[Oslo] Best furniture & interior stores: where do you buy quality pieces (and what’s worth skipping)?

I’ve bought a mix of basics and pricier pieces in Oslo, and my bold claim is that mid-range furniture here often lasts better than the flashy high-end stuff. From what I’ve seen, some local favorites do sofas and storage really well, especially when they focus on solid frames rather than trendy fabrics. Delivery has mostly been fine for me, but assembly is where things get shaky, so I now pay extra or do it myself to avoid crooked shelves. After about six months, cheaper beds started squeaking while a more boring-looking dining table held up perfectly, which says a lot. but there’s a nuance… if you’re renting short-term, durability matters less than flexibility, and cheaper options suddenly make more sense. I’ve learned to skip anything that feels overly lightweight, even if the design is cute. Price-wise, “fair” in Oslo still hurts, but paying a bit more upfront saved me replacing things fast. Which stores have actually surprised you with quality, and what furniture category do you think is worth spending real money on?

Totally agree on the mid-range sweet spot here. I’ve furnished two Oslo apartments now, and the stuff that’s held up best is the boring-looking, solid-frame pieces rather than anything screaming “designer.” Sofas and dining tables from mid-tier stores have been champs, while cheaper beds and flat-pack storage started creaking way too fast. Delivery has been fine for me overall, but I’ve learned the hard way that paying for assembly saves both time and swearing. If you’re renting short-term, I’d absolutely prioritize flexibility and resale value over longevity. Are you furnishing a long-term place, or is this more of a temporary setup while you’re in Oslo for a year or two?