Using the search function, you can start browsing for new items, and of course for furniture. In this guide, you'll learn everything you need to know to sell new or used furniture online. As an alternative to other websites or social media platforms, you'll also learn about the potential benefits for you when selling furniture as an Amazon seller.
Sell furniture online
Selling furniture online is easier than ever these days. Whether you want to sell used furniture or new pieces such as a sofa, thanks to the wide range of apps, websites and services that facilitate the process, you can get started with minimal difficulty even if you're new to selling online.
You have various options when selling. You can post all your items on social media, on your own website, or on an existing website such as Amazon.
You have various options when selling. You can post all your items on social media, on your own website, or on an existing website such as Amazon.
Sell furniture and rugs online with Amazon
The Amazon website attracts large numbers of visitors every day who buy a wide variety of items, including furniture. Getting started is very easy once you have signed up as a seller on Amazon. You can then use the cost calculator to select the variant that is right for you. In addition, the Beginner's Guide gives you all the information you need to get started.
Before you start listing items on Amazon, prepare the following for each item:
Before you start listing items on Amazon, prepare the following for each item:
- High-resolution and informative images
- Item description with as much detail as possible (including defects, if any)
- Dimensions are particularly important for furniture
- Other information that makes it easier for the buyer to make a decision.
Fees for selling with Amazon
You will get a clear overview of all fees right from the start
with pricing. You'll also find everything you need to know about selling plans and referral fees. With the cost calculator, all costs that you will incur can be calculated right from the start. Further information such as shipping and other costs can be found here. More about these topics can be found in the next section.
with pricing. You'll also find everything you need to know about selling plans and referral fees. With the cost calculator, all costs that you will incur can be calculated right from the start. Further information such as shipping and other costs can be found here. More about these topics can be found in the next section.
Fulfillment
The shipping overview provides you with all the important information you need to know. You have two options for delivering your goods. The first option is MFN (Merchant Fulfillment Network), meaning you ship the goods yourself after the sale. Alternatively, you can choose FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon), with all the benefits that come with it.
Summary
Furniture is a popular item to sell via online retail. In addition to selling on social media, established platforms such as Amazon offer an ideal way to get started quickly, regardless of whether you want to sell new or used furniture online.
Assuming you haven't sold any furniture on Amazon yet, this information will help you do so. You can also find information on Amazon to help your business grow in the first 90 days.
Assuming you haven't sold any furniture on Amazon yet, this information will help you do so. You can also find information on Amazon to help your business grow in the first 90 days.
FAQs
Can I sell used furniture on Amazon?
Of course! For information, click here.
What are the costs of using Amazon?
To calculate the precise costs, we recommend using the cost calculator.
Who handles return shipments?
What are the steps and requirements for selling furniture on Amazon?
These are the steps and requirements you will need to complete to sell furniture on Amazon:
1. Sign up for an Amazon seller account. You can view the requirements here.
2. Select your selling plan. You can sell using the Individual or Professional selling plan.
3. List your products in the appropriate categories. Add product details and create a detailed page.
4. Attract customers with various resources and services to increase your visibility.
5. Keep track of your sales, offer excellent customer service and discover all of the opportunities for growth.
1. Sign up for an Amazon seller account. You can view the requirements here.
2. Select your selling plan. You can sell using the Individual or Professional selling plan.
3. List your products in the appropriate categories. Add product details and create a detailed page.
4. Attract customers with various resources and services to increase your visibility.
5. Keep track of your sales, offer excellent customer service and discover all of the opportunities for growth.
How profitable is selling furniture on Amazon?
Selling furniture on Amazon can be profitable as products like these are in high demand. To increase your chances of success, it's important to develop a business strategy and take advantage of the many programmes and services that Amazon offers.
Amazon offers its selling partners a growing number of options and fulfilment services, such as Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA). These services can simplify your logistics processes, raise your visibility and increase your chances of growing your online sales. Selling partners can also expand their horizons and sell throughout Europe or internationally.
Amazon offers its selling partners a growing number of options and fulfilment services, such as Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA). These services can simplify your logistics processes, raise your visibility and increase your chances of growing your online sales. Selling partners can also expand their horizons and sell throughout Europe or internationally.
What are the benefits of selling furniture on Amazon?
Amazon is a large and dynamic e-commerce site that offers sellers numerous benefits, such as the ability to:
1. Reach a global audience of millions of active customers every day.
2. Expand your business worldwide with Amazon Global Selling.
3. Use Amazon's marketing and advertising tools to promote your products and reach more buyers.
4. Simplify your logistics and customer service with Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA).
5. Register your brand on Amazon and build a strong brand reputation.
1. Reach a global audience of millions of active customers every day.
2. Expand your business worldwide with Amazon Global Selling.
3. Use Amazon's marketing and advertising tools to promote your products and reach more buyers.
4. Simplify your logistics and customer service with Fulfilment by Amazon (FBA).
5. Register your brand on Amazon and build a strong brand reputation.
How much commission does Amazon take for selling furniture?
The cost of selling on Amazon depends on your selling plan, product category, fulfilment strategy and other variables.
For the furniture category, Amazon charges a referral fee of 15% for the portion of the total sales price up to €200.00 and 10% for each portion of the total sales price above €200.00. The minimum referral fee per item is €0.30. Learn more here.
For the furniture category, Amazon charges a referral fee of 15% for the portion of the total sales price up to €200.00 and 10% for each portion of the total sales price above €200.00. The minimum referral fee per item is €0.30. Learn more here.
Which selling plan should I use to sell furniture on Amazon?
When you choose a selling plan, you have a choice between the Individual selling plan and the Professional selling plan. The Professional plan may be right for you if you:
1. Sell more than 40 items a month.
2. Want to promote your products.
3. Want access to advanced selling tools, such as APIs and reports.
The Individual plan costs €0.99 (excluding VAT) per item sold plus additional referral fees. The Professional plan costs €39 (excluding VAT) per month plus additional referral fees, regardless of the number of items you sell each month.
1. Sell more than 40 items a month.
2. Want to promote your products.
3. Want access to advanced selling tools, such as APIs and reports.
The Individual plan costs €0.99 (excluding VAT) per item sold plus additional referral fees. The Professional plan costs €39 (excluding VAT) per month plus additional referral fees, regardless of the number of items you sell each month.
Which items of furniture can I sell on Amazon Germany?
You can sell new or used furniture on Amazon Germany.
How do I create a product listing for furniture on Amazon?
After signing up as a seller on Amazon, you'll need to list your furniture products. No prior approval is required to sell furniture on Amazon.
A product entry includes:
1. Product identifier: A unique identifier for your product, such as a GTIN, UPC, ISBN or EAN. You can get a UPC code directly from GS1 or apply for an exemption.
2. SKU: A unique identifier for your product that you create to track your inventory.
3. Listing details: This includes price, product condition, available quantity and fulfilment options.
4. Product details: This includes the product name, brand, category, description and images.
5. Keywords and search terms: These help buyers find your product when they search for relevant terms on Amazon.
Learn more about adding your products here.
A product entry includes:
1. Product identifier: A unique identifier for your product, such as a GTIN, UPC, ISBN or EAN. You can get a UPC code directly from GS1 or apply for an exemption.
2. SKU: A unique identifier for your product that you create to track your inventory.
3. Listing details: This includes price, product condition, available quantity and fulfilment options.
4. Product details: This includes the product name, brand, category, description and images.
5. Keywords and search terms: These help buyers find your product when they search for relevant terms on Amazon.
Learn more about adding your products here.
What resources are available to sellers for selling furniture on Amazon Germany?
Sellers can benefit from a variety of resources for selling furniture or any other product category on Amazon Germany.
For example, Amazon Seller University provides free access to learning materials for a wide range of topics, such as optimising product listings, advertising and customer service. Sellers can also learn about tax requirements in the VAT Knowledge Centre.
Amazon offers a range of services and programmes to help sellers increase their presence and reach, including Advertising, Brand Registry and Automate Pricing. These growth resources can help sellers sell successfully online on Amazon.
For example, Amazon Seller University provides free access to learning materials for a wide range of topics, such as optimising product listings, advertising and customer service. Sellers can also learn about tax requirements in the VAT Knowledge Centre.
Amazon offers a range of services and programmes to help sellers increase their presence and reach, including Advertising, Brand Registry and Automate Pricing. These growth resources can help sellers sell successfully online on Amazon.
Sanjana Shinde
Sanjana Shinde is a Marketing Manager at Amazon. She is passionate about helping sellers discover growth opportunities in e-commerce. She also loves dancing and travelling.
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