Skip to main content
Questions Answers
Our trusted network of 1stDibs sellers answer common questions

Is it worth buying solid wood furniture?

1 Answer
Is it worth buying solid wood furniture?
Yes, many furniture lovers believe that buying solid wood furniture is worth it. In addition to being visually appealing due to its natural color and grain patterns, solid wood is a durable material that resists wear and tear. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in solid wood furniture is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find wood furniture and other furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Shop for Wood Furniture on 1stDibs
White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object Elevate your interior decor with the White...
Category

2010s Turkish Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Office Chair, International Style Wooden Office Chair
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century. In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria. Today, it is the key element for whom sp...
Category

2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

Sediment Credenza in Solid Black Walnut
Located in Calgary, AB
Solid American Black Walnut appears as sedimentary layers of rock. The outer cabinet and drawer/door fronts are each crafted from a single slab of figured Black Walnut. The interio...
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

French 19th Century Painted Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French bookcase from the late 19th century makes a dramatic statement by its scale alone, and the crackled texture of the paint gives it visual intrigue to anchor any kitchen, d...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School round side table with sculptural details, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
This two-tier side table is an expressive example of Amsterdam School design from the mid-1920s. Executed in solid oak, the piece combines sculptural mass with carefully restrained o...
Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Emergence Collection Rosewood Oval or Round Coffee Table by Aaron Saxton
Located in South Charleston, WV
The Emergence collection released January 2026 by Aaron Saxton, designed and built in the USA. As shown 54x36x15 3/8" tall. There is a separate listing for the walnut model, while th...
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut, Teak, Rosewood, Mahogany, Ebony, Cherry

Shop All