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Bayonne New Jersey Furniture Store
40 East 53rd Street
Bayonne, NJ 07002
(201) 436-2000
bayonne@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
East Brunswick New Jersey Furniture Store
45 Sixth Street
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(732) 257-2500
eastbrunswick@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Eatontown New Jersey Furniture Store
353 Rt. 35 North
Eatontown, NJ 07724
(732) 542-4060
eatontown@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fairfield New Jersey Furniture Store
561 US Route 46
Fairfield, NJ 07004
(973) 582-8383
fairfield@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Green Brook New Jersey Furniture Store
200 Route 22 West
Green Brook, NJ 08812
(732) 752-0900
greenbrook@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Howell New Jersey Furniture Store
4831 US 9
Howell Township, NJ 07731
(848) 249-1414
howell@valuecitynj.com
Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Lakewood New Jersey Furniture Store
1900 Route 70 East
Lakewood, NJ 08701
(732) 262-2200
lakewood@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Manahawkin New Jersey Furniture Store
712 East Bay Avenue
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
(609) 597-4900
manahawkin@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Toms River New Jersey Furniture Store
949 Route 37 West
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 341-6766
tomsriver@valuecitynj.com
Monday - Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
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Pet Friendly Furniture Buying Guide

You love your pets; that goes without saying. However, that fact doesn't eliminate the inevitable byproducts of living with your furry companions. Shedding, scratching, and "accidents" can cause lasting damage to your furniture and test the bonds between you and your pet. This guide helps you shop for pet friendly furniture with your trusted sidekick in mind, ensuring you live a happy and stress-free life together.

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Step 1: Know Your Pets

Only you know your pets and their habits, and this knowledge will go a long way in preventing your furniture from long-term, irreversible damage. As you begin, here are a few things to keep in mind.

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Scratching

Cats or dogs who scratch can cause significant damage and leave lasting marks. Choose a tightly woven fabric to resist damage or a patterned one to hide marks.

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Licking / Chewing

An obsessive licking habit can leave unattractive wet spots on your upholstery that can resemble water marks, while a chronic chewer can wreak havoc on exposed wood. Be wary of microfiber type fabrics, as they are more prone to water marks.

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Shedding

Like it or not, your pet's hair will find your furniture. If your companion sheds, consider either a patterned fabric or one that matches your pet's coat.

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Training

Puppies and kittens can be difficult to house train and messy accidents are bound to happen. Fabrics that are easily wiped will help in this case, as well as ones that don't retain odors.

Step 2: Choose the Right Fabric

Your upholstered pieces are the most vulnerable to pet behavior and damage. Leather, distressed leathers, and synthetic fabrics are, in most cases, the best choices for pets. Regardless, you'll save money, time, and stress just by choosing a fabric that both you and your pet will love.

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Leather

Benefits

  • Easily Remove Hair
  • Easily Wiped Clean
  • Odor Resistant

Disadvantages

  • Vulnerable to Scratching
  • Doesn't Hide Blemishes

Distressed Leathers boast all the benefits of normal leather, PLUS the distressed pattern will be able to better hide blemishes.

To learn more about leather, click HERE to see our Leather Buying Guide.

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Fabric (will differ between types)

Benefits

  • Easily Remove Hair
  • Easily Wiped Clean
  • Can Withstand Scratching
  • Tightly Woven to Resist Damage

Disadvantages

  • Vulnerable to Odors
  • No Pattern to Hide Blemishes and Licking may Leave Water Marks

Fabrics to Avoid

tweed fabric

Tweed

Extremely difficult to remove hair
velvet fabric

Velvet

Permanent stains
chenille fabric

Chenille

Claws will easily destroy
silk fabric

Silk

Much too delicate

Other Things to Consider

  • This should go without saying, but taking care of your pet will go a long way in preventing furniture damage. Regular bathing, clipping nails, and taking them out when they need to all contribute to a healthy lifestyle for you and your pet.
  • If accidents do happen, make sure to wipe them up as soon as possible to prevent permanent stains and odors.
  • If you really don't want to share your chair or sofa, consider furniture designed specifically for them. Dog beds and cat trees will give your pal a comfortable place to relax that they can have as their own.
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  • If your cat loves to scratch or dog loves to chew, make sure they have scratching posts or toys nearby to steer them away from your furniture.
  • Slipcovers are a great way to not only protect your upholstery from your pets, but to also introduce a new look or color for your piece.
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