The Best Furniture Deals
How to furnish your house and save money.
Cases and Cabinets
Avoid items that are dressed up to look like heirloom or museum pieces, and concentrate on solid construction, says Marco
Pasanella, a designer based in New York City. One indication of poor craftsmanship: Parts joined by staples or glue.
Where to Go
- For quality cabinetry at modest prices, try Room & Board (roomandboard.com).
- Gothic Cabinet Craft sells finished and unfinished pieces at budget prices (gothiccabinetcraft.com).
Insider Tip
- The back panel offers clues to how well the piece is made. If it's fiberboard, you may want to pass.
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