Furniture Categories
Start with how the furniture will be used.
Outdoor furniture, solid wood furniture and commercial seating. The details below help you prepare a brief for potential manufacturers.
01 / sourcing focus
Outdoor furniture
For terraces, gardens and outdoor hospitality spaces. Start with the climate, intended use and care requirements.
Useful details to confirm
- Frame materials and corrosion protection
- Cushion construction, fabric and drainage
- Dimensions, quantities and packing needs
02 / sourcing focus
Solid wood furniture
For residential interiors and considered commercial spaces. Compare construction and material descriptions as carefully as appearance.
Useful details to confirm
- Wood species and solid wood versus veneer
- Joinery, surface finish and dimensions
- Samples, colour variation and care information
03 / sourcing focus
Commercial seating
For restaurants, cafés, hotels and shared spaces. Define how the seating will be used before comparing supplier offers.
Useful details to confirm
- Seat height, dimensions and intended use
- Frame, upholstery and finish specifications
- Destination-market requirements and relevant test documents
A requirements-led approach
Your brief comes before a product list.
These categories guide the sourcing conversation. No supplier catalogue or product availability is represented here. Specific options are researched for your project.
A clear place to start
Bring your brief. We’ll clarify the next step.
A product list, quantities and destination are a useful starting point.