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I am one of the owner/operaters of the Friendly Foam Shop. We have been in business for 35 years...
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I am one of the owner/operaters of the Friendly Foam Shop. We have been in business for 35 years and, in that time, we have logged over 212,500 customer sales. Of that amount, we have had 119 bad customer reviews/complaints, which leaves us with a customer satisfaction rating of 99.95 percent. I sincerely apologize to anyone that had a negative experience at our shop; a lot of what we do is custom work, and we can sometimes make errors/miscommunicate/have an off day. In my short time on this planet, I have also found that it is easier to complain than to compliment. Again, my apologies to anyone that felt we were negligent in any facet of our customer service/product offering. We're only human, and we do try our best.
Pros: We try our best
Cons: We're human
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Sure it isn't cheap and that is because the pieces are exceptional. Nice selection, good color...
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Sure it isn't cheap and that is because the pieces are exceptional. Nice selection, good color choices, very entrepreneurial-lending couches until your special piece is ready is a really nice touch. They know what they are doing and bring a special zing to the area.
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I didn't think I'd be able to afford a leather sofa, even used, but when I saw the mauve one here...
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I didn't think I'd be able to afford a leather sofa, even used, but when I saw the mauve one here for under $400, I knew it would have to be mine. The owners here were great, even delivered it to our apartment for a nominal fee. This is supposed to be a "used" furniture shop, but it feels more like an "antique" one. Except for the prices! Maybe garage sale is the term I want. At any rate, if you need anything that you don't want to fall apart and don't want to spend a bundle, check this place out!
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Shiga's, a fixture on the Ave, carries a wide variety of Asian (mostly Chinese and Japanese)...
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Shiga's, a fixture on the Ave, carries a wide variety of Asian (mostly Chinese and Japanese) things, from kitchenware to mats to stationery.
I think they also specialize in futons, although I'm not really familiar with their selection in that section.
It's not really as great a place as it could be, but there are various little interesting things to be found if you look around. They have some teas like Himalayan blackberry, for one thing.
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Antika
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Furniture
8421 Greenwood Ave N
Seattle,
Washington 98103
To review this wonderful furniture/antique shop is tricky, as very major international currency...
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To review this wonderful furniture/antique shop is tricky, as very major international currency rates determine what you will find there. Example, if I wish tio buy a men's chest of drawers, in perfect condition, made in England circa 1930, it would probably cost 700 british pounds. Which as of September 2007 would run $1400 US dollars. The friendly proprietor goes to the UK constantly, steering away from the more expensive London houses towards stores and dealers in the English north. The miracle is, despite the currency, he still comes away with good stuff.
And our house is stacked with it. Prices are not cheap, but again, in England 2007 a cup of Starbucks coffee will set you back $8 or 9 US dollars. I believe this business should be supported, and I'm sorry that my limited finances and the rising value of the British pound have meant that I can rarely buy from them again.
Pros: Wonderful euro-centric stuff
Cons: expensive due to the collapsing dollar - not Antika's fault
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Area 51
Category:
Furniture
401 E Pine St
Seattle,
Washington 98122
i don't know why people had problems with the customer service. my girlfriend and i had a great...
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i don't know why people had problems with the customer service. my girlfriend and i had a great time with the sales person and the warehouse people.
the salesperson was patient and knowledgeable, and when we decided we wanted what was in the window, he told us he could get us a new one at floor model price.
the warehouse people were quick at the loading zone, and also very friendly. when my dad and i had trouble loading it into our apartment (our own fault), they even gave us some replacement parts at no cost. very helpful.
the furniture is catchy, and reasonably priced. if it fits your style, i'd highly suggest shopping here. my experience with the staff was stellar (and we're young, so we're used to being ignored at pricier stores).
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Area 51
Category:
Furniture
401 E Pine St
Seattle,
Washington 98122
(206) 568-4782
The service at this store is fantastic. I've gotten floor deals on new furniture. I've picked up...
More 11 months ago
The service at this store is fantastic. I've gotten floor deals on new furniture. I've picked up replacement couch legs for free. And the wonderful Dave made a quick house call (free of course) to fix the buttons on my couch. They really take care of their customers.
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I think Armadillo is both great for shopping and consignment. They have a constantly changing...
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I think Armadillo is both great for shopping and consignment. They have a constantly changing variety of items such as furniture, art, clothes, shoes, jewelry, home and garden items. I have taken in some things for consignment and I am always well recieved by Wayne and his employees. They are very friendly and most helpful. Another thing I like is that Armadillo is so easy to find and there is plenty of free parking.
Pros: Easy to find, free parking and great variety.
Cons: Closed Mondays.
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Hello Richard,
What do you consider "modern"? Are you looking for chrome and pleather...
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Hello Richard,
What do you consider "modern"? Are you looking for chrome and pleather or simply less ornamental lines to the furniture? Babys R Us has a bunch of stuff that isn't on the floor on their store. Likewise, many "bare wood" furniture shops have fewer "whoopdies" and fancy curly-cues, and you have the added bonus of being able to paint or stain it any color you like (most will do it for you for a small charge). You can also adapt "adult" furniture to baby's needs. Remember that crib bars should be narrow enough that you can't pass a soda can through them. Ties should be less than 4" long. Nothing flamable or "kooshie".
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