Many people have the perception that pine is the horrible orange colour widely used and seen in the seventies. Yes, that colour is truly shocking and has been replicated over the years, why I will never know! Numerous poor quality flat pack furniture companies have made cheap products and used plywood and even hardboard backs further reducing the appeal of pine because it has resulted in a cheap and nasty image. The truth about quality pine furniture is somewhat different. Quality solid pine furniture has seen a massive increase in sales in recent years. This is because of a number of reasons: 1) Pine is versatile. Look at the modern chunky pine range at www.qualityisaffordable.co.uk and it becomes clear that the antique wax finish is pleasing to the eye with no hint of seventies orange to be seen! In addition, the range is offered with waxed tops, knobs and plinths but a painted carcass. White and ivory colours are in great demand in this range. So pine can be painted and contrast with a wax finish to great effect. 2) Pine is a softwood, so it is easier to work with and it is also lighter than Oak which is a bonus when you have to move the furniture! 3) Painted pine furniture used to be seen as tacky, but again, how times have changed. Even our traditional style pine range can be painted in a variety of colours. The girl’s bedroom range in white and pink is very popular. Older children and students enjoy the modern style pine range of fully painted furniture including tops, knobs and plinths. This is available in a range of colours.
An mdf finish is very smooth and clinical, rather like laminate. Wood should be warm and homely. We are finding that many customers prefer to see the grain of the pine under the painted finish. This gives the furniture a quality feel when an mdf finish can look cheap and mark very easily.
Pine is raising the bar even higher. It is now taking on oak furniture directly by offering a credible alternative. Watch this space for the new Jubilee range of pine furniture. With metal handles and modern styling it is sure to take a slice of the oak furniture market. Why not view our fantastic range of pine furniture and see the quality and versatility of pine for yourself!
If you are still undecided, consider the fact that our pine furniture is made from renewable sources and managed forests. Softwood trees grow much quicker than the hardwood alternatives. Help us to do a small bit for the planet we all live in!
Whilst I know the prices of the furniture our company sells and recognise that the furniture offers amazing value for money, there are a few pieces that continually surprise me. I even find myself checking the prices on a regular basis and double taking at the price list. You see quality is affordable!
