Restoration Hardware vs. Inside Weather

Restoration Hardware
Inside Weather

Brand

rh.com
Our Verdict


3.5 / 5 STARS

Restoration Hardware is a luxury furniture brand that offers exclusive membership perks as well as restaurant and cruise experiences.

Made In: ★★★☆☆

Sustainability: ☆☆☆☆☆

Starting Sofa Price: ★★★★☆

See in-person?: ★★★★★

Upholstery: ★★★☆☆

Customization: ★★☆☆☆

Comfort: ☆☆☆☆☆

Modularity: ★★★★★

Lead Times: ★★★★★

Financing: ★★★★☆

Shipping & Delivery: ★★★★★

Assembly: ★★★★★

Return Policy: ★★★★★

Home Trial: ★★★☆☆

Warranty: ★★☆☆☆

insideweather.com
Our Verdict
4 / 5 STARS

Design lovers and craftsmen rejoice—Inside Weather has the most custom product out there (probably too many options tbh). They seem to be the only brand actually producing in America and have impressive sustainability initiatives and materials across their catalog (e.g. The water bottle sofa).

Made In: ★★★★★

Sustainability: ★★★★★

Starting Sofa Price: ★★★★★

See in-person?: ☆☆☆☆☆

Upholstery: ★★★★★

Customization: ★★★★★

Comfort: ★★★★☆

Modularity: ★★★★★

Lead Times: ★★★★☆

Financing: ★★★★★

Shipping & Delivery: ★★★★☆

Assembly: ★★★☆☆

Return Policy: ★★★★☆

Home Trial: ★★★★★

Warranty: ★★★☆☆

Company Details

Background

Made In

Some sofas made in the US and others made other countries around the world.

About

"These are products of lasting value, classic design and imbued all with a brand that speaks to superb taste and a free spirited individuality."

Categories

Living, dining, bed, bath, lighting, textiles, rugs, windows, hardware, decor, art, outdoor

Value Props

• Wide variety of categories
• Wide variety of sofas
• "The World's Most Comfortable Sofa"
• Design galleries and restaurants
• Some custom options

Made In

California, USA

About

"Inside Weather believes that shopping for furniture should be modern, personal and accessible—so we made it that way. Order it online, customize every detail, and have it delivered to your door in days. Assemble it in minutes, and enjoy it for years. No showrooms, markups, or heavy-lifting required."

Categories

Sofas, sectionals, chairs, accessories

Value Props

• Designed & Made in the USA
• Quick Ship Custom
• 365 Day Home Trial
• Sustainable Furniture / Carbon Negative initiatives

Sustainability

RH does not claim to have any sustainability practices.

• They have OEKO-TEX Certified Fabrics
• 100% recycled down alternative in their sofas that upcycles 200+ plastic water bottles per sofa
• Their solid wood and Baltic birch plywood are FSC & SFC Certified.
• For packaging, they use biodegradable, renewable foam, which is made of renewable sugar-based contents,
• Their boxes are made from upcycled cardboard
• For every order placed, two trees are planted via the National Forest Foundation.
• TSCA Title VI Compliance
• Eco-Certified Composite standards

The Sofas

Pros & Cons

Pros:
• Free Swatches
• Membership perks
• RH Credit Card
• Wide variety of options

Cons:
• Not sustainable
• Fabrics are not stain or liquid resistant
• Most items not made in the US
• Not many custom options

Pros:
Made in the United States
The most customizable
Plenty of upholstery options
• Free swatches
• Chaise on sectionals can go on both sides
• More affordable price from direct competitors
• Impressive sustainability initiatives
• Lead times are shorter than most brands, though still long

Cons:
A lot of customization options might be difficult for some to navigate
• Good amount of reviews
• Some negative reviews on delays, but common for a lot of brands

3-Seater Sofa Starting at Price

$2,700

$1,398

Customization

Upholstery

Their Perennials Performance Linen fabric is the best for durability and care.
But none of their fabrics are stain resistant, liquid-resistant, pet-friendly or commercial grade.

Other Options:

The Cloud Collection is their most customizable. You can customize the seat depth, fabric, and configuration.

Upholstery

Total # of Swatches: 110+

# of Upholstery Types: 20

Material Features:
• Performance
• Pet & Kid Friendly
• Liquid Repellent
• Commercial
• Oeko-Tex® Certified

Overall, a wide variety of color options and not just your typical grays/browns. Nice variety of textures as well.

Other Options:

Inside Weather allows you to customize most features of their sofas.

Bondi Collection:
• Upholstery
• Wood finishes
• Cushion comfort
• Configuration

Custom Sofa Collection:
• Upholstery
• Wood/metal finishes
• Pillow/cushion shape,
• Leg style
• Tufting
• Arm style
• Cushion comfort
• Configuration

They have by far the most customization out of all brands we've looked at, so if you want a ton of control, take a look at their options.

Comfort

No custom cushion options.

• Deluxe Memory Foam Blend - sink-in comfort
• Classic Plush Blend - firm yet cushy

Even though you can purchase either cushion type for both the Bondi Collection and the Custom Sofa Collection, the Bondi sofa cushions are 12 inches deep where as the Custom sofa cushions are 6 inches deep.
So we rank the Bondi as having more overall comfort because of it's above average depth.

Modularity

They have 12 modular collections.

The chaise on sectionals can be put on either side so you can change it at any time and don't have to worry about choosing the side upon purchase.
Their Bondi Collection allows you to remove the arms or back panels to then turn say a 3-seater sofa into a 2-seater sofa with a chaise.

Special Features

Lighting, rugs, windows, décor, art, ottomans

• Removable cushion covers
• Pillows and cushions are reversible
• Air-mesh interior covers -- breathable material adding durability
• Throw pillows and bolsters available

Ordering & Policies

Lead Times

5-7 days if in stock.

Shipping & Delivery

In stock items ship within days and delivered with white glove service.

Assembly

White Glove Delivery and Assembly

Return Policy

30 day returns
Items not eligible for returns: special orders, items that have been installed, personalized items.
Delivery fees are non-refundable (with the exception of manufacturer defects or transit damage.)

Warranty

Only mattresses have a 10-year limited warranty.
Their other items do not have a warranty.

Lead Times

Made to Order in 4-6 weeks

Shipping & Delivery

• Free shipping over $1500, $8-$120 for orders below.
• Items ship flatpack in easy to manage boxes.
• White Glove Delivery available in select zip codes.

Assembly

Tools (including drill!) included. 15 -45 minutes to assemble depending on configuration & options

Return Policy

Return Policy:
Within first 14 days: free return shipping, 15% environmental fee
Up to 365 days: Must pay for return shipping, 25% environmental fee

Home Trial:
Yes, 365 days but have to pay for return shipping and an environmental fee

Warranty

One year warranty on furniture against manufacturing defects applicable to the original owner effective from the date of delivery.

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