and care
Wood slat panels add warmth and rhythm to a TV wall, but dust, lighting and cabling need thought in advance. Here is how to choose and look after them.
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Hallway wardrobes: storing coats and shoes in a narrow space
In a narrow hallway, depth, door type and the shoe section are the key decisions. Here is how to divide every centimetre of a closed hallway wardrobe.
Read the storyEveryday habits that make furniture last longer
How many years furniture lasts depends on daily handling as much as on materials. We have gathered simple but effective habits for kitchens, wardrobes, upholstered furniture and tables.
Read the storyCombining metal and wood: brass and black metal details
Wood brings warmth, metal brings precision and lightness. We explain which wood tones suit brass and black metal and what to watch for in the construction.
Read the storyHostels and small hotels: bunk beds and lockers
Hostel furniture works under load as guests change several times a week. We cover bunk bed safety, personal lockers, materials and noise.
Read the storyInstalling office furniture in phases without stopping work
Replacing furniture in a working office is possible without disrupting the working day. We explain phasing by zone, coordinating IT and cabling, and keeping staff informed.
Read the storyTwo sofas or a sofa and armchairs: building a seating group
What your living room seating should consist of depends less on room size than on how you spend time there. We compare two sofas, a corner sofa and a sofa with armchairs.
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Furnishing a long blank wall: rhythm and proportion
Identical units lined along a long wall look monotonous, while a lone small cabinet gets lost. We explain how to compose a long living room wall using rhythm, proportion and space.
Read the storyTaking stock of your clothes before ordering a wardrobe
A wardrobe interior should be planned around what it will hold, not a number of shelves and rails. We explain step by step how to make an inventory of clothes and belongings.
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Anchoring tall units to the wall to prevent tip-overs
When a child climbs drawers like steps, or all the drawers are open at once, a tall wardrobe or chest can tip forward. We explain the rules for wall anchoring and how they differ by wall type.
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Details often missed when measuring a bedroom
Measuring wall lengths is easy; the trouble lies in radiators, window sills, sockets and air conditioners. We explain what to note when measuring a bedroom for furniture.
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Breakfast bars in the kitchen: size, height and seating
A kitchen breakfast bar is a handy spot for breakfast, coffee and chatting with guests, but the wrong dimensions make sitting uncomfortable. We cover height, knee room and walkways.
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Styling open shelves: composing books and decor
Open shelving can be the liveliest spot in a room or a cluttered corner. We explain how to arrange books and decor using rhythm, empty space and repetition.
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Bed frame and slat care: creaks and sagging
A creaking bed or a mattress sagging in the middle usually points to small faults in the frame or slats. Here is how to track down the source and put it right.
Read the storyAfter-sales service: adjustments and minor repairs
It is normal for doors to shift slightly in the first months after installation. We explain what you can adjust yourself and when it is time to call the service team.
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Gas struts for lift-up beds: matching the mattress weight
How easily a lift-up bed opens and closes depends on the strength of its gas struts. We explain how strength is matched to mattress weight and how to spot struts that are too weak or too strong.
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Choosing from samples: checking in daylight and evening light
A front, worktop or board sample looks one way as a small square and another across a whole kitchen. We explain how to check samples in the right position, light and company.
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Bookshop and library shelving: load and accessibility
Books are a heavy load and shelves stay full for years, while readers need to see both top and bottom shelves. We explain sag-resistant construction and accessible planning.
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