Ordering a New Sofa for Christmas? Why It Pays to Shop Early
Christmas might still feel a little way off, but if you're hoping to have a new sofa, recliner or chair in your living room for Christmas, now is a very good time to start looking.
At Furniture Warehouse North East, we currently have a huge choice of sofas, recliners, chairs and living room furniture that can be delivered in time for Christmas. However, as we move further into autumn, Christmas delivery cut-off dates for some manufacturers and made-to-order ranges will begin to arrive.
That doesn't mean you won't be able to buy a new sofa closer to Christmas. Far from it. We'll continue to have furniture in stock and models available for quicker delivery.
What it does mean is that the earlier you shop, the more choice you'll have.
So, if you've been thinking about treating your home to something new this Christmas, here are a few reasons why now could be the perfect time to start looking.
Get the Sofa You Really Want, Not Just What's Available
One of the biggest advantages of shopping early is simple: choice.
At the moment, we have our usual wide selection of sofas and chairs available, with many ranges offering a choice of sizes, colours, fabrics, leathers and configurations.
That gives you the opportunity to choose the furniture that really suits your home.
You might want a comfortable recliner sofa to relax on winter evenings, a spacious corner sofa for the whole family, a traditional three-seater sofa, or perhaps an extra armchair to create more seating for guests.
As Christmas gets closer, some manufacturers will reach their cut-off dates for guaranteed pre-Christmas delivery. Popular models, colours and configurations can also become harder to obtain at short notice.
Shopping earlier gives you the best chance of getting exactly what you want and having it in your home ready for Christmas.
Make Your Living Room Ready for Christmas
For many of us, Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year at home.
Family comes round. Friends visit. The kids and grandchildren take over the living room. There are Christmas films to watch, Boxing Day football to enjoy and plenty of evenings when everyone simply wants somewhere comfortable to sit and relax.
Suddenly, having enough comfortable seating becomes rather important.
If your current sofa has seen better days, you've been meaning to add an extra chair, or you've always fancied putting your feet up on a proper recliner, Christmas can be the perfect reason to finally make the change.
For families who need plenty of seating, a corner sofa can be a particularly good choice, while a comfortable armchair or recliner chair can provide that valuable extra seat when friends and relatives arrive.
After all, during the colder months your living room is often where you spend most of your time.
A comfortable new sofa or recliner isn't just about making the room look good for Christmas Day. It's something you'll be able to enjoy throughout the winter and for many years afterwards.
Order Early and Get the Widest Choice
We don't want customers to think there is suddenly a date after which it's impossible to get a sofa before Christmas.
That's not the case.
As we get closer to December, we'll still have sofas, recliners, chairs and other furniture in stock for quicker delivery.
However, the choice will naturally become more limited.
Some made-to-order ranges may no longer be available for delivery before Christmas, while particularly popular stock models can sell out as the festive period approaches.
That's why we'd recommend starting your search now if there's something particular you have in mind.
The earlier you choose, the more options you'll have.
And if you've already spotted something you like, don't be afraid to ask us about it. Our team can check the latest lead time for a particular model and let you know whether we expect to be able to get it to you before Christmas.
A Few of Our Christmas Sofa & Recliner Picks
To give you an idea of why it's worth starting your search early, here are a few ranges currently worth considering.
Nyla Leather Sofa - Order by 9th November for Christmas Delivery
If you've got your eye on our Nyla Leather Sofa, this is one where we already have an important date for the diary.
The current Christmas delivery cut-off is 9th November.
The Nyla is a beautiful leather range that's available in a selection of sizes, making it a great option if you're looking to upgrade your living room before Christmas.
Because we already have a confirmed Christmas cut-off for this range, we'd recommend choosing and ordering your preferred Nyla configuration well ahead of the deadline rather than leaving it until the last few days.
Interested in the Nyla? Get in touch with us or visit our Sunderland store and we'll confirm the latest Christmas delivery information before you order.
Portofino Leather Sofa - Worth Ordering Early
Our Portofino Leather Sofa is another excellent option if you're thinking about a new leather suite for Christmas.
We don't currently have a confirmed Christmas cut-off date for the Portofino, but that's exactly why we'd recommend ordering sooner rather than waiting for a deadline to be announced.
Manufacturer lead times can change as order books fill up, particularly during the busy run-up to Christmas.
If the Portofino is the sofa you've got your heart set on, speak to us and we'll check the latest lead time before you place your order.
Charlie Sofa - Don't Wait for a Cut-Off Date
The same applies to our Charlie Sofa.
There isn't currently an announced Christmas cut-off date for the Charlie, but customers wanting a particular size, colour or configuration for Christmas should consider ordering early while the widest choice is still available.
If you like the Charlie, contact us and we can check the current expected delivery time for the exact model you're considering.
Menton Manual Recliner - A Great Option for Quicker Delivery
What if you've left things a little later?
That's where models such as our Menton Manual Recliner become particularly useful.
We expect the Menton to be one of the ranges we'll have available from stock, making it a great option for customers looking for a comfortable recliner without the longer lead times associated with some made-to-order furniture.
Stock availability can naturally change as items are sold, particularly approaching Christmas, so we'd still recommend checking with us before ordering.
And this is an important point: even after some manufacturers' Christmas cut-off dates have passed, we'll still have furniture available for delivery before Christmas.
You'll simply have a smaller selection to choose from than customers who start shopping earlier.
Avoid Buying Everything at Once in December
There's another advantage to sorting your furniture a little earlier: Christmas is expensive enough already.
By December, there are presents to buy, food to organise, nights out, Christmas parties and all the other expenses that seem to arrive at exactly the same time.
If you're already planning to replace your sofa or buy a new recliner, ordering earlier in the autumn can help separate that purchase from the main Christmas spending period.
It also means you can get the big decisions out of the way now and enjoy the run-up to Christmas knowing that your new furniture is already sorted.
Finance Options Are Available
We also understand that buying a new sofa or suite can be a significant purchase. That's why finance options are available both online and in our stores, giving eligible customers different ways to pay for their new furniture.
If you'd like to know more about the options available, you can speak to our team in store or take a look at the payment options when shopping online.
As always, we'd recommend choosing the payment method that works best for you and your budget.
Find Your Perfect Sofa for Christmas
Buying a sofa is all about finding the right combination of comfort, style and size, so why not come and try your favourites for yourself?
Visit our Sunderland or Chester-le-Street furniture stores to try our sofas and recliners, compare fabrics and colours, and speak to our team about current Christmas lead times.
Alternatively, browse our sofas and chairs online and shortlist your favourites from home. If you spot something you love, simply get in touch and we'll check the latest availability and expected delivery time for you.
We'll still have furniture available as Christmas gets closer, but shopping earlier gives you the widest choice and the best chance of getting exactly what you want in time for Christmas.
Browse online, visit us in store, or contact our team to check the Christmas lead time on a particular model.
