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Fredericksburg, Texas 78624(830) 990-2977 • Fax (830) 990-9122
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Penny-wise & Pound Foolish?
Beware of Fly-by-night Internet Amish "Discounters"
Amish and Mennonite furniture is big business. There are dozens of Amish producers, with their own catalogs of items. Anything you find in the catalog, we can get for you in the stain, upholstery, and details you want.
Of course, we're not the only ones in this business. Internet "Discounters" advertise on the web that they save you money for the same thing. Many of these operators are just a guy operating from his basement. Don't be fooled by a fancy website—that's just a collection of files on a server.
Many folks these days are looking for a bargain. But "value" is more than a low price. Consider the following table, adapted from one produced by some friends of ours in Arizona:
| Internet "Discounter" | Amish Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Payment | Most internet "discounters" require payment in full before your order even ships. | Put 50% down when you place your order. The balance is due upon delivery, setup, and your satisfaction. |
| Shipping Delivery Setup | Most "discounters" use a common carrier. If damage occurs, you are usually required to accept the furniture anyway and file a claim with the shipper. Many shippers offer only "curbside service." | Our own driver picks up your furniture from the craftsmen's shops and delivers it directly to us. We inspect for damage and accept responsibility. You have an experienced furniture team deliver your furniture, including setup in your home. |
| Quality Control | Many of the "discounters" never even see the items you order. They place a remote order, and you get to check it yourself. | All our deliveries come through our shop, where we are able to adjust drawers, hardware, and even finish issues. |
| Warranty and Service | Most "discounters" offer a one-year warranty. Service is usually "do-it-yourself." | We back our furniture with a repair-or-replace two year warranty. In many cases we will come out and address issues ourselves. |
| Value and Trust | Yeah, you save a few bucks. | We have long term relationships with our suppliers. We would never sell a cheap knock-off. We offer a knowledgeable staff who can help you through the entire process. |
Did you know? A growing number of quality Amish Manufacturers refuse to sell through anyone who does not have a shop. They themselves have been burned by these fly-by-night "discounters." Do you want to join the sad folks who have had a bad experience?
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Come in and See Us
You may see what you like right in the store. We have a large selection, and we've found items that people like. Of course, if you want a special order, we can do that, too. And we'll do it right.
Don't trust your computer monitor to see what a stain looks like on a wood. Monitor colors are notoriously unreliable. Come in and see the real thing.