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How to Write a Furniture Inquiry That Gets Answered Fast

We get 50+ inquiries a week. The ones with photos and dimensions get quoted first. Here's what we actually need.

Published: June 1, 2026

The Minimum

Product name or reference photo, target dimensions (W×H×D), quantity per item, preferred color (RAL code, NCS code, or a photo), destination port. Missing any of these and your quote gets delayed. We batch inquiry responses — complete ones go out same day, incomplete ones wait until we have time to chase you for details.

Photos Beat Text

Send a link to a Wayfair or Alibaba listing, or attach a photo of something similar. We can read dimensions, construction method, and hardware from a single photo faster than you can type a description. Our engineering team draws CAD for approval before production anyway — a reference photo cuts the back-and-forth in half.

What Buyers Forget

Three things get left out most often: internal layout (e.g., you ordered a wardrobe at 160×185×50 but didn't say how many shelves or hanging rods), assembly preference (KD flat-pack for container vs assembled), and destination terms (FOB Qingdao vs CIF vs DDP to your door — the freight line item changes a lot). Also: tell us your target MOQ upfront. 50 units and 500 units get different price points.

Frequently Asked Questions

What information should I include in a furniture inquiry?

Product name or photo, target dimensions (W×H×D), quantity, RAL/NCS color reference or photo, and destination port.

How fast will I get a quote?

Complete inquiries with photos and dimensions get quoted same day. Incomplete inquiries are delayed.

Do I need CAD drawings to request a quote?

No. A reference photo is enough. Our engineering team creates CAD drawings for approval before production.

Have a similar project?

Tell us what you need and we'll reply with a quotation within 24 hours.

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