When shopping for furniture, parents and pet owners alike are stuck with the task of finding materials that will hold up to their kids and pets. You are sure to breathe a sigh of relief knowing that Hickory Furniture Mart provides individuals with furniture for all lifestyles! The key is having the knowledge to choose the correct fabrics and select appropriate, durable furniture styles that will allow you to co-exist with your children and pets in every room of the house. If you have been leery of purchasing finer quality, handcrafted furniture in Hickory, NC, consider these tips before you begin shopping. Having a home that is both beautiful and family friendly is possible when you make the right choices.
For kids:
- Look for hardy materials such as leather, durapella, or denim. These materials are very easy to clean and will survive most stains.
- Choose pieces with rounded corners rather than straight edges.
- Select durable woods such as oak and cherry – they can take a beating. Avoid pine as it dents easily.
- Go for painted wood rather than glass tables and shelving as this adds more safety.
- Go for Convenience! If you can find an end table that doubles as a toy and movie chest take advantage of it.
For pets:
- Consider buying denim or linen slip covers in dark colors to make stains harder to detect. Consider buying two sets of slipcovers, so you can use one set of slipcovers while the other is in the wash.
- Buy ultra-suede upholstered furniture, which is a very dense fabric that will prevent pet hair from collecting under the material. You can easily sponge-wash ultra suede, and it also resists odors.
- Solid color velour upholstery is another good choice for pets as it is highly resistant to scratching. If your pet is able to claw into fabric, velour makes the holes difficult to detect.
The good news is that at our North Carolina furniture galleries, you will find a wide range of pieces suitable for everyone in your family. Take some time to browse our showrooms and speak with our knowledgeable salespeople if you have questions in regards to the safety of a piece of furniture as well as how it will work with your children and pets. We aim to make furniture shopping in North Carolina as easy as is possible.