(Above photo - antique furniture from Canonbury Antiques )
Who doesn’t like buying new things, including furniture? As much as new pieces of furniture are appealing, they may not give you all the satisfaction you are looking for. That’s because they lack a soul or character. That is the reason we offer all types of antiques at our Hertfordshire furniture store. For that reason, we can’t hesitate, but recommend that you try antiquing to give your home a unique look. Here are some reasons you should buy antique furniture.
1. High-Quality Furniture
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The quality of work that went into antique furniture ensures that they can last for a long time. The materials are great, whether metals, timber, and textiles. These pieces of furniture were handmade by master craftsmen and cannot be compared to those mass-produced today. Antique furniture was characteristically hand-cut and featured forged nails. The fabrics were women to provide a more rugged look than modern furniture pieces. It is this kind of quality that you will enjoy when you buy antique furniture.
2. Always Stylish
(Above photo - Buy antique furniture in Hertfordshire ) Once you fall in love with an antique furniture piece, you are unlikely to let go. New pieces of furniture will come and go, but the antique piece will retain its place in your heart. It has nothing to do with the timber used to make it. Rather, the rich history, it signifies makes antique furniture always stylish. And, it will make such a great thing to pass down to your children when your time comes.
3. Ever Appreciating In Value
(Above photo - Antiques, furinture and decorative interiors ) Over time, antique furniture pieces have appreciated in value, and they keep doing so. It is not like a new piece of furniture that will depreciate the moment you step with it outside the store. The thing with antique furniture is that you can sell at a higher price right outside the shop. That makes such furniture an incomparable investment. But where does the value come from? Antique furniture was made using great craftsmanship. They are also available in extremely limited numbers, especially the older ones. That rarity makes them highly sought after items that everyone wants to lay hands on.
4. Telling a Story
You can easily make a statement about who you are through the type of furniture you have. If you want to come out as an authentic person that seeks to be surrounded by high-quality items, then buy antique furniture. Additionally, you may be able to trace them back to the original owners. If it was a king, queen, or famous person, you would never stop telling your visitors about it.
5. Promoting Sustainability
One thing about antique furniture pieces is that you can hand them down from generation to generation. This ensures that no trees are cut to make new furniture. It is this sustainable nature of antique furniture that makes them a must-have.
There are several Hertfordshire furniture shops in which you can get your favorite antique pieces. Make sure to sample each one of them before deciding what and where to buy.
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