Looking for furniture that actually fits your home — and your lifestyle? Custom-made furniture is the answer when mass-produced sofas, chairs or headboards just don’t cut it. But how does it actually work?
Here’s a step-by-step guide to getting custom furniture made in NZ, and why more people are choosing to design pieces that truly last.
✅ 1. Start with Your Needs (Not Just a Style)
Custom furniture is about solving a problem — whether it’s:
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A sofa or corner suite that needs to fit a tight lounge
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A window seat that requires made-to-measure squabs
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An armchair that supports your back and legs properly
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A headboard that suits your bed and your wallpaper
Start by considering the size, comfort, function and feel you’re after — and let your upholsterer guide you from there.
✅ 2. Choose the Right Materials
When you go custom, you’re not limited to pre-set fabrics or finishes. At Blanchetts, we help you choose:
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Fabric: from hard-wearing neutrals to designer prints
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Foam: soft, medium, firm, or layered to suit your comfort needs
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Legs: timber style, height and stain to match your floors or space
All materials are sourced for quality and made to last.
✅ 3. We’ll Design & Build It for You
At Blanchetts, our furniture is made locally by craftspeople in Palmerston North. Whether you're after a curved back sofa, a deep-seated chair, or an upholstered bench, we’ll:
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Sketch or mock up the design
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Build the frame
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Fit the foam, fabric and detailing
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Deliver or arrange pickup once it’s complete
Each piece is handcrafted — no off-the-shelf shortcuts here.
✅ 4. You’ll Get a One-of-a-Kind Result
Custom furniture doesn’t just look better — it works better. You’ll get:
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Comfort that suits your height, posture or body type
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Dimensions that fit your space exactly
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A finish that complements your existing décor
And best of all, it’s made to last, not to be replaced in 3–5 years like most retail furniture.
🪑 Thinking Custom?
At Blanchetts, we design and build:
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Sofas & lounge chairs
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Ottomans, stools & benches
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Upholstered headboards
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Window seat squabs
📧 Talk to us about what you need: info@blanchetts.com
📍 Visit us in Palmerston North or view our showroom at 58 Napier Road
🌐 www.blanchetts.com