Mitchell Gold/McCreary Modern Sofas

18 years ago

We're trying to decide between a Mitchell Gold sofa to be purchased from their retail store and a McCreary Modern from Room & Board. The latter is a bit less expensive. Any suggestions/comparisons?

The MG has the advantage of the frame coming with a lifetime warranty (or so says the salesperson). R&B says they'll stand behind their products, and have a great service rep, but no guarantee. The MG frame has "screwed and glued" corners. MM/R&B is stapled and glued.

Further info on the MM/R&B is this:

Frame is kiln-dried hardwood, seven-layered engineered, with interlocking mortise and tendon joints, and mitered corner blocks. Seats are "Flexilator" (Tempered steel coil and grid spring platform). Back is webbing with sinuous arc spring, eleven-gauge coil. (None of this means anything to me, a rank novice at this.)

The analogous info on Mitchell Gold is here:

http://www.mgandbw.com/mgconstruction.asp

Thanks in advance for any feedback.

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artwo
18 years ago
I purchased a MM sectional from Robb & Stucky and will be returning it. The fabric ripples because it was not pulled tightly enough across the back &/or sides. This occurred on all 3 pieces. The vertical welt was straight on one corner, but not the other. The technician who evaluated the sofa said there was insufficient padding between the frame back and fabric covering, which is why you could see sharp vertical lines in the fabric. I love the look and comfort, but am disappointed with the quality.
Good luck with your purchasing decision.
mogator88
18 years ago
The MG has the advantage of the frame coming with a lifetime warranty (or so says the salesperson). R&B says they'll stand behind their products, and have a great service rep, but no guarantee. The MG frame has "screwed and glued" corners. MM/R&B is stapled and glued.

Lifetime warranty means if you make a claim directly with the factory you will have to pay the shipping for any repairs. Better to have a good retailer stand behind it, your "out-of-pocket" expenses will be a LOT less.

Further info on the MM/R&B is this:

Frame is kiln-dried hardwood, seven-layered engineered, with interlocking mortise and tendon joints, and mitered corner blocks. Seats are "Flexilator" (Tempered steel coil and grid spring platform). Back is webbing with sinuous arc spring, eleven-gauge coil. (None of this means anything to me, a rank novice at this.)

Seven layer means plywood. Plywood is strong and stable. It is NOT the traditional manner of making a sofa. Flexilator is a rigid steel grid panel with springs at the back. It operates like a hinge. So when you sit on the sofa, the cushions push down a panel. Known for never squeaking. Its a shortcut method of production.

Though I'm not thrilled with the MM construction, R&B has a good reputation and I would feel comfortable buying from them, I think they would do the right thing if you had a problem.
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dawninny
18 years ago
Before you buy either sofa you should consider ClubFurniture.com, they have similar furniture to PB, RH, MG & BW, C&B etc. that's made in NC. Plus they run sales all the time. Their warranty and returns policy also looks to be very good. See link below to view all their styles. Good luck!

Here is a link that might be useful: ClubFurniture.com Similar Furniture Styles