{"id":303,"date":"2010-04-08T13:42:49","date_gmt":"2010-04-08T17:42:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/hickoryfurniture.blogs.eprevue.net\/?p=303"},"modified":"2010-04-08T13:42:49","modified_gmt":"2010-04-08T17:42:49","slug":"furniture-shopping-tips-pieces-that-make-entertaining-easier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hickoryfurniture.com\/blog\/furniture-shopping-tips-pieces-that-make-entertaining-easier\/","title":{"rendered":"Furniture Shopping Tips &#8211; Pieces That Make Entertaining Easier"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-meta\">Last Updated Thursday, April 8, 2010<\/div> <p>When designing any space, it is a good idea to consider the family  and friends who will be sharing the  space with you. At Hickory  Furniture Mart, we provide you with the resources you  need to find  the right pieces for the space you are designing. However, it is  up to  you to determine how the space will function. Each piece of furniture  you  select can help you to make entertaining not only easier, but  more comfortable  as well.<\/p>\n<p>For example, if you are looking for  dining room furniture in NC, our showrooms can help you find pieces   that offer several options. A round table creates a more intimate  setting  and is conducive for great conversations.  Purchase an  extension table with  leafs to give you more seating options.  This is  always a good investment and you are always ready for any additional  company that may drop in.  On  the other hand, if you wish to  accommodate the entire family you will want  to consider a longer,  rectangular table.  A long dining table becomes the focal point of  any room, and makes it inviting and efficient for all  your family affairs.   The amount of space in your home is important to factor here,  so take  that into consideration when determining how each area will  function.<\/p>\n<p>One  of the biggest design questions our customers often face revolves  around the living room. Customers many time struggle with layout,  unsure if they should go with  a specially configured sectional or a  sofa, love seat combination.   However, at Hickory Furniture Mart, we  ensure you have enough options to meet  every style of entertaining  you plan to do. When visiting us, consider these furniture-shopping  tips:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> Buy enough seating for the space. A sectional is  less formal, but offers more seating.<\/li>\n<li> Consider purchasing ottomans  and footstools that turn into extra seating when you have a  large group  over.<\/li>\n<li> In some cases, you may need a custom made piece to  fit your precise room dimensions and meet  your<br \/>\ndesign needs.  If you  are not finding what you are looking for, be sure  to ask our  knowledgeable sales team about custom hand-crafted pieces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our  furniture galleries and showrooms at Hickory Furniture Mart will  provide you with the finest  selections for each room in your home all  in one place. You can make entertaining  easier for yourself by  choosing styles that give you\u00a0 more flexibility,  convenience and comfort  for your family and guests.  Plan a trip, and let our expert  sales teams  and design centers assist you in selecting the appropriate  furniture  for your entertaining needs today!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Last Updated Thursday, April 8, 2010 When designing any space, it is a good idea to consider the family and friends who will be sharing the space with you. At Hickory Furniture Mart, we provide you with the resources you need to find the right pieces for the space you are designing. 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