Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Destination for Unique Furniture in Suffolk, VA
Carter Furniture has served Suffolk, Virginia and the Tidewater region since 1958, establishing itself as a premier destination for eclectic home furnishings. Our family-owned business combines generational expertise with a passion for curating unique pieces that reflect diverse tastes and styles. We offer new solid wood furniture crafted to order, thousands of antique and vintage treasures, and an extensive selection of collectibles spanning multiple eras and categories. Our experienced team collaborates with customers to create personalized home decor solutions, emphasizing quality craftsmanship and individualized service. With commercial-grade upholstery featuring hundreds of fabric options and a lifetime warranty on frames, we balance durability with design flexibility.Regular inventory updates ensure fresh discoveries with each visit, while our express delivery program maintains competitive lead times for custom orders. Open evenings by appointment, we maintain a pressure-free environment where clients can explore at their own pace. Our showroom features transitional, traditional, and contemporary styles alongside rare finds from international markets. Through our Facebook page and website, we provide additional insights into our evolving collection and team dynamics. Committed to community service for over six decades, we continue expanding our offerings to meet modern interior design demands while preserving the charm of timeless pieces.
Services
Antique Furniture
Vintage Decor
Collectible Items
Custom Upholstery
Interior Accents
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We have over 65 years of furniture retail experience in the Tidewater area
- Our inventory includes thousands of antiques and collectibles unavailable elsewhere
- We offer lifetime warranty frames on all custom upholstery orders
- Our express delivery program ensures factory completion within 10-12 weeks
- Our inventory refreshes weekly with new antique and vintage acquisitions
Services
Antique Furniture
We offer authentic antique furniture dating back to the 17th century, including rare solid oak cabinets from Italy and Henkel Harris cherrywood collections. Our curated selection preserves historical craftsmanship while complementing modern interiors. Every item undergoes quality inspection to ensure structural integrity and authenticity.
Custom Upholstery
Create personalized seating solutions with our commercial-grade upholstery service. Choose from hundreds of fabric options, leg finishes, and decorative accents including crystal button tufting. Lifetime warranties on frames and five-year seat cushion guarantees ensure lasting comfort and durability for made-to-order pieces.
Vintage Collectibles
Our extensive collection features Waterford crystal, Murano glass, and Disney memorabilia alongside sports collectibles and historical items. Regular inventory updates bring new discoveries like vintage perfumes, comic books, and automotive models. Specialized storage solutions protect value while maintaining accessibility for collectors.
Interior Accent Items
Enhance spaces with transitional and contemporary accent pieces including lamps, mirrors, and artwork. Our eclectic inventory includes both functional and ornamental items that reflect diverse design aesthetics. New seasonal arrivals ensure continual inspiration for residential and commercial decorating projects.
Dining Room Sets
Explore complete dining room solutions featuring tables, chairs, and buffets in traditional to contemporary styles. Stock options allow immediate delivery while custom combinations accommodate specific spatial requirements. Solid wood construction ensures lasting quality for family heirloom dining experiences.
Questions
Does Carter's offer delivery services for large furniture items?
Yes, we provide delivery services for all purchased furniture items with special handling available for antique and fragile pieces.
Can I special order furniture in custom dimensions?
Absolutely - our custom upholstery program allows specification of sizes, fabric choices, and decorative trimmings to meet unique spatial needs.
Are there payment plans available for larger purchases?
We offer layaway plans for qualifying purchases - please contact our sales team for specific financing arrangements.
Do you accept antique furniture for consignment?
Yes, we consider consignment items meeting our quality and authenticity standards - schedule an appointment with our appraisal team for evaluation.
What are your current vaccination policies for in-store visitors?
As of our last update in November 2024, we follow CDC guidelines for indoor mask requirements and social distancing measures.