Apartment living is a big part of Melbourne life, and furnishing a smaller space takes a bit of planning. Here is how to choose furniture that fits, works hard and still looks great.
Measure everything, including the lift
Before you buy, measure your rooms, doorways, hallways and the building lift, including the inside diagonal. Check whether your building needs a lift booking for deliveries. Our delivery measuring guide explains how.
Choose a sofa that fits the room
A two or three seater with slim arms gives you more seat for the footprint. Modular sofas are easier to get through doors and lifts. Need a guest bed? A sofa bed doubles as a spare room. See our sofa bed guide.
Pick a compact dining set
A round 5 piece dining set is ideal for apartments: no corners, easy flow and seats for four. Read dining sets for small spaces.
Use multipurpose pieces
- Coffee tables with hidden storage.
- Ottomans that work as seats and footrests.
- Bar stools that tuck under a kitchen bench.
- Side tables that double as bedside tables.
Keep it light
Light timber, cream and beige fabrics, glass and slim metal legs make a room feel more open. Raised legs on sofas and chairs show more floor, which helps a room feel larger.
Delivery to apartments
We deliver from $40, priced by distance, Australia-wide. Extra fees apply above ground floor, so let us know about stairs or lifts when you order.
Shop clearance furniture in Melbourne
Mentone Furniture Clearance Centre sells brand-new excess stock and discontinued lines from high-end brands at up to 80% off RRP. Visit our Cheltenham showroom (Opposite Moorabbin DFO on Grange Road), open 7 days: Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm. Prefer to shop online? We deliver from $40 Australia-wide, and you can pay with Afterpay or Zip. Questions? Call us on 03 8522 2115.
