Summary: Not many furniture makers are keeping the craft alive in the USA these days, and Avocado’s timeless pieces prove that quality is still paramount to the brand. I tested two styles of chairs and two tables, and found them to be sturdy, comfortable, and gorgeous additions to my home. There’s no offgassing and each piece carries the same certifications you’ve come to know and love from the Avocado brand. The furniture pieces are larger, heavier, and more costly than what you’d find at a typical IKEA or other box store, but there’s also a clear heirloom quality to each piece (which is why the price tag is high — I’ll have this furniture for life.) I can’t wait to see if the brand ever moves into making couches!

Pros:

  • Avocado’s furniture is mature and sophisticated, while keeping a timeless design and upholding comfort and sustainable certifications. Plus, they’re made to order in the USA!
  • There has been zero off-gassing with these pieces — not like couches I’ve purchased from IKEA or Wayfair
  • The absolute heirloom quality of these pieces means I’ll be sharing these pieces with my grandchildren one day (if I have them, hah!)
  • The coffee table is spacious and unique, and I’m more than happy to become a coaster household to maintain it
  • After years of buying furniture in boxes, these pieces arrived fully assembled — what a relief!

Cons:

  • These pieces are pricey! But if you’re investing in your forever home, it’s important to know that the price is really commensurate with the quality of furniture you’re getting
  • While everything is very sturdily built, the small side table knocks over easily if you have a cat who likes to jump on things. 🐈‍⬛
  • Since these pieces come already assembled, shipping is a lot more resource-intensive than flat-pack pieces. There’s a lot of plastic, tape, and foam used in protecting the furniture in transit (and it can be a little difficult to remove, be patient!)
  • As a made-to-order furniture brand, Avocado only offers furniture as a final-sale item (although there is a ten-year warranty) — if you’re unsure about your purchase, visit a showroom or order wood samples before committing

My home is an ever-evolving space — from the early days of dumpster-diving and side-of-the-road finds, through the IKEA overhaul, and now on to a season where I’m being more selective about the furniture that comes into my home, I’ve done a little bit of everything. (And, to be honest, every roadside treasure I pass I still evaluate for quality, purpose, condition, and my space needs; I’ll never pass up a free find that I can use).

But for the past two years, I’ve undergone a shift where I’m making much more slow, intentional decisions about how I decorate. I’ve become well-versed in scouring shops and perusing reviews to find exactly what will fit in my one-bedroom Los Angeles apartment, and a little more ruthless in what I sell and donate. Call it a mid-30s reset; the first several chapters of my life are over and it’s time to enter into a new one. This time, if it’s possible, I want to prioritize peace, routine, and slowing waaaayyy down. And I want my home to reflect those values, too.

“Avocado makes a lounge chair made from the same materials and with the same certifications as my favorite mattress of all time? Sign. Me. Up.”

I’ve slept on an Avocado mattress and bed frame for over three years, so when I started to see the brand expanding into other bedroom furniture like dressers and nightstands, I was intrigued. When the collection expanded beyond the bedroom to include desks, tables, chairs, and other living room pieces, I was ecstatic — a lounge chair made from the same materials and with the same certifications as my favorite mattress of all time? Sign. Me. Up.

As we move into 2025 and I settle into my fourth year in this apartment, I had the chance to review some of Avocado’s new releases and updated designs. Here’s a quick look at which pieces I’ve tested, and I dive into more detail below. Note, these prices are subject to change based on seasonal sales, but I feature the regular list price below.

A wooden chair with white cushions holds a laptop. A small round table beside it has a mug on a coaster. There's a window in the background and a pink and beige rug on the floor.
A white ceramic cup filled with black coffee sits on a worn orange book atop a round wooden table.
Lounge Chair and Ottoman, $1799 (left) and Wood Side Table, $299 (right)
A wooden triangular coffee table on a layered rug in front of a wooden shelf with plants, books, and speakers.
Mid-century modern chair with wooden arms and a cream cushion. Placed on a checkered rug near a beige wall and patterned curtain.
Truss Coffee Table, $1299 (left) and Truss Chair, $1399 (right)

Avocado’s materials and sustainable certifications

Before we dive into my review of each individual piece, I think it’s important to note the benefits of choosing a brand like Avocado for your next furniture upgrade. There really are no other brands creating furniture with this degree of sustainable and nontoxic certifications that I’ve ever come across. Avocado is a B Corp, Climate Neutral Certified, and gives back through 1% for the Planet, just for starters.

“Lots of hours are spent working on these pieces by hand. I appreciate the artisanship and dedication that I saw while I toured the factory.”

The furniture is made using long-lasting hardwoods like maple and walnut, in an FSC®-certified woodshop right here in California. I even got to tour Avocado’s factory in Fullerton, CA, where I spoke with senior leadership and watched furniture like this get made! It was a great reminder of how much care goes into the construction of this furniture — lots of hours are spent working on these pieces by hand. I appreciate the artisanship and dedication that I saw while I toured the factory.

And for the final touches, the wood is stained with a zero-VOC ECOS® wood stain from Belgium, which is nontoxic and odor free. (Traditional lacquers or varnishes can contain harsh chemicals that can cause headaches, nausea, and respiratory issues, which is why cheaper furniture can sometimes give off a “new-furniture” smell). For this review, I chose the walnut wood, which is a dark, slightly cool-toned shade that looks warmer in the sunshine. If you’re on the fence, you can order a wood sample to make sure you get the right fit.

The upholstered products, like the lounge chair and Truss chair, are made using alpaca wool upholstery and are filled with the same GOLS-certified organic latex foam that Avocado uses in their mattresses. Talk about dreamy!

Group of people discussing a document in a warehouse, standing near large stacks of packaged goods.
Several unfinished wooden chairs are arranged in rows in a workshop with tools and materials in the background.

My team and I visited the Avocado factory where they manufacture their hardwood furniture on a per-order basis.

My review of Avocado’s furniture bestsellers

And now, for the main event. Below, you’ll find my key takeaways for each of these classic pieces, with a look at how I styled them in my home. These mid-century modern pieces go so well with my cheerful aesthetic, and really compliment the streamline modern layout of my semi-circle living room.

Lounge Chair & Ottoman

Price | $1799

This Mid-Century Modern beauty is a showstopper. In fact, I moved the pieces around my apartment several times to make sure these chairs felt like a focal point in my space. Since they’ve arrived, I’ve done nearly all my work, reading, and journaling while kicked back.

I especially love that the seat cushion has two wooden slats stitched into the underside, which keeps the cushion from sliding while I sit. And the upholstery — OH, the upholstery! The alpaca fiber is super soft, and durable against a kitty cat who currently needs her nails clipped.

There are two wood options, maple and walnut (pictured), with 5 options for naturally dyed upholstery. I chose the color cream!

Person with short hair sitting on a wooden lounge chair, reading a book. There are plants nearby and a mug on a side table. Sunlight streams through the windows.
A white cushioned chair with a round pink pillow is placed next to a window in a sunlit room with pink walls.

The walnut looks differend depending on the lighting, but usually has a cooler tone. I’m in love with how it looks in the evening winter light in my apartment!

Truss Coffee Table

Price | $1299

I’ve been without a coffee table or any type of side table for…a couple of years? Which means that I finally have a safe place to put my coffee or red wine without spilling on my furniture.

This triangular coffee table is shaped almost like a guitar pick, and it elegantly fills the space in my semi-circle living room. (One of the main reasons I hadn’t had a coffee table for so long was because I was waiting for a non-rectangular option to speak to me — and this is the perfect fit!)

This coffee table is an absolutely gorgeous piece of furniture, as all of these pieces are, and I will have to remember I’m a coasters household now. There’s no way I’m letting this beauty get water rings (plus, that just means I have to crochet myself some coasters!)

A person lights a candle on a wooden coffee table in a living room with large windows, an armchair, and a shelf in the background.
A triangular wooden coffee table on a colorful rug, with slippers and a blanket nearby.

The coffee table is generously sized and kind of looks like a guitar pick!

Wood Side Table

Price | $299

I am smitten with this cutie side table, its small size makes it the perfect pairing with the lounge chair (which is a generous, cozy size).

This side table is perfect for a book or two, a cup of tea, or setting your phone aside after a long day. It’s super lightweight, at only 5 pounds, which means it’s versatile and portable based on your living room needs.

While this is still extremely sturdy, I will note that curious cats, pups, or kids may knock this little guy over (as my cat has already done twice). If you have a busy household, be sure you don’t set any drinks that will stain or candles on this piece!

A small round wooden table with a pink notebook and a pen on top. The table is next to a cushioned chair, set against a pink wall.
A stool and a boxed item, both wrapped in protective plastic, are placed on a tiled floor near a blue bag and a stroller.

This little side table is an instant upgrade, since I can move it around my space (it’ll fit nearly anywhere!) Just beware, if you have kids or pets, this piece is easy to knock over.

Truss Chair

Price | $1399

When I went on my Avocado factory tour last year, I was fortunate enough to see this Truss chair in its final design iterations. When it launched, I couldn’t wait to incorporate this streamlined piece into my home!

The options for the Truss chair are as numerous as those for the lounge chair and ottoman, making this a fun and flexible addition to living rooms, dining rooms, or home offices.

I initially styled this piece at my dining table, but find it’s a little bit shorter than what I’d prefer for eating my meals. I’ll eventually move it to the desk nook in my bedroom, once I’m done repainting and re-designing. It’ll look great with my Avocado City Bed frame that is finished with the same Walnut color!

A person in an orange shirt and jeans sits on a chair, writing in a notebook. The room has yellow walls, a window, and a checkered floor.
Two chairs and a wooden table in a room with yellow walls and a window.

I initially wanted to test the Truss chair out as a dining chair option, but I think I’m going to move it into my bedroom in my crafting/work nook. The armrests are perfectly contoured for comfort, and the lumbar support pillow is a lovely bonus!
A cozy living room with a navy sectional sofa, two white armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf. The walls are pink, and large windows provide natural light.
My oasis is gradually taking shape after 4 years in this space.

Shipping & product care

Before you race to the checkout, there are a few logistics to keep in mind. Once again, Avocado’s furniture pieces are high quality, and the shipping precautions take that into mind. The pieces took 4-6 weeks to ship (which may vary based on the demand), since they’re all made-to-order, and mine required a phone call to set up an appropriate delivery time.

They arrived very, very securely wrapped up in foam, tape, and plastic wrap to avoid any dents or scratches, which makes sense when you’re working at this price point. The truss chair came bundled in a box, surrounded by what appears to be scrap latex foam from Avocado’s factories — exciting to see that at least some of the packaging materials are upcycled! Otherwise, do prepare yourself for a bit of surgical plastic wrap removal, and don’t get too hasty with the XACTO blade to avoid scratching your new favorite furniture pieces.

To care for these items, I’m planning on dusting regularly and using a dry cloth to gently dab any spills on the upholstery (as someone who is prone to spilling, I’m admittedly a little scared of how nice these are. “This is why we can’t have nice things,” I say every time I spill.)

Two patio chairs covered in plastic wrap, placed on a brown tiled floor.
A cardboard box filled with sheets of white packing foam.

The shipping process was smooth and straightforward, and my delivery drivers were kind and helpful. Each piece weighs under 30 pounds, which means I could have carried them up the stairs to my apartment myself if I had needed to — I appreciated the help, though. 😅 Since these are investment pieces, expect a lot of protective packaging.

Should you consider Avocado furniture for your home?

So is Avocado’s furniture up to par with their iconic mattresses and bedding? I’ve been in the sustainability space for over eight years — and trust me, you’re not going to find a brand that matches artisanal quality with the certifications to back it up like Avocado. If you’re ready to invest in ultra-functional furniture, you’ll get more than what you pay for with these pieces from Avocado (luxury brands can cost way more than these, which helps me keep the pricing in perspective.)

The price for each piece is an investment, but I truly feel like these will be in my home and in my family for decades (my partner and I call the lounge chair the “grandpa chair” and we imagine telling future generations stories by a fire from these seats). There are financing options through Affirm, which can help you set up an accessible monthly payment. I’ve previously used Affirm for big purchases like couches in the past, and it is a helpful way to furnish your home without such a huge financial investment up front.

Avocado’s furniture elevates my space to the point where I would feel confident hosting folks like my colleagues or partner’s parents without scrambling for last-minute flimsy seating. I look forward to sharing my space with many friends and family as we move into 2025 and beyond — because we all just need a cup of coffee and a good chat in comfy chairs, right? Cheers!

View from under a wooden coffee table showing board games on a shelf, including Catan, against a backdrop of pink and gray carpets.
Close-up of a wooden chair leg with a modern design on a wooden floor. Another similar chair is visible in the background.


It’s the details that make these pieces of furniture stand out from mainstream retailers. The three-pronged coffee table legs, the anti-slip slats on the lounge chair, the stunning burl wood on the side table legs, and of course — the seamless joinery that offers both stability and a touch of additional style.

This story is in partnership with our friends at Avocado

Emily McGowan is the Editorial Director at The Good Trade. She studied Creative Writing and Business at Indiana University, and has over ten years of experience as a writer and editor in sustainability and lifestyle spaces. Since 2017, she’s been discovering and reviewing the top sustainable home, fashion, beauty, and wellness products so readers can make their most informed decisions. Her editorial work has been recognized by major publications like The New York Times and BBC Worklife. You can usually find her in her colorful Los Angeles apartment journaling, caring for her rabbits and cat, or gaming. Say hi on Instagram!