There are several simple methods to judge the quality of lounge room furniture. The weight of the piece and the materials used are excellent initial indicators. Quality timber furniture is constructed using a range of hardwoods that include oak, elm, walnut, ash, beech and birch and have a noticeable weight. Many furniture manufacturers use plywoods and veneers. These are lighter in comparison to hardwoods and are much less consistent in quality. Quality furniture will also feature full-grain leathers and commercial grade fabrics. The Modern Furniture Store always uses solid timbers and quality upholstery materials.