HSA member Roomservice by CORT are the UK’s leading furniture rental company, who have been providing furniture to the residential and relocation industry for 35+ years. They work with a broad range of clients, providing a spectrum of furnishing solutions, from multiple unit developments, to bespoke, stylish homes. So, here’s what happened when journalist Amira Hashish from the Evening Standard got in touch with Roomservice by CORT when she faced the “daunting prospect” of furnishing her new rental property in London.

Amira Hashish
Executive Digital Editor and Evening Standard.
Homes & Property Columnist

 

 

WHAT DID YOU CHOOSE FROM ROOMSERVICE BY CORT?
I chose individual furniture pieces to kit out the different rooms in a duplex apartment in central London.

 

 

HOW DID YOU FIND THE SERVICE?
The service was excellent from start to finish. The flexibility of choosing pieces that matched the style of the property
really appealed. All of the items were delivered directly to the flat in one go and the installation team helped with layout, set everything up and left the rooms in immaculate condition. It was so great not to go through the hassle of
arranging different delivery slots or having to piece the items together. Help from a professional in-house interior designer was at hand whenever needed at no extra cost. The process was seamless and ideal for anyone with a busy lifestyle.

WHAT DID YOU THINK ABOUT THE CHOICE OF FURNITURE AVAILABLE?
The reputable brands are well chosen for their functionality as well as their style credentials. The website was very easy to navigate and I appreciated how much choice there was in terms of design and budget. It was fun to mix and match and bring each space to life.

 

 

HOW WOULD YOU RATE THE QUALITY OF THE FURNITURE?
The quality is excellent. The pieces are modern, comfortable and well-made. It is clear that a careful selection process is in place.

WHY DID YOU OPT FOR FURNITURE RENTAL?
It was the perfect option when renting an unfurnished property. Furniture rental means you are not committed to purchasing pieces that you may need to find a new home for after moving out or sacrificing on the quality of the homeware.

HOW DOES THIS FIT YOUR LIFESTYLE?
The ease of using one website to kit out an entire apartment was brilliant. The flat was fully furnished within a matter of hours of the installation team arriving which meant that it was wonderfully time efficient and took away so much of the stress of moving into a new place and juggling multiple deliveries of furniture.

WERE THERE ANY CHALLENGES?
Envisaging the items working within the space is always a bit of a challenge but once a couple of the key pieces in each room are chosen it all starts to come together.

WOULD YOU RENT FURNITURE AGAIN?
Absolutely! I would really recommend it to anyone who needs a quick and stylish turnaround for an unfurnished property. It is ideal for the London property rental market where a tenancy is often negotiated on the day of the viewing. It is also perfect for anyone travelling to London for short-term purposes, seeking a home away from home environment without having to purchase items.

WHY DO YOU THINK MORE PEOPLE ARE CHOOSING TO RENT FURNITURE?
We are now a generation of renters, especially in London, so it makes a lot of sense. The chances are you will move
from place to place before getting on the property ladder and committing to a flat or house full of furniture is often not ideal. This service offers a very good solution.

WERE YOU SURPRISED BY THE RANGE OF THINGS THAT YOU COULD RENT?
Yes, very. Everything down to the kitchen cutlery is available to rent. Those small but essential touches make all the difference. They also help create a homely environment.

About Roomservice by CORT
Roomservice by CORT is a wholly owned subsidiary of CORT, the world’s largest furniture rental business.

A Berkshire Hathaway company owned by Warren Buffett, Roomservice by CORT is a specialist in designing and furnishing residential property interiors on a rental basis, offering its clients flexible furnishing solutions that are evolving to respond to changes in the market. The company celebrated its 35th year in 2018, and its partnerships with the property industry continue to grow. The company’s client base is expanding and includes sales and lettings agents, private individuals, blue chip corporates and relocation companies, as well as corporate landlords and developers in the build-to-rent sector.

Why rent furniture?
Renting furniture is just one way of reducing the amount of furniture going to landfill. Due to the short-term nature of most staging projects, making substantial financial investments into furniture, which could be unwanted, may not be the best solution. Furniture rental enables you to choose the furniture you want, for as long as you need it. You can even rent household goods, TVs and soft furnishings to create a homely environment.

For further information:
www.roomservicebycort.com
rentals@roomservicebycort.com
020 8397 9344