Selecting the best quality Furniture is very important because nobody wants to invest money on something which isn't durable. Everyone wants that their furnitures to last longer. For those who are new to buying furniture, have least idea about whom to trust in this matter. Most shop owners definitely will overly praise whatever they sell. So, one cannot be sure about the actuality. We like to share few points that describes steps to detect good quality furniture:

1. Source: You should know the source of wood, like from where it came from, which tree it is, whether it is a hardwood, softwood, or engineered wood. Ask the shopkeeper about each detail. Have a thorough research on whatever the shopkeeper claims.

The solid hardwood is made out of deciduous leafy trees, such as Cherry, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Mahogany, Teak, Ash, etc. If your shopkeeper says that a particular wood is a real hardwood, you should check for a few things. The entire furniture should be full solid hardwood. This is quite rare to find and is a matter of luxury! Observe the grains. These should run smoothly and properly aligned with each other just like a real tree grains appear. They are usually not of equal size because these are made of real trees. These are also heavy-weighted and are scratch resistant.

The solid softwood is made of coniferous trees (pine, redwood, cedar, etc.) that grow fast and do not take much time to produce woods. This factor makes them cheaper and affordable to buy. These are lightweight and less dense as compared to the hardwood. Softwoods are not that much scratch resistant as well. One can check this by scratching a little bit, but avoid overdoing it. The quality will be sensed through such kind of brief inspection.

The engineered wood is not a natural wood, but made-up of joining pieces of wood-waste altogether. It could also be thin layers being stuck together with glue, thereby producing a thick material. Plywoods, in general, make the best deals if you want a nice looking furniture as well as a cost-friendly alternative. Those that use veneers for beautiful appearance are also very common. You can easily detect this kind of wood by having a brief inspection, particularly at the bottom. These usually have repetitive grain patterns.

The layer of veneers could also be made from a high-quality wood, which can make the whole piece an expensive thing than usual. The edges should also appear fine. The engineered furniture is only for decoration, and so do not expect that these would sustain water or cracks. These also tend to contract and expand over time.

2. Construction and finishing: Other than having a quality wood material, construction and finishing are important as well. This decides how much it will last. Always avoid nails and staplers to join two or more woods together. This is not durable. Instead, prefer those woods that use screws and glues for permanent joining. Make sure that the glue does not appear on the exterior. This makes it appear less royal and (your shopkeeper) unprofessional. The grain must be still visible even after when the finishing is done. It must be smooth and flawless. The overall design must give professional look from every angle.

5. Color: The furniture should not look artificial, but similar to a real wood taken out from a real tree. The color should be in accordance with this factor. If you want to have a good masterpiece, then make sure that the grain is visible throughout. Rest all depends on the interior of your home. The color must match your interior so as to sparkle elegance.

6. Warranty: Most good kinds of furniture that are dense and of fine quality are very much durable in existence, but as a consumer, you have the right to ask for a warranty card. If you buy the furniture based on that, the maintenance would be guaranteed by the shopkeeper. There would be higher chances of getting the best quality furniture because of this factor and you wouldn't be fooled.

So, now you know these ultimate steps to detect good quality furniture, you may explore your potential. You may also ask a few people who already have years of experience in keeping furniture for their interiors, especially those who are so fond of the woods. This will help you collect more knowledge.