To compare furniture quotations fairly, make sure each quote describes the same scope. A lower headline number may refer to a different size, upholstery, number of pieces or delivery arrangement. A clear specification lets you compare the furniture you will receive rather than a product name and a total.
Give every room a short item list
Create one line per item with its product link, quantity and proposed location. Record the exact configuration: a sofa with or without side platforms, a bed with or without bedside tables, and a cabinet with its intended finish.
For example, a shortlist might include the Vega Sofa, Gabba Fluted Bed and Trend Buffet. Their photographs help identify the design, but the written quotation still needs to say what components are included.
Compare dimensions and materials line by line
Record overall width, depth and height in the same units across quotations. Include open dimensions for mechanisms and internal dimensions where storage is important. Do not accept mattress size as the only measurement for a bed with an extended headboard.
Ask for the upholstery and finish codes, material descriptions and approved samples. If a seller proposes an alternative, give it a separate line instead of allowing the original description to remain unchanged. That makes substitutions visible before they become installation-day surprises.
Separate the product from the delivery scope
Ask what the quoted total includes: packing, transport, floor access, assembly, placement and removal of packaging. Note any exclusions or items that will be priced after a site assessment. Describe lift dimensions, stairs and building restrictions before a delivery arrangement is agreed.
For imported or specially sourced furniture, request a project-specific timeline and responsibilities. A sourcing estimate and a quotation for locally available furniture may cover different stages. Avoid comparing them as though both are immediately deliverable.
Document approvals and changes
Keep a dated copy of the approved product configuration and samples. If the size, fabric or finish changes, request an updated quotation or written confirmation identifying the change. A message saying same as discussed is less useful than a specific code and dimension.
Record the expected availability or lead time as a dated statement, not a permanent promise. Ask how you will be informed if a component or finish becomes unavailable and how alternatives will be approved.
Use the showroom visit to resolve the remaining questions
Bring the shortlist and mark what must be tested: seating comfort, drawer access, finish samples or mechanism operation. At Avian’s MG Road and Sultanpur showrooms, confirm the display location of specific pieces before travelling so the visit addresses the unresolved items.
Keep the final decision focused on suitability, specification and the complete service scope. A well-organised quotation comparison makes it easier to choose a room that works together and to keep the order clear from selection through installation.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I compare only the final total?
Compare totals after checking that the dimensions, materials, quantities and service scope are equivalent.
What is the most useful thing to bring to a showroom?
A measured room plan and a short product list with the specific questions that remain unanswered.
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Plan your Avian showroom visit
Bring your room measurements, photographs and product shortlist to Avian Lifestyle in Delhi NCR. Check the relevant display location before travelling to MG Road, Sultanpur or Gadaipur.
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