Who still cares about Buy it For Life?
Updated March 11, 2025
Buying furniture is a lot like hitting life’s big milestones - landing your dream job, buying a house, or finally figuring out how to keep a houseplant alive. There’s a time and place for the ‘fast furniture’ phase of life - 30-page guide assembly marathons for pieces that barely outlast your lease. But at some point, you realize that constantly replacing cheap furniture is a hassle (and a waste). That’s when the ‘buy it for life’ (BIFL) mindset clicks.
At Modern Bungalow, we’re all about furniture that’s made to last. No ‘just toss it when it’s no longer needed or broken’ mentality here. If something goes wrong, we repair or replace it because quality is an investment, not a gamble.
Still, need convincing? Let us show why it's worth it to move from ‘buy it for now’ to buy it for life.’
Save Money in the Long Run
We get that the sticker shock of high quality, well made furniture is real. But consider this: How many flimsy dressers, wobbly chairs, and sagging sofas have you cycled through? Add up all those replacement costs, and you’ve easily surpassed the price of a single, high quality piece that will outlive trends and tantrums (all humans included!). BIFL furniture holds up, which means you won’t have to keep buying the same thing over and over.
Reduce Waste, Help the Planet
Fast furniture is a landfill’s best friend. And that’s not a good thing. It’s designed to fail, forcing you to replace it regularly, which we recognize is bad for the wallet and worse for the environment. BIFL furniture sold by Modern Bungalow, on the other hand, is built to be repaired, refinished, and ultimately passed down. These pieces don’t just last; they hold their resale value, too. Sustainable from start to finish, they’re crafted with responsibly sourced wood and eco-conscious shipping practices.
True Craftsmanship = True Quality
When a builder knows their work is expected to last a lifetime, they craft differently. That’s why Simply Amish backs their furniture with a lifetime warranty. When repairs are needed, they send them back to the original builder. Because pride in craftsmanship isn’t just about making something look nice, it’s about ensuring it stands the test of time.
Think Before You Buy (For Life)
If you’re investing in furniture that’s sticking with you for the long haul, it pays to be intentional. What’s your style? What’s your space like? What kind of durability do you need? If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve put together an Amish Furniture Buyer’s Guide to help you navigate your choices.
Stop by our store or chat with us online because we love talking furniture that’s built to last.
