Harden v. Drexel Quality

20 years ago

I am deciding between bedroom sets from Drexel Heritage (Drexel quality level) and Harden. I like the style of both sets equally (although i have yet to see the Harden set in person - still looking for it in stores...)and I gather from these boards that Harden is supposed to be higher quality but i'm not seeing that in the furniture that I've seen in the stores. What am I missing?

Right now I'm inclined to go for the Drexel Heritage set because its less expensive. But if the quality is higher for the Harden, I would have no problem spending more for longer lasting furniture.

Thanks in advance for your help!

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gypsyrose

20 years ago

Don't know anything about Harden, but I own a gorgeous French Provincial bedroom set made by Drexel, and it is at least 60 years old. This stuff is heavy and very well made. From what I understand they make very good quality furniture. I am sure my set will outlast me!

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ginny12
20 years ago
But is the Drexel of 60 years ago the same quality--or even owner--as Drexel of today? Maybe so, but maybe not. A lot has changed in that time, for better and for worse.
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higgledy
19 years ago
I own Harden Dining Room Suite. It is nice quality. We enjoy it.
johnwc
19 years ago
IMHO, Harden quality is superior to that of Drexel. Harden is made in the USA if that matters to you. I am not sure where Drexel is made these days.
susans02
19 years ago
I have both lines in my bedroom - DH's highboy & his nightstand are Drexel Heritage, my side table and our TV/ Armoire/Dresser combo is Harden. I love all of the pieces we got. My Harden stuff is HEAVY! One great thing about Harden (aside from great quality) is you can pick your own stain and in some cases level of distressing (if you want any at all). I was able to pick a stain that would match up with the Drexel pieces we ordered.
Granite_Man
19 years ago
Harden is on another level.

Harden is also much more expensive and justifiably so.