We all know the feeling of purchasing something online that seems great in the picture, but after its setup, it looks awful. Even worse, you could be purchasing something like a chair and find out that it's incredibly unreliable as it breaks underneath you weeks after purchase. Save yourself time and money by staying away from unreliable materials and knowing the brands.

The Terrors of Particleboard

Check and make sure the office furniture you want to buy isn't made of particleboard. This easy-to-assemble material commonly comes in office desks, bookcases, and printer stands. It might be cheap but is also low quality. There are countless environments in which these pieces don't hold up under pressure, especially with large amounts of weight. Think those piles of paperwork or equipment are safe on that stand? Think again. You'd be surprised how many people lose money replacing these low-quality furniture options, which are not usually returnable after breaking.

Metal over Plastic

Plastic is diverse and useful, but there are many places in office furniture where it is simply inappropriate. The structural base of a chair, for example, shouldn't be made of plastic. It might seem like a futuristic design, but it will inevitably fail much quicker than a metal counterpart would. In fact, though metal parts may be more expensive, their durability and shine are usually more attractive all-around. Even a wooden desk or bookshelf with metal-reinforced struts is better off than one without.

Measure Twice

A common mistake when buying new office furniture is buying a piece that is too big, too small, or doesn't fit the height of the user. Don't just measure where that desk is going to fit, but measure your comfortable sitting height. Then, check and make sure the desk is shaped in such a way that it doesn't stick out too far or clutter up a doorway. This also applies to bookcases, couches, and much more. In fact, after you've measured everything, re-measure again to ensure you didn't miss anything. After all, if you're ordering your furniture online, most stores require you to pay return shipping, which can get quite pricey for heavy furniture.

Brains over Brands

You might think that the brand name on an item makes it a higher quality item, but there are countless examples of where this isn't true. A popular furniture manufacturer, Staples, Inc. was sued on two separate occasions in multi-million dollar lawsuits over faulty furniture. All of those office chairs and desks had their logo, but that didn't keep them from falling apart and causing injuries.

Even more, once you've found a brand you like, read the reviews on similar items and see how others' experiences have gone. You'd be surprised at how much time this can save in the long run, especially if they point out features you know you won't like. Finally, make sure to get a second opinion before making a large purchase. Another pair of eyes might give your insight and taste of a piece of office furniture that you hadn't considered before.

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