is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Perth?
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Whats your particular concern with it?
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Mattresses are horrendously expensive out here - I brought our beds with us, and got extra sheets. The sizes here are different- a Queen bed here is a king size in the UK, and a king here means the bed is so wide you can't touch your partner! Also bring white goods - if yours are nearly new. Ditch them if they are over 5 years old.
If your sofa is old, then get rid of it, but don't buy a new one in the UK. Our furniture filled the rooms in the UK, but here, it looks far too small. However it is Multiyork and Ducal- too good to discard, and we don't have the cash to replace it.
If your sofa is old, then get rid of it, but don't buy a new one in the UK. Our furniture filled the rooms in the UK, but here, it looks far too small. However it is Multiyork and Ducal- too good to discard, and we don't have the cash to replace it.
White goods? does that mean appliances?
Yes I see where your coming from with sofa, I guess it's because of the open plan living?! I have always wanted a massive corner sofa but don't have a room big enough here.
Are they really expensive in Oz?
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
I take it they are more like the American sizes then. I love the massive beds they have, perfect for when my kids jump in with us in the morning lol
White goods? does that mean appliances?
Yes I see where your coming from with sofa, I guess it's because of the open plan living?! I have always wanted a massive corner sofa but don't have a room big enough here.
Are they really expensive in Oz?
White goods? does that mean appliances?
Yes I see where your coming from with sofa, I guess it's because of the open plan living?! I have always wanted a massive corner sofa but don't have a room big enough here.
Are they really expensive in Oz?
White goods- fridges, freezers, washing machines etc.
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Don't bring a cooker. They are considered a fixture here so all houses/rentals will have an oven and cook-top. If you decide to buy new stuff to bring just check the guarantee - it probably won't cover Australia. Have a look here for some idea of prices http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/
If you have any 3kW items (kettle, heater etc) take note that they can overload Aussie 10 amp mains (13 amps in UK).
If you have any 3kW items (kettle, heater etc) take note that they can overload Aussie 10 amp mains (13 amps in UK).
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
If it were me and I was taking a container anyway then I would buy in the UK, we found there is more choice, better quality and a better price then we could buy in Perth. If you need new beds though I would buy them in Aus just for the convenience etc. Good luck with the move.
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
I am such an organised control freak, that i would want a container dropped off to do myself and then they can collect it. Then i only have myself to blame if anything breaks lol
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Perth really does not have the choice that NSW and Victoria have hence the price of these type of items are more expensive, so I would still take or buy here (UK), settee's are really no difference in size and not everyone has huge rooms etc in Aus, anyway you can always fill your room with a coffee table etc if you do buy/rent a large home. Also bedding, I love the choice in the UK and the price for the quality is brilliant, Quilts...I took our UK winter ones and they were fantastic in the Perth winter. All the best
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Don't bring a cooker. They are considered a fixture here so all houses/rentals will have an oven and cook-top. If you decide to buy new stuff to bring just check the guarantee - it probably won't cover Australia. Have a look here for some idea of prices http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/
If you have any 3kW items (kettle, heater etc) take note that they can overload Aussie 10 amp mains (13 amps in UK).
If you have any 3kW items (kettle, heater etc) take note that they can overload Aussie 10 amp mains (13 amps in UK).
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Don't bring a cooker. They are considered a fixture here so all houses/rentals will have an oven and cook-top. If you decide to buy new stuff to bring just check the guarantee - it probably won't cover Australia. Have a look here for some idea of prices http://www.appliancesonline.com.au/
If you have any 3kW items (kettle, heater etc) take note that they can overload Aussie 10 amp mains (13 amps in UK).
If you have any 3kW items (kettle, heater etc) take note that they can overload Aussie 10 amp mains (13 amps in UK).
Also i noticed when i was last over and bought my sister a new light fitting (that's what she wanted as a thank you gift, plus the fact my Hubby is a spark and could fit it for her lol) i couldn't believe how expensive they were and so little choice.
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Perth really does not have the choice that NSW and Victoria have hence the price of these type of items are more expensive, so I would still take or buy here (UK), settee's are really no difference in size and not everyone has huge rooms etc in Aus, anyway you can always fill your room with a coffee table etc if you do buy/rent a large home. Also bedding, I love the choice in the UK and the price for the quality is brilliant, Quilts...I took our UK winter ones and they were fantastic in the Perth winter. All the best
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
remember that bedding sizes are different in OZ compare to UK, EU, USA.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedding
Furniture, as an example, have a look at freedom furniture online, it gives you an idea what you can get in Perth. My friends and I bought several items.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedding
Furniture, as an example, have a look at freedom furniture online, it gives you an idea what you can get in Perth. My friends and I bought several items.
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
I would bring everything you have or can get if I did it all again. The quality is poor unless you pay loads. I found there is no haggling, it seems to be an approcah of 'that's how much it is, take it or leave it'.
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
Mattresses are expensive here.
Not sure about different bed sizes. I brought a double and a single. The bases, mattresses and bedding are all interchangeable.
This web site gives all measurements. There maybe a couple of centimetres difference, but that's all.
http://www.the-pillow.com.au/resources/bed_sizes.php
Not sure about different bed sizes. I brought a double and a single. The bases, mattresses and bedding are all interchangeable.
This web site gives all measurements. There maybe a couple of centimetres difference, but that's all.
http://www.the-pillow.com.au/resources/bed_sizes.php
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Re: is it worth buying new furniture and shipping it or getting when we arrive in Per
remember that bedding sizes are different in OZ compare to UK, EU, USA.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedding
Furniture, as an example, have a look at freedom furniture online, it gives you an idea what you can get in Perth. My friends and I bought several items.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedding
Furniture, as an example, have a look at freedom furniture online, it gives you an idea what you can get in Perth. My friends and I bought several items.
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Not that I'm a trendy interior decorator ar anything but I find the styles here boring and bland. The bedroom furniture is ok and you can get good prices, but for sofa's etc I'd buy and bring them with you. There is nowhere in Perth that sells stylish good quality sofas in my opinion. They all look the same and the styles are what the Uk had 10 years ago. Bring light fittings too. Anything remotely modern costs a fortune. Also, bring vases/mirrors/cushions etc. You can get them here but the choice is limited and everyone has the same. Oh, and wallpaper. Am currently trying to buy some for one feature wall and can't believe the choice and prices.
Other than lack of home style the place is fab and we love it. Good luck.
Other than lack of home style the place is fab and we love it. Good luck.