Domestications Review — Furniture Comparison (2012)

A quick look through the Domestications site gives the impression of a modern go ahead company.  It is a pleasure to view the catalogue passing easily through the various ‘departments’ listed as Bedding, Bedding Essentials, Kitchen, Windows, Home decor and the Specialty Shop.

A closer inspection confirms that Domestications lives up to its claim to be ‘America’s Authority in Home Fashions. 

They offer an extensive range of bed in a bag sets which include comforter, bed skirt, shams and sheets in sizes Twin, Full, Queen and King  prices from $59.99 to $69.99. in 19 different designs and an additional fifteen designs especially for kids and teens. They are bold designs, colourful and eye catching. 

In addition to blankets and coverlets they also sell handmade Day Bed Quilts which are very attractive and would make a unique contribution to any room  priced at $49.97. Blankets are available in 15 different colours and shades in a basket weave reasonably priced at $14.99 - $29.99.

For the kitchen there is a practical  range of equipment for storage, gadget and  small appliances, with features that combine technology and design that make them attractive articles for the kitchen as well as useful tools.  You will be spoilt for choice when looking for tablecloths.  Again vibrant colours feature with beautiful cutwork designs that cannot fail to impress visitors when you entertain.  Prices from a modest $12.99 to $49.99.  While viewing this section you will particularly enjoy taking a break and stopping into Kim’s Kitchen to check out her recipes and cooking tips

Curtains are available in the Windows section which includes curtains, blinds, shades, rods and accessories. There is an impressive range of elegant living room curtains averaging from $19.99 to $25.99.  With something to please everyone this section will certainly tempt you to change the decor in at least one room in your house.

Move into the Home Decor section to view rugs, which you will find in all shapes and sizes in modern, traditional and unexpected designs, soft to walk on and easy to spot clean with a little warm soapy water.

The Speciality Shop, (which opened in March 2010) is the place to look for that special gift, here you will find themed bedding, Exclusive collections, wrinkle free sheets and miocroplush sheets among a host of other original kitchen and bedding supplies.  This section is as special as it describes itself.  An ideal place to find a  wedding present or to mark an anniversary and a special Gift Guide to help you choose.

Why shop at Domestications? 

• There is so much variety available, it has all the advantages of big store shopping.
• Top priority is given to quality.  The sheets are 100% cotton, some of the items have been handmade, such as patchwork quilts. 
• Comfort is also an overriding feature in the bedding section e.g. a Sleepy Tees 100% Jersey knit Comforter that is so soft it is a challenge to get out of bed.  Their comforters are described  as over sized and over stuffed.
• Domestications have their own designers which ensures originality on many of the purchases. 
• Buyers travel around the world to find the best products at the best prices. 
• Twitter and Facebook are available to keep you up to date with the latest news and offers.  

Bellacor.com feature a good selection of comforter sets. http://www.bellacor.com/bedding.htm They compare well at least in design with Domestications, but their complete sets, which include shams and bed skirts, and sometimes pillows average at $220 for a king size comforter.  Domestications does the same thing for much less. Bellacor include crib sets at $203.95 and baby comforters $72.95. Domestications cater for children, but not for babies. They also have a much larger choice of kitchen accessories, many of which would make excellent gifts.  Prices start at around $72 dollars. Bed bath & Beyond have a good selection of comforter sets priced around $249.99, they are attractive but some are marked 'dry clean', they offer more in the way of Daybed sets from $149.99 to $169.99 but in spite of the higher cost their designs do not compare with those of Domestications. http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/stylePage.asp?RN=381  The sites of both these companies did not display things to their best advantage and access to the various sections not so easy to facilitate.

Domestications definitely cater for the discerning buyer.  A Home Maker wanting her purchases to be striking and original would love the vibrant colours available for curtains, tablecloths and throws.  The bright heavy duty mats are welcoming to visitors and in highly durable polypropylene are hard wearing and easy to clean.

A busy career woman would find the no fuss presentation on line and 7-19 days delivery service a great asset and one that she would be able to connect with quickly whether at home or at the office. 

For people seeking that special gift Domestications offers luxury table ware and and some kitchen equipment including, gifts ranging from around $9.99 for small dishes and rising to $54.99 for a kitchen set.

A customer who leaves everything to the last minute would love Domestications E Gift Card which is available in varying amounts up to $500.   

Domestications specialise in Home Decor, principally bed linen, comforters, sheets,blankets and sheets.  They also sell mattress pads, kitchen equipment, curtains, towels, headboards and rugs.  Quality and value for money are first considerations but this is achieved without a loss of style and comfort.  The online site is very easy to use, giving straightforward no nonsense information regarding sizes, details of all that is included in the sets, price and content. 

• This company will appeal to those appreciate style and good design. They offer value for money, quality being their priority.
• They have designers on staff who have produced a range of original designs in a variety of invigorating colours.
• Comfort is also very noticeable in their choice of bedding and blankets.  Softness is described in many of the products, including the feel of the rugs!  An assortment of memory foam toppers and therapeutic no snore pillows ($32.99) all convey a caring company that wants to keep its customers happy and comfortable.  They also sell a ventilated foam topper at $134.99 which seems to be a unique buy as far as other online Home Decor companies are concerned.

It would add to the bedding section if baby needs were met, cot blankets and comforters are nowhere to be found, although there are some very trendy designs for older children.  Generally the items Domestications  sell are distinctive and would appeal to people who are looking for style and comfort and who will appreciate the durability of goods that are made from quality materials with a ‘home feel’ touch.