Whether you are replacing a tired lounge suite, furnishing a new build or finally upgrading the spare room bed, the best furniture stores in Blenheim cover everything from custom New Zealand made sofas to well known bedding and outdoor ranges. Showrooms around the town let you sit on a chair before you commit, with delivery across Marlborough and design help if you want it. Furniture Gallery Blenheim and Lynfords head the list below.
1Furniture Gallery Blenheim
Furniture Gallery Blenheim is an 11,000 square foot furniture store on Grove Road, locally owned by Rob Bruce, and it trades as Beds R Us and the La-Z-Boy Gallery under the same roof. The range runs from beds and bedroom furniture through lounge suites, dining and occasional pieces to outdoor living. It suits shoppers who want to see lounge, bedroom, dining and outdoor ranges in one large showroom, with advice from a team of long serving local retail staff.
Services
- Leather and fabric lounge suites, sofa beds and La-Z-Boy recliners
- Beds and mattresses through the in-store Beds R Us department
- Bedroom furniture and bedroom suites
- Dining suites, occasional chairs and home accessories
- Outdoor living furniture and shade umbrellas
Highlights
- Owner operated in Blenheim since 1997 by Rob Bruce
- The only La-Z-Boy Gallery in Marlborough, carrying the full La-Z-Boy range
- Beds R Us mattresses made exclusively for the group by Sleepyhead
- Marlborough’s exclusive stockist of Devon Outdoor Living and Shade7 umbrellas
- In-home design service for customers planning a whole room
Location & Contact
Name: Furniture Gallery Blenheim
Address: 48 Grove Road, Blenheim
Phone: 03 578 3135
Website: furnituregalleryblenheim.co.nz
2Lynfords
Lynfords is a family run furniture store on Scott Street, first established by Kay and Lindsay Thomason, with the Blenheim shop now owned by Hamish and Mel. The stock leans towards New Zealand made pieces that can be customised, alongside imported names such as Stressless and Danske Mobler. It is a good fit for buyers who want to specify a fabric or a size rather than take what is on the floor.
Services
- Living room furniture including sofas, recliners and Stressless seating
- Dining tables, chairs and display, storage and desk furniture
- Bedroom furniture and beds
- Outdoor furniture, planters and outdoor bean bags
- Interior design consultation plus custom made furniture, curtains and blinds
Highlights
- Locally owned and family run, established in 1996
- Now in second generation ownership, with more than 20 years in the business behind the Blenheim owner
- Plenty of New Zealand made furniture held in store and able to be customised
- Sister store in Stoke, Nelson, giving access to stock on both sides of the hill
Location & Contact
Name: Lynfords
Address: 43 Scott Street, Blenheim
Phone: 03 577 9506
Website: lynfords.co.nz
3The Lounge Suite Company
The Lounge Suite Company designs and builds its own lounge furniture in Blenheim and sells it directly to the public from a factory showroom on High Street. Stuart and Sally run it themselves, working with customers on design, fabric and colour before anything is built. It is the option to look at when nothing on a retail floor fits the room or the taste.
Services
- Custom made lounge suites built to your design
- Armchairs, footstools and ottomans
- Headboards and bedroom furniture
- Full re-upholstery service for existing furniture
Highlights
- New Zealand made, with all frames built from New Zealand pine
- Foam supplied by Dunlop Foam
- Ten year structural warranty on all of its furniture
- Stuart has worked in the New Zealand furniture industry since 1977
- Fabric samples in store from Warwick, James Dunlop, Mokum, Charles Parsons, Textilia and Clarke & Clarke
Location & Contact
Name: The Lounge Suite Company
Address: 120 High Street, Blenheim
Phone: 03 578 6392
Website: loungesuitecompany.co.nz
4Harvey Norman Blenheim
Harvey Norman’s Blenheim store sits on Rene Street in Springlands and carries furniture and bedding alongside whiteware, kitchen appliances and technology. The furniture side covers lounge, dining, home office, nursery and outdoor, with a separate bedding department for beds and mattresses. It suits shoppers who would rather compare a wide brand range in one trip, or who are furnishing a house from scratch.
Services
- Lounge suites, sofas and recliner chairs
- Dining suites, dining tables and bar stools
- Beds, mattresses and bedroom furniture
- Home office desks and chairs
- Outdoor furniture and barbecues
Highlights
- Click and Collect available at the Blenheim store
- Open seven days, with late night trading until 7pm on Thursdays
- Furniture and bedding sold alongside appliances and technology in one store
Location & Contact
Name: Harvey Norman Blenheim
Address: 54-56 Rene Street, Springlands, Blenheim
Phone: 03 520 9700
Website: stores.harveynorman.co.nz/harvey-norman-blenheim-south-island
5Big Save Blenheim
Big Save’s Blenheim showroom is on Kinross Street in the town centre and focuses on value across furniture, beds and whiteware. The store carries lounge suites, dining sets, mattresses and home office pieces, with the option to order online and have it delivered. It is worth a look for first homes, rentals and anyone furnishing to a set budget.
Services
- Lounge suites and sofas
- Mattresses and bed bases
- Dining sets
- Home office furniture and desks
- Whiteware and kitchen appliances
Highlights
- New Zealand family owned and operated since 1973
- Doorstep delivery across Marlborough, with online ordering as well as the showroom
- Big Save Commercial arm for business and rental fit-outs
- Open seven days
Location & Contact
Name: Big Save Blenheim
Address: 18 Kinross Street, Blenheim
Phone: 0800 244 7283
Website: bigsave.co.nz/store/blenheim
How to Choose the Right Furniture Store in Blenheim
- Decide whether you want to buy off the floor or have a piece made, because a custom maker and a large retail showroom answer quite different needs.
- Sit on it. Seat depth, cushion firmness and arm height matter far more than a photograph, and every showroom on this list has stock you can try.
- Ask what the frame and foam are made of, and get the warranty in writing before you pay a deposit.
- Check delivery and assembly before you buy, including whether the store will take the old suite away and whether it can get through a narrow doorway.
- Measure the room and the access, then take those measurements with you rather than relying on the size looking about right in a large showroom.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blenheim Furniture Stores
What kinds of furniture can I buy in Blenheim?
Between them the town’s showrooms cover lounge suites and recliners, dining tables and chairs, bedroom suites, beds and mattresses, home office desks, outdoor settings and accessories such as rugs, cushions and lamps. Some stores also sell whiteware and appliances alongside the furniture.
Can I get furniture custom made in Blenheim?
Yes. The Lounge Suite Company builds lounge furniture to order in its Blenheim workshop, and Lynfords offers custom made furniture along with curtains and blinds. Custom work usually means choosing the frame size, the configuration and the fabric, so allow time for the build.
Do Blenheim furniture stores deliver around Marlborough?
Delivery across the wider Marlborough region is standard. Ranges and charges vary by store and by how far out of town you are, so confirm the delivery area, the cost and the likely date at the time of ordering rather than after.
Is New Zealand made furniture worth choosing over imported?
New Zealand made pieces are often built with local timber frames and locally supplied foam, and they can usually be customised and repaired later. Imported ranges tend to offer more style choices at lower price points. The sensible test is the frame construction, the foam grade and the warranty rather than the country on the label alone.
Can an old sofa be reupholstered instead of replaced?
Often yes, and it can be the better call when the frame is solid and the shape suits the room. The Lounge Suite Company offers a full re-upholstery service in Blenheim. Ask for an assessment of the frame and springs first, because reupholstering a failing frame is money poorly spent.
What are my rights if furniture arrives damaged or faulty?
Furniture bought from a retailer is covered by the Consumer Guarantees Act, which requires goods to be of acceptable quality and fit for purpose. That sits alongside any manufacturer warranty the store offers. You can read the Act itself on legislation.govt.nz, and Consumer NZ publishes plain English guidance on how to raise a claim.
Do furniture stores in Blenheim offer finance or payment plans?
Several do, through the usual interest free and buy now pay later providers, and the options differ from store to store. Check the total cost, the term and any establishment or late fees before signing, and confirm what happens if you return the goods.
How long does a special order take to arrive?
Anything held in the showroom can usually go home or be delivered quickly. Custom built and indented stock takes longer because the piece is made or shipped to order, so ask for an estimated date in writing when you place the order and check whether the deposit is refundable.