What if your next chair
didn’t need a sequel?
Most furniture looks great on Day One. But after a year of cleaning, shifting, and constant use, the real story begins. Every chair reflects how you invest—and how that investment holds up over time. This is where ROI matters. With Kwalu, long-term performance isn’t a guess—it’s built in. Fewer replacements. Less maintenance. Lower lifetime costs. See how smarter choices today can deliver a stronger ROI tomorrow.
Why Furniture ROI Deserves a Closer Look
In senior living communities, furniture isn’t just décor—it’s part of the infrastructure. It shapes the daily experience for staff and residents, impacts infection control, and drives operational costs over time. But too often, decisions are made based on the purchase price alone.
Over a 10-year span, the real ROI of furniture becomes clear: durability, maintenance, and replacement cycles all add up. Looking beyond the upfront cost reveals which choices are built to last—and which ones are destined for a sequel.
Behind the Story: Three Cautionary Tales
Every chair tells a story—and some stories come with hidden costs.
Here are three cautionary tales to consider before your next purchase.
Kwalu looks like new, year after year.
“You’re making a one-time investment that is well worth it. It’s just smart business.”
Alexander Markowitz, President & Founder, Spring Hills, Senior Communities
“We’ve needed this for 20+ years, so it’s a long time coming.”
Elyse Elliot, Senior Designer, Henrickson for Hennepin Clinic & Specialty Center
What would it cost to do this all over again?
Use our Total Cost of Ownership calculator to estimate the real impact of your next furniture decision—factoring in replacement, refinishing, maintenance, and staff time.
15 Chairs Over 10 Years
| Category | Kwalu | Metal | Wood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase Cost | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Maintenance Cost | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total 10-Year Cost | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Kwalu Savings vs. Alternative | — | $0 | $0 |
- Estimated 10-year costs based on COM pricing, standard use, and average replacement assumptions.
- Kwalu Chair: $600 each (no replacements, no maintenance)
- Metal Chair: $300 each (replaced 3 times over 10 years, 20 hrs/year maintenance per 40 chairs)
- Wood Chair: $450 each (replaced 4 times over 10 years, 25 hrs/year maintenance per 40 chairs)
Ready to furnish smarter—not more often?
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