Q: What types of items can you help me sell?
We specialize in High Quality Furniture. But we also handle a variety of accessories. Accessories that sell well include- Sterling Silver, Pictures, Paintings, China, Porcelain Pieces, Jewelry, Lamps, Rugs, and Fireplace Tools. As a general guideline, we have a minimum starting price of $25 per item.
Q: What are your consignment terms?
Items are consigned for a 4 month period. After 30 days, prices on any unsold items will be reduced by 15%. After 60 days, the price will be reduced by an additional and final 15%. The customer receives 60% of the selling price. Checks will be mailed to the consignor by the fifteenth of the month for items sold during the previous month. A $1 handling fee is deducted from each check.
Q: How do I know if my furniture is “high quality”?
A good place to start is by browsing the “manufacturers” drop down list on our website. It will give you some of the most popular brands we sell. Another way is to browse our website by “category”. This will give you an idea about the different styles that sell well in our store.
Q: My merchandise has some bumps and bruises. Is there any way to make it look more appealing for potential buyers?
Before putting your furniture in front of our customers, we make sure it is showroom ready. In our “Prep Shop”, furniture is cleaned, brass polished and loose knobs tightened. But we can’t turn a sow’s ear into a silk purse! So it’s important that we accept only furniture that has been very well cared for it’s entire life. If needed, our workshop experts can help make a small blemish disappear.
Cornerstone is Baltimore’s Only Consignment Store with a dedicated “Prep Shop”!
Q: Will Cornerstone buy my items?
In most cases, we will offer to buy or consign your furniture. Accessories and most other items are done only on consignment. Either way, expect a good return, fair treatment and prompt payment.
Q: Can Cornerstone help me determine the value of my item?
Not sure what your pieces are worth? Is your family heirloom a treasure, or just a doorstop? With over 25 years in business, and hundreds of satisfied consignors, Cornerstone has the expertise to help you determine what the market will bear.
Q: My item is too big to bring to the store. Can you have someone come to my house to determine how much my item is worth?
Doctors don’t make house calls, but we do! In most cases, an experienced Cornerstone professional can assess your belongings on your premises. Start the process by using the “Contact Us” button to email pictures of your item(s). Describe the condition as best you can as well as the manufacturers name if available. Include your name and phone number on your email.
Q: Can Cornerstone assist with my Estate Liquidation?
Whether you are selling one piece, or a complete household, Cornerstone can help. We will tailor a program to your individual circumstance by putting you in touch with local professionals that can help with organizing needs, haul away and clean out services, and more. Large items and small, antiques and newer vintage pieces, put Cornerstone’s years of service and connections to work for you.
Q: I don’t have a truck. Can Cornerstone come pick up my furniture?
Consigners can take advantage of Cornerstone’s delivery service. Cornerstone’s truck and our trained movers are available to transport furniture from your place to ours. We’ll give you an exact quote ahead of time, and deduct the fee from your first consignment check.
