The ultimate guide to furnishing your home in Florence
Our ultimate guide to finding furnishings in Florence helps you find the perfect pieces to make your new place a new home!
Ellie Whyte
Moving your life to Florence comes with a lot of things to consider. Once you’ve found a rental house in one of Florence’s neighbourhoods, it’s time to find out where to buy essentials such as furniture and homeware.
In this article, we’ll show you where to find:
- New furniture for your new home
- The best secondhand furniture in Florence
- Homeware and décor to add some finishing touches
- A one-stop shop for everything your new home needs
Bookmark our Furnishing in Florence list to keep these spots handy.
Furniture stores in Florence
Like many Italian cities, Florence prides itself on its Italian design and culture. Because of this, most Florentian furniture stores have a high price tag to match the intricate design and work.
If you’re worried about your cost of living in Florence, consider shopping from these relatively affordable furniture stores in Florence:
Proudly run by an Italian family, Il Bambu is a common household name in Florence. It’s popular among Italians and expats as their consultants and interior designers can provide expert advice to help you furnish your new home.
Il Bambu sells a huge selection of indoor and outdoor furniture, as well as home décor. Their prices range from €16–€2,900. You’ll often find discounted prices and free delivery on their website, so be sure to check them out.
You can buy Il Bambu’s products online or in one of their 2 stores in Florence; Via Adriani 9-19 and Viale Europa 39.
Mobilmarket sells a wide range of Italian-made furniture, décor, and appliances, making it a great place to buy most of your furnishings. Although their prices range from €30 to more than €6,000, it’s worth the pricey investment because they offer a 15-year guarantee on all their products. And if you’re shopping online for the first time, you’ll get a 5% discount on your order.
In need of design inspiration? They have a beautiful magazine on their website with trends and the latest furniture pieces. It’s only available in Italian, making it the perfect opportunity to practice your Italian language skills!
Secondhand Furniture in Florence
Florence is home to plenty of vintage furniture stores, unique secondhand stores, and an abundance of flea markets. Here’re some of our favourite places for secondhand furniture in Florence.
Piazzetta dei Del Bene, 7/A, 50123 Firenze, Italy
A cult favourite, Amblé is a unique concept: a restaurant furnished with secondhand furniture, where all the furniture is for sale! Amblé’s prices start at around €40. Some pieces can be considered a little pricey since they upcycle much of their secondhand pieces. But at least this makes it unique!
Their furniture can be bought in-store or online. Luckily, their website is in English, making it an ideal shopping experience for expats.
Via dei Vanni, 56/a, 50142 Firenze, Italy
Ditutto Diupiù is one of our favourite flea markets in Florence. This market has plenty of things you’ll need once you move to Florence: from vintage furniture to electronic devices. Their prices are very affordable, but as this is a flea market, you’ll need some time to find the right pieces for your new place.
Be mindful when buying cheap appliances. Old appliances with bad energy ratings will drive up your utility costs.
Via S. Donato, 44, 50127 Firenze, Italy
Mercati Usato has been a Florentine institution for almost 30 years. Here, you can find plenty of affordable secondhand furniture, bicycles, appliances, and décor. Luckily, they price their products competitively, meaning you always get the best price for your new pre-loved furniture.
This market provides both in-person and online shopping. Since their website is well-maintained and regularly updated, it’s perfect to shop online on a tight budget.
Via Frà Diamante, 12/A, 50143 Firenze, Italy
This Mercatopoli market is notorious for its organisation, regularly changing stock, and affordable prices. And their friendly staff regularly help expats find the pieces they’re looking for. They offer both online and in-person shopping. While their website is not as well-maintained as their competitors, you can still find plenty of their furniture, clothing, and décor online.
Homeware
After you’ve bought your big pieces of furniture, you’ll need to buy the essential appliances, linens, and utensils to start living your best Florentine life. We’ve curated some of our favourite homeware stores to make this easier for you!
Linens and fabrics
A pricey but popular spot for Italians to buy their bedsheets and kitchen textiles. La Rinascente often provides discounts on its website and in-store. They sell plenty of home décor, popular brands, and clothing. It’s worth the price tag!
Upim provides a huge range of affordable bedding and other home textiles. You can shop online or in-store, both of which frequently have sales. You can also buy your utensils, décor, and clothes here!
Coin is a popular department store that stocks everything fabric — from clothes to bedsheets. Coin is super budget-friendly and offers several online discounts. Check them out!
Kitchenware, appliances, and essentials
This Italian store is over 100 years old and sells all the utensils and apparatus your new home could need. They’ve online and in-person shopping and offer free shipping for orders over €90.
Popular French chain store Carrefour has everything you need, from groceries to appliances to fitness equipment. They’ve plenty of stores across Florence and offer online shopping with plenty of discounts.
One-stop shop for all your home needs: IKEA
Via Francesco Redi, 1, 50019 Osmannoro FI, Italy
Naturally, IKEA is a hugely popular option amongst expats. Because of its affordability, huge selection, and familiar shopping experience, it’s an easy choice for new residents of Florence.
You can shop in person at IKEA’s warehouse-like store outside the centre of Florence. If you prefer to shop online, delivery costs start at €5, depending on the weight and distance of your delivery. You can also order online and pick it up in-store or at a depot close to your home.
Your move to Florence can be seamless if you prepare for what lies ahead. With this guide, you can find affordable, relevant stores to furnish your new home. Once you’ve found your furniture pieces, check out the public transport options in Florence if you don’t want to pay for delivery.
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