Get to Know Medley Furniture, the Brand Shoppers Say is "Absolutely Perfect"

Once you make the choice to live more sustainably, the details of your life can change. Perhaps you start bringing reusable bags to the grocery store, or using public transportation more often. It could be that you invest in a compost bin, or sift through thrift stores. And in the realm of home design, eco-friendly considerations can also become a priority — from the paint that’s chosen for the walls, to the rug that unfurls on the floor, to the sofa sitting right smack dab in the middle.

For those who are looking to furnish their home with products made from an environmental mindset, it can be tough to find a range of worthwhile pieces that fit the bill. But Medley is a direct-to-consumer brand that is trying to do just that. 

The foundations of Medley began in 2005 as a side project for brothers Travis Nagle and Ryan Schultz, who grew up in Sacramento with parents who were interested in protecting the environment. (They call it a “hippie household,” which is a lovingly joking way to say that their parents were ahead of the curve.) They started by building and selling furniture from their L.A., post-college home, and as they learned about the chemicals and toxins that usually are part of the process in a worldwide industry, they felt even more compelled to do things differently. The ultimate goal? Their company would be cleaner, but still provide pieces that last. 

Read on to learn more about Medley, and why it may be worth it to invest in its eco-friendly furniture.

What Is Medley?

Medley is a direct-to-consumer furniture company mainly focused on creating comfortable bedrooms, living rooms, and dining rooms through a sustainable lens. Customers can choose from pieces like mattresses and sectionals, or side chairs and dining tables, and all appear in a fits-with-everything mid-century modern or contemporary style. And while every piece also fits into the current trends, here’s where Medley is distinctive: The company wants its materials to put the environment first. 

Pieces are made-to-order in an effort to avoid wasting materials and prevent unsold pieces from piling up in landfills. Its wood, wool, fabrics, and finishes have all received the various certifications needed to prove their low impact on the environment, from wood sourced from locally protected forests to organic textiles. Wood pieces, as well as ones made with natural latex and wool upholstery are constructed in Los Angeles, mattresses are made in Illinois, and anything having to do with poly-foam furniture finds its way from North Carolina.

Do You Need to Assemble Medley Furniture?

Most of Medley’s furniture arrives assembled, but you will still have to do some simple tasks on a few items to finish things off. Don’t worry, it shouldn’t take more than an hour to do so, and that’s being generous.

Does Medley Deliver?

White-glove delivery service comes standard with Medley for large purchases like a sofa or a mattress, and is accomplished with a third-party delivery service that will schedule a drop-off with each customer directly. The deliverers will bring the order through your door and remove the packaging, but assembly is up to you. 

That being said, you aren’t required to have this white-glove service come with your order if you’re not interested. When the delivery service calls, just let them know that they can drop it by your front door and you’ll take it from there.

The only items that don’t get the white-glove service are ottomans, poufs, and throw pillows.

Does Medley Have Stores?

While there’s no way to shop for Medley furniture in person because it is entirely online, the company does have a 30-day trial in place for its entire catalog as soon as the order arrives. As far as warranties go, the company is impressively confident. It has a lifetime warranty on frames, a 20-year warranty on mattresses, a decade-long warranty on fillings, and a five-year warranty on upholstery.

Are There Any Medley Sales?

Medley has sales throughout the year — particularly on the most-beloved sale day of the year, Black Friday — but there’s a way to get discounts whenever the time is right for you. Medley has a “ready to ship” section on its site that features discounts on returned items, with the hope that purchasing these ready-made furnishings will lower their environmental impact (rather than just languishing in a warehouse). If you don’t mind scrolling through the designs for major discounts, then this could be a worthwhile route for stylish and sustainable finds.

Is Medley Furniture Worth it?

Yes, because Medley contends that its furniture is made to last, you may be more than willing to invest in its pieces. And if you do, here are the ones that should get your vote.

0124 Is Medley Furniture Worth It?

As one of the company’s bestsellers, this small-space sofa is perfect for anyone who wants to be especially efficient with a cozy footprint. This two-cushion loveseat comes with a choice between certified poly-foam filling or added down, as well as a full spectrum of shades to choose from. Want to make a bold statement, regardless of size? Try it in the velvety Amber shade. “Beautiful, non-toxic, and well made,” said one reviewer. “I’m very happy with this purchase. I had ordered three conventional sofas prior to this one, but all were sadly treated with fire retardants.”

For those needing a larger sectional, look to this Rio model for the job — it’s the company’s most popular style. It has a medium depth and height to satisfy a crowd, and a range of finishes to choose from. While the neutral options are perennially popular, getting it in the Coast chenille fabric would set you apart. “Great couch, very comfortable, and looks awesome in our living room,” says one reviewer. “We also loved the delivery process, the men placed the couch into our home and removed all the packaging. So easy!”

The Sino coffee table has a marble top and a wood base, with a drawer on one side and an open shelf on the other. In other words, it checks multiple style boxes. While you can choose between having it built in hard white maple or American walnut, the latter gets our vote. It’s sure to never go out of style.

Made from 100% maple or walnut and capable of seating up to eight, this dining table can be used by families for the foreseeable future. In fact, it’s built for a lifetime, according to the company.

This classic, mid-century modern bookcase can be used in nearly every room of a home, from the corner of a living room or bedroom, to even a personalized bar in a dining room. It’s made from either maple or walnut, and stands at just under three-feet high.