Canada imported over C$903 million worth of furniture from the United States in 2024. That’s a large number of imports just to furnish our homes and offices. This cross-border spending comes with hidden costs, trade uncertainties, and an increasing dependence on international supply chains to live in our own country. What it also means is that we often end up spending more because of markups.
Furnishing your home should be fun. The questions you should be asking are how a particular piece of furniture fits in with your décor and lifestyle, not whether tariffs and trade wars are going to affect whether you can access the furniture you like without any nasty surprises in terms of cost.
That’s why we’ve built our business around tariff-free shopping and Canadian-made quality. None of our furniture is made in the U.S., and most of it is proudly crafted in Canada along with select international pieces that aren’t impacted by the kinds of tariffs driving up costs at other retailers. The result? Honest pricing, fewer supply chain surprises, and beautifully built furniture you can feel good about bringing home.
What Does “Tariff-Free” Really Mean?
Tariffs are taxes placed on imported goods by a government. In the furniture world, that usually means added costs which results in higher sticker prices without a jump in the actual quality of the item. When there is a trade dispute, like the one between the U.S. and other global markets, those tariffs can increase sharply, which in turn means sudden price hikes on imported furniture. This puts the burden on you to pay more that you should for a product simply because of where it was made.
Lately, with ongoing global supply chain challenges and increasing international tariffs, those surprise costs can really add up.
At Q Living, our products don’t come with that baggage. None of our furniture is made in the U.S. Instead, we focus on Canadian-made and select international pieces that aren’t impacted by the kinds of tariffs driving up costs at other retailers. That means you’re not paying inflated prices to offset import taxes. You’re simply getting exceptional furniture—period.
Why Buying Canadian Makes a Difference
Consciously choosing to acquire Canadian-made furniture goes beyond saving your hard-earned cash. It’s about investing in our economy, supporting our craftsmen and being assured of high-quality workmanship. Buying locally is great for the environment too!
Here’s why buying Canadian has become more than a feel-good decision—it’s a smart one.
Support Local Jobs and Canadian Craftsmanship
When you shop at Q Living and choose from our range of Canadian-made furniture, you’re empowering a local craftsperson to earn a living and are boosting the local economy by shopping locally.
These aren’t faceless factory pieces, every stitch, joint, and detail is a testament to the care that’s put into crafting a piece.
As an added bonus, since the pieces are Canadian made, they’re also highly customizable. This means you don’t have to redesign your room’s layout to fit your sofa, you can redesign your sectional to fit your life instead!
Reducing Your Carbon Footprint
Imported furniture often travels across oceans and continents to reach your home, leaving behind a large carbon footprint. Buying Canadian-made furniture significantly reduces the carbon footprint associated with transport. Canadian manufacturers are also held to stricter environmental regulations than many other countries. When you purchase Canadian, you know it has been sourced and produced sustainably.
Better Quality Control and Safer Materials
Canada has various third-party certification systems that not only promote sustainable forest management, but also grade the quality of lumber. This means that the quality of your furniture (and it’s ethical sourcing) is assured right from the start. That means no mystery chemicals in the foam, solid wood over particle board, and construction techniques built to last for years. It means it’s safe for your family, both two-legged and four. The high quality means it can withstand them too!
More Reliable Lead Times
Delays in international shipping are especially frustrating when you’re furnishing or refurbishing your home. When you buy Canadian-made furniture, many of those issues disappear. Canadian-made furniture shortens the supply chain, giving us (and you) more control over delivery timelines.
At Q Living, we aim to keep things smooth, simple, and on schedule.
The Real Cost of “Cheap” Imports
Furniture from big-box stores might look like a deal. Take a closer look, and you’ll often find cheap materials, limited warranties, and costly tariffs baked into the price – so you’re actually paying a lot more than the product is worth. You may find that they wear out faster, can’t be repaired easily, and may use lower-quality or even unsafe materials.
Q Living Guarantees Value For Money
At Q Living, we hold our international suppliers to the same superior standards we ask of our Canadian craftspeople. So, you’re assured superior quality furniture from our global collection too.
When you shop with us, you’re choosing:
- Transparent pricing with no tariff-related markups
- Locally made or carefully sourced global pieces
- Better quality, lower environmental impact, and long-term value
When you choose Q Living, you’re choosing furniture that’s made to last—and pricing that reflects real value, not hidden fees.
Visit Q Living Furniture today to explore our selection of Canadian-made and tariff-free furniture collections. Whether you’re furnishing your first home or upgrading your space with timeless pieces, we’re here to help—no tariffs, no surprises, just great furniture.
