C.K. asks from Rockwall, TX on September 01, 2007
Any Feedback on the Dump
I have just moved to Rockwall and have been trying to find a used sectional or sofa and oversized chair w/ottoman made of a good durable fabric like chenille. I've been to craigslist and others but all I keep seeing is that new microfiber material which I've heard bad things about as far as being durable and wearing well. I know it cleans well, but my friend has one and it hasn't held up well and is very easily scratched and poked holes into. Someone recommended that I go to The Dump but it's so far away from me I don't want to waste my time and gas if I get there and find the prices arean't that much lower than The RoomStore or others. Anyone actually bought a sofa or sectional at The Dump? Just how affordable is their stuff?
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So What Happened?™
Okay, now I'm really confused. We had a heavy Chenille sectional when I was a kid and it lasted for years. In fact, my sister and I took it to our house when we moved out and then she took it to her house after that. Maybe it just depends on how heavy the chenille is. Now I'm getting conflicting information about microfiber. Like I said, my friend bought a microfiber sofa that has gotten terribly scratched and holes poked in it. I'm really confused about this microfiber. I have noticed that furniture made with microfiber fabric is not as expensive. Isn't that kind of a hint about the quality? Guess I'll just keep looking. Thanks for the feedback.
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J.R. answers from Dallas on August 21, 2008
Hi Cathy,
I know this is an old post but I just happened to come across it and wanted to tell you what I found when we were shopping for new furniture. First of all, the average day at the Dump was much more expensive than Rooms to Go...I was disappointed and continued my search. Then I came across:
Stacy Furniture Outlet Store
709 Enterprise Dr
Flower Mound, Texas75028
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We purchased beautiful furniture at great prices and we received some of the friendliest service. We have gone back three times since December and purchased various things we needed for our new house. I'd recommend them to anyone!
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L.T. answers from Dallas on September 01, 2007
Furnitures at The Dump are kinda dated and according to the store most of them are discontinued. That's why you can't rely on the quality. But if you want them for short term use then the price is just ok.
K.B. answers from Dallas on September 01, 2007
Actually it's just what the title is, The Dump!
The furniture is poor quality.
V.B. answers from Dallas on April 11, 2008
I shopped around before buying at the dump(only for my formal living). I wanted something that wasn't in the other stores and maybe it's becuz someone said in one of your other responses that the stuff is outdated but anyways for my formal living I wanted something unique to my eyes after going to all the stores in dallas area i could find. I knew it when I say it and it took forever but found it at the dump. a little more than what i wanted to pay but love it and haven't seen another one like it. The stuff there are over priced but they had a lot of stuff I didn't see in the other stores. I was able to find the same fabric to make my drapes out of.
K.S. answers from Dallas on February 10, 2008
I have found that The Dump has great prices, but only when they are having a tent sale. They constantly replenish the supply in the tent throughout the day, pulling higher priced items for inside the shpwroom and marking it down for the tent. Consequently, you may need hang around for a while to wait for the piece that is right for you.
Another option is the Weir's outlet. There is one in uptow, just around the corner from their main store. Also, watch the Weir's ad in the Sunday paper. They have great quality furniture and you can catch some amazing deals when they have sales. A word of advice though - if you see something in the ad you think you want, get there quickly and be ready to buy. The ad usuallly features cloae out items with limited quantity.
As a real estate agent, my clients often ask about furniture shopping, so I try to keep an eye on the market, and Weir's seems to be the most consistent. They also offer additional warranty coverage that is great for families.
A.M. answers from Dallas on September 03, 2007
We found the prices to be much higher than we expected. We ended up purchasing our leather couch at the Roomstore. We probably won't return to the Dump.
A. answers from Dallas on September 02, 2007
Cathy-
We recently purchased new furniture for our den and here's what I discovered during the whole process.
First, chenille really isn't that durable especially if you have children and this is going to be an "everyday" piece of furniture. This tidbit of information came from the folks at Cutting Corners Fabric when I was looking to have a sofa made. The recommendation: leather, microfiber, or a "heavier" fabric.
Second, The Dump isn't a bargain. We looked for MONTHS before finding furniture to meet our needs. The Dump was just one of the many stores we visited; comparing prices, quality, and such.
Finally, just an FYI. Having all boys we decided on leather. So far, we love it! My sister-in-law has had a microfiber sofa set for about a year or so and loves that too. She has LOTS of kiddos so her sofas have taken a real beating. Early on she was even able to wipe clean black sharpie marker from a seat cushion.
Hope this helps!
A.
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