Our Guide To Buying Antiques Online
Buying an antique piece can be incredibly exciting and rewarding, as each item has its unique story to tell. Where do you buy antiques online? Where do we buy antiques from? Usually, you’ll find them at car boot sales, flea markets, charity shops and general auction houses; but these places all can be very chaotic, disordered and intimidating for the first time. Buying antiques online is a much easier and accessible way to find that perfect piece you’re looking for!
IMPROVING ANTIQUES ONLINE
The world we live in today is technology driven, the digital world is increasing every day, so we have adapted to this demand. We’ve improved our online service and have taken buying antiques into the digital platform.
Our website has become a digital catalogue that you can browse on the go, or from the comfort of your own home. If you’re worried that it’ll be trickier for you to judge antiques online, rather than in person, fear not. We have an in-house studio where we photograph each item, in all its glory, with a thorough description and condition report.
BUYING ANTIQUES ONLINE
If buying antiques online seems difficult, it’s always handy having some sort of antiques knowledge. A simple beginners guide to buying antiques is assessing the value of the antique. The main factors to consider are:
- Age
- Quality
- Historical Significance
- Rarity
It’s down to personal preference if the piece is valuable, but if you have the main information and do your research about the antique, it’s up to yourself to determine whether it’s the perfect match or not. You might be feeling overwhelmed and intimidated by all the new terminology, if you’d like to continue reading and gather more knowledge about antiques, have a read of our ‘Antique Furniture Terminology’ blog.
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BENEFITS OF ANTIQUES ONLINE
If you’re new to the world of antiques, and are unsure of where to start, browsing online is a great place to be. There is often a great variety online, making it a brilliant marketplace. Our website is categorized, helping you decide to pinpoint what you’re looking for.
If you’re just browsing and are unsure on what you like, it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with the key periods in history, to see which trends you prefer. You’re able to shop by style, material ,era or room. Making your shopping experience easy and exciting. We’re also open Monday to Saturday so if you’d like to see your perfect piece in person before buying come and visit our chapel showroom. We also offer free delivery, so you don’t need to worry about trying to fit that perfect piece into your car that day!
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Overall, buying antiques online is a more hassle-free style of shopping. Check out our New In section to see our ever-expanding collection. But remember, be quick, and follow your heart, as they’re one-piece wonders, and aren’t up for long!
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