Start with the measurements
Choose furniture for the room and the route it has to take to get there. You need the width, depth and height, plus the size of doors, stairs and lift. Photos in a room can give a misleading sense of proportions.
Find out the material and construction. Solid wood, veneer and chipboard are worth telling apart if it affects your expectations or repairs. «Wood effect» does not mean solid wood. For flat-pack furniture, it matters that all fixings and connectors are still there.
Look at the signs of use
Scratches and a wobbly frame are different problems. On a table, check the top and legs; on a wardrobe, the doors and fittings; on upholstered furniture, the fabric, filling and any known smells or damage. Hidden defects can't be judged reliably from one overall photo.
If you plan to restore it, estimate the materials and amount of work. Cheaper furniture can still need transport, carrying out, cleaning and repairs. Before buying, make sure damaged parts can actually be replaced.
Plan the collection
On the lot page, check the location and whether the item is already dismantled. We don't send large furniture to parcel lockers: it is collected in Riga or sent by courier on a quote. Find out who handles carrying out and loading. Choose on total cost and actual condition: an attractive photo doesn't replace measurements and a list of contents.