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The buyer’s toolkit

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21 free tools for commercial furniture buyers.

Calculators, estimators, comparison guides, and project planners — everything you need to plan your project before you talk to a dealer. No signup required.

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From questions to a plan

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Find the space, cost, product, or project tool that helps with your next decision.

21 of 21 tools

An office floor plan with room layouts and planning tools
01

Space & setup

Office Space Calculator

Estimate how much office space you need based on headcount, work styles, and room types. Includes square footage per person benchmarks.

Space PlanningSquare FootageHeadcount
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02

Budget & value

Furniture Budget Estimator

Build a rough furniture budget based on headcount, product tier, and project scope. Includes delivery and installation estimates.

BudgetingCost PlanningPricing
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Pre-owned commercial chairs and credenzas ready for resale
03

Budget & value

Liquidation Value Estimator

Find out what your used office furniture is worth. Estimates resale value based on brand, age, condition, and category.

LiquidationResale ValueUsed Furniture
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04

Project planning

RFP Template Builder

Generate a professional furniture RFP document in minutes. Fill in your project details and get a ready-to-send request for proposal.

RFPProcurementTemplates
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05

Project planning

Project Timeline Planner

Work backward from your move-in date to see when every milestone needs to happen. Avoid costly rush fees and delays.

TimelineProject PlanningLead Times
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06

Budget & value

Lease vs. Buy Calculator

Compare the total cost of leasing versus buying office furniture over 3, 5, 7, or 10 years. See which option saves more.

FinancingLeasingCost Analysis
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A green upholstered chair in a furniture workshop
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Budget & value

Reupholstery Cost Calculator

Should you reupholster or replace? Compare costs, see savings, and get a recommendation based on your furniture condition.

ReupholsteryCost ComparisonSustainability
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Office furniture padded and strapped to moving dollies
08

Project planning

Office Move Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost of moving your office furniture. Accounts for distance, building complexity, and additional services.

MovingRelocationCost Planning
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Three distinct commercial task chairs with different construction and adjustment features
09

Products & people

Furniture Comparison Guide

Compare commercial furniture across value, mid-range, and premium tiers. Real specs, pricing, and brand recommendations.

ComparisonProduct ResearchBrands
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10

Project planning

Project Checklist Generator

Answer a few questions about your project and get a personalized, printable checklist covering every phase from planning to installation.

ChecklistProject ManagementPlanning
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An adjustable desk, mesh task chair and monitor arm in a complete workspace
11

Products & people

Ergonomic Furniture ROI Calculator

Justify the cost of ergonomic chairs and sit-stand desks. Calculate ROI based on productivity, absenteeism, injury prevention, and retention data.

ErgonomicsROIBusiness Case
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12

Products & people

Meeting Cost Calculator

How much do your meetings really cost? Calculate the true cost based on attendee salaries, duration, and frequency.

MeetingsCost AnalysisProductivity
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13

Products & people

Employee Onboarding Calculator

Estimate the cost to furnish workspaces for new hires. Budget by workspace type, furniture tier, and specific items.

OnboardingHRNew Hires
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14

Space & setup

Office Downsizing Calculator

How much can you save by reducing your office footprint? Calculate rent savings, furniture disposition value, and break-even timeline.

DownsizingRent SavingsHybrid Work
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15

Project planning

AI Furniture Spec Writer

Describe your space and let AI generate a professional furniture specification with product recommendations, quantities, and budget estimates.

AI-PoweredSpecificationsProduct Selection
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16

Products & people

Commute Cost Calculator

What does your daily commute actually cost per year? Factor in fuel, parking, transit, vehicle wear, and time to see the true number.

CommutingCost AnalysisHybrid Work
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A complete oak desk and sage task chair workspace
17

Space & setup

Desk Setup Cost Calculator

Estimate the cost to build a complete desk workspace. Compare budget, mid-range, and premium options for desks, chairs, monitors, and accessories.

Desk SetupHome OfficeBudgeting
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Commercial workspace with acoustic ceiling baffles and fabric panels
18

Space & setup

Office Noise Level Estimator

How loud is your workspace? Estimate noise levels based on layout, team size, and materials — then get targeted acoustic recommendations.

AcousticsNoiseWorkspace Planning
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19

Space & setup

Workspace Density Calculator

Are you over- or under-utilizing your space? See how your workspace density compares to industry benchmarks and find optimization opportunities.

DensitySpace UtilizationHybrid Work
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20

Budget & value

Furniture Depreciation Calculator

What is your office furniture worth today? Estimate market value based on category, brand, age, and condition — with tax depreciation comparison.

DepreciationResale ValueTax Planning
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An arrangement of office upholstery, wood and finish samples
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Products & people

Office Style Personality Quiz

Seven questions, four workspace types. Find your office furniture style — and which brands, package tiers, and resources actually match how you work.

QuizOffice StyleBrands
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Your next step

Planning a project?

Our project planning guide covers the five phases of a commercial furniture project — budgeting, timelines, product selection, and more.

Read the Planning Guide