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Getting Your Wood Restaurant Furniture Ready for Winter

Nov 03
Posted by Daniel in Restaurant Chairs, Restaurant Furniture, restaurant tips and advice

wood restaurant chairsMuddy footprints paired with that brush of cool air each time the door is opened. This is a true sign that winter is just around the corner and for many restaurant owners, this season can be a big challenge especially when it comes to their restaurant furniture.

If the summer season is the perfect time for restaurant owners to let their customers enjoy some great time under the sun out in the restaurant patio, winter proves to be an entirely different case. People would rather stay inside the restaurant and spend some cozy time sipping coffee and eating some steaming dishes. But aside from making sure that your customers are kept comfortable during their dining experience in your restaurant, you should also not forget to look after your restaurant’s furniture, especially since the harsh winter weather can also indirectly expose them to possible damages.

Protecting your restaurant furniture is a must particularly when it is made of wood and is used by wet clients. Humidity changes in the air is also a fact that might affect your chairs.

Winter poses the risk of water being absorbed into wood furniture such as the tables and chairs. The water that is absorbed, can eventually, soften the wood and create swollen spots and before you know it, your restaurant furniture might already be irreparable.

This is the reason why proper and constant maintenance of your furniture is essential all year round and especially in the winter. Make sure that it is always dry and properly wiped clean every time your customers finish eating. (more…)

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Restaurant Furniture Video

Jun 22
Posted by Daniel in bar stools, Booths, Commercial Seating, fun, Restaurant Chairs, Restaurant Furniture

This time I decided to stop giving advice and to have a lighter post, while keeping to the main theme of this blog. So here is a short before and after video taken in Affordable Seating‘s factory.

Before = raw wood and materials; After = restaurant furniture. And the song is nice too.

So, no tips, no advice just a nice video.

Enjoy!

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Changing Up the Menu and the Seating for Restaurant Success

May 22
Posted by Daniel in bar tips and advice, cheap restaurant furniture, Restaurant, Restaurant Chairs, Restaurant Furniture, restaurant tips and advice

If your restaurant is having trouble getting business, it isn’t the end of the world, and it certainly isn’t the end of your business. You have to take a look at how you are doing things and see if there might be something that you can change. Even some small changes can get the excitement building about your restaurant and bring more people into it. Let’s look at a couple of things that you can do that might be able to breathe more life into your restaurant.

The Seating

You might not even realize that there is something amiss in your restaurant until you look at it from the perspective of a customer. You are concerned with the day to day operations, and you never see that perhaps the seating and tables aren’t up to par. If you have tables with uneven legs, or that are too small (or even too large), or if your chairs aren’t comfortable, it can cause problems. No one wants to be cramped or uncomfortable when they are trying to enjoy a meal. Rearrange the tables if you have to. Also, investing in some high quality restaurant chairs and tables can be a great idea if you can find it in the budget.

The Menu

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The Seating in Your Restaurant Makes the Difference

May 02
Posted by Daniel in Commercial Seating, Restaurant Chairs, Restaurant Furniture, restaurant seating

black vinyl club chair

Let’s pretend that you are not a restaurant owner or manager for a few minutes. Let’s imagine that you just moved to a new city and you are looking forward to trying out a restaurant that serves your favorite food. So you head over to the place for dinner one night with your spouse. The atmosphere seems warm and inviting, and then the pleasant host takes you to your table.

On your way to the table, you notice that everything seems cramped. The tables are too close together. Once you sit down, you find out that the chairs aren’t comfortable at all. After a long day at work, you wanted to be able to find a nice comfy place to have dinner, but the chair is worse than the one you have in your cubicle.

By the time the appetizer arrives, you are already complaining to your spouse about the chair. You barely register the taste of the appetizer. It might have been good, but you just don’t care. When the food arrives, you are even more uncomfortable. People trying to get past your table have bumped and jostled you half a dozen times and almost spilled your wine. You don’t care much about how your food tastes. Once it is all over, you head home and write a negative review about the restaurant online. And only because of the restaurant seating.

Now, let’s step back into the shoes of the owner or manager of the restaurant. (more…)

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11 Tips for Finding Quality Cheap Restaurant Furniture

Dec 20
Posted by Daniel in cheap restaurant furniture, Commercial Seating, Restaurant Barstools, Restaurant Chairs, Restaurant Furniture, restaurant seating, Table Bases, Table Tops

Restaurant FurnitureThe holidays are a great time for most of us because we get to spend more time with our family, but they can also be hard on the wallet, especially in these times.

However, even today new restaurants and venues are opening and old ones need to keep up with the competition. As any business owner knows, in order to survive and succeed we need to be very smart with our money.

This is why we’ve made this list of tips to help you find new, cheap restaurant furniture without having to compromise on the quality.

1. Take your time – If possible start your furniture “hunt” at least a month before you need them. It takes time to find the right furniture for your venue and you need to allow enough time for shipping. Don’t forget, express shipping is available but it costs more.

2. Shop online – When you shop online you can easily compare prices from different stores. Buying from a local store has its benefits but sometimes an online store that is not local might have cheaper prices, sales or discounts on shipping which can bring down the overall cost of your order.

3. Go metal– For the most part, metal restaurant chairs are cheaper than wood ones. However, if you have your heart set on wood restaurant chairs then look for items that are on sale.

4. Keep it simple – the more features a chair has the higher its price will be. A standard black frame finish is usually the cheapest option and will match almost any décor. Go for a standard wood or vinyl seat and, if you have time to do it yourself, look for chairs that come with the seat detached.

5. Buy in-stock items – By not ordering custom made restaurant furniture you save a lot of money and time. Commercial furniture stores usually have a stock of ready-made furniture that is ready to ship at a days’ notice. This means that the quick-ship or in-stock items are not only cheaper than custom made ones but they ship faster too.

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How to Spot Quality Commercial Furniture

Dec 12
Posted by Daniel in Commercial Seating, Restaurant, Restaurant Chairs, Restaurant Furniture, restaurant seating

Restaurant FurnitureWhen you are furnishing your restaurant, finding quality seating is an important step.  While style and practicality are important elements, finding durable seating that will last for years is equally important.  To find the right furniture for your restaurant, there are several factors you should consider.  The following is a list of helpful tips that will teach you how to spot quality commercial furniture as you shop.

  • Look for chairs that come fully assembled. Manufacturers who do all of the assembly themselves can inspect each chair to make sure it meets their standards.  Manufacturers who sell assembled chairs are also more likely to address concerns you may have about the quality of your chairs.  Assembling the large number of chairs you need for a restaurant can be very time consuming as well, using time that could be spent doing other, more important tasks.
  • Ask if the chairs you are purchasing have been tested for weight and durability. Many chairs that are advertised for commercial use are better suited for home use as they cannot stand up to the constant use that is required in a restaurant setting.  Along the same line, ask the manufacturer if they specialize in restaurant or commercial furniture, which can give you an idea of the quality of their products and their suitability for restaurant use. One such quality standard is the BIFMA standard for commercial furniture products. (more…)
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