We've been in the Coffs Harbour Region for 40 years

We're 40

At Beatties Quality Furniture we are excited to be celebrating our 40th year in business

When Alan and Elizabeth Beattie, along with their daughter started Beatties in 1983 they had no idea that 40 years later it would still be thriving. At that time none of the current furniture retailers, including Harvey Norman, on the Coffs Coast existed. Over the 40 years Beatties has been in operation many stores have come and gone in the area.

When Beatties started there were many more independent locally owned and run furniture stores like Beatties in Australia. As time has passed the larger furniture chains have grown and evolved, selling mass produced and imported products and there are now few independent family furniture retailers.

In 1983 the furniture industry was very different to what it is today with most furniture sold being made in Australia. Sadly, over the years the manufacturing costs have driven a lot of furniture making overseas and today while we still sell some Australian made furniture, we also sell pieces made elsewhere such as in Norway, Germany, Serbia, Vietnam and Thailand. One thing they still have in common is the long-term value given by the furniture we sell. We have many repeat customers who have come in to replace furniture originally brought from Beatties many years ago.

Tell us about

Beatties now

At Beatties we have continued concentrating on long lasting, value for money, quality furniture with greater number of options to make our customers furniture choices individual. We strongly believe that our family values, the personal service and delivery by our own trained team makes the shopping experience at Beatties different. Our customers have no flat-pack assembly or delivery frustrations compared to shopping online and our delivery team assembles all furniture free of charge including beds.

As a furniture family we believe that we shouldn’t sell anything that we wouldn’t be happy with ourselves. Our selection process of the furniture we sell is influenced by our passion for quality stylish furniture which lasts, is good value for money and is environmentally sound. We enjoy nothing more than seeing customers who have melted into their newly found favourite chair or happy phone calls from customers delighted with their delivery experience.

What will I find

at Beatties

We have one large store in Nambucca Heads, an easy drive from Coffs Harbour, where we sell furniture from well-known brands such as Stressless, La-z-boy, Moran, IMG, Domino and King Koil. On offer are a large selection of sofas, recliners, dining tables and chairs, beds and mattresses, rugs, outdoor furniture and occasional furniture like tv units and coffee tables.

There is no need to travel to Sydney or the Gold Coast for the quality or range that we have. Our customers come in the front doors and are pleasantly surprised at the size of our store and the expansive range that we display and sell. We can proudly say we are not what you expect to find in a small seaside or regional town. When you find your ideal furniture Beatties will deliver it for free to Woolgoolga in the north to Kempsey in the south, Dorrigo in the west and everywhere in between.

We are open Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm, closed Saturday and open Sunday 9am-12pm. While we have a website, beattiesfurniture.com.au for information about us and our products, we don’t sell online. Nothing can replace experiencing the furniture in person before buying and we encourage everyone to come instore and try out our products.

'Slow Furniture'

What is it?

Furniture has for some turned into a more short-term fashion purchase with the expectation that it will last only a few years before being thrown away. Slow furniture is a philosophy that represents both a rejection of this modern throwaway culture and a return to traditional craftsmanship. In keeping with this concept, at Beatties we sell quality furniture that while more expensive upfront, will give long term better value and be environmentally more responsible. The old adage of ‘buy once, buy well’, furniture that is designed for longevity, not seasonal trends.

All of us can understand the value of high-quality pieces of furniture that are built to stand the test of time and new furniture is not something we buy every day. Beatties offers you exactly what you are looking for, durable long-lasting furniture that doesn’t compromise on style. We partner with award winning brands like himolla and Stressless that are dedicated to giving you sustainable, functional and expertly designed furniture.

At Beatties we also understand that not everyone has the same budget when it comes to their furniture purchases, but we believe that we can all buy well. We provide choices that give true value for money, items that are well made for their price points and will give many years of happiness.

What should I look for

in a lounge or recliner?

When you sit down take note of how much lumbar support you feel, is your back right against the back of the chair? Are your legs fully supported, do your feet swing or are your knees in the air? Do you have good head support if your chair reclines and are your arms and shoulders relaxed? Finding the right lounge or recliner that is perfect for you can be like buying shoes, we’re all different shapes and sizes. This is why at Beatties we have such a large range of lounges and recliners, and our trained staff will make the process of finding your ultimate comfort easier.

What's in the future

for Beatties

Michael and his wife Kathy are still enthusiastic about the furniture that we sell and feel a thrill when we find something new that our customers would love. We love to keep abreast with the trends in style and colours, constantly looking to excel in our field and have a store that we are proud to share with the Coffs Coast region. There’s always something new to see at Beatties.