Is it Safe to Purchase Bunk Beds Online?

Research Bunk Beds

• Know what style of bunk bed you want before making a furniture purchase online. Peruse local furniture stores or search online to compare prices, styles and sizes. For example, some bunk bed styles have a bed on top and a futon on the bottom that can be folded into a couch during the day. Knowing exactly what you want may save an expensive return.

Research the Company

• Call the company to ask about their return policy, how long they have been in business, and how your credit card information is protected when making an online purchase. Example - do they store your credit card information where it could be stolen by a disgruntled employee? Or is it destroyed once the purchase is completed? Also, find out if they are a member of the Better Business Bureau; then contact the Better Business Bureau to verify the record of complaints against the company, and how they have been handled.

Research the Guarantees

• Make sure you know how the company handles returns if the item is received damaged, or if you need to return it for any reason. Inquire how assembly is handled - some companies use local contractors to assemble furniture if you are unable to do so yourself, or if there is a problem as you attempt to put it together. Ask how missing parts are handled if the situation arises.