Varius Vintage offers a curated collection of original mid-century furniture, lighting, artwork and retro home decor. Each piece is hand-selected for quality, character and timeless design, helping you bring authentic mid-century modern style into your home.
FAQ
Do you sell authentic vintage and mid-century pieces?
We specialise in original vintage and mid-century pieces, chosen for quality, character and design. Occasionally we also offer later reproductions or designs inspired by classic furniture; these are clearly described as such and are never presented as original examples of a named designer’s work.
All pieces are sourced personally across the UK and Europe. We look for items with good craftsmanship, interesting design, and unique character. If it’s stylish, quirky, mid-century, retro or simply makes us smile, it earns a place in the shop.
How much is UK furniture delivery?
Our standard furniture delivery charge is £70 flat across the UK, including London. Collection from West Yorkshire is available by arrangement. Check the item page and checkout for the applicable delivery option; please contact us before ordering if access is unusually difficult or specialist handling is needed.
Do you ship across the UK?
Yes! We offer nationwide delivery on furniture, décor, artwork and collectables. Smaller items are sent via trusted couriers, while larger pieces are handled by specialist furniture carriers to ensure safe, careful delivery
Do you offer international shipping (including the USA)?
Yes — international shipping is available on many items, including furniture, lighting, artwork and collectables. If you’re shopping from outside the UK (including the USA or Europe), please contact us for a quick shipping quote.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery times vary depending on size and location:
- Small items: usually 2–4 working days
- Large furniture: usually 5–14 working days
- International: varies by courier
We always keep you updated and provide tracking where possible.
Do you have compact vintage furniture suitable for London flats?
Yes. Our stock includes compact sideboards, drop-leaf and extending dining tables, narrow desks and smaller storage cabinets. Compare each piece’s exact width, depth and height with the route into your home, including stairwells and lifts. Browse vintage sideboards, dining tables, desks and compact cabinets and storage.
How do I measure access for bulky furniture?
Before ordering a large item such as a sideboard, wardrobe, sofa, dining table or cabinet, please check the complete route from the delivery vehicle to the room where it will be placed. Measuring the room alone is not enough.
1. Check the furniture dimensions
- Note the item’s width, depth and height shown on the product page.
- Ask us for the smallest transport dimensions if legs, shelves, doors or other parts can be safely removed.
- Do not assume a piece will turn diagonally through a doorway simply because one measurement appears smaller.
2. Measure every doorway
- Measure the clear opening width at the narrowest point with the door fully open—not the outside of the frame.
- Measure the clear doorway height.
- Allow for handles, locks, radiators, skirting boards and the direction in which the door opens.
- Include communal entrances and building doors as well as your front door and the doorway into the final room.
3. Check hallways and corners
- Measure the narrowest hallway width and ceiling height.
- Check the space available to turn at corners and junctions.
- Allow for coat hooks, light fittings, radiators and other fixed obstructions.
4. Measure stairs and landings
- Measure the narrowest stair width, including any projecting handrails.
- Check the vertical headroom above the stairs.
- Measure landings, half-landings and tight turns, including the diagonal space available.
- Take note of banisters, low ceilings and light fittings that reduce clearance.
5. If using a lift
- Measure the lift-door opening width and height.
- Measure the internal width, depth and height of the lift.
- Check the lift’s weight limit and whether the item can be turned inside.
6. Leave a sensible margin
Furniture should not be exactly the same size as the available opening. Allow extra clearance for hands, protective blankets and safe manoeuvring. If any point on the route has less than 5 cm clearance, please contact us before ordering.
Unsure whether it will fit?
Send us your measurements together with clear photographs or a short video of the entrance, hallway, stairs, lift and any tight turns. We will help assess the route wherever possible, although final responsibility for confirming suitable access remains with the customer. Our drivers cannot force furniture through an unsafe or undersized opening, and any doors or obstructions that need removing should be dealt with before delivery.
Contact us through variusvintage.co.uk before purchase if you would like help checking access.
What condition are the items in?
All items on Varius Vintage are pre-loved and may show signs of age. We describe every piece honestly and include photos of any notable wear. If you’d like extra photos or details, just ask — we’re happy to help.
Can I see more photos or ask questions before I buy?
Absolutely. If you’d like extra images, close-ups, or more information about a piece, just send a message. We want you to feel confident and excited about your purchase.
Can I reserve an item?
In most cases, yes. If you’d like to reserve something, please contact us and we’ll do our best to hold it for you.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit and debit cards, PayPal, Shop Pay, Apple Pay and Google Pay. All payments are secure.
Do you accept returns?
Yes. If you buy online as a consumer, you generally have a legal right to cancel your order within 14 days of receiving the goods, subject to statutory exceptions. Please contact us within that period to let us know you wish to cancel. You then normally have another 14 days to return the item. Different protections also apply if something is faulty or not as described; your statutory consumer rights are not affected by an item being second-hand.
For full details, please see our refund and returns policy or contact us before ordering, particularly for large furniture.
Do you refurbish or restore items?
Some pieces receive minor cleaning or touch-ups to ensure they’re ready for their new home. We never over-restore — we keep the original character and charm intact.
Can I collect in person?
Yes — furniture collection from West Yorkshire is welcome. Just contact us to arrange a time.
Do you buy vintage items?
Sometimes! If you have something mid-century, retro, quirky or unusual that you think fits our style, feel free to send photos.