Inspect the Workmanship

Construction matters.

This is more about considering the overall quality and workmanship of the piece.

Honest sellers will likely have no issues with this request.

Light blue wall room with antique dresser and botanical prints hung above

Credit:Alison Gootee; Styling: Jenny O’Connor

Houston, we have a problem.

That can be especially true in circumstances when youre buying used furniture that cant be returned.

To ensure the dimensions work, use painters tape to map out the piece on the floor.

And dont forget to consider how it works with the rest of your room, including traffic flow.