North Carolina Furniture Outlets

North Carolina furniture outlets are a great way to save on your next furniture purchases.

Many furniture styles available at NC outlets.

You've probably heard of High Point, North Carolina, and know that it's a major furniture manufacturing center. Furniture became synonymous with North Carolina shortly after the Civil War. That reputation grew over the following decades and by the end of World War II, nearly 60 percent of the furniture produced in the United States was being manufactured in North Carolina. In fact, nearly 750 family-owned furniture factories operated in North Carolina. It's no wonder that the state became the International Home Furnishings Capital of the World. While High Point remains the center of the furniture industry, other North Carolina cities such as Hickory are also homes to major furniture manufacturers. This expansion beyond High Point grew to a hub of nearly 150 miles. Hickory is another North Carolina city associated with furniture manufacturing.

Several factors went into creating this amazing industry centralized in one state. There was and still is an abundance of timber available to manufacturers, such as oak and pine. Other hardwoods like cherry and walnut add to the kinds of woods easily available for furniture making. It's one thing to have a supply source, but quite another to have the workforce to make such an industry grow. With the advent of the industrial age and very talented craftsmen, the region was primed for furniture making that included a large workforce from surrounding tobacco farms. Today, the bi-annual High Point Market is greatly anticipated by designers, furniture store owners and other industry professionals around the world.

Many furniture outlets are online stores only. This lack of brick and mortar facilities means lower operating costs and a savings that's passed on to you in the discounted pricing. Another important cost-saving aspect of this kind of outlet is the lack of in-stock inventory. All orders are fulfilled and shipped directly from the manufacturer.

The shipping time can vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. From the time you place your order, it could be anywhere from four to 12 weeks before you receive your furniture. Many furniture manufacturers operate on a made-to-order basis and have little to no stock. Some online furniture outlets have the furniture shipped directly to their warehouse before shipping it out to you. Check the site and see how the outlet operates before placing your order.

Most websites offer White Glove delivery nationwide. This service usually has an additional fee. If you live near the warehouse facility, you can often arrange for pickup at the location. This can save you anywhere from $200 or more additional fees. You will, of course, then be responsible for supplying the muscle for moving and setting up your furniture. These are things you'll need to consider before placing your order. Most furniture is an investment and proper final handling of your furniture can safeguard that investment.

If you're planning a trip to North Carolina, you may want to take advantage of a unique service called High Point Shopping Tours. High Point Shopping Tours is a full-service concierge and furniture shopping alternative. You can shop for just one piece of furniture, one room or for an entire home. Your concierge will match your needs with the right showrooms and manufacturers.

You'll have admittance to 50+ exclusive private showrooms that are invitation only accessible. In addition, you'll have access to interior design advice, hotel discounts, airport pickup, showroom transportation, and typical concierge services such as restaurants and entertainment. This kind of pampering will make your discount furniture shopping a truly memorable and elegant one. There is another great benefit to shopping this way; you will save 40 to 50 percent in discounted pricing at the local furniture showrooms. You'll also receive discounts on antiques, lighting, fabrics, floor coverings, and art.

There are several online listings of furniture outlets including:

• North Carolina Furniture Guide
• High Point Furniture
• Club Furniture
• Hickory Furniture Market
• Catawba Furniture Mall
• Furnitureland South Outlet Center
• NC Furniture Overstock
• Hickory Online
• High Point Furniture Directory

Now that you know some of the various ways you can buy furniture, you can browse the North Carolina Furniture Outlets for the perfect furniture for your home.

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