When it comes to running a sofa business, choosing the right sofa supplier can make everything easier.
As a leather sofa factory, we are here to help with 8 tips on how to choose the right B2B sofa supplier.

The global furniture market is estimated to be worth US$557 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow year on year.
With such a large furniture market, selecting the best B2B sofa supplier for your commercial building or furniture shop can be a daunting task.
Continue reading this guide to learn how to choose the right B2B sofa supplier for your business or project.

Iconic Society Furniture-Leather Sofa Factory

What is a B2B furniture supplier? 

Furniture suppliers and manufacturers are businesses that offer a range of furniture products for home decoration and furnishings.

B2B furniture suppliers or manufacturers are companies 

that manufacture or distribute furniture products specifically for business-to-business (B2B) transactions.
This means that they usually sell furniture products to other businesses or to customers 

who purchase bulk quantities of furniture, rather than selling them directly to consumers at retail.

Furniture suppliers can be wholesale businesses that source furniture from manufacturers 

or import furniture directly and are primarily responsible for selling and distributing the products, 

while furniture manufacturers are responsible for producing and manufacturing these products.

A furniture manufacturer can often be a furniture supplier, selling and distributing both furniture products.
A sofa supplier is a furniture supplier whose main product is a sofa, 

although they often have other product ranges, such as Iconic Society Furniture.

B2B furniture manufacturers often have a large production capacity and offer a wide range of styles 

of furniture such as sofas, dining chairs, accent chairs, tables, and other types of furniture to meet the needs of corporate clients.

They may also offer bespoke furniture solutions, to meet the specific requirements of their corporate clients.

The importance of choosing the right sofa supplier? 

The right sofa supplier can play an important role when you are choosing to buy furniture in bulk, especially sofas.

The right sofa supplier affects not only the quality of your product, but also other aspects.

They can offer you a wide range of product options, bespoke solutions and marketing support services, 

expert advice, after-sales service to help you boost your sales in the furniture industry.

8 tips for finding the best B2B sofa supplier 

1. Check the style of the product

Common furniture and sofa styles include classic practical field, modern Scandinavian style, 

rustic mid-century modern, rugged metal industrial style, etc.
Many different interior design styles can be popular in different regions.
As well as through decoration, there are different ways to express the interior design style.
For example, choose chic furniture to create an aesthetically pleasing and sophisticated atmosphere, 

or incorporate vintage accessories to achieve a more laid-back and traditional atmosphere in your space.

As many furniture manufacturers tend to offer a certain type of unique and distinctive design, 

it is vital to check that your preferred sofa supplier offers the style of sofa you are looking for.

You can research and contact manufacturers online, for example by checking their official websites 

and verifying that the designs and models created by each company match your style, 

that there are examples of previous transactions, 

as well as keeping an eye on the importance they place on their products and that the materials used are natural, sturdy and long-lasting.

By doing this, you can be sure to get the type of sofa your target market is looking for.
Once you have identified at least three suitable suppliers, 

you can start to evaluate other factors to narrow down your choices and select the best B2B sofa supplier.

2. Look for a supplier with a range of products

As your business grows, you may want to expand your product range beyond sofas.
Look for a supplier that offers a range of furniture products 

so that you can easily add new products to your line-up without having to change suppliers.
Working with the same furniture supplier over a long period of time can often result in more discounts and convenience.

At Iconic Society Furniture, we offer a wide range of sofas, bar chairs, office chairs, accent chairs, 

dining chairs, lounge chairs, club chairs, bar stools, desks, coffee tables, etc.
From classic to modern, from leather to fabric, and with customization.

3. Look for a reputable supplier

When choosing a sofa supplier, it is important that the furniture supplier you choose is reliable enough to find a reputable company.
A good trusting relationship between the interior designer/retailer and the furniture supplier greatly affects the furniture business.
Check the furniture supplier's social media accounts and browse their website 

for online reviews and view fan interactions to get an idea of their reputation.
Next, examine how they treat their customers by reading reviews on their websites and try 

to contact (super) them to see if they will follow up on your needs in a timely manner or if they want to maintain a relationship with you.
A reliable and reputable furniture manufacturer should be able to provide timely and detailed feedback based on your queries and needs.

4. Consider their manufacturing capabilities

It is important to choose a supplier who has the manufacturing capacity to produce the type of sofa your business or operation requires.
For example, if you are looking for a leather sofa, 

look for a furniture manufacturer that has a leather sofa factory and experience in producing quality leather products.
Sufficient manufacturing capacity will also determine whether the sofa manufacturer will deliver the goods within the specified time frame.

As a sofa manufacturer, Iconic Society Furniture has a production workshop and showroom of over 10,000 square meters.
There is also a team of craftsmen with more than 20 years of experience in production, 

who make every effort to produce our handcrafted furniture of the highest quality.

5. Assess the quality of their products

Quality is the key to furniture manufacturing.
Make sure the sofa supplier you choose uses quality materials for production and has the attention to detail to produce quality furniture.
Find out if they have robust quality control processes in place to ensure that every sofa 

that leaves their factory meets your standards and those of your customers.
You can get a feel for the quality of the materials they use by buying samples from them.
Move in yourself or have your agent go directly to their showroom and factory to see for yourself if their furniture meets your requirements.
Also take a tour of the factory to check that their manufacturing process is as they advertise.

6. Check their delivery times

As a furniture manufacturer, the ability to deliver on time is vital to your business.
Look for a supplier who can deliver your products on time, and every time.
Ask for estimated delivery times and make sure they are in line with your own production schedule.
Find out if they will follow up with you on the production progress of your order 

so that you have a good idea of your goods even if they are a long way away.

7. Consider their pricing

It is important to choose a sofa supplier that offers competitive prices, but cost is not the only point.
Make a list of all the furniture you need and your budget and use them to compare several suppliers.
Look for a supplier who can offer you good value for money without compromising on quality.

8. Check their customer service

Good customer service is vital when choosing a B2B sofa supplier.
Look for a supplier that is responsive to your queries and can provide clear and open communication.
Make sure they can receive your needs, expectations 

and answer any concerns you may have in a clear and concise manner, and build a partnership.

Furthermore, ensure that they can provide prompt and professional customer service should any issues arise.

In addition, consider whether they offer additional add-on services such as bespoke solutions.
Bespoke services are at the heart of Iconic Society Furniture and we welcome you to share your own ideas and inspiration.
From the drawing board to the factory floor to your warehouse to your customers, 

we will help you bring your vision to life and work with you to create a piece that suits your specific needs and preferences.

Contact a reliable furniture supplier now 

In short, choosing the right sofa supplier for your business is vital to your business.
Following these tips can help you find a suitable and trustworthy B2B furniture 

and sofa supplier that offers quality products and timely delivery to help your business grow.
As a professional sofa manufacturer from China, Iconic Society has over 10 years of experience in handcrafted furniture production.

At Iconic Society Furniture , we work closely with architects, interior designers, 

general contractors and furniture dealers to design, manufacture and sell a wide range of furniture in a variety of types and styles. 

View our product range.

Contact us now to consult with our experts and start sourcing quality and affordable furniture.

"Furniture, passionately built to stand up to time.
Furniture for a sustainable planet.
Furniture for life.

Welcome to Iconic Society.”  -Anna Tan  Founder

***FAQ***

1. Why import furniture from China?

There are many reasons why people choose to import sofas from China.
Good quality, a variety of styles, affordable prices, a wide selection, customisation options and much more.
In another article we have given examples of 7 benefits of importing furniture from China.

2. How do I find the best sofa for my target market?

Because of the diversity of the world, the preferred sofas will vary from market to market.
In the UK, for example, people have always been attracted to traditional English sofas, 

while in East Asia, such as Korea, relaxed and comfortable fabric sofas are more popular.
In East Asia, such as Korea, a laid-back, comfortable fabric sofa is more popular.
We explain how to find the best sofa for your market in a different article.


3. How long can a leather sofa last?

The life expectancy of a leather sofa depends on many factors.
For example, the type and quality of the leather, the internal frame and padding as well as the way in which it is cared for and maintained.
We have answered the question of how long a leather sofa lasts in detail in another article.