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What Is Drop Shipping, and Why Should I Be Taking Advantage of It?

March 9, 2020 4:42 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

In today’s world, the internet makes amazing things possible, even when it comes to delivering outdoor furniture in Venice, FL and throughout the nation. Thanks to the advent of the internet, for example, retailers can provide an exciting service to their customers. It’s called drop shipping, and it just may change the way shopping (and shipping) works. What is drop shipping? Essentially, a client can visit a retailer (either in-store or online) and peruse a catalogue of offerings that aren’t actually on the premises. Once the client has found their perfect product, the retailer contacts the vendor and has the... View Article

Signs You’ve Found the Right Furniture Store

January 21, 2020 2:10 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

“Why didn’t I start here? I love everything in this store!” This sort of comment comes from many of our customers who finally find Rattan Wicker & Cane during their long search for the best furniture showroom in Venice, FL. Our 40-year-old family-owned store is located on the Venice Bypass South, and while Route 41 is a major road between Sarasota and Port Charlotte, many of our local residents have been unaware of our pumpkin-colored building. It’s located across from Mi Pueblo and the iconic Wee Blew Inn, just south of Venice Avenue. What we offer Once you enter our... View Article

Vendor Spotlight: Ratana

January 7, 2020 2:10 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

Thanks to Florida’s year-round warm weather, many of our customers come to us looking to create the perfect outdoor space to enjoy. We love recommending Ratana products as part of the quality outdoor furniture we sell in our Venice, FL showroom. Ratana furniture can be seen in homes, restaurants and hotels around the globe. We think that once you look at their beautiful styles, enjoy their comfort and learn more about their durability, you’ll be sold, too. What is Ratana? Ratana is an outdoor furniture maker that’s been producing high-quality, affordable pieces since 1980. They’re built to last, and the... View Article

Vendor Spotlight: Braxton Culler Furniture

December 2, 2019 3:05 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

You’re not a true Floridian until you can lay claim to your own little outdoor oasis. Living in the “Sunshine State” is one of the few places in the world where a resident can enjoy a lovely stretch of outdoor fun in the sun pretty much all year long. Whether you’re gathering for summertime barbecues in July or decorating the backyard palm tree in December, spending time outside is one of the quintessential parts of being a Floridian. The Braxton Culler tradition Based in scenic High Point, North Carolina, Braxton Culler, Inc. was founded in 1975 with a product line... View Article

Tips for Using Accent Furniture to Make Any Room POP!

December 2, 2019 3:03 pm Published by Leave your thoughts

After a while, it’s a nice idea to give a room or two a lift with a great new accent piece. With a little help from the our furniture store in Venice, FL, you’re just one simple step away from revitalizing any room. What is accent furniture? Think of accent furniture as any piece of furniture in your home that’s not completely necessary. Let’s use a bedroom as an example. One needs a bed, a chest of drawers and perhaps, two nightstands. To add an accent piece might mean putting a functional and handsome bench at the foot of the... View Article