Material Things
Portsmouth, Hampshire
Checkatrade member since 201310
Customer Reviews
Write a review9.82 /10
Based on 24 reviews over the past 12 months
Quality of work
9.94
Reliability
10
Communication
9.88
What customers are saying
AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months
Material Things consistently receives praise for their helpful and knowledgeable staff, high-quality workmanship, and the exceptional service provided by delivery team members Bob and Keith. Customers also appreciate their efficient service, though some have reported issues with communication and delays in resolving problems.
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Reviews (481)
10 Big sofa.
Posted 1 week ago
Bob & Keith were very courteous, considerate and strong in taking away and returning our very big sofa. The refurbishment was of very good quality. Thanks very much gentlemen.Verified reviewerJob location: SO5110 Re-upholstered sofas
Posted 26 May
Quoted reasonable price for 2x large sofas and footstool with a 2 week turnaround plus lending us a small sofa. When Bob and Keith (friendly and professional) came to collect they couldn't get them out of the house, but they said it would be sorted. Phone call next day advising the sofas could be sawn in half and removed, re-upholstered and returned by agreed date, which in the end was a week turnaround. They were brought back, bolted together and zipped on the underside. Same price originally quoted. Absoluty brilliant service. Went out of their way to assist. Would definitely recommend 😃Verified reviewerJob location: PO710 supply of 2 new sofas
Posted 20 May
Excellent service from start to finish. Stuart was very knowledgeable in the showroom and helpful in the choice. The delivery team were very careful and friendly. Overall a good experience and will definitely use in the future.Verified reviewerJob location: PO710 Purchase and delivery of furniture
Posted 18 May
Excellent customer service from reception and sales to delivery, Stuart in the showroom was friendly and professional guiding me though my purchase of two armchairs and a sofa, delivery was arranged well in advance and Bob and Keith took great care delivering and setting up the furniture and making sure i was happyVerified reviewerJob location: PO910 Replacement terylyne chair base
Posted 16 May
Job location: PO4We noticed a bulge in the terylene bad of our recently purchased chair. The guys arrived and replaced the base without question. Were polite and cleaned up after themselves. We were very happy with the service.10 New Sofas
Posted 14 May
About 6 weeks ago we had new sofas delivered and I have to say the experience was great from the outset. We were a little concerned about the possibility of getting the furniture in so Bob and Keith came out to measure up. They too felt it was a bit tight so went back to the shop, took an identical version from the showroom and proved it could fit through the doors. We are now the very pleased owners of 2 new sofas of exquisite quality - the best we have ever had. Everyone was super helpful - thanks team Material Things" and especially Bob and Keith for going above and beyond!!Verified reviewerJob location: PO9
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Company Info
Owner
Mr Beverley & Malcolm Gingell
Ltd Company
12 years on Checkatrade
VAT Registered
Yes: 339049346
Material Things is a family run business with over 50 years of experience in the design and manufacture of beautiful hand-made suites and occasional furniture. Offering a range of services designed to provide you and your home with an expert touch and stunning look, they are the best in the business when it comes to everything from gorgeous handmade curtains and crafted blinds through to entire interior design consultation. The Fellowship of The Association of Master Upholsterers awarded to Malcolm Gingell who has been acknowledged of his outstanding services to the Ancient Craft of Upholstery and to the Association.
Their large showroom in Farlington, Portsmouth contains the highest quality major brands of sofas, chairs, carpets, curtains, blinds, and soft furnishings which will brighten any room in your home. They stock a wide variety of high-quality furniture brands including Parker Knoll, G Plan, & Stressless, in addition to their own Bowes & Hill brand.
They also have carpets available from Westex, Victoria and Ulster. In fact, everything you need to make a perfect home is all under one roof. Also accommodating the biggest selection of fabrics and leathers in the south, they ensure you are spoilt for choice.
Material Things are renowned for their quality, style, and attention to detail, which is why their customers love them. They ‘go beyond what is expected’, offer ‘excellent advice’ and are always ‘highly recommended’. They pride us on being ‘The Finest Furniture Showroom in the South’ and always aim to exceed customer expectations and provide beautiful furniture and a friendly service that customers won’t forget.
Services they offer are:
- Re-Upholstery
- Blinds
- Awnings
- Shutters
- Handmade Sofas
- Parker Knoll
- G Plan
- Stressless
- Re-upholstery
- Curtains
- Carpets
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