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Following trends or keeping brand style consistent
Considering sustainability and alignment with brand values
Maintaining the highest health and safety standards
Budget constraints and considerations
There are a number of reasons why a restaurant might want to refresh its interior and furniture. It may be that you’re looking for a brand refresh, or you might be looking to simply replace tired and worn furniture.
The furniture you choose can set the tone for your business as a whole and can impact customer satisfaction. When deciding whether to refurbish or invest in new contract pieces, there are a few things to consider in order to make the right decision.
Below, we’ll explore some of the factors you should consider when choosing whether to refurbish existing restaurant furniture or invest in new contract pieces.
Following trends or keeping brand style consistent
Changing design trends are a common reason why restaurants choose to switch up their contract furniture. For some, a change of colour scheme may be all it takes to bring things in line with new designs; for others, a complete furniture overhaul might be needed.
If you’re looking for a colour change or to refresh your brand colours, then a refurbishment of your current pieces may be all that’s needed.
However, it’s worth remembering to keep in mind the cost of hiring qualified upholsterers for upholstery changes on restaurant chairs. It’s also essential to consider the materials your current furniture is made from, as some may not be suitable for painting, limiting you in the ways you can refurbish your current furniture.
If you want to completely refresh your brand aesthetic, then investing in new contract furniture may be needed. This gives you more freedom when choosing styles, finishes and upholstery, allowing you full control of your rebrand. Investing in completely new furniture can also help to better keep your brand identity consistent, allowing you to more easily replace damaged or worn-out furniture over time.
Considering sustainability and alignment with brand values
If being consciously sustainable is part of your overall brand values, refurbishing the furniture you already have may seem like a great way to align your restaurant space with your brand ethos.
Choosing to refurbish or refresh the furniture you currently have can help you maintain a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to your business. However, it’s worth noting that there are ways to maintain sustainability and still invest in new pieces.
Warner Contract Furniture uses UK suppliers to help reduce the amount of carbon emissions caused by choosing non-UK contract furniture suppliers. By keeping delivery mileage small, we can help reduce the environmental impact often caused by contract furniture suppliers.
Maintaining the highest health and safety standards
One of the biggest factors to keep in mind when deciding whether to refurbish or invest in new contract pieces is health and safety. Faulty or outdated furniture can prove a health and safety risk if not properly addressed, so refurbishment needs to be carefully considered based on the age and condition of your pieces.
Although refurbishment may make sense from a budget or sustainability perspective, if your furniture is overused and reaching the end of its life span, you may need to replace it to keep in line with health and safety guidance.
If your furniture is below 5 years old, refurbishment could be a good option; however, if your furniture is over 5 years old, it’s worth considering the quality of your furniture and whether investing in new pieces might be a safer route to go down.
Budget constraints and considerations
One of the most common reasons why restaurants choose to refurbish rather than invest in new furniture is budget. If budgets are tight, but you find your furniture needs a refresh or realignment, refurbishment could be the best option. However, this depends on the other factors mentioned in this guide, including the condition of your current furniture and desired styles.
Restaurant furniture doesn’t have to be expensive; we have a number of affordable options that can be customised to suit your needs. So, if you think investing in new pieces might be a better choice for you, then explore our restaurant furniture in our online shop, or get in touch with our sales team to get assistance with finding the perfect pieces.