Specification checklist
Record overall dimensions, materials, load limits, assembly requirements and finish samples. Specify hardware and replacement parts.
Inspection questions
Check finish, joints, dimensions and included hardware. Photos cannot substitute for an appropriate structural test.
Transport considerations
Compare assembled and flat-pack volume. Agree moisture protection, corner protection and delivery access.
Look beyond the product price.
Confirm unit price, packaging, sample and inspection charges, freight, duties and taxes, and local delivery. Quantity, packed dimensions, material and required documentation can change the total. There is no universal duty rate or delivery promise.
SOURCING NOTES
Furniture
Chairs, tables, shelving and furniture components
Before asking for a quote
- Are assembly instructions, hardware and replacement parts specified?
- Which measurements and load expectations must be checked?
- Will packed dimensions and access allow safe handover?
Read the estimate in separate parts
- Product & packaging
- Confirm the exact model, variant quantities, unit basis and carton specification.
- Sourcing & inspection
- Ask which coordination tasks, sample costs and agreed checks are included or charged separately.
- Freight & handling
- Check packed weight and volume, chargeable basis, route and origin/destination handling.
- Duties, taxes & clearance
- Identify who confirms classification, required documents and item-specific applicable charges.
- Local delivery & exclusions
- Confirm the delivery scope, unloading arrangements, possible extras and quote validity.