Wholesale Furniture Brokers recently had a Father’s Day 2010 Contest where contestants from the US and Canada needed to fill out a survey and subscribe to their newsletter to be eligible to win a $1000 gift certificate. The survey had results from over 550 people. It was designed to help us learn more about why people don’t order furniture online. The results will be useful for all ecommerce websites that want to know how they can improve their website to target a larger audience.
The results of the survey have been tallied. We are providing the questions and top three answers for each of the questions:
1. What is your gender?
Female: (67.9%)
Male: (32.1%)
2. What is your age?
50+: (44.5%)
40 – 49: (29.1%)
30 – 39: (15.9%)
3. Have you ever bought anything online?
Yes: (92.2%)
No: (7.8%)
4. Do you plan to buy furniture online?
No: (49.9%)
Yes: (50.1%)
Comments:
I might buy furniture online: (45.07%)
I’m not planning on ordering online: (21.13%)
I haven’t thought about it: (18.3%)
5. When shopping for furniture, where are the top three places you would look to gather information and buy? Please select three.
Local Furniture Store: (20.84%)
Online Furniture Store: (14.88%)
Friends or Family: (11.29%)
6. Have you ever order furniture online before? Please choose yes or no and explain why you did or did not order online in the comment box below.
No: (70.3%)
Yes: (29.7%)
Why People Order Furniture Online:
Best price: (32.58%)
I liked the furniture online since it wasn’t available locally: (25.84%)
Free shipping: (11.24%)
Why People Don’t Order Furniture Online:
I want to be able to see the furniture before I buy: (42.86%)
High shipping costs: (15.79%)
I’m not presently in the market to buy furniture: (12.78%)
7. Where do you prefer to buy your furniture? Please let us know and explain why in the comment box below.
Local Furniture Store: (75.08%)
Online Store: (5.89%)
No Preference: (17.01%)
Top 3 Stores:
Ikea
Sears
Brick
8. What are the top three services you would want when buying furniture? Please select three and explain in the comment box below.
Ability To Choose Custom Fabric and Color Options: (28.23%)
Ability To Schedule My Delivery Date When I Place My Order: (27.93%)
Financing Options Ie. No Payments for 90 Days: (15.81%)
9. How important is knowing the reputation of the store you buy from? Ie. You've heard of it before or bought from it before, so you are more likely to buy from them. Please let us know in the comment box below.
Very Important: (55.08%)
Important: (29.69%)
Not Important: (8.39%)
10. If you were to buy furniture online, what store would you buy from and why? Please let us know in the comment box below. You can include a link to the online furniture store.
Top 3 Stores:
Ikea
Sears
Wholesale Furniture Brokers
11. Are you willing to buy without seeing an item if you are able to save a considerable amount on your purchase?
Yes: (51.7%)
No: (48.3%)
12. If the product you want is not currently in stock, what would affect your decision to continue your purchase? Please let us know in the comment box below.
Top 3 Answers:
If it will be in stock soon, it doesn’t matter.
If there is nothing else similar, I will wait.
If I can get a discount.
13. What do you consider an acceptable amount of time to wait for your order to arrive at your home from the date of purchase? Please let us know how many days in the comment box below.
8 – 14 Days: (38.52%)
1 – 7 Days: (35.44%)
15 – 21 Days: (7.23%)
14. What would affect your decision to buy if the product you want is only available online?
Free Shipping: (19.87%)
Price: (50.99%)
Reputation of Website: (6.29%)
15. Is website security a concern of yours and do you look for a certified secure website icon while shopping? Ie. Your credit card information will be safe on a secure website. Please let us know in the comment box below.
Yes: (69.51%)
Yes and I check to make sure it’s secure: (12.89%)
No: (17.6%)
Let us know what you think about the results in the comment box below.
Monday, July 12, 2010
Relaxing Patio Outdoor Furniture
The placement of patio outdoor furniture should be based on your home's design. Houses made of wood with traditional Asian pieces work best with patio outdoor wicker furniture. Patio outdoor furniture retailers include wicker dining room to living room sets in their stock. Wicker dining sets are perfect for families who like eating their meals outdoors. With a patio outdoor furniture wicker dining set, you can enjoy your garden's scenery as you feast on breakfast.
More and more people are adding a patio outdoor furniture bar to their outdoor living experience. Are you thinking about adding a patio bar set to your yard? It is a great idea for entertaining or relaxing outdoors on beautiful summer evening. Picking the right set is really a matter of personal preference and protection from the summer elements. Obviously, you want it to look nice, something that compliments your home and garden. However, you also should consider practical ideas as well. How will patio outdoor furniture stand up to the weather? Is it durable and long lasting? Does it require a lot of maintenance?
Wicker patio outdoor furniture is durable, beautiful and elegant. It is the most suitable type of patio outdoor furniture and you can have a pleasure sitting outside. For enjoying lunch with family and friends and BBQs, wicker patio furniture is the best choice. You can enjoy sitting on it for long hours as it has no trace of discomfort. Two factors; durability and stability are the main reasons why patio outdoor wicker furniture is preferred over other kinds of furniture.
Modern patio outdoor furniture cannot be compared to any other style. It's a great addition to any outdoor space because of its simplicity. Just like with the regular indoor furniture, those that are designed with a modern flair have straight lines. There is no fussing or great detail in embellishments. That makes it a great addition to your patio outdoor furniture because it really makes it easier to clean all the pieces.
Patio outdoor furniture needs to be able to withstand the rigors of all seasons. While many materials can rust, corrode, or discolor because of the rain, cold weather, and frost, modern wicker patio outdoor furniture can withstand all of these potential problems. Powder coated aluminum frames help ensure that the rain is never a problem while the treated synthetic wicker will not discolor or fade after being left in the cold, damp, or in the summer sun. Such weather resistance is offered thanks to the unique properties of synthetic wicker which is designed to be durable and tough.
Spacify includes modern patio outdoor furniture in designer will give it the touch of contemporary elegance that you are trying to attain. Or, you can select wicker patio outdoor furniture and attain a beautiful traditional look on your patio easily!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Lea Industries Comes Up with Nickelodeon-Style Kids Bedroom Furniture
Lea Industries, one of the manufacturers who contribute to Wholesale Furniture Brokers collection of kids’ bedroom furniture, has just come up with bedroom furniture that features designs from Nickelodeon shows. Cartoon shows such as SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, and Go, Diego, Go are some of the Nickelodeon shows featured in the new line of kids bedroom furniture. The graphics on the bedroom pieces can be removed or changed to suit your child’s interests.
The new Nickelodeon-style bedroom furniture collection offers three lines: Nick (for ages 3 to 7), TweenNick (for ages 8 to 11), and TeenNick (for teenagers and older).
Check out other furniture pieces by Lea Industries to find more exciting and fashionable furniture.
The new Nickelodeon-style bedroom furniture collection offers three lines: Nick (for ages 3 to 7), TweenNick (for ages 8 to 11), and TeenNick (for teenagers and older).
Check out other furniture pieces by Lea Industries to find more exciting and fashionable furniture.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Furniture Prices to Increase This Summer
Because of increased costs in raw materials, labor, and container shipping, some companies are set to increase the prices of their goods over the summer. A number of case goods and upholstery companies will raise their product prices effective July 1st through August.
The companies raising the prices of their goods include Magnussen Home, Ligo Products, Flexsteel, American Drew, Lea Inds., Hammary, Legacy Classic, and Universal. Most of these companies will implement a single-digit percentage price increase. Other companies may have to raise prices after the summer.
Raw materials which have increased in price include cardboard, steel, and wood such as pine, Appalachian red oak, ash, cherry and maple. Other companies cite freight, packaging costs, and increased cost of labor in Asia as their reasons for increasing the cost of their furniture products.
For the full story, click here.
The companies raising the prices of their goods include Magnussen Home, Ligo Products, Flexsteel, American Drew, Lea Inds., Hammary, Legacy Classic, and Universal. Most of these companies will implement a single-digit percentage price increase. Other companies may have to raise prices after the summer.
Raw materials which have increased in price include cardboard, steel, and wood such as pine, Appalachian red oak, ash, cherry and maple. Other companies cite freight, packaging costs, and increased cost of labor in Asia as their reasons for increasing the cost of their furniture products.
For the full story, click here.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Computer Desks
With computer usage so high in this age, we are seeing a need for appropriately designed modern furniture that best suits the needs and style of your home or office. But which computer desks are right you? With so many options to choose from, it could be a difficult question to answer. This article details the different types of computer desks, and factors to consider when purchasing one. After reading this article, making your decision as to which desk to purchase should be a simple and fun experience.
The style of your computer desks will have a lot to do with its price, particularly if the desk is made of wood, metal or a combination of materials. Solid wood computer desks will obviously be more expensive than those made from pressed wood or metal. Most home computer desks are purchased with the intent of placing them in a bedroom, family room, or a home office. Take into consideration the existing furniture in the room where the desk will be placed when making your purchase.
Desks for computers come in a variety of sizes and styles these days. There is a computer desks for every application, from large desks to decorate dedicated offices, to small corner computer desks, perfect for accessing recipes online in the kitchen, or paying bills in the corner of the bedroom. Whatever you need, there is a desk to fit. Because our lives change so often, with redecorating, repurposing, and even moving, it no longer makes sense to invest hundreds, even thousands of dollars in heavy, unmovable desks. Lightweight, assemble-it-yourself computer desks can fit any application, be easily moved to a new room for redecorating, and are inexpensive to replace if your needs or decor change.
One of the most essential parts of every home office is the desk. A wood computer desks is a very reliable and sturdy choice in desk types. Many varieties of wood computer desks are available in the market today. One of the most important factors when buying wood computer desks is that be designed for comfort and functionality and actually are comfortable and functional when in use.
Each of these styles of computer desks come in an array of sizes, finishes, designs and styles so it’s important to think of your personal preferences and tastes prior to desk shopping. Of course, you will also need to consider how the computer desks will coordinate with the room's decor.
The style of your computer desks will have a lot to do with its price, particularly if the desk is made of wood, metal or a combination of materials. Solid wood computer desks will obviously be more expensive than those made from pressed wood or metal. Most home computer desks are purchased with the intent of placing them in a bedroom, family room, or a home office. Take into consideration the existing furniture in the room where the desk will be placed when making your purchase.
Desks for computers come in a variety of sizes and styles these days. There is a computer desks for every application, from large desks to decorate dedicated offices, to small corner computer desks, perfect for accessing recipes online in the kitchen, or paying bills in the corner of the bedroom. Whatever you need, there is a desk to fit. Because our lives change so often, with redecorating, repurposing, and even moving, it no longer makes sense to invest hundreds, even thousands of dollars in heavy, unmovable desks. Lightweight, assemble-it-yourself computer desks can fit any application, be easily moved to a new room for redecorating, and are inexpensive to replace if your needs or decor change.
One of the most essential parts of every home office is the desk. A wood computer desks is a very reliable and sturdy choice in desk types. Many varieties of wood computer desks are available in the market today. One of the most important factors when buying wood computer desks is that be designed for comfort and functionality and actually are comfortable and functional when in use.
Each of these styles of computer desks come in an array of sizes, finishes, designs and styles so it’s important to think of your personal preferences and tastes prior to desk shopping. Of course, you will also need to consider how the computer desks will coordinate with the room's decor.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Federal Maritime Commission’s Report on Investigation Still Not Released
The Federal Maritime Commission’s report about its investigation on the shipping practices of container shipping companies is already finished. However, the information from Commissioner Rebecca Dye’s report hasn’t been released.
The investigation was launched in March when U.S. importers, including furniture importers, continue to have difficulty finding space on container ships to load their products from China to the U.S. This problem continues to be a problem now even though the worst of it was expected during the Chinese New Year in February.
The final report about the investigation will be due on July 15.
For the full story, click here.
The investigation was launched in March when U.S. importers, including furniture importers, continue to have difficulty finding space on container ships to load their products from China to the U.S. This problem continues to be a problem now even though the worst of it was expected during the Chinese New Year in February.
The final report about the investigation will be due on July 15.
For the full story, click here.
Thursday, July 1, 2010
Mattress Sales for First Five Months of 2010 Increased by 10 Percent
According to the International Sleep Products Association (ISPA), mattress sales have increased by 10% in May compared to numbers from 2009. Unit sales have also increased by 10.4% as evaluated against last year’s sales.
Twenty U.S. mattress manufacturers contributed data for the ISPA’s monthly Bedding Barometer report, from which the association derive data to compare with last year’s statistics. These manufacturers accounted for about 64% of mattress units shipped in 2009.
ISPA reports that the country continues to show improvements as far as shipment and revenues for the first five months of the year are concerned. Its March forecast predicts an increase of 7.5% in revenue and 4.5% increase in sale units compared to 2009’s numbers.
ISPA President Ryan Trainer says that although this year’s industry is performing better than in 2009, there is still no assurance that it will continue because of various economic conditions such as high unemployment rate and anxiety about the economy’s improvement.
For the full story, click here.
Twenty U.S. mattress manufacturers contributed data for the ISPA’s monthly Bedding Barometer report, from which the association derive data to compare with last year’s statistics. These manufacturers accounted for about 64% of mattress units shipped in 2009.
ISPA reports that the country continues to show improvements as far as shipment and revenues for the first five months of the year are concerned. Its March forecast predicts an increase of 7.5% in revenue and 4.5% increase in sale units compared to 2009’s numbers.
ISPA President Ryan Trainer says that although this year’s industry is performing better than in 2009, there is still no assurance that it will continue because of various economic conditions such as high unemployment rate and anxiety about the economy’s improvement.
For the full story, click here.
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