Any company within the furniture sector should as part of its core message be run on the basis of the quality of product and the excellence of its customer service. So, it is with the increasing presence of internet retailers specialising in footstools and ottomans market. Without the customer they are nothing. Without a catalogue of highly engineered and well-designed products they have no business. As the current difficult trading climate eases towards a period of growth only those businesses with sound commercial acumen will be able to take advantage of the upturn. 

As busy people we all know the importance of ‘putting our feet up’ after a hard day at work. We also value the importance of relaxation. Our experience when trading footstool products on the internet is that they need to fit seamlessly into the lifestyle and environment of potential customers. It is therefore vital that the design principles are based on the idea of giving consumers choice within a quality palette. With choice comes style and the variables of fabric, colour, feet and size are melded into footstool selection.

Businesses that provide custom-built footstools, pouffes and storage pieces rely on the experience of craftsmen and their product selection. Choosing plywood over chipboard, aniline leather over bicast leather and hardwood over softwood ensures rigour, consistency and a quality build with the customer in mind. Ask any UK ottoman or footstool craftsman for his specification standard and he will reply that if it is good enough for him it is good enough for his customer.

Furniture retail on the internet operates in such a way that products are not sold through shops on the high street. We are open 24/7 and if it is Christmas Day or 3.00am our products are available for all to see and buy. In this way the presence and display of product images on a website must engage with consumers in a way that removes them from being able to feel or small them. We must lead them towards the virtual world of experience, value and texture.

As internet retailers our challenge is to entice potential customers through means of visual clarity and the sound logical message that we cut out the expensive retail charges of the high street. Consumers are buying a unique range of products from the privacy of their own homes. Indeed, they are simply a click away from putting their feet up!

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Denise Gillman

Verified Customer

Fantastic service and quality at very competitive price. Following a very helpful chat about the leg options I ordered a stool that arrived in a few days. Well packed to protect the stool in transit and it was in perfect condition. The stool was very well made and leather was wonderful quality, I was delighted with the stool and highly recommend the company.

12 days ago

Joanne Keddie

Verified Customer

So pleased with the quality amazing customer service had my footstool customised size no issues quick delivery also thanks again would definitely recommend

13 days ago

Anonymous

Verified Customer

Ordered not before time as my legs dangled when I sat at my computer. Much more comfortable. Love the design and the material/colour. Just what I needed - and good quality too. Will probably order another one now!

14 days ago

Lyndsay McGill

Verified Customer

Fabulous speedy service. Footstool arrived within 3 days. Perfect for what we wanted as present for mum. Sturdy and good quality. We were impressed! We sent for sample swatches beforehand which I would recommend . However though I asked for 1 day delivery they took 10 days to arrive which is the fault of Royal Mail, not the company ,but allow extra time if you're ordering on a deadline.

16 days ago

Sue Hodan

Verified Customer

I was a bit disappointed that you were let down by your suppliers, and it took so long to be delivered now that I have my footstool I’m delighted with it , it’s beautiful, thank you

23 days ago

James Barton

Verified Customer

The quality and value of our stool is excellent . The quality of the customer service was anything but. James Barton

26 days ago

Shane Seago

Verified Customer

Highly recommend footstools direct, very helpful when I had a question to ask, held delivery for my as I was on holiday and my order was delivered promptly on the requested date. Absolutely love my little footstools

1 months ago

Jennifer Littlewood

Verified Customer

Very pleased with my large tartan footstool, excellent quality, lovely fabric,and good strong mahogany turned legs. Quick delivery I ordered Monday p.m and delivered Thursday a.m so glad I found this company online. Would highly recommend.

1 months ago

Joy Thompson

Verified Customer

Really impressed with my footstool no problems from ordering through to delivery. Quality is good. Highly recommend

1 months ago

Anonymous

Verified Customer

I am extremely happy with my small faux leather footstool. It’s fairly light and easy to move, has ample padding on the top and looks neat and tidy. The quality seems to be excellent and dispatch and delivery extremely quick.

2 months ago