Buying Guide

Buying Guides

Before buying furniture you will live with for a decade, ten minutes of homework is worth it. These guides from the MUXI styling team explain the pros and cons honestly, so you can choose what truly fits your home.

How to Choose a Sofa: Size, Fabric & Recliner Guide

How to Choose a Sofa: Size, Fabric & Recliner Guide

What makes a good sofa? Seat count, seat depth, fabric vs leather, power or fixed — the key decisions in one guide.

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Power Recliner Sofa Buying Guide

Power Recliner Sofa Buying Guide

Do power sofas break easily? How long do they last? An honest look at the drawbacks, lifespan and why the OKIN motor matters.

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How to Choose Solid Wood Furniture

How to Choose Solid Wood Furniture

How is solid wood different from veneer and particle board? How to pick oak, ash or walnut? An honest look at the pros, cons and care in a humid climate.

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Sintered Stone Furniture: How to Choose

Sintered Stone Furniture: How to Choose

What sintered stone is, how it compares with natural marble and solid wood tops, how to read thickness and frame quality, plus sizing and care.

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Kitchen Island Dining Table Size & Height Guide

Kitchen Island Dining Table Size & Height Guide

Standard dining table height, island counter height, chair pairing rules and clearance planning — all in one guide.

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Interior Style & Furniture Pairing Guide

Interior Style & Furniture Pairing Guide

Cream style, modern minimalist or light luxury? Colour, material and furniture pairing formulas to set the tone of your home.

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Sofa Fabric Guide: Pet-Friendly Fabric, Tech Cloth & Leather

Sofa Fabric Guide: Pet-Friendly Fabric, Tech Cloth & Leather

Which fabric for homes with pets? Does it feel hot, will it peel? Durability and cleaning compared across the three mainstream options.

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Custom Furniture: From Consultation to Delivery

Custom Furniture: From Consultation to Delivery

How long does custom take? Where is quality checked? The six-step process, lead-time planning and pre-order checklist.

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Before Your Furniture Arrives: Lift, Stairs & Access

Before Your Furniture Arrives: Lift, Stairs & Access

What if the sofa doesn't fit the lift? The 5 access points to measure before ordering large furniture.

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