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Should have received Sofa, Factory doesn't even have fabric yet
"Special Order" apparently means, total *** I ordered the Henry Sofa a couple of months ago, should have received it a week ago. Kept receiving letters saying it will ship in such and such a date. Dates came and went, no sofa. I finally called customer service and was informed that the factory doesn't have the fabric to make the sofa and they have no idea when they're getting it. And if you go online, you can STILL order the sofa. They don't even have the fabric! They're selling furniture that they DON'T have! This is complete ***.
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ID
Location
Gainesville, Florida
Product
West Elm Sofa
Loss
$899
New Reviewer
What didn't they do wrong?!
I urge you NOT to order from West Elm. Save yourself the trouble and the headache. The only reason I gave this one star is because I couldn't put zero stars. I have NEVER dealt with a less professional business than West Elm. I purchased a king size bed frame and head frame. UPS delivered the headboard about a week and a half later. The bed frame was routed to the wrong address and it was only discovered when they called to try to deliver to the wrong state (yes, as in US State). I spent the next 33 days trying to get it re-routed, all the while watching stock dwindle. I called countless times and spent countless hours on the phone about every other day. On the 33rd day I finally got someone willing to do their job and it was finally re-routed. A week later my bed was delivered. As the delivery crew assembled what should be my king size bed I noticed a number of problems, the biggest being it was not a king size bed, but a full. On top of that they did not have any slats and the cross brace looked to be from a twin and did not cover the width of even the full bed. I called customer service and was told they no longer have that bed in stock and basically I was out of luck. The bed frame went back with the delivery drivers. On top that, the bed that they did put together looked like it would buckle under 10 pounds, the quality simply was NOT there. I then explained to them that I needed to get a headboard back to them since I did not and would not be getting a bed to attach it to. Had I actually got someone to do their job a month and a half ago this probably would not be a problem. Since I was expecting a bed to attach this headboard to I had discarded the box. In hindsight, my mistake was assuming I was dealing with competent people. I was told they cannot send someone to get this and I would have to find a box to put it in and ship it back to them. Where exactly am I going to find a box to fit a king size headboard?! Not likely... So basically, for over a month and a half of my time trying to get someone to do their job, more frustration than I thought possible, and most likely money out of my pocket for a huge box to ship this back, I got NOTHING! And it's not even over. I am still waiting on my refund for the frame, and unless I can figure out how to get a box for the headboard I am out of luck... great way to do business. I urge you NOT to order from West Elm. Save yourself the trouble and the headache.
ID
Location
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Service
West Elm Delivery Service
Loss
$800
West Elm sold faulty outdoor table cover; ruined table
I purchased a West Elm outdoor wood-slat dining table and six chairs from a friend, all in perfect condition. I ordered a West Elm outdoor table cover to protect them from rain. The cover leaked in a rainstorm and ruined my table. West Elm refused to compensate me for the ruined table, despite the fact that their faulty cover had caused the damage (of which I have before and after photos), because I had not purchased the table directly from West Elm. This, however, is not a warranty issue; it is an issue of damage caused by their faulty product.
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Location
Newark, New Jersey
Product
West Elm Table
New Reviewer
I ordered the Elton settee couch in Jan quoted as shipping in 8-10 weeks and it still hasn't shipped from the distributor in mid-April with no idea when it will ship from the distributor. West Elm told me in mid-March it would be shipping, and then again in April. It...
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PissedConsumer461997
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My settee was ordered Nov 27. Just got it Monday April 2.
Legs also installed wrong. What a piece of *** this company is.
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Location
Dallas, Texas
New Reviewer
West Elm: false advertising; no remorse
Update by user Mar 31, 2011
Note:
1) Despite the fact that I have repeatedly drawn this pivotal discrepancy in dimensioning to West Elm\'s and William Sonoma\'s attention, the online page advertising the sale of this \"narrow-leg twin bedframe\" product STILL, TODAY, lists mattresses for sale to accompany this product THAT WILL NOT FIT WITHIN THE FRAME.
2) My complaint does not even address the lack of candor that I encountered
3) I now know it is NOT A COINCIDENCE that West Elm HAS NO CONSUMER REVIEWS OF ITS PRODUCTS.
This a shame. In every sense of the word.
Original review posted by user Mar 31, 2011
I stage houses for sale. Because we are in an ongoing, difficult, slow market -- especially for the southern resort houses that are my specialty -- my professional reputation (and future work) depends entirely on quickly and efficiently accomplishing the staging of a house, cottage or condo done so that it may be shown to advantage, asap .... within an extremely limited peak selling season that runs from the beginning of January through April. Yet. Today is April 1st. So, FOUR MONTHS after placing an order with West Elm for (2) twin and (1) queen-sized "narrow-leg bed frames" (guaranteed by customer service for delivery within two weeks -- before Christmas -- but actually delivered only in mid-March) the twin frames -- though finally delivered two weeks ago -- are still a MAJOR problem. Why? Because West Elm shamelessly advertises these twin frames as those that the savvy consumer might enhance by ordering one of three twin mattresses that are shilled on the SAME ONLINE PAGE as the "twin" bedframes. Only trouble is.... a standard twin mattress is 39" wide -- as are ALL THREE of the mattresses West Elm hawks on the same page as the narrow-leg bed frames. Which would lead the normal person to believe that if West Elm is promoting these products in tandem, the products actually fit together. Actually? NOT. In fact, the interior measurement of the West Elm "twin" bedframes is only 38" wide -- which means that NO STANDARD TWIN MATTRESS of 39"W can be fitted into the frame -- not even an inflatable one, the base of which is rigid. Rather, the consumer may only resort to bunk bed mattresses that are 38" wide, though they are far less diverse and pleasing in both their height and variety of density. Most bunk bed mattresses are only 8" high, rather than the 11" height; few to none are available in memory foam. With the clock ticking well towards the end of the resort island selling season, I brought these sequential problems of false advertising, delay and communications "confusion" to West Elm's attention. WEst Elm's response? Perfectly nice people in customer service offered to rebate surcharge and/or shipping charges. BUT NO ONE addressed the essential issues -- that: a) my professional standing was going south in a limited sales season due to their nonchalant malfeasance; and, b) West Elm was knowingly advertising 39"W mattresses for sale with the narrow-leg bed frame .... while knowing that the interior measurement of the bed frame was, in fact, only 38"W ... which might as well be a mile. And, to add insult to injury, that the inferior 38"W mattress available was SUBSTANTIALLY MORE EXPENSIVE as it was part of a niche, bunk bed market. Through sequential levels of seniority, I eventually spoke to a public relations attorney in West Elm's parent company, William Sonoma. She offered minimal money off my order as recompense -- HA! Better than nothing, but not even close to recognizing the ACTUAL PROBLEM that needed to be resolved. I'll spare you the rest. But know this: I demanded that West Elm correct its online catalog page to make it clear that the "twin" bed frame was actually not 39'W. THREE WEEKS LATER, the online page STILL touts the additional purchase of three pricy mattresses THAT WILL NOT FIT IN THE FRAME. CAVEAT EMPTOR, my friends
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ID
Location
Columbia, South Carolina
Service
West Elm Shipping Service
New Reviewer
West Elm Store Harrassing for non justified late fees
Retailers, like West Elm Store, are more evil that those banks charging exorbitant fees. Congress has noticed the banks. It's time to take a look at retailer practices. I bought five pillows at a West Elm Store. Stupidly, I let the clerk talk me into getting a special card so I'd collect points good for future purchases. It turned out to be their credit card – he wasn't exactly up front. When the credit card bill came I sent off a check and paid in full – on time. Well, apparently my payment was not received on time. So, the next month I received a bill with only a late fee and interest on the late fee – the late fee was $20. I wrote a note, explained that I did not think I should have to pay this, and thought that was that. No, no. The bills keep coming – every month. And each month they add another late fee (for $20 bucks) and accumulated interest. I wrote another note. It's up to < $100 bucks now. West Elm Store started harassing me for the late fees immediately. They call seven days a week, starting around 8:30 a.m. The number is usually 303-255-**** or unknown. An internet search revealed that there are tons of consumer complaints about the harassment associated with this number. They call at least four or five times a day and when I don't answer the phone (duh?) they call my business line. I tried explaining my position to them, got ignored and now just suffer the harassment of the endless calls. They called Sunday morning at 830. I had my volume off. Keep calling West Elm Store. No one's home to take your call. Oh, and you might want to spend your time going after real delinquent accounts.
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Location
Plano, Texas
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Yep, another story of "they shouldn't sell it if they don't have it." I ordered a sofa early August and the delivery at the time said the end of August. I just called to inquire about the date and they said mid- November - ALMOST 4 MONTHS!!!???? Crazy.
I ordered a Henry Sectional on June 15th. They claimed it was backordered until the 29th.
OK. It is now Aug 3 and still no sofa. I called Williams Sonoma because they own West Elm and they tried to help. He called me back and said should be shipping out on Monday Aug 6.
Ha, I'll believe it when I see it. Now I want to cancel because of reviews of the Henry being of such poor quality.
If it's not on it's way next week, I'm getting my money back. :upset
We have this couch and after like 2 months the cushions are all like pancakes. I called and they sent me new cushions but already they are flattening out again.
I know it isnt the most expensive furnoture but it was still 1500 nd looks like ***. I am probably going to try to return it.
Same horrible issues, got the couch and it didn't even match the swatch they had sent me, not even close! Had to refuse delivery after waiting 3+ months.
Now I'm in a waiting game to see if they will approve the full refund. Bunch of BS.
I have the large Henry sofa and I can tell you that after a few DAYS the back cushions are sinking and look like they're long slumpy bean bags rather than back cushions. The bottom cushions are better but the fabric seems to rotate around the foam so I'm having to constantly pull it back so the piping is at the corners. Do not buy this sofa
I have the large Henry sofa and I can tell you that after a few DAYS the back cushions are sinking and look like they're long slumpy bean bags rather than back cushions. The bottom cushions are better but the fabric seems to rotate around the foam so I'm having to constantly pull it back so the piping is at the corners. Do not buy this sofa
I ordered the Henry sectional in August and just received in mid December after numerous calls and getting the same run arounds described. The worst part though is now after having the sectional for about 30 days it looks like complete ***.
The cushions are all sinking in and almost flat. There is no way this is going to hold up.
Do not order this piece of furniture! Even after the ridiculous wait you are going to be stuck with a piece or furniture that isn't going to last.
Going through the same thing with the Chester sofa. I called Max Home (the vendor) directly 662-862-**** and they cannot tell me anything about the order, but did say they are not backed up.
My sofa was supposed to ship in late December. Then yesterday.
Now I'm told it is just now "in production". I want to cry.
Sharon C - can you please help me?! I am in love with the look of the Chester, but it is now only available online, so I can't tell if it will be comfortable or not.
It is a soft squishy sofa, or does it feel more hard and formal? I'd really appreciate your help!
Apparently the Henry Sectional is a horrible piece to order from them. We purchased ours (blue microplush fiber, or something like that) on August 6. We were told multiple times of delays with delivery, and ended up receiving it at the end of October, after calling customer service multiple times to track the order (since they couldn't appear to track it themselves - they told us we would be receiving our ottoman late, when we had in fact already received that piece).
We then discovered within 2 weeks that one piece of the sectional is making a huge creaking sound. I mean, very loud, where you can hear it on the other end of the phone. The other sectional piece makes a very slight sound. We also discovered a big sinking of the couch in one spot after sitting in it for only a month. They told us to "rotate" the cushions, but if they're going to wear out that quickly, it sounds like the quality isn't very good.
We called and they did send a furniture medic to our house to repair it. He wasn't able to do it in house, so we needed to schedule a pick up for West Elm to come and get it and bring it to his shop. This took 3 weeks after multiple calls to both West Elm and the repair place. No one seemed to know what was going on in the process.
We finally got the couch back today, and no joke, the creak is just as loud as it was when we sent it last week. And they didn't even begin to look at the sinking of the couch and the cushions.
I would steer anyone clear of ordering this piece of furniture. It's beautiful, but it's been a horrendous mess dealing with the customer service line and delivery issues, and obvious quality issues.