It may seem simple to go to a store and buy one that is on sale in a catalogue. But do you really know where this coffee table has been manufactured and would it last quite a number of years without deteriorating?
Lets first consider the option of purchasing a solid wood brown coated coffee table overseas or Australian made one.
The first tag says its made in Australia, solid oak material, treated with termite protection, weathered proof coating and has a lifetime guarantee.
The second tag says it from an overseas company imported to Australia. It appears to be solid but when you really examine it further it is hollow inside, the coating looks like a light gloss that has a strange smell to the material, it has no sign of being termite protected and no lifetime warranty.
What would be the better option to select out of strong sturdy timber coffee table made in Australia from natural ingredients or a cheaper coffee table that is imported from overseas that many not have a long life span?
Selecting a solid timber coffee table from Australia you know it would be well suited to our climate, be sturdy and reliable and having a lifetime guarantee can certainly be the better option. Although it may cost a little bit more, it would pay of later on and be with you for quite a number of years without having to replace it.
