Some of you may already know the history behind the Calgary made, Canadian sourced, quality furniture that makes Birchwood so special. Our family has been making this furniture right here, in Calgary for almost forty years. Read more about that here. We have expanded our showroom to include not only our Calgary built furniture, but […]
Made in Canada: What Makes Birchwood Furniture the Best?
What if your furnishings could be more than just a statement piece? What if they could be a testament to craftsmanship, sustainability, and the enduring quality of Canadian tradition? For the homeowners that visit us for bedroom pieces, dining room sets, and other household furnishings, this is not a hypothetical—it is reality. Canadian-made furniture is […]
Making Your Home Office Work for You
A large portion of productivity can be traced back to the space in which you work. To yield truly effective results, an office must be aesthetically pleasing without being distracting; it must be soothing while still being effective and organized. Although it may not be the most obvious concept, designing and furnishing your home office […]
Ordering Quality Furnishings: We’re In This Together
If you’ve ever considered ordering quality-made furniture, you’ve probably wondered what the whole process looks like. We know that it can be a daunting task and we want to take the guess work out of it for you. Today, we’re going to break our process down for you, from the initial furniture design to the time […]
Planning Makes Perfect: What to Remember When Refurnishing Your Space!
Here at Birchwood Furniture Galleries, we know first hand how important planning is when refurnishing your home. We are here to help make it as stress-free, and enjoyable as possible – here are some important tips to get you started! DON’T GUESS, MEASURE! The first thing we recommend is measuring your room and creating a floor plan so […]
Sectionals to Fit Any Space
Finding the perfect sectional can be tricky. With so many details to take into account, making the decision to pull the trigger on a custom, made-to-order sofa can be overwhelming for even the most seasoned buyers. Birchwood Furniture Galleries has a variety of styles, shapes and sizes and our experts know first hand what it […]
Solid Wood vs. Veneer: How it’s Made
When it comes to purchasing case goods, there is a common misconception that we hear all the time – solid wood is better than veneer. Misconceptions As you may remember from a previous blog on this topic, this is not always the case! Veneer has some great attributes, and is an option that should not […]
Space planning: What Birchwood can do to help meet your personal furniture needs
Remember when we taught you what to bring with you when shopping for furniture? Now we will dig deeper into what Birchwood Furniture Galleries can do to help you with your individual needs when planning a refresh in your home. Measurements There is nothing worse than buying a beautiful sofa or dining table, only to […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Mattress Shopping
Ever wondered how to shop for a new mattress? Wonder no more! Today, at Birchwood Furniture Galleries, we’re talking about the do’s and don’ts of mattress shopping. We know that finding a comfortable, quality mattress can be a bit of a challenge and we want you to rest easy knowing you have chosen well. Do […]
