1. Start with the room
Bring room dimensions, doorway measurements and a short list of the pieces you want to find. Write down the size range that fits your space before comparing showroom arrangements.
2. Save the exact showroom
Record the market, building, floor and shop number. Add the name shown on the shop sign and the contact you were given. Ask before photographing a display, then keep each photograph with its model label.
3. Compare like with like
| Furniture | What to note | Try in person |
|---|---|---|
| Sofa or armchair | Model, width, depth, upholstery code, filling | Seat depth, cushion support, arm height |
| Dining set | Table dimensions, surface material, chair model | Knee room, chair clearance, seating space |
| Bed | Internal mattress dimensions, headboard height | Storage access and overall footprint |
| Cabinet or desk | Dimensions, finish reference, handles, cable openings | Drawer movement, doors and working height |
4. Match the price to the piece
If you collect a price, record its currency, date, dimensions, finish and what it includes. Ask whether it refers to the display item, available stock or a different made-to-order specification. A showroom price alone is not the cost of receiving furniture at home.
5. Write down what is still unclear
Keep a short list of questions about the item, its available finishes and what you would like to see on a return visit. Separate what you personally observed from what the seller told you.
6. Keep a personal notebook
Save destinations, record your showroom notes, mark the places you visited and arrange your own visit list. Print Chinese destination cards or download a text copy before leaving.
Open Market Notebook ↗