Indigo Living's Furniture Rental Expert Answers Your Questions

People rent living space, cars, even clothing and now leasing and renting furniture is seeing a resurgence in popularity. The sharing economy is constantly growing and, with it, the demand for rented furniture.

This trend is primarily driven by those not wanting to be tied down, unsure of when they’ll be moving countries, prefer to be eco-conscious and yet do not want to sacrifice their interior style.

Gloria Cheng our Indigo furniture specialist tells us more about this growing trend and all the benefits it brings.

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What changes and issues has Covid-19 had on the Furniture rental business?

We have noticed the shipping costs have gone up, availabilities to book them are rare and subject to a number of delays. This has meant that people relocating are preferring and opting to lease furniture more , as it is convenient and more cost effective. Also, as a number of expatriates leave HK there are now more landlords opting to rent furniture to help showcase their property and make it more appealing on the rental market.

Has your furniture rental customer changed in 2020-2021?

We have seen an increase in millennials and young couples preferring to rent. For them it’s all about total flexibility and affordability. Most millennials are opting to rent their apartment and prefer practical, functional pieces that are on trend but given smaller spaces, there are limitations to what they can choose. Indigo’s new small apartment living collections offer them what they need without having to compromise on style or budget. Monthly leasing also makes it easier on their cashflow with the option to purchase the pieces at the end of their lease.

Which pieces of furniture do you rent out the most?

"Most of our clients will go for full house packages, including furniture, kitchenware, electronics and bedlinen. Most people prefer to furnish the whole apartment because it’s hassle-free; this way, their home is ready to move into when they arrive. It’s one less worry when they’re planning their move, especially if they’re coming from overseas."

For how long do people normally rent, and why?

It really depends on each client’s individual needs. Some rent furniture and household items on a short-term basis – one month or more – and this is often while they wait for their shipments to arrive. Some clients will also rent beds from us on a short-term basis, if they have guests coming to stay, for example. Or they will rent dining chairs and dinnerware from us for parties. Some clients, meanwhile, go for long-term rentals; one year or more. Expats moving to Hong Kong from overseas will often rent in order to avoid finding that their furniture from home doesn’t fit in their new flat, or to prevent their furniture from being damaged in the shipping process. Landlords often come to us for furniture rentals for their tenants, because individual tenants tend to have such different requirements. Our long-term lease can run in compliance with apartment leases, too.

How much notice do you need?

How long does it take to go from someone picking the furniture and ordering it to delivery? We need as little as five working days’ notice. Of course, the earlier you inform us of your delivery and pick-up dates, the sooner we can check availability and reserve your chosen date and time. Our reservation system runs on a first come, first-reserve basis. We offer flexible leasing terms, lease extensions, maintenance services throughout your contract and we can set it all up so you feel at home the moment you walk through the door. All with no minimum monthly rental fee. We can easily work within your budget, and we have a comprehensive team on hand for support. Plus, we offer design consulting services to help you achieve your dream look. And lastly, if you really love your furniture at the end of your contract, we offer buy-back options.

How Does it Work?

Those interested can enquire through Indigo Living’s site, under Furniture Rental.

For short-term rentals, all you need to do is:

• Complete the order form in person or on our website; let us know the size of your family and how many items you need.

• Sign the agreement.

• Confirm your delivery schedule… then leave the rest to us.

For long-term rentals:

• Visit our showroom or website.

• Select the furniture you want –including kids’ furniture – plus let us know the function of each room and the size of your family.

• Our consultant can then do a site inspection with you and guide you in selecting furniture.

• Sign the agreement.

• Confirm your delivery schedule… and leave the rest to us.

For more information or to get a free personalised quote, contact +852 2555 4630 or email rental@indigo-living.com