Should you buy or hire office furniture?
While office furniture can be costly, it's an essential aspect that adds to the whole function and
design of the office. Choosing whether to buy or hire your furniture requires sitting down and considering the pros and cons of each Here are some tips to help you determine which solution works best for your needs and budget.
Hire
When you need furniture ASAP!
Do you have a project starting soon and you need to equip your office suddenly?
Buying furniture has long lead times and it can often take months to arrive. When you rent your furniture, it can be supplied to you in less than 24 hours (eliminating downtime).
Company growth is unpredicatable
It's difficult to predict the company's growth and account for rapid hiring and changing space needs What if you win a big project and need to hire staff to handle the extra workloads? Or if your business is seasonal or volatile? Renting gives the ultimate flexibility and allows you to adjust your furniture based on your needs
If you have a short-term lease or you're subleasing
Maybe you're a start-up that prefers to sign a short-term lease, or you found a fantastic location, but it has a short-term sublease Hiring your furniture in these situations makes it easier for you to relocate They can take care of all the setup and tear downs and exchange items if they're broken or faulty
Buy
If you have the time and capital
If you have the capital and you plan to be in your location for several years, than buying furniture will likely make the most sense. On the other hand, if you continue to just lease it you could end up spending more than you would have if you just bought it outright.
When you're after a specific range of office furniture
Sometimes purchasing office furniture enables you to explore more options in terms of designs, colours, fabrics If you prefer to buy your furniture, our team can assist you by taking care of the entire consultation, procurement, and installation
No fees if the furniture is damaged
If the furniture that you own is damaged, you do not have to worry about paying any fees for the damage. However, you will still have to pay the bills to repair or clean your own furniture