The Benefits of Purchasing Direct from the Manufacturer

The internet has made product manufacturers far more accessible than they previously were. The days when manufacturers dealt only with wholesalers and retailers are confined to the past, and there are many strong reasons why individual consumers and businesses are beginning to favour dealing with a manufacturer directly over buying from retailers.

An important point to start with is that manufacturers are the experts in their own products. They know and understand every detail and feature because they see them through every stage of design and production, so they are in a prime position to provide the best advice to a customer wanting to make a purchase. They also often stock a larger range of products than retailers, who tend to pick just a few out of a larger range to sell themselves. This gives consumers who go directly to the manufacturer more options to choose from, as well as advice which is more specialised.

Customers who are looking for bespoke, custom products are also far better served by manufacturers than they are by retailers. For specialist products like fire or acoustic doors in particular, making sure that the product is precisely the right fit is vital if it is to work effectively and keep school pupils, employees, and hospital patients and staff safe. Purchasing directly from a manufacturer means that the products you buy can be customised according to your precise specifications, to ensure the door and frame are safe and meet all appropriate standards.

Another significant benefit to buying direct from a manufacturer is that there will almost always be a better purchase price on offer. Cutting out the “middle man”, such as wholesalers and retailers who buy at a low price but add their own mark-ups, is a good way to avoid those extra expenses. The retail price when buying from a manufacturer will therefore be considerably less, meaning a large discount for the consumer and, with the more specialised customer service and bespoke design features in mind too, it becomes an irresistible deal for many.

Manufacturers’ warranties often cover a product for 12 months after purchase without any of the extra costs of the sometimes notoriously expensive shop-bought alternatives. If you are looking for more cover than this then insurance bought directly from the manufacturer is also usually around half the price of what is available from retailers, and a further benefit is that even with this lower premium, the insurance coverage is still more tailored to the individual product you have bought, rather than being generic and potentially irrelevant.

The benefits of buying directly from manufacturers are clear: bespoke designs, expert service, lower prices, better deals on warranties and custom-made products to suit your exact needs. Because we produce all our products in house we can make fire doors and frames to your precise specifications and custom produce however many you need. If you want any further information about the range of doors we offer, or how we could help you to choose the most appropriate doors for your home or place of work, please contact our customer service team.