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Lakeland, FL
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Reviewed Oct. 13, 2014
Furniture showing signs of wear after only 7 months. Kanes said was leather seems to be a cheap bonded or synthetic material.
Reviewed Oct. 7, 2014
I purchased a "leather" living room suit from Kane's in St. Pete, Fl. About 13 months later, the furniture started to look really bad. The "leather" started to peel. We had to purchase throws to cover the furniture. I called Kane's to voice my concerns and I was told the furniture's warranty was for only 12 months. If I'm NOT mistaken, their sales phrase is "Furniture so good, it's guaranteed for life". I felt so cheated. I had spent about $2700 on dressers and about $1500 on the living room furniture. I will never buy from Kane's again.
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2014
I bought my living room and dining room set here about a month ago. The sales lady named Christine ** told us we would pay $75 a month for two years. Well, we just got our first bill and it was $150 for 6 years with an interest rate 4 times higher than what she had told us. I went back to the store and they told us WELL, WE ALREADY GOT PAID, THAT'S WITH YOU AND THE FINANCING COMPANY NOW. CALL THEM AND SEE IF THEY CAN LOWER YOUR PAYMENTS AND INTEREST RATE. VERY POOR customer service, they didn't care about anyone but them getting paid!!
Reviewed Sept. 30, 2014
In May I buyed 4,000 $ in furniture. The delivery was incomplete. In August I say that I can wait more time for my furniture, and I ask for my money back. I need to visit the Orlando store no less than 10 times and I'm still waiting for my money. Customer service is a joke. The manager don't know the order, what was incompletely, what happens with my money, in the corporate office don't reply my voicemail. Believe me never never make the mistake to buy in Kane's Furniture. You will be in problem, upset, and your money will be stolen.
Reviewed Sept. 17, 2014
We purchased a microfiber dual reclining sofa and a power reclining chair from Kane's in Ocala in Dec 2013. We have had issues with sofa ever since we have had it. The sofa is very uncomfortable and now we have issue with the padding in the arm. It has collapsed and will not come back up. We had a warranty person out to check the sofa. He said on the arm all we had to do is fluff it up like a pillow. That does not work. Now the company did offer to exchange the sofa and chair for a 30% restocking fee (approx $350.00). I cannot afford to take that kind of loss. Now the Gm is trying to get approval to have the sofa arms restuffed. I am not going to hold my breath on that one. All I have to say is I am sorry I ever went to that place.
Reviewed Sept. 11, 2014
This has to be the worst customer service company I have ever dealt with. They came to fix a table and chair the all the screws where falling out of. When the repair guy showed up he told me that it was the way the chairs were built and that the warranty only covered structural on the chairs to which I said "well if the screws fell out wouldn't that be the support for the structure which should be cover by the warranty" but of course he replies with "no it's not part of the structure." When I asked him to explain he couldn't give me an answer. Don't offer a lifetime warranty on your products if you're not willing to stand behind it.
Reviewed Sept. 5, 2014
I bought mattress there for 999$, paid $60 for delivery, because their free delivery is over 1000$, not $999! The driver called me and said delivery will be on Saturday (weekend) at 7 am! Who does delivery of a mattress that early in the morning on Saturday? I called to reschedule it, but their customer service is a disaster. Next delivery is going to be next Saturday at 7 am and go on. They don't care about customers at all, not a single person there to suggest any options. But they suggested to get a mattress somewhere else if I am hot happy with delivery time. This is my last purchase there.
Reviewed Aug. 31, 2014
We purchased a two piece leather reclining sofa, along with the insurance for repair's. The sales person told me they were all leather fronts and vinyl sides and back. After a short time I noticed spots of peeling. And along the welting the finish was off. They sent a repairman who said he would order new seat cover and when I heard back, they claimed it was due to neglect. There is just the two of us, no animals or children. At the time I signed the report It had no such statement. Recently I was in the store and a district manager listen in on my complaint and sent another person whom took pictures, after which I received a call for a repair company, wanted to send a repair at my own cost. I have been told that the leather is bonded, which I was never informed.
Reviewed Aug. 30, 2014
I need someone who knows an Executive at Kane's ... I bought something big that was to be delivered today. I have been sitting at my desk all morning and they say they tried to deliver it but the number was wrong... Duh...there is a keypad downstairs that is a direct dial. I do not think they bothered to deliver. What do you think? BAD CUSTOMER SERVICE ... Now the sales guy, Bob ** (who did have my phone number - how did that happen... he had it but it didn't get on the delivery order) says they can't deliver until tomorrow sometime... another down day. Really? I asked him how he felt if he ordered in my restaurant and I didn't deliver till the next day. I don't rant on Facebook, but a promised delivery date is a promised delivery date. Aren't there laws to protect us the consumer? It gets better. He said I could go to the warehouse to pick it up and they would give me $50 store credit, like do I trust them to buy from them again??? Pick up furniture in my SUV... He said he could rent a truck and bring it to me. I told him I have no mattress to sleep on because I trusted they would deliver timely and didn't care how they got it to me. I already took the day off to be home waiting for them.
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2014
I bought a sleeper sofa a few years ago from Kane's and after 8 months the material was starting to pit and get funny. There are two adults in my home and no children running around. I called Kane's customer service with my contract/sales receipt to advise I wanted someone to come over and look at the material. I was told that this was not covered. Okay...what is covered??? Defective workmanship...really? I was very disgusted and vowed never to shop there again.
The other day I decided to give them a shot again. I walked into the Drew st store where there were two salespeople standing by the front door talking. Neither of them stopped for one second to acknowledge me or ask if they could help me. I walked around the store for 30 minutes, 25 minutes longer than I needed to, just to see if someone was going to ask if they could help me. Did I mention there was only one other customer in the store? There were 3 salespeople back by the sleeper sofa having a conversation; there were two sales people on the second floor engaged in their own conversation and there were the people behind the counter and not one of those people even looked my way. Nice going Kane's. You've not only lost my business but I'll be sure to dissuade anyone I know from shopping there
Reviewed Aug. 26, 2014
I bought a adjustable bed in Savon Furniture Sarasota now Kanes Furniture one week ago today. I spent 6000.00 on a new adjustable bed which I have never ever done my whole life. I could have bought a car for this price. I tried out the bed when I was in the store. It seemed comfortable. I have back problems so I thought maybe this would help. I got it delivered On Monday, slept in it one night and had such a terrible terrible back ache. So I called my saleslady Pat the next day. I told her I would be back in because I was not happy. She said that was fine. So 1 week later I go back in and they tell me I have to sleep on this bed for 60 days before they will do anything about it. REALLY, I can't sleep on this bed it is killing me. They say this is their store policy.
Then they proceed to tell me that the bed better be in good condition when if they decide they would take it back but only after I sleep on it for another 60 days. They also tell me that they cannot sell this used bed once it is picked up because it is illegal, because we slept in it. However my sister bought my bed there a few weeks before. That was a floor model so it had several people lay in that one. I am confused, do you only sell new beds or floor models and new beds? Well my sister got a floor model and when it was delivered she had to bleach the cover. It was so filthy. I am totally disgusted. I worked at this store myself for 20 years and never ever treated any of our customers like this. I was always taught that the customer was right and you fix the problem, not with this store is Sarasota SAVON FURNITURE.
I also have a furniture store in the area and we always make it right for our customers, no matter what it takes. The manager of the store Brian was not willing to do anything till 60 days were over. Sure they have my 6000.00 now so they are not willing to bend. I will never ever shop in this store again and will tell every single person I know. I am from the old school, treat people the way you want to be treated and do what is right. What a hard lesson to learn. That is a lot of money to just throw to the curb. It is totally unacceptable. Please do your homework, before you shop with stores like these. I am a very very unhappy customer and was treated like a piece of crap there...... I would never shop there again.
Reviewed Aug. 24, 2014
In June I purchased almost $3000.00 worth of furniture from Kanes. One being a Sealy box spring and mattress, which both had a tear in them. It was reported while the delivery men were still here and honestly I don't even think it was the one I purchased. A week later they brought me a new set with no issues except I hated it. It did not feel anything like what I tried at the store. I had to wait 60 days before I could exchange it and with that my fibromyalgia and my back seemed to get a lot worse. On the 60th day I was there picking out a new set. I also got a mattress pad only because I had a credit because the prices of them are outrageous. Yesterday the Serta box spring and mattress I bought was delivered. However the mattress pad that was given to me is not the one I bought. I called the store and they will exchange it for me but this whole experience behooves me.
I feel that someone at the warehouse should be held responsible for these errors. I really wonder if there are managers and supervisors that do their job. Another thing I could not believe was that I got a coffee table and an end table and the truck drivers put them together in the parking lot! I was shocked at this, just so not right!!! The couch and love seat are ok, but I would never purchase that style again. I'm short and I slide forward on it. My advise here is to make sure you try everything you buy while you're at the store. Sit on it, lay on it for hours if you have to. Check everything that is delivered to you before you sign anything. I do have to say that most of the furniture in Florida is junk. Get the warranty at Kane's if you get something there, at least they offer that. My salesperson Donna was great..
Reviewed Aug. 6, 2014
In November of 2012 we purchased a bonded power leather recliner. Our salesman told us bonded leather wore as well as leather. He mentioned nothing about us taking out the insurance and since we have a leather chair 20 yrs. Old and a couch 12 yrs. Old and have not one single problem (bought at a different store), we did not purchase the insurance. In Dec. Of 2013 we took pictures in of the leather peeling off. It's as thin as tissue paper. We were told they could not help us because of not purchasing the insurance. We talked to the store manager at the Ft. Myers store and were told we could buy a new back for $200.00. We called in a upholster and he told us it would cost more than the chair was worth just to do the back. He said soon the arms and seat would start to peel. Guess what, arms are peeling and the seat is starting. The chair cost was $500.00 and something. Not expensive as buying a Lazy boy, but for us it was what we could afford.
We are in our 80's and can't afford a new chair. This one is comfortable, but it is a site to look at. Bonded furniture should never be sold and if it is sold the customer should be told to buy the insurance, because within 2 yrs. the bonded leather will start peeling. We are very upset about this and hope someone will help two elderly people out. I hope outside people will read this and learn from our mistake. All furniture stores sell bonded leather and if the salesperson doesn't come forward and tell what can happen to their bonded leather purchase that is not being honest and other people go thru what we have.
Reviewed July 31, 2014
Within the past seven months, I have bought over $5000 in furniture, in two separate purchases. The sales experience was great, but the delivery was pathetic. During the first purchase, I was told that all was in stock, and that all would be delivered. Unfortunately, the nightstands were not in stock, and had to be delivered several weeks later. During that delivery, one of the nightstands was damaged so bad, it was unrecognizable. The warehouse could have cared less, but the store manager ensured that one was delivered two weeks later. During the second purchase, the end-board on my bed set was damaged. Again the delivery manager could have cared less, and did not offer me a reasonable delivery date and set-up. DO NOT BUY from Kane's. Once the salesperson gets the sale, you are dealing with a supply chain that is broken beyond belief and one that could care less about you as a customer. If you live in Tampa/St. Petersburg, you might have better luck as their only warehouse is located down your street. If however you live elsewhere, you are simply rolling the dice.
Reviewed July 22, 2014
We purchased a sofa set less than 5 years ago and last year they started to peel! A technician came out, never bothered to contact us so I went to the store but they claimed that the manufacturer refused to accept that the furniture was defective and was told I could seek to get them repaired elsewhere. We rarely use sofas and they are cleaned on a regular basis. I recommend to invest more or less elsewhere because their guarantee is worthless.
A couple years back made a friend that works for Rooms to Go and he told us that Rooms to Go has encountered a similar situation and that they are replacing the furniture. Too bad we didn't buy them from my preferred furniture store and from now on I'm sticking to Rooms to Go. I've purchased numerous furniture pieces which I have had for years, and so far no issues.
Disappointed with Kane's furniture, customer service, and lack of information given by their sales rep because I went to Rooms to Go to look at sofas and was explained the difference of materials; they are pulling away from the blended material which my sofas are made from.
Reviewed June 30, 2014
I ordered leather furniture from Kanes Furniture. The buying experience was excellent. My salesperson was polite and not overbearing. The problems occurred with delivery. The guys delivering were polite and personable; however, the furniture was broken on the first delivery, and again on the second delivery. I could actually lift the back of the couch away from the base of the couch. At the time I needed the new furniture for a family party and had thrown out our old furniture. When I called Kanes with my issue no one was able to help me with another deliver date that would allow me to have furniture for my party. I have been buying furniture for many years and have never seen furniture show up twice broken. Don't buy from this company. Questionable quality and poor customer service.
Reviewed June 1, 2014
I ordered and paid in full for a sofa and love seat and said it would be delivered on Sunday. The sofa and love seat arrived, but the love seat had a crooked back so I refused it and was told it would be here the next Sunday. Well, I had a trip planned so I cancelled my trip, then on Friday I received a call that the love seat would be delivered on Sunday. Then a truck arrived and was told there was a mix up and the loveseat was not on the truck so I told the driver I was very upset with Kane furniture and wanted to cancel my order, so he said he would let dispatcher know. I will see if they will refund my money. I wish I could send back the sofa too, since they are not reliable at all. I will never buy from Kane furniture again.
Reviewed May 29, 2014
Same as everyone. Bought a bonded "garbage" sofa. Peeled one month later, discovered their lifetime warranty, only worked if I had bought additional coverage and a couple of months later found one of the cushions acting up. The simple, cheap is always more expensive. Read the small letter before investing your hard earn dollars. I guess their strategy is to sell only once to each customer and do not get any referrals. Just saying.
Reviewed May 27, 2014
First there was two tears on the part of the right hand side of the love seat. I took picture of the damage, and carried it to Kane’s. They told me it started at the seam and they don't cover that. About 2 mo later I found a long cut on the arm of the same section. Again no help from Kane’s. They told me to call the people who carried the extended warranty. They said that it had to be reported within 7 days.
Reviewed May 9, 2014
I purchased 3 pieces of leather furniture at Kane's in Tampa, FL July 2011. Over time the leather in 2 of the 3 pieces of furniture has started peeling, not anywhere that you sit, but near where the cushion is sewn onto the frame. Of course, being told by the sales person that their furniture is covered for life, I did not purchase additional insurance. Now I am being told that the "Lifetime Guarantee" does not cover leather. It does not say that anywhere on their website. Don't fall for their scam. They don't guarantee anything and their furniture is garbage.
Reviewed April 18, 2014
Slick sales people. Once you buy an item, they then tell you it's temporarily out of stock. We are waiting months for a missing dresser piece to a full bedroom set and four chairs to a dining set. They sold a table and chairs, but expect you to wait three or more months for chairs. This company is terrible and I would advise buyers be aware of why the prices seem lower than others.
Reviewed April 7, 2014
We purchased dining chairs and table 9/13. We were away a month and found a couple of piles of what looked like sawdust under one chair. Called Terminix and they said that the chair (made of bamboo) was infested with powder post BEETLES!!! Said they thrive in the bamboo. Called Kanes and they said the chair was discontinued and we could reselect. Had custom pads make for the chairs (6). They said they would try to find another chair. I have called repeatedly with no success. Still checking, they say, but no one ever calls back. Cheap furniture.... Will never NEVER buy from KANES again.
Reviewed April 6, 2014
DO NOT buy from Kane's. Their furniture comes from China and they will not cover warranty problems. I have 2 recliners that are 6 months old and the color is coming off and they will not do anything. They told us the chairs were ALL leather and... they are now not going to cover the "Lifetime warranty" because we didn't purchase the Leather Warranty.....WHICH WAS NEVER OFFERED TO US??!!!! And the leather warranty is only good for 6 months, so I was told by the store if we did buy it, we were silly SOL.
There is no manufacture warranty as the manufacturer is in China... In doing research about this brand "Cheers" manufactured by "Manwah", this is container grade furniture which basically means its shipped in one large container then sold off in US as high quality under different names. Kane's furniture does not give you any of this information... Do your research before buying furniture; don't get burned like we did.The chairs are only one year old.
Reviewed April 6, 2014
Well I had a problem with the product, the fabric was coming apart. Kane's came and took some pictures of the problem. Then I received some material, when it came they sent somebody to put it on the arm rest. The service man did the job. When I tried to use the chair, the staple almost cut my hand so I called Kane's. They sent two people to do the job. Also I told them that some more fabric was coming apart again so they took more pictures. Also the service tech showed me some more places where it was coming off so he took more pictures. Then I waited for a long time before they got back with me. I think I had to called them. I found out they are not carrying that line anymore and Kane's told me they won't guarantee it so their ad is misleading. It's real hard to swallow that at $3000.00 to $4000.00 dollars a pop.
Reviewed April 4, 2014
First off, I will say Cat our sales Lady was great! But other than that, My Girlfriend and I are VERY disappointed. We bought a beautiful Leather Couch and Love Seat with Delivery. We were told we would have both on Friday, Perfect! It's my Girlfriend's one day off this week. Thursday we get a call saying the love seat was damaged in the move and now we can't got any of it until the end of next week! What?! Well, can we get the couch? We need it! We gave our old couch to my son. No sorry, we don't deliver until we have the full order. Okay, well, I don't want the love seat, drop it from my order and just bring the couch. Oh wait now we will bring them in two trips. Okay, great! This morning, I get a call at work from my girlfriend. They can't get it up the stairs! What? Why? The old couch was bigger and my son and I got it in just fine. She said they tried for about 2 mins and said, "Sorry, it won't fit", and took it back. So now I have to rent a truck and go pick up myself Tomorrow! BS man!
Reviewed March 22, 2014
Over the course of the last 6 years, I have spent thousands of dollars at Kane’s. I furnished a 3 bedroom condo in Orlando, a 3 bedroom beach area condo, and a large portion of our house in Orlando with items from Kane’s. Four of the bedroom sets that we purchased are from Magnussen Furniture called the Kentwood series. A little over a month ago I called Kane’s to say that the paint is wearing off of the sets in odd places like the front of the footboard. None of the sets that I was complaining about is more than 2-3 years old, and 2 of the sets sit in a place that is hardly ever used. Kane’s told me they could give me the name of a furniture refinisher they use, but nothing more. The furniture refinisher said she charges $85 to drive to my house and $85/hour once she is here. She suggested that I call Kane’s to have them order the paint.
After taking a month to reply, they just called to say that Magnussen can sell me a small bottle of touch up paint for $79.99. That's $249.99 to refinish a footboard and fix the problem at one of the 3 locations. A word to the wise, stay away from Magnussen Furniture products. In our case, it looks like the primer is bleeding through on all of the sets making it appear purple beneath the bright white finish. And I can tell you unequivocally that Kane’s will do nothing about it. So much for customer satisfaction guaranteed and the whole bologna about you may not keep your furniture for life, but you certainly could with our guarantee. More like you may not keep your furniture for life because it looks like crap!
Reviewed March 18, 2014
This review is about Kane’s Furniture in Ocala, Florida and also Kane’s Furniture Corporate in Pinellas Park, Florida. I believe that all customers should be aware of the poor customer service after the sale before they buy anything for Kane’s Furniture anywhere in Florida. Decide on your own, but here are the indisputable facts and this is what happened to me.
I purchased a new mattress from a leading manufacturer and after 8 months of use, it was unfit to sleep on. The best way to describe the problem was like sleeping in a hole in the ground. It took a good share of effort to roll out of the hole onto a high spot. This was the same on both sides of the bed. Rotating the bed 180 degrees just rotated the problem 180 degrees. The 60 day trial period had already passed, so I was stuck with the faulty mattress. When I informed Kane’s customer service in Ocala of the problem, they sent a technician out to measure the sagging of the mattress.
The technician actually experienced the same problem as I did and called it a “resiliency” problem, but it met all the requirements of the manufacturer to do absolutely nothing. The resiliency issue measured a quarter inch where the maximum allowable was three quarter inch. In my opinion, it was a firmness problem, not resiliency problem. In about 3 hours, the store called back and said they did not have to do a thing because it met the factory requirements and have a nice weekend.
After meeting with a store manager, ** and the salesman, **, they said they would take a “Special Interest” in getting some type of resolution. Well, neither had the courage to call me back and assigned ** another store manager to break the news. ** said he would call the manufacturer and try to get me some type of replacement bed. I am still waiting for his call on the results. My issue was passed from one manager to another like a football. The salesman had already collected his commission, so he sure didn't care one way or another.
After about 10 days, I wrote to Kane’s Corporate Headquarters and have yet to hear from them. They have already made their profit out of this sale, so why would they care? Looks like I am now stuck with a $2500 faulty mattress that I can't use and neither the store or the manufacturer will recognize. Never again will I buy anything from any Kane’s Furniture. And that is unfortunate for them because I need to replace three major items in the coming year.
Reviewed March 13, 2014
#1 Kanes would only let us Finance 1 leather couch and a table. Told us there was some rule that said they were only allowed to have a max of 2000.00 per each room, whatever that means? Dinning room and living room are two different rooms.
#2 My wife wanted to order black leather and was really bent on having black leather couches. Against her better judgement she went with Jade couches because we didn't have too. But, again we could only finance 1 couch.. so we had to purchase the second outright. 1300.00 paid that night. Informed us of their leather protection policy etc. said that with your purchase you get a leather kit that is enough protectant to cover for 5 yrs and then you can refill. When inquired about cleaner for both couches they claimed the one package was for both. This is totally not true. If I had to purchase a couch outright for 1300.00 that is an entirely separate sale, should come with its own leather care package. Next, I informed them that I'm financing and that too is a separate transaction. I should receive another package. Took me two weeks to get them to give me another package.
#3 Our deliveries were a joke. Let's start with the furniture guy dropping out couch outside. Luckily it was still in box and in styro and not our glass top table..[I'm getting to that next]. The couches after having them for a week appear to be ok for now. Supposedly all leather and no vinyl. Now back to our dining room table. The installer didn't know how to put the table together for one. Two, he broke the table while installing it. Claimed they could run out and get a repair part.. Ha... not so..glad I told him no on that. 3rd the head installer refused our 4th dining room chair. Said it was damaged, told them to take ALL of the chairs and table etc back and bring me new not broken. Wanted to leave bits and pieces.. Told them no. They called the supervisor said delivery again in another week. [yesterday 3/12/2014] I get my table. Still missing my chair. Was only told to bring three chairs, presumably they are the same chairs as last time. The table I purchased was Newtown 5 pc Dining. It's really nice looking but there are wood wedges around the top of the table that screw into the legs. They do not fit properly and if tightened too much will snap in half.
What number am I on now.. yes, #4. No one knows anything about any other job but their own and it's not their dept so they don't care. You always have to wait another week and it's no one's fault for your order being wrong. Customer Service is a joke. The rep I just spoke with said "if only I had known yesterday I could have fixed this!" I exclaimed, "I'm surprised you didn't, they told me someone would call me back but never did so I'm calling now." She then replied, "that's ok I was off anyway.." [OMG seriously] how can you make your last statement then tell me you were off.
#5 I'm sure is there somewhere, but I'm soo upset right now I've lost my train of thought. Overall story don't ever buy from Kanes. ** my issue is still not resolved. Total time involved now.. 3 Weeks going on 4.
Reviewed March 7, 2014
Purchased a sofa and loveseat in Port Charlotte, September of 2013. Five months later is peeling. We did purchase on sale as is no warranty. When we returned to store they said there is nothing they can do. I realize they have no legal responsibility but a least a moral one and business one. I believe after reading the other complaints they knew there was a problem with this product and sold it anyway. As is to me is when I know the problem and choose to purchase anyway (scratch and dent). I NOT happy with Kane’s and will not purchase there again.
Reviewed Feb. 27, 2014
Purchased a "Whole Leather" recliner sofa and chair, specified that we wanted the entire sofa and chair to be leather, not bonded leather or vinyl. Paid almost $5000.00 for the recliner sofa and chair, "Lifetime Warranty". 2 weeks after purchase the reclining mechanism bent, my wife weighs 105 lbs, so it was not overloaded by any means. It was replaced by Kanes. 2 weeks later same issue, no response, after a trip to the store, they would supply the parts, "It's a parts lifetime warranty" but we had to pay for the labor.
Here we are 4 years later, the Whole leather sofa has cracks in the VINYL side panels, NOW they say the VINYL is covered only for a year. Well, WHAT ABOUT OUR WHOLE LEATHER ISSUE, the warranty dept. now states that anywhere the person touches in the seated position is leather, the rest is vinyl...... They refuse to do anything. Clearly they are a fraudulent company, my next call to the State Attorney Generals Office, they need to be prosecuted, false advertising, misrepresenting products. STAY AWAY from KANES Furniture, it's a rip off!
Reviewed Feb. 26, 2014
Peeling Soma 3 piece group - We purchased 3 pieces of furniture from Kanes in Lakeland and spent around $3000, and after about a year the furniture started peeling. Technician came out, took pics, then as we were waiting for a response from the manufacturer the furniture just kept getting worse. They came out and replaced some of the leather on 2 different occasions, but each time they came out more sections were peeling so bad it was just embarrassing. By the way, the salesman told me my group was leather which wasn't even real leather - it is some type of bonded material. NOW after many complaints from me they say they cannot do anymore to fix my peeling furniture, so much for furniture so good it is guaranteed for life which is a crock. They should be sued for misrepresentation of products. So if you are in the market to buy furniture and you pass by a Kanes store it would be to your best interest to keep on driving.
Reviewed Feb. 21, 2014
We bought my daughter's bedroom suit 2 weeks ago, they told us it would be ready for pick up on the 21st of Feb. When I call to see if I could pick up the furniture they told me it would not be ready until Feb. 28th. Or sometime in March, this was going to be a birthday gift but thanks to you kanes we have no gift to give our daughter.
Reviewed Feb. 19, 2014
My fiancé and I spent quite a bit of money on a bonded/blended/whatever "leather" sofa, love seat and chair at Kane's in 2010. That sofa, love seat and chair are now falling apart because the material is flaking off. We have to cover it over with blankets because it's so embarrassing. We paid extra for protection and they offer a lifetime warranty. Scam!!!
We called the store to explain the situation and asked for a resolution and they told us it is not covered. What a joke of a store and what a joke of a customer service experience. We were told that if the same furniture was no longer available it would be replaced by a newer version when the sales person was trying to sell us this furniture. Now when the furniture is crap, they don't want to do anything about it. I suppose we will need to file a complaint with the better business bureau to get this resolved.
Reviewed Feb. 17, 2014
After we purchased the Swank bedroom set, living room set, and dining room set we went through hell. Delivered broken glass, furniture with the finish missing and it has taken 5 trips and they still can't get it right? We finally picked it up ourselves. Now 8 months later everything is here but couch cushions collapsing, nightstand leg fell off and ripped my leather bedroom set??? They are sending someone out to fix cushions? And another company is fixing the tear in the bed. Horrible experience and very time consuming! And on a side note on one of our many trips into the store we were browsing the mattresses! We asked some questions and were really misinformed! Never purchase a mattress from them go to Miramar Design Center (do not be intimidated) the mattress guy knows his stuff and if you keep the mattress covered you can exchange it up to one year from purchase! Kane employees will tell you it's from China and that's what you get??? One even sent us to lazyboy down the street???
Reviewed Feb. 10, 2014
We bought a lovely SOMO power recliner loveseat in 2011. Within a year of purchase, the fabric started to flake off in tiny pieces. It continued into the next year (2013) although used and carefully maintained six months of the year. We took pictures and entered a complaint with Kanes. A technician inspected the unit and we were told that nothing could be done. There was no specific reason for the flaking and Kanes's clearly notes that certain things are not covered but we cannot see one in their brochure that is truly the cause of the flaking. Only speculation. Their brochure states "quality is so good" that their furniture is guaranteed for life. The unit is now 3 yrs old and looks dreadful. We are so disappointed that nothing could be done for us. I will be taking the next step and writing to the Corporate Dispute Resolution Manager. We should be compensated for this. It was not a cheap piece of furniture. I am reluctant to buy anything else from Kane's.
Reviewed Feb. 9, 2014
Looked at a dining room set two weeks ago. The price was 699. Went back to buy it later and the price went up to 775 and had a big red sale tag on it. Called the sales man out on it and he said he had been working there for 7 years and price was always that much. He even went over and called to see if there had been a price change then went and looked at another item I wanted and the price went up 40 dollars on that. Great sale, Kane's.
Reviewed Feb. 2, 2014
Having just read nearly 200 reviews and complaints about Kane's products and worthless lifetime warranty claims I feel Kane's should be sued right out of business or shut down by the state attorney general. My wife and I have had the same problems that many other complainants share. In November 2010, we bought a power sofa and recliner from Kane's St. Petersburg store. The salesperson assured us that the leather was of the highest quality and even convinced us to buy the UUV3 for added peace of mind. Supposedly any and every problem would be covered as long as we owned them.
Within about a year the headrest and armrest where I sit started flaking and coming apart. Kane's sent out a guy who took pictures and sprayed some gunk on the leather. I made it clear his "fix" was unacceptable. Eventually a couple of new covers arrived (from Southern Motion, Inc) and the bad ones were replaced. However, by this time other areas started to deteriorate. Now the love seat is flaking. My wife and I never sit in the love seat. Only occasional guests sit there. I have played some "phone tag" with Kane's. Finally I talked to the manager, Brad. He said Kane's no longer sells Southern Motion and we are simply out luck trying to have Kane's make repairs. I strongly urge everyone to avoid Kane's. They are selling inferior furniture and a phony lifetime warranty.
Reviewed Jan. 24, 2014
I bought Leather Sofa Last Week from Kane's, got it delivered yesterday. It had on the sofa manufacture Defects. I called the Altamonte store and a girl spoke to me saying no way for a refund and very very Rude. I explained to her I was a Customer and had Rights. She just went on and on. They will send a tech to fix it fit what?
Reviewed Jan. 19, 2014
I purchased a reclining Sofa Set from Kanes. I have also bought bedrooms and dining room sets from them. My two piece sectional Sofa set peeled after two years. I have seen a picture on this site of the same problem with the same sofa set. I fought with Kanes for more than a year about the problem. They said the warranty on the sofa was for 1 year. I paid over 1200 dollars for the set. In two years both pieces peeled. Kanes came out two or three times to look at it, ordered parts from the manufacturer but never fixed the furniture. I also bought the extra insurance in case of an accident.
They would not honor the repair. They never returned my calls. I always had to call them. They have a recording saying "Your furniture is guaranteed for life." That is a joke. Do not buy from Kanes. They are nice when they are selling to you but the customer service is the pits. I probably bought 9 thousand dollars of furniture from them. I would never recommend them to anyone. If I could give zero stars, I would.
Reviewed Jan. 18, 2014
Bought a 3 piece sectional from Kane's in November 2013. Was delivered and one piece, didn't match due to back panels not lining up. You could see the inner workings of the sectional. Kane's delivered a replacement section that was perfect. A few days later, the back of the other piece fell back and was out of alignment with the rest of the sectional. Kane's sent out a tech on Xmas Eve day and he put a few screws here and there. That quick fix didn't work. Didn't address my concern about the storage lid rubbing into cushion. Kane's delivered another section to replace that and that didn't match either. I requested a complete new sectional because now all I have is a mismatched set. They delivered a complete new sectional and again one section did not match.
I asked them to replace that section but please inspect it before they come. They delivered another piece and again the back flaps did not cover the inner workings of the couch. I finally asked for my money back. They took the couch and I had to put a hold on my funds. Also asked them not to back their truck on my driveway but they did anyway and now I have a cracked driveway. Don't know what my recourse is. This wasn't the first time I bought from Kane's. I purchased enough furniture to fill 3 homes over a 8 year period. They used to sell good quality furniture but now it is just junk from China. Also I never received my several return calls from the corporate office. Needless to say after missing several hours from my employment and all the other problems with this sectional, I will never buy from them in the future.
Reviewed Jan. 4, 2014
3 months to deliver one piece!! They sell you items knowing that they are in back order but DO NOT disclose that to you when you are paying. I wish I would have read all the horrible reviews before making the mistake of purchasing anything from Kanes Furniture. I am pregnant and decided to buy a bigger bed. Went to Kanes, made my selection and scheduled a delivery date for the following week and a half. They said that the delivery person would contact me the day before delivery to give me a 4 hour time window. I called before scheduled date to confirm the delivery since I hadn't heard from them. Come to find out they sold more beds than were available so the bed was in backorder. Absolutely NO apology when I called. The exact words from the customer service rep were "Oh, so no one called you to inform you of this or cancel your delivery? They were supposed to call you" I said "NO, that's why I am calling".
Then they proceed to tell me "It is not scheduled to be here till sometime in January, so you should get it delivered by end of January to beginning of February but we won't know if/when it will be available for another month though. This is just an estimate." (3 months from my date of purchase and this pregnant person is sleeping on the floor!) I was promised a call back that week. I patiently waited for a call back only to have to call myself and go around in circles with the rep again 3 weeks later. I finally spoke with a manager and the manager apologized and said she would personally call me the next day to schedule my new delivery date. The MANAGER never called.... I had to yet again put the burden on me to do the follow up call to her. She stated she was busy on meetings all day and couldn't call me. I have never received such horrid customer service, especially by a manager.
After patiently dealing with them, I said enough is enough and asked for a refund (hopefully they actually go through with it because as I have read, they give a hard time with refunds as well). I will give my money to a company that actually respects their customers and wants to do honest business. Sadly for them, I have several more rooms in my home to furnish, so they just lost out on a minimum of $15,000 simply for their lack of follow through with a customer. ***NOTE*** That same day, I called another furniture company that had almost the identical piece which was in stock and I was able to purchase it and schedule a delivery date for 2 days later! I will be spending the rest of my money with them.
Always ask if the piece is in stock and get it in writing on your purchase slip. If you have to do lots of jumping through hoops and follow up calls like I did, write down whom you spoke with, dates and times and what transpired in the conversation. Although salesmen are eager to sell you the piece in order to get commission and are nice to you, their main focus is to secure your money and not disclose to you that the item may not be in stock. 3 months to wait for a piece is just ridiculous.
Reviewed Dec. 21, 2013
I purchase a sofa & loveseat from Kane's in November 2010, and was told it was leather but found out later that it was bonded leather... Within 6 months I started having issues (sinking low) when you sit on it, and plus it started peeling... So I called Kane's and sent out a tech out to examine it and Kane's said that it was the pillows and of course it wasn't because I got 2 opinion and was informed that the furniture was NO GOOD/DEFECTED.. And I suppose to have a Lifetime Warranty. I talk to the manager and he was VERY rude and was talking to me in condescending way.. I just hung up the phone.. I pray that no one go through what I went through and I would advise anybody to check for complaints about Kane's before purchasing anything from them...
Reviewed Dec. 17, 2013
I bought furniture that I was led to believe was leather. Turned out it was bonded leather and lasted about 2 years. I cannot believe I was so trusting and spent $2,600.00 on bonded leather. I was able to order the color I wanted and the color swatches seemed to be leather. (Be aware) Very disappointed.
Reviewed Dec. 15, 2013
Purchased 2 recliners and matching couch. Salesman repeated several times how good the bonded leather would wear. Spent over $2K for three pieces. We are snowbirds. This furniture has had at the most 1 year of VERY limited use. The back of one of the chairs is literally falling apart, the "leather" is separating from the cloth. It is extremely unsightly. Have called the store, "so sorry, no guarantee on the bonded leather after a year." I explained we are snowbirds. No matter, good luck. If I had read the reviews BEFORE I purchased, I wouldn't walk in the door.
Reviewed Dec. 11, 2013
Center recliners have cable parachute type pulls. After one year of use the cable snapped, to my surprise not covered. Warranty reads: MOTION MECHANISMS - The mechanisms which include sleepers, recliners, and other motion style furniture against breakage due to defective material or workmanship, under normal use and conditions. They claim that the cable release is not part of the mechanism. I have to question their logic, if the recliner won't recline without the pull is not the pull part of the mechanism? It took 1 1/2 years of promises and runaround phone calls. Now they say not covered. BUYER BEWARE. PHONY WARRANTY.
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2013
Bought "100% too-grain leather" couch and loveseat back in 2010. Couch arrived with tear in back, so I refused delivery. They brought back satisfactorily repaired couch 2 weeks later. The couches stayed covered because we had a large rescue dog that never learned to stay on the floor. For 3 years, the couches stayed looking show room new, not bad even for covered low end furniture. We now have a bichon that pulls the covers off. I have noticed that the seat leather has a few paw sized dimples and the upholstery in the arm cushion has thinned where he lays on it. We recently gave the couches to our son and DIL - two teenaged boys and two big dufus-dogs. When they were being moved, I noticed that the "100% top grain leather" couch had a faux leather (plastic) back panel. I'll bet the side panels are, too. My DIL also keeps them covered. So far, they are holding up well for low-end stuff.
Reviewed Dec. 5, 2013
We bought a sectional set with less then 20% leather, not to mention most of the rest of the house is from them. Had it for approximately 2yrs and wasn't used much. It started to show signs of the finish wearing down and cracking in several places. We called them and explained things to them on the phone, someone came out to inspect and take pictures days later. They basically tried to give us the runaround and then a couple weeks later told us we had nine days to come in and select something to replace the set. Since only a couple days passed since Black Friday and we were inconvenienced by all of this, I asked if we could get the 20 percent off Black Friday special included. They told us NO (!) and I explained to them that when I was managing a store of that size I was able to be more flexible with customers that spent thousands of dollars. They of course disagreed with me, and said that corporate watches every penny that they discounted. I think that all the trouble that we have gone through and the money that was spent entitles us to that 20 percent. I can assure you that we will not deal with them again and will look elsewhere for furniture in the future!
Reviewed Dec. 4, 2013
I bought two leather recliner over $700.00 each in April 2013. They were not in stock so we had to wait on them. We finally got them the last week of May 2013. The chairs are now 6 months old and there are orange spots where it looks the color is coming off in small round dots on the head rest.. A man came out and took pictures and tried to make every excuse in the world - that it was probably medicine we take coming out in our hair, that we used something on it we weren't supposed to. We have only used leather conditioner one time on each chair. The other chair is fine. He then said we should only use distilled water on them.
I asked him why Kane's sells leather conditioner and cleaner if you can't use them. He then said that was the only kind you could use. I guess the leather was made special for you to only use Kane's cleaner. He left and said that someone would get back with us in 48 hours. They never called. I finally called and was told that they would do nothing about it because we had voided the warranty because we didn't use their product.
Reviewed Dec. 3, 2013
The leather on my couch is falling off in small pieces. Their Warranty is only good on the frame itself!
Reviewed Dec. 1, 2013
Purchased several thousand dollars in furniture for a new condo and after less than 30 days, the decorative stitching on the leather sofa started to come undone. I called the store and found out that is not covered by the warranty! I was astonished and soooo disappointed! I will never purchase anything from this store again!
Reviewed Nov. 20, 2013
As I read all of the posts, I am happy I am not the only one that was taken by Kane's! This place should be closed down! I will be setting my sofa on the curb for pickup as the leather has all peeled off and a big mess. They will not stand behind it and I have gone to Corporate with no solution either. This has all happened with less than 12 months of wear. Sad. I will not ever set foot in that store again. I also tell everyone about their "LIFETIME WARRANTY" NOT!! I can't believe the Better Business Bureau doesn't investigate!
Reviewed Nov. 2, 2013
Apparently Kane's false advertises. They do not guarantee their furniture for life. I called today about a theater leather pitt group that has fade areas on 3 of the 6 pieces. Large areas. Also about a $500 recliner all electric leather that the leather is actually worn off a area as large as a silver dollar on the seat. Guess what, the reply was "oh we don't guarantee any fading or wearing of leather." I said "oh so you false advertise" and she just laughed. I would never put a foot inside a Kane's store again and I hope people wake up to their gimmicks and boycott them. They sell junk. Expensive junk.
Reviewed Oct. 24, 2013
I bought a dining room set from Kane's about three months ago. I recently call them to come out to home because all off chairs were falling apart. They were very nasty on making appointment. I was reminded by a manager that I was not the only customer. (As if I didn't know that.) I would never tell a paying customer that. I'll never buy anything else from them. You have to pay for delivery, even when you don't want them to. They don't even put your furniture together correctly, nor do they call a day ahead. They call you the morning they want to deliver.
Reviewed Oct. 9, 2013
I spent over 6,000 at the stupid Kane’s Furniture store on Dale Mabry in Tampa. The salesperson was the best... when it come to selling. Once I paid him, and went next day for a problem...he ignored me like he doesn't know me! The store manager the same thing. I picked up two small items myself to save on delivery charges and talk about being rude! The white leather sofa we bought has changed color to light grey! The arms on the side are falling off. The cushions are sunk in and will give you a nice backache. No response from stupid Kane’s... And what about all the leather cleaning supplies they promised. Have not seen it. I will never, I mean never, shop there again. You have been warned!!!!
Reviewed Oct. 3, 2013
Purchased a leather love-seat from Kanes in Brandon. Less than a year later, the leather has begun to peel where the head rest is. We paid over $1,000.00 for the love-seat. When visiting the store and talking with the most unresponsive manager I ever spoke to, he mentioned the cause was the oils in my husband's hair. NEWS FLASH: the dude is bald. Of course, then it was the oil from his head. We have leather throughout our house. The rest of our furniture is from Macy's and no problem. Same oil, same husband sits on it and no quality issue. Their guarantee is a joke. They do not care about their customer satisfaction. They sell you and then do not back up anything. Do not, I repeat, buy from a store that does not appreciate you as a customer. Do not buy from a store that cannot back up their products. I have never seen a less responsive management team. The China furniture is junk.
Reviewed Sept. 27, 2013
I purchased a dinner table and sofa/loveseat combo. I purchased the extended warranty for both. The table top began to bubble within a year. The laminate solid wood bubbles. Kanes says they will do nothing about it because it’s not a water ring. The extended leather warranty is such **. Covers accidental damage. My daughter put a 1 inch hole into the back of the sofa with a chair leg. Service tech comes out and asked where is the replacement part; we never received one.
He says it’s too big to patch and he’ll order the part, but for now he’ll do what he can to patch it. He put white glue over the hole and it dried white its leather (brown) so it stuck out. We waited and waited for them to reschedule and complete the repair. When we called they said the service ticket was closed. When explained what happened they said it wasn’t covered because it was a scratch. Lifetime Warranty my ass - it takes a lifetime to get anyone to even look into anything. Every person we spoke with has said they would fix and it’s clear in the picture you sent that this is covered. No one ever calls back and when you call them they say it was denied.
Reviewed Sept. 4, 2013
Kane's furniture is trash. I use to work for them. You'd do well to consider these reviews. The leadership scams their customers as well as their delivery personnel. I encountered dissatisfied customers almost on a daily basis, many of which who had problems similar to the ones already described (3-4 botched delivery attempts, hidden damages, bad product, etc.). Oftentimes the furniture that was to be loaded for next-day delivery would be damaged. Even furniture that was "specially inspected" at the customer's request and was pre-approved sometimes had a blatant defect but was still put in the loading bays to be delivered. There also was a time when a customer bought a couch and had to have another one delivered because the first one was actually used before. And.... oh yeah, they also give their crews wax-like markers of varying colors to use behind your back in case there is damage done upon delivery. You might not notice the defect immediately but down the road you will.
Reviewed Sept. 1, 2013
Very disappointed and feel the Kane's is misleading their customers. Don’t make the same mistake we did. DO NOT buy from Kane's. We purchased a recliner that is 6 months old the color is fading and the fabric is staring to tear off. We CAN'T sit on a $450.00 recliner!! The technician came in June and wrote a report and told us the sitting cushion was going to be replaced. I called the store to find out why the part hasn't been delivered when I was told the issue with the fabric is not covered under "Lifetime warranty".
They forget to mention that important detail when we purchased the recliner and when I first contacted the store to report the issue back in April 2013. They do not sell quality furniture. Go somewhere to get quality pieces and customer service. You are only treated well during the purchase. I just found out these Furniture Stores have 170 Consumer Affairs complaints! I'm pursuing to report this matter to the Better Business Bureau!!
Reviewed July 23, 2013
DO NOT buy from Kane's. Their furniture comes from China and they will not cover warranty problems. I have 2 recliners that are 6 months old and the color is coming off and they will not do anything. They told us the chairs were ALL leather and they are now not going to cover the "Life time warranty" because we didn't purchase the Leather Warranty... WHICH WAS NEVER OFFERED TO US!!!! There is no manufacturer warranty as the manufacturer is in China... In doing research about this brand "Cheers" manufactured by "Manwah" this is container grade furniture which basically means it's shipped in one large container, then sold off in US as high quality under different names. Kane's Furniture does not give you any of this information... Do your research before buying furniture. Don't get burned like we did...
Reviewed June 11, 2013
again was damaged. No mirror brackets yet. Upon receiving erroneous info from both Jay and Evelyn, we drove to the warehouse (from Tampa to Pinellas Park) and picked up our 2 nightstands. Finally, today a service man came and fixed the headboard cap and brought mirror brackets. We also had paid $100 for delivery. I don't believe we'll ever shop at Kane's again!!!
Reviewed June 8, 2013
I bought a dining table from Kane's Furniture OCALA and they delivered it incomplete... We set a date for the delivery of the remaining parts, but it didn't happen. Now I'm talking about refund to them, but up until now they can't give me the right price I paid them... P.S. Don't talk to DENNIS **.
Reviewed May 26, 2013
In April 2013 we purchased a reclining sofa at Kane's Furniture in Clearwater, Florida. We had the sofa treated with a stain preventive before delivery. The sofa was $629.99; stain preventive $75.00; and delivery $119.99, totaling $874.33, including taxes. Before we made a purchase for the sofa, we went to several furniture stores including Kane's and tried out sofas. We did this for over a year. The sofa was delivered on April 12. The delivery men unwrapped the sofa and set it in place. The driver looked at the sofa and noticed the 3 sections on the back were not even. We saw it the same time as he did. He called the delivery office and told them about the problem with the sofa. The drivers tried to fix the sofa's back to no AVAIL. I also talked to the office and told them about the problem. They both said to contact Kane's for the repair tech to come out and fix it.
The week of April 29, we went into Kane's store about all the problems with the sofa and scheduled the repair tech. We also told our saleslady, Marika **, about issues with the sofa. We also tried out other sofas as well. On May 11 the tech came out to see the problems and took pictures. He said that he would take the pictures and information into the store manager. The tech said that he could not adjust anything - it was all factory set. The tech said that Kane's would call us. Michelle called from Kane's. She said that there would be a $20 restocking fee, etc., and there would only be $503.00 left to purchase another sofa. If it cost over that amount, we would have to pay the difference. I told her NO! On May 13 we went in again to the Kane's store and talked to Michelle. She was eager to resolve the problems. She showed us the picture of the sofa. She made a list of the problems (see list below). She said this was normal for a new sofa and therefore nothing could be done.
While we were talking, a man was listening and walking around us. He spoke up and told her to go ahead and exchange the sofa for another one. We saw Michelle two times that week. She made a list of all the problems we had with the sofa at that time. We tried all the sofas again and could not find one that would fit us. On May 20 we went into Kane's store again and tried all the reclining sofas. We could not find one that worked for us. We told Michelle that we could not find anything that would work. Michelle said that she would be away on Tuesday and Wednesday. Thursday, May 23, she would be back and discuss this matter with the store manager and call me. We told her we wanted our money refunded.
On May 23 Michelle called and said that they would not refund the purchase price. She said we would have to keep the sofa or pick out another sofa. She had discussed it with the manager. They would not refund, but they knew our problems and were trying to accommodate us. I told her that in the contract it said "refund at the manager's discretion." She again said NO REFUND. I said again, "We have tried all the sofas and could not find one." She said that we would have until June 15th to decide. 1) Three sections across the top of the sofa do not match; 2) Clunk and screech noise on the right side of sofa when closing the foot rest (loud); 3) Jerks when opens out and snap sound on right side (loud).
4) Cushions below the headrest push out and up against neck (and causes headache) on the right side; 5) When fully reclined, the back pushes on back up (into stomach area) on the right side; 6) Length of the chaise legs' opening is too short for our legs; 7) Your heel hangs over and cuts into tendon just above the heel (I was not able to walk without pain and limping for a time because of this); 8) When full reclining, chaise/foot does not want to come up in a sitting position on the right side; 9) One side of the chaise leg will not come all the way up. You have to pull it up yourself. It does not want to stay up either at times. This is on the left side; 10) THE FLOOR SAMPLE SOFA AT KANE'S DOES NOT HAVE ANY OF THESE PROBLEMS!!!
Because of the reasons stated, I feel that we have tried very hard to find a sofa that would work for us. We have tried everything in the store. We have seen other reclining sofas, including my son's, as well as two of my neighbors that do not have these problems. We feel it is only fair to ask for a full refund.
Reviewed May 26, 2013
They delivered the wrong furniture, took 3 months to do it, refused to take the wrong furniture back without hefty restocking fees (even though it was not used), insisted on charging a delivery/pickup fee to deliver the corrected furniture. The salesman also totally misled the information regarding both the mechanical warranties and the UV3 Leather warranties. Insist on reading all materials first, if you want to consider doing business with them... Make sure that you have a clause that protects you from unreasonable backorder delays. Make sure that the receipt you receive from them is filled out completely and they have also signed it. Make sure that the product number written on the invoice is the same as for the product that you have bought. Take a picture of the product that you have bought and any other actions you can do to protect yourself.
Reviewed May 20, 2013
Don't make the same mistake we did. Don't buy from Kane's. The worst experience ever since our first visit. My wife and I selected all our furniture for about 45 minutes. Then, we asked for help from one of their sales staff because nobody asked us if we needed anything. We are not a poor looking couple. After we got a selection, I asked for a discount, and the manager gave it to me; however, Kane's asked me for that money 2 months later. They simply did adjustments to my agreement and charged me without notice. When I came back to that store to ask what was going on, a manager said that I should not be worried, and she will help me to correct it. By that time, I was receiving my furniture in pieces for about 4 months in total. They were coming damaged or in a different style. It was such a mess, and we paid for it a lot earlier.
Two months later, Kane's is asking for that discount money again. I called corporate to try to understand why and nothing. I came back to the store. I bought my furniture and talked to the same manager. Again, she said not to worry; she will help to fix it. Six months later, I'm receiving a collection notice threatening me that they will report this to a credit bureau! What? I paid everything and they want more. People, watch all Kane's stores. Don't make the same mistake we did; you will find a better alternative.
Reviewed May 20, 2013
I purchased a $3,000+ leather sectional. I asked my salesman at the time of purchase if it was 100% real leather or partial bonded leather. I was told by the liar salesperson that it was 100% quality genuine leather. The delivery men were extremely professional and went over and beyond to help me. A few hours after it was delivered, there was a nasty chemical smell that would not leave my house for three weeks causing me to cough and not be able to breathe well without the doors being open to air the room out. I knew then that I was taken and lied to about it being 100% leather. Not even 5 months went by and I noticed the chocolate brown leather turning into a goldish/green shade little by little.
I called the store several times and was finally told it was not covered on the lifetime guarantee. I was told to contact a furniture repair company to pay to have it fixed myself! Bottom line, they do not sell quality furniture. Go somewhere to get quality pieces and customer service. You are only treated well during the purchase. Try to call back with a complaint and you will find yourself ignored.
Reviewed April 9, 2013
For the sake of detail, I will give you a timeline to the best of my recollection.
May/June 2011, we bought our first home, and after looking at several stores, picked furniture from Kane’s to furnish our living room. We were drawn in by a sales ad and bought what we thought was a leather couch. In hindsight, we now know that it was bonded leather, nothing more than a cheap plastic composite. We have a dog and a cat, and we knew that there would be scratching and wear and tear - part of what we thought would give our leather sofa character. Throughout most of 2011, the couch performed decently to our expectations, and we continued to condition it with leather conditioner.
Early 2012, the seat of the chaise began to soften and tear. Initially I assumed that we must have damaged it in some way. Then the entire panel began to lift and tear, and the more it softened, the more it ripped. I contacted Kane’s in Casselberry, FL and was told that there was nothing covered under visual warranty.
Fall 2012, I contacted Kane’s again. The associate was rude and was not willing to hear any of the details and suggested, “If you know how, you should Google leather repair.” I was furious. I wrote an email to online feedback and was within a day contacted by a Kane’s representative. I don’t recall her name, but she stated that after 1 year, Kane’s is not responsible for any visual guarantee even if it's a valid defect. She suggested that I call the actual manufacturer of the sofa and gave me their contact information in North Carolina. I contacted them, and they told me they would only speak directly with Kane’s... cycle of zero progress. They had no intention of talking directly to customer. I immediately contacted Kane’s again via the website. I received no follow-up or recognition from there.
Christine from Kane’s corporate contacted me after I posted on Kane’s Facebook page in early 2013 regarding the issues. They immediately removed the post due to bad publicity, but I was pleased that it at least spurred Christine to contact me. I returned her call and she arranged to have a technician come out to do an inspection. I was thrilled. I thought, at last, Kane’s was trying to do right by the customer.
Feb 2013, technician came to our house and took some photos and documentation. I asked him if he’d ever seen this before and he said not that bad. I asked him, in his experience, if there was anything that I could do to prevent the spread of the damage, as it’s now travelling from the chaise, up the back of the sofa. He said there wasn’t really a remedy, but that bonded (plastic) leather will do that. He did note some cat scratches on unrelated parts of the sofa (not what we are concerned about, we knew those would happen with life).
I assumed (wrongly) that I would then hear back from Kane’s with a suggested remedy/solution to the issue. After several weeks/almost two months with no word, I left Christine a message at the phone number she had left for me in her original voice mail. No response. I left another message late March. No response. Yesterday, April 8th, I received a letter in the mail from their CFO. While he is apologetic that we are dissatisfied, there were no solutions offered or responsibility acknowledged. He makes reference to the cat scratches on the opposite side of the couch as if that has magically affected the claim.
In the letter I received yesterday, once again Kane’s hides behind the shield of the one-year warranty. I understand they have it written to protect themselves from liability, but that's beside the point. Yes, legally, they are likely covered. But morally and on a customer service level in an economy where every consumer holds close to their money, I am disgusted on their stance.
They have made their stance pretty clear that they don’t intend to remedy the problem in any way, shape, or form as far as repair or replacement costs. I in turn am making my own stance and advising any and all within my communication reach of what their corporation stands for. I am disappointed with myself that I didn’t do more research on the foundations of Kane’s and the details of their "guarantees" before making what in mine and my husband’s eyes is a large purchase. Did you know that you have over 160 complaints according to Consumer Affairs? There are 240+ claims too on the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website, and soon to be one more on each.
In addition to publically sharing BBB and Consumer Affairs reports on Twitter, I’ve notified over 500 Florida residents (most of which are home buyers/new homeowners/newly married couples hitting prime furniture buying demographics) and asked them to share on their own pages, exponentially sharing our story nationwide.
Reviewed April 2, 2013
I purchased a bump bed around 4-15-2012. Six months later the bottom side rail broke. It took me more than a month and a half to get the replacement piece. I told the lady that I was concerned with the top bed. I did not want that to break on top of my oldest daughter. The lady assured me it was an isolated problem, that it wasn’t going to happen again... Well, not even two months later, the other side rail broke. I asked her if that was going to happen to the top bed. I needed to have a solution. I made sure to tell them how worried I was about that top bed breaking too. They had me picking something else but were just trying to make me another sale. I had been going through this for more than 4 months, chasing them around, and I’m tired. Finally I picked another bump bed. I had to go with another stile and cheaper because they couldn’t do anything else. Now I have been waiting for a month and a half, and they tell me that I have to wait another month because the delivery is coming from China and they are celebrating Chinese New Year. Six months I have been fighting with these people to help me and excuse and excuse... I’m tired. Can anybody help?
Reviewed April 1, 2013
Kane's Furniture company is out for only one thing - your money. Every meeting, every opportunity, every warranty, every word out of the manager or the sales representatives' mouth is on a one-way track to more out of pocket money. Do not buy their fabric protection because the only purpose is to increase your ticket and make you feel like the ** furniture you are about to buy is an asset that needs to be protected. Besides that, the protection is bogus! If it was real then Kane's company would be the one offering it.
They go through a third party that "apparently" comes out to your house to treat your stain. I assure you the last thing that this company is doing is helping you treat your stain. In actuality, they are sending out a small bottle of stain remover. You will be upset because you probably dropped at least $140 on this so-called care and it barely works. Nonetheless, they treat you like shlub and dish you off to another company when your furniture is ruined! This is the same company for leather care and wood care as well. With leather care, if you do get that puncture, they essentially use a colored glue to fix the hole. This likely will look just as bad as the hole itself. The perks of the fabric care and leather care are the treatments.
For fabric care it's the stain guard. You can buy this at Home Depot or hardware stores for less than half the price. They say a professionally trained technician applies it. I assure you, a 3-year-old could handle this process. They also say a onetime application. You can apply it yourself if you bought the darn bottle as much as you wanted. And don't forget if you get a stain, you might as well have some "shout" cleaner because that is about all they are going to do. And as for the conditioner and cleaner with the leather, congrats! You can buy that just about anywhere. Don't waste hundreds of dollars. Kane's is family-owned-and-operated for the last 64 years. It is based out of central Florida. They used to be a credible furniture company, 15-20 years ago! Now they are undercutting everyone to keep earning money, especially in this economy.
The family is very wealthy and hungry for more money - not the standards of operation. This story sounds great, but the operation is a drag. Every employee is truthfully unhappy. Human resources is cut to the tee and they have little to no appreciation for their employees. Benefits are practically non-existent as well. The furniture all comes from Southeast Asia and China, and some from South America. If after all my warnings you do decide to shop at Kane's because you love that ** furniture that is going to fall apart in less than three years and the sales rep or manager told you all about their wonderful, guaranteed for life (which is equally as bogus as the other warranties because it's actually for about 7 years and in that 7 years I guarantee you for life that they will not do anything to help you out! It is not worth it!), make sure that you don't get up-sold on bogus things. Only go there on either from Friday-Sunday (they run the same sales over and over).
Don't let the salesperson make you feel comfortable and don't even bother trying to talk them down because they do not negotiate. I highly suggest just spending that couple extra dollars to either repair, reupholster or buy higher quality furniture. Put your weight on it, jump on it, hit the sides and the back, use your force and make sure that whatever you are buying is sturdy. Do not convince yourself that the one on the floor has just been used by a bunch of people and it got a little beat up. You will be using it daily. Yours will look like that in no time. Don't forget that their delivery always screws up, dings up, and inspect your stuff. Refuse it at all cost if anything is wrong. It is the only way by law! After 3 (36 hours) days, they will try and say that it's in your home now and will screw you out of your money.
Reviewed March 12, 2013
On 3/1/2013, our new living room set was delivered to our home. They dropped it and left. Not five minutes after the delivery drivers left, I was pulling the tags off the furniture. When we got to the couch, under where the tag was, is a rub on the leather. It looks like there was something rubbing against it in the truck, or the dolly that was used did it. Anyway, life’s lesson; make sure to inspect every inch before delivery drivers leave. So we call the store, and they set up a service appointment. Today is our service appointment. They were supposed to call before coming out. I called to confirm three times this morning. The technician never called and has already been to my house.
Now, the store has been giving me the runaround all afternoon, not calling back or telling me what’s going on. Finally, Margie gets the store manager Ron and he tells me they cannot get a hold of the service technician, which is something Margie told me already. He left the technician a message that he better not come back to the store without coming by my house first. However, he can't tell me what time that will be, and they’re only open until 9pm. As a business owner, I cannot believe the poor customer service this place has.
Reviewed March 4, 2013
I went to Kane's furniture in Brandon, FL. It was not a good experience. I left there very frustrated. It was a bait and switch store. I saw a mattress with a price tag on it and decided to purchase it, only to be told it would cost me a lot more than what was on the price tag. They did not honor the price that was on the tag. What a rip off. I will take my money elsewhere. I will report this store.
Reviewed Feb. 25, 2013
We spent thousands of dollars at Kane's Furniture on OBT in December. One of the cushions has raised areas on it, and we called the company in February to have someone come, take a look at it, and advise us on what to do with it. We offered to take the cushion to the store, and they said a customer representative would come out to look at it. The appointment time was 2.5 weeks, which was fine with us. We were told they would call the day before to give us a definite time and a call the morning of to confirm. They never showed up or called, and it is now a week later.
We called the store, and we were treated very rudely. They had no record of the appointment and said we would have to wait another 2 weeks. I was accused of yelling at the store manager when I never raised my voice. I am a customer service manager for a nationwide company and deal with unsatisfied customers myself and yelling at the store manager was an insult. He told me there is nothing he can do for me, but also never apologized for the no-show. I had rearranged my schedule to be here the day they were to show up and received no apology for that either. I again offered to bring the seat cushion in, and he said that I would have to just drop it off and leave it.
I am completely dissatisfied with Kane Furniture. If you are going to spend $200.00 or thousands of dollars, stay away from Kane Furniture. Their advertisements are false advertising. When I told him I was going to call the Better Business Bureau, he said, "Do what you have to do." So this is just the first step of many that I am pursuing.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2013
I purchased a sofa and loveseat from Kanes Furniture in Lakeland, FL. I even paid to have them treated. In less than two years, my furniture started to fade. I contacted Kanes, but they told me to call the warranty department. I called them, but they told me they do not cover fading. I called Kanes again, but they said there was nothing they could do. I then contacted the BBB. Finally, a technician came to my house to survey the damage. He told my husband that it was due to a manufacturer's defect. He also said we would hear back from them within 48 hours. However, weeks went by, and we never received a call back from them. I finally received a call from a manager after I posted a message on their website. The manager told me, based on their conclusion, the problem occurred due to improper usage of the furniture.
Reviewed Feb. 18, 2013
I purchased a 3-piece sofa set from Kane’s in Casselberry, Florida, in 2010. The salesman at the time said that I had a lifetime warranty. After they delivered the furniture, I noticed that the arms of the chairs were kinda loose. So I made a call to Kane’s to report the defect, and they documented that I called but didn't put the reason why I made the call. Finally, I get a tech to come out to look at the furniture. He took pictures and told me that the arms were just fine, which I know was not true, and they (Kane) refused to do a reassessment of the furniture. I called and he said it was normal wear and tear. Mind you, this set of furniture is in our living room where no one sits, not even me. So, anybody that plans on getting furniture from Kane’s, please look at other options because they do not stand by their warranty or their guarantee.
Reviewed Feb. 13, 2013
I purchased a sofa and loveseat from Kane's at the Colonial drive store in Orlando and discovered how uncomfortable it is. My butt hurts after sitting for longer than 15 minutes and the back cushions push your head forward creating upper back, shoulder and neck pain. I complained to Kane's. They sent a service tech out and he just took pictures. I received a phone call and they just said the complaint was filed. A few weeks later, I called them back several times with no results. This is not what a good business is when the customer is just told "We're sorry you're not satisfied with your purchase," but there's nothing they can do about it. They did suggest I try to resell it to recoup some of my money. Don't buy anything at Kane's unless you don't mind throwing money in the trash and passing on the problem to other people. The staff is trained to run you around circles and make you think they care.
Reviewed Feb. 9, 2013
We purchased a $2,000.00 sectional sofa. We noticed a problem with one of the recliners leaning to one side. We called Kane's and they sent someone out. The technician took some pictures and we never received a call back. After I called them, I was informed that they would not fix the problem due to customer abuse! I informed them that the sofa was only 2 months old and that I could supply proof that for 3 of those weeks, the sectional wasn't even being used because our house was being remodeled. They still would not fix it. We were told by the salesperson at the time of purchase that it had a lifetime warranty on the frame and mechanisms and if it could not be fixed, it would be replaced. We are contacting the news and our attorney. Game on Kane's!
Reviewed Jan. 31, 2013
The only lifetime guarantee is that my friends or myself will never shop there again! After not even a year, my $3,000 leather furniture started to fade in spots and the padding was lumpy. Well the only thing covered is the frame that will never go bad! Nothing is covered. The news needs to do a story on them for false ads. The salesman told us everything was covered under (the lifetime guarantee). Let's stop the crap with customer ripoffs.
Reviewed Jan. 30, 2013
What we experienced at Kane's is unbelievable and unheard of. We pursued with BBB and are going to the news station. We are repeat customers, and we recently spent $7,000 in Kane's in June 2012 in their W. Colonial store in Orlando, FL. The delivery of the bedroom set was late for 6 months. There was no customer service. Zero. There were no follow up calls during the 6 months from Kane's. There was no help. The customer service manager, Christine, and the team in their corporate office is a joke. We had to call every month to hopefully schedule delivery, only to be told that the delivery date got pushed back every time.
Finally, in the middle of December and right before Christmas, calls after calls, the bedroom set arrived on Saturday without a headboard. We waited for an hour to find out that they messed up our order and promised to deliver the next day. The warehouse manager promised to show up next day as well. The next day, the manager didn't come. The headboard came, and the guys started putting the bed together, but the mattress wouldn't fit the bed. We waited for another hour and found out that the bed was a king-size bed. Our mattress is a California King. The salesperson never informed us that there are different sizes for king beds.
Since there's no follow up calls, we had to call the store and got nothing but blame. We called the corporate office and got told to buy a mattress from Kane's, or they could take half of our bed frames away (only headboard remaining). They did not even offer a return or refund. We asked and we’re afraid they wouldn't agree. They were very hostile people. I'm wondering how a company with this kind of service could even exist. By the way, Kane's furniture is very toxic. They have a very strong chemical smell, and it took months for us to air out the smell. The bottom line is, buy at your own risk. Kane’s is not trustworthy.
Reviewed Jan. 23, 2013
I purchased a Sofa set from Kane's in 2008 at the S. Orlando Store from Barbara ** who lied to us about the warranty. We were told we have a lifetime warranty which we paid an extra $200 for at the time. We were told it covered everything that could happen to the sofa, even damage caused by the buyer, and that if it couldn't be repaired, it would be replaced at no cost. The sofa has a clear plastic between the recliner and rocker ends which began turning yellow, cracking, and peeling off. The recliners also no longer came up straight. The foot sections were on an angle to one side. Their repair person came out to inspect the sofa, which had been repaired twice over the last 3 years as well. He took pictures and didn't even try to adjust the mechanism he said was not working correctly. He took pictures and left.
Three days later, Mario from Kane's called and said there was no lifetime warranty on the sofa. The one we had purchased was only for fabric. I told him the peeling was part of the fabric as it was sewn to it. He then thought a minute and said, "No, it's only for stains." This was right after he told me the fabric was covered for everything. Stay away from Kane's and their lying salespeople. Their warranties are worthless just like their managers. I'm buying at American Signature next time. I wish I had read complaints on Kane's before I bought.
Reviewed Jan. 2, 2013
I purchased my sofa and loveseat from Kane’s Furniture on E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL in June 2011. I liked this microfiber set but tried to recline in the loveseat to be sure the reclining mechanism worked, and it was broken. This was the week it was delivered. They sent out a technician who put down a very dirty and disgusting towel on my off-white carpet, and a huge dead roach was sitting on it. He removed the towel and roach and told me the recliner handle that you pull out was not working at all, and he put in a new one. I showed him that my sofa cushion was sagging quite a lot and that they delivered it that way, and he said, "Don't worry. We give a Lifetime Guarantee." The technician made a note of this, and it was downhill since then. Kane's lifetime guarantee is a total joke.
Buy from any other furniture store, but not Kane’s. When I followed up with a call to the store regarding my sagging cushion, they were downright rude, arrogant, and even blamed me for the defective recliner mechanism that they clearly sent to me in broken condition. Of course, they then said I made the cushion sag. I have had furniture for 16 years that never sagged from the first few weeks that I had it. They told me that I already had a service call and wouldn't come to even look at my cushion even though it was clearly written down that I complained immediately about this problem.
They are so nice and happy when you go in the store, but are rude and unpleasant and unwilling to provide even the slightest help, saying it's not in the Lifetime Warranty. Then, I was told to contact their vendor. I told them that it's their responsibility and not mine. I am posting this complaint to warn other consumers that Kane’s is useless when it comes to helping you with a problem and their tactics are disgusting. "Blame the customer" should be their slogan, not "Keep your Furniture for Life" or something that leads you to think they actually will help you. Any other store would be a major improvement over Kane's. They are the rudest store I have ever encountered. You were warned. And I'm telling you the absolute truth. Nothing but a major hassle buying from Kane's.
Reviewed Jan. 2, 2013
Well, I believe in giving people and companies a second chance. So that's what I did. I bought two beds from Kane’s - one for my son and the other for myself. My first time with Kane’s, I bought the two beds for $1,312.98. This was back in 02/26/2010. Then, within 6 months, my son's wheels fall off and the springs in the mattress started to come out. Then, on 02/23/12, I went back into Kane’s and bought another bed ($1,960.01). This time the store manager helped me out. He stated to me that my first bed was no good and I needed to put more money into the frame (which I did, but it did not work). I did not have my bed for a year and 3 wheels came off.
I called and the lady was so rude. She stated that no one has died. I said, “What! This is my money and my son and I do not have beds.” She said the wheels could break depending on the type of tile or carpet. I said, “Well, when the Kane’s manger sold it to me, he did not say that.” Well, she made an appointment for service on 12/11/12. The service guy came out, and he cut my son's mattress out of the plastic and cut the spring. He said that it was not safe and Kane’s will replace it. Then, the Kane’s service man checked my bed. He took pictures and said someone will contact me. Well, I contacted the vice president on 12/12/12. He said that he had to look at the pictures and he will call me back. “I was not ready for this.”
He called me back and he said that with my son's bed, he could not do anything because of stains on the bed, so that voids the warranty. I said what! Then, the vice president said, “It looks like you have been jumping up and down on the bed.” I said, “What? Did you hear what you just said Mr. Vice President?” I said, “I am a grown woman. What ** would I look like jumping up and down on a bed that I have to sleep on?” So he said, “Let me see what I can do.” That was on 12/12/12.
It's now been about 3 weeks and no Mr. Vice President. So I want the world to know, do not buy anything from Kane’s. Kane’s furniture quality is so good that it's guaranteed for life. I guess that's true if you weigh 120 pounds. I feel like Kane’s should give me back my money and take this cheap ** furniture back. People, I cannot say it enough, do not, I repeat, do not buy anything from Kane’s. Kane’s doesn’t stick by their guarantee, or like the Vice President, their word. Do not buy anything please!
Reviewed Dec. 13, 2012
We purchased a Liam Queen Sleeper Sofa at Kane's in Ocala. The purchase and delivery went as expected. Six months after the purchase, we noticed that one of the arms of the sofa was caved in/collapsed on top very noticeably. We contacted Kane's, and they sent out a service technician who drilled into the sofa and left staples scattered on the floor (we have a 1-year-old and this was unsafe). We received a phone call from Kane's about what is clearly a manufacturer's defect or damage done in shipping. The incredibly rude and antagonistic person on the phone abruptly stated that it was not a manufacturer's defect, and when I asked how the technician arrived at the conclusion, she did not answer. I stated that it was impossible that something other than an arm or a head has rested on the arm of the couch.
The force that would be needed to cave in the arm of the sofa would need to be an equivalent of dropping a bowling ball from the height of the ceiling and we don't own a bowling ball. I suggested that the sofa might have been damaged in shipping, and she retorted that we would have noticed it 7 months ago. This is unsatisfactory on a number of levels: 1) normal use could not have caused the damage and the sofa has been subjected to very delicate use. 2) The service technician failed in his analysis about the cause. 3) Kane's is refusing to stand behind the products they offer. 4) "Quality so good that it's guaranteed for life" as a motto is patently false advertising. 5) Caveat emptor is no way to guarantee repeat/loyal customers. This is a deceitful business with an unsustainable approach to their clients and business. We will never purchase a single item from Kane's Furniture again and exhort others to boycott their products and business.
Reviewed Dec. 11, 2012
I purchased a loveseat and sofa at Kane’s Furniture in Ocala, Florida. It was purchased in March of 2010. We are snowbirds and left to go home in April 3 weeks later. We came back in 2011 for another 5 and a half months. We have since returned to Florida 2 weeks ago. The length of time we have used the furniture has been less than 7 months. It was not real leather, but none the less you expect it to last more than 7 months. The problem is the material is wearing and peeling off and you can see bits of it on the floor every day. It is like it has Alopecia, a balding disease.
I complained to Kane’s Furniture and they sent a service man out to access the sofa and loveseat. They called us back to say it was because we were snowbirds and the sofa was left in the elements for 6 and a half months. This is a lot of ** as we leave the air conditioner at 85 and the dehumidifier at 50 percent. Their next excuse was we've had it for 2 years. What happened to the lifetime guarantee? I'm surprised to see that they’re still in business.
Reviewed Dec. 9, 2012
We purchased a two-piece sofa, recliner and kitchen table at Kane's. The salesperson is just plain liar. He stated the sofa and chair were leather. Well, soon after, just 10 months, the so-called leather started to peel off. It's so embarrassing when guests come to the house. We have to put a blanket over the sofa just to hide it. I just don't know how a company that states the furniture is good for life and is totally the opposite is still doing business. I think IKEA and Wal-Mart has better furniture quality, seriously! I paid them in full with my debit card. They got my money and gave us garbage.
We are hard working people and earn money the hard way in this hard economy to have some bogus company take you for a sucker. It really hurts. I wish I could meet the owner face to face and bring him to our home to see the garbage they sold us. I will never set foot in Kane's ever again except to take back this garbage and dump it in front of their door. People, please read the reviews and don't go to Kane's. You will regret throwing your money away, honest to God. Beware of the sales people here. They will lie to you just to get their commission. I so regret ever setting foot in this place.
Reviewed Dec. 6, 2012
Kane’s will not stand behind their guarantee on furniture. I bought 2 recliners. On both of them, the sides bowed out. On one, the swivel broke. Fabric is awful. I waited 12 weeks for a sofa, and it is giving in back. They sent out some old man who did not know what he was doing, so I am stuck with their junk of furniture. Do not buy from them. They are terrible to deal with and will not do what they say.
Reviewed Nov. 30, 2012
I purchased furniture about 2-3 years ago - Leather couch and love seat. When it started to wear, we called them to come out for repair; and we quickly found that the so-called "Lifetime Guarantee" that we paid extra money for turned out to be "Sorry, we don't cover that." We will never go into another Kane's store again. They sell garbage, and they have a commercial even that says lifetime guarantee - but there is no guarantee. We shopped in the Altamonte Springs, FL Store. Buyer, beware. It is not worth the time or headache.
Reviewed Nov. 26, 2012
I went to buy a small table and 3 chairs at their Door Buster sale from 2-4pm on Friday after Thanksgiving for $150.00. I figured the table wouldn't be great, but for $150.00, it would fit my needs. At 1:55, the sales person tried to input the sale, but sale price was not available. After 3rd try, she got the sale price. They were out of stock - available on March 10, 2014! Manager said that other people probably bought before me since they have 14 stores. Really? At 2:01, they had none in warehouse. Manager couldn't answer how many they actually had, but I'm thinking none. And there were 3 other people waiting to buy this. Can you imagine if this had been from 2-4am? I put money down and will wait to see if something better comes along. Kane’s may have gotten the sale, but they lost a customer - a customer who has no problem making her problem known.
Reviewed Nov. 23, 2012
I went to Kane's and found an entertainment center on September 23, 2012. Price was $1391. I had bought furniture from Kane's back in 1998, a bedroom set that was made in Italy and I was pleased with the furniture and the service. This is why I decided to go back. Much to my chagrin, it was the biggest mistake I've ever made. They delivered the furniture on October 5th. They couldn't get the truck up to the house which ** off the drivers (they were warned). When it arrived, one piece was broken. I called Customer Service. Her name was Theresa in the Ocala store. She was rude. She said she would have a technician come out and look at the furniture.
Because we didn't take it out of the box within 48 hours after receiving the furniture, they were not responsible. They sent someone out on October 26th. He came out, looked at it, took pictures and said basically nothing and left. I told him what happened with the delivery drivers, how they could not get the truck up to the house and ran over my mailbox on the way out etc. He didn't care. I told Kane's I would not be paying for broken furniture - period, and they would be going to small claims court. After a couple of days, they agreed to replace it. Now on November 2, here they come. They deliver another piece and leave. This time, it's the wrong piece. We called them up now, they can't make it back until November 16th. Finally, we got the furniture.
This experience has opened my eyes. First of all, the furniture is garbage. Had I looked at it carefully, I would have never bought it. Most of it is made of particle board. It's crooked, screws are missing and I had to fix the backing on it. It is not worth $130 much less $1300. So I got ripped off. Secondly, the people who work there except for the salesman are rude especially when held accountable for their ** furniture and lousy service. Had I known this, I would have gone to Walmart or Home Depot and saved myself the grief. Kane's Furniture and service sucks big time. Never will I go back there, buy from there or refer anyone to shop there.
Reviewed Nov. 16, 2012
I purchased furniture from Kane in July 2012. Within a week, I noticed problems. I contacted the store several times - no response. After three months, I noticed the problems were worsening. I continued to call until I finally reached a manager. After informing her about the issues, a tech was sent out. The tech immediately stated that the problems were manufacturing issues, and that on the sofa in particular, he could fix it but needed permission from Kane. After three days, I was contacted and told they were going to replace the tabletop, but the sofa was wear and tear.
I politely told them that if they did not fix the problem, I would stop paying the bill, to which I was told, “Well, if you do, your problem will be with your creditor.” I said, “Oh no, it won’t be. I will stop paying. I will then go to small claims court, and I guarantee not only will I get to keep the furniture, but the creditor will get the money from you.” Also, I said that I would personally come with at least five other people and protest outside the store so that other consumers would know not to buy from Kane. Well, lo and behold, the tech was there 2 days later fixing the sofa. However, the tabletop that came was in similarly bad condition as the one I already have. So they gave me another date for delivery. That day came and no one showed. I called the headquarters and started to get the runaround. This company should be fined for breach of contract. And the BBB should be ashamed of giving them an A+; this is not an A+ company. Yes, their workers are polite; however, their product is shoddy. And if BBB hadn’t given them an A+, I would never have purchased from them.
Reviewed Oct. 26, 2012
If you are smart, you will not give this business your money. Go elsewhere! My husband and I purchased several thousand dollars worth of furniture from here and ultimately were ripped off. Martin at the Clearwater store is a liar, abusive and ignorant. My husband and I bought furniture from them and a very long story short, the merchandise is now in the clearance section. They got six pieces of furniture back and we got two. The Krylon stuffing is coming out through the outer fabric which caused a rash to the skin. When questioning the store manager about the guaranteed-for-life slogan they use, I was told that this was not a manufacturer defect even though the assistant manager said that there should have been some sort of barrier in between. Was it not guaranteed because they purchased as a second from the manufacturer and the warranty is null and void when a retailer purchases a second from the manufacturer? Long story short, save your hard-earned money and take your business where it is appreciated.
Reviewed Oct. 1, 2012
Kanes actually raised the price of my purchase more than 3 months after the purchase. It astounds me that they feel this could be legal. They just explained that they made a mistake so they are now charging me a higher price. I experienced unreturned phone calls, management refusing to speak to me, and finally had to write a complaint letter to corporate who apparently feels they don't have a responsibility to disclose the price of the merchandise before it is picked up, but prefers to wait months after the sale.
Reviewed Sept. 30, 2012
I have been a Kane's customer for years. My experiences with them have been great. Everyone must pay attention to the warranty information printed on the back of the invoice that is received at the time you purchase your merchandise. It is not always up to the sales person to give information. When I go to make a purchase, I try and ask as many questions as possible. You are the consumer and should take some responsibilities in your own life and not blame others. I think consumers like to place blame on corporations or others for things that could have been prevented by informing themselves at the time of purchase and take responsibility. I am so sorry to see a few of you having issues with your furniture. I have a great association with my Brandon store managers and they are always willing to assist when called upon with any questions.
Reviewed Sept. 19, 2012
August 3, 2012, my fiancee and I bought a couch from Kane's (the Clearwater store) and we paid for it in full and asked them to deliver it on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2012. Well the Friday before the delivery date, they called and said there was problem and asked if they could deliver it on Wednesday. Martin promised that it would be delivered with no problems to us, so we agreed. Tuesday, a woman from customer service called and said there was another problem and they sold our couch. We now won't be receiving ours until October 9th! She said all they could do was apologize and once the couch is delivered and signed, then they'll negotiate an inconvenience fee! I am furious! They obviously don't care about the customers that have already paid in full for their furniture and they just keep selling couches that have already been sold! Don't ever shop here, they will jerk you around!
Reviewed Sept. 11, 2012
We purchased a not too cheap power loveseat about 1 and 1/2 yeas ago. The receipt says leather. The saleslady said it was leather. Now it is peeling and chipping. I found out now by doing some research, it is bonded leather. After researching even more, I found that bonded leather is parts of leather that would have been thrown and in theory you can wind up with a piece of furniture that is actually only 17% leather. But they are selling it as leather, huh? Bonded leather peeling can be fixed similar to the stuff you can buy to fix rips and tears in leather, mix it up, put it on and let it heat up. But the color may not, and probably won't match. Kane's says it is a defect and that warranty was over after the first year. So now with a $1,300 item (plus tax and delivery etc.), we have a bonded leather piece of garbage. Now, I have researched leather and won't get suckered again, but for them to sell this garbage as leather is a real scam. If only I had a relative or friend that is an attorney, I would argue this point in court and stop them from this practice. Phooey on Kane's in Ocala, FL.
Reviewed Sept. 5, 2012
I bought my leather loveseats plus warranty in Lakeland, Florida in November of 2011. A stain/burn was on one of my cushions, a little half moon shape. I called the warranty company and sent them all the information/pictures and everything they needed plus told them that this really didn't look like leather, what with the way the furniture was already looking so worn after 6 months. They called me back and said since I didn't know how the stain happened, it was not covered and they would not be doing anything about it.
I called the store and the manager said he tried to work with the warranty company and they still said no. The warranty does state that a one time repair would be made (accidental) if this was to happen. The warranty company was very nasty and said they were not covering it and that was final. I called the Corporate headquarters (customer complaints) for 2 months and no one called me back. When I called last week and asked to speak to her boss, she picked up the phone right away. At the end of the day, she said she could not do anything either. I told her to come pick up her furniture. I would no longer be paying for it - she said she couldn't do that either. I said, "Okay, I am glad I didn't finishing paying this bill." But it makes me mad that the the merchant can advertise that their furniture has a lifetime warranty plus sell you an extra warranty. That is false advertisement. Kane's Furniture is a lie, has poor quality and I will never buy anything from them. I will go back to Haverty's where you truly get what you pay for - it may be a little more but it is quality, and Haverty's does stand by their customers.
Reviewed Sept. 4, 2012
I bought a 7 piece sectional at Kane's Melbourne, FL store. Within six months, two chairs in the sectional began to sink. I called Kane's, the store and corporate. At corporate, I spoke to a **. She and the manager at the store finally sent their man (supposedly repairman). He opened the worse chair from the back. This has been going on since the early part of 2011. The furniture was delivered on 11/10/10. I paid over $1,700.00 (fully paid for) for the sectional. This has been going on since early 2011. They sent the same man (supposedly the only repairman they have for this area). He came here at least 4/5 times.
At one point he must have put down that I needed new cores for two pieces of the sectional. He told me I had to wait 4 months for the cores. When I called them at the store as to where the cores were, they told me that the manufacturer of the sectional sent the wrong ones and I would have to wait another 4 months for the cores. When the cores finally came, after many, many calls, it was August 2012. At this time, one of the recliners was also sinking. He put the cores in. I had to leave town for 9 days thereafter.
When I got home, the chairs and the recliner were much worse. They sent the same repairman back and I had him sit in the chairs and the recliner. He agreed with me that they were faulty and crooked. I called the store to see what they would do and was told that the report of the serviceman did not have a written report at the end of the inspection. I said the furniture was worse than ever. It is crooked and feels like there is no foam in the chairs, and the recliner when reclined hits the person in it in the middle of their back with either wood or a bar.
I told the manager, **, at the store and he said he would send the repairman back. I asked him to come also, only 20 minutes away from me. He said he would try. In any event the repairman came back and agreed with me (I had him sit in all faulty chairs and the recliner). I asked him how come he did not write a report as the faulty furniture. He said he always writes notes explaining his visits to customers and what transpired. I told him that the manager said he did not. He said "They are lying to you." In any event I am left with faulty crooked furniture.
I am 71 years old and have a bad sciatica problem which has gotten much worse since telling Kane’s about the furniture. I cannot have an MRI because I had a defribulator inserted in my chest for my heart. I have been telling them, including corporate, that I must have this resolved for health purposes. They have succeeded in delaying fixing or any other solution to this matter. I reported them now to the Better Business Bureau and Angie's List complaint department.
The furniture is supposedly warrantied for life. Kane’s responded to Better Business and said they were having a few times and there is nothing wrong with the furniture. I am at my wits’ end. I do not have the money to buy new furniture. They have now been telling me for years that there is nothing wrong. I would never buy another thing from Kane’s. They are disreputable and in my estimation, lie about what transpired. They never left me a copy of the reports of the repairman. I did not put down dates because I trusted them and was repeatedly told the furniture would be fixed to my satisfaction.
I am 71 years old with a bad back and I do not have small children here and I do not do calisthenics on the sectional. I need someone to come to my home to verify what has happened to the furniture. The repairman, I believe, is in cahoots with the manager and I think maybe they fear losing their jobs if they tell the truth about this matter, especially in this economy. Shame on Kane's and the manager at the store and the repairman. Prior to purchasing the sectional, I had bought two etegiers from Kane’s and an $80.00 dolphin and at the time of getting the furniture, I bought a rug to put under it. The etegiers were approximately $1,800.00. The store evidently is having economic problems and do not honor their warranties. They delay you (at least me) for a few years and then say there is nothing structurally wrong with what you (in this case me) bought from them. I am shocked beyond belief that they would pacify and lie to me all this time.
Reviewed Aug. 31, 2012
Salesman stated I could return the product less $100. Now they will not grant a refund nor will they accept the product back. I purchased a mattress in the amount of $1077.99 that was delivered on 8/22/12. Before delivery, I asked if I could return the mattress if I did not like it. The salesman stated, "Yes, less $100. It's not a restocking fee, it's a fee we charge." I said, "Okay, fine." The salesman also stated there was a 6- day "comfort trial". We also discussed alternative mattresses. After getting the mattress home, I found it was too firm and was causing major back problems and I've never had a back pain or problem in my life. So I returned to the store on 8/25 to set up the return of the mattress, only to find out I cannot get a refund in spite of what the salesman told me plus I must wait the 60 days before they will accept it.
The salesman lied about the $100 return fee and he failed to inform me on the so-called company policy. I read my contract and nowhere on it does it mention the 60-day trial or the non-refundable return. If this is company policy, why is it not stated in the policy? I spoke with the local manager. She stated that I must speak with the general manager. I spoke with the general manager, Garrett ** and the salesman on 8/31, only to have the salesman say he did not tell me such a thing and the GM said the salesman is not lying because we have no fee of $100. The salesman said that I must have mistaken the $100 delivery fee as a return fee but there was never a $100 delivery fee mentioned. The company's delivery fee is only $39.99 which they charged me. I have my receipt to prove it. Again, it was another lie by the salesman. I asked if they could pick the unit up because I couldn't use it and I'm placing it in my garage. I risked humidity, wetness and other unpredictable stain.
The GM said, "No, we will not pick it up and if there are any stains, we will not accept it back." I asked, "How could your company force a 60-day trial on something I paid for and have to pay to be picked up? Please show me in your policy where this is stated." He responded that it's company policy and the 60-day sign is in the window. The salesman also agreed that he did not inform me of this 60-day must stay in home trial. The GM said, "After the 60 days, you can call us. We will pick it up but you can only exchange it for another mattress." This was after the local manager told me I can exchange for anything in the store, another lie, but the local manager stepped in and agreed she did tell me such a thing.
After the GM gave us a speech of how he's been there for 10 years, he turned and asked the local manager when this policy came into play. The local manager said, "It's been in effect for quite some time." So now, the GM doesn't know the company policy and he's been there for 10 years but he "knows the company and its policies." This place is a joke and they have nothing in writing to show their so-called company policies. I am still stuck with a $1077.99 mattress that's 9 days old and they will not accept it back. I will file a complaint with the BBB, CCC, ACC, ABC, NBC, anywhere I think is helpful and for everyone to see. I am also filing a complaint with my local "in your corner" news station. I will not go away easily. This place sucks! And I do not recommend this company to anyone. I should have read these reviews before making my purchase. I would have definitely gone elsewhere. I will keep you posted on the results!
Reviewed Aug. 25, 2012
I contacted Kane's Furniture to have a mechanical defect fixed on my sofa. I was sold an extended warranty by the salesman Hector ** at the OBT Kane's Furniture store under the pretense that it would be covered nationwide. Now Kane's refuses to honor the warranty because we have moved! I was told the warranty is covered by a third party vendor and it would be valid nationwide. These people are liars and will say anything to make a sale! I will never again purchase from Kane's!
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2012
Update to previous complaint, OBT location - We received a callback from Christine in the corporate office, who apologized for the hassle we experienced. They have agreed to pick up the defective merchandise. We later received a call from the Asst. Manager, Pete, who was (this time) polite and professional to schedule the pickup. We will report back regarding any subsequent refunds to see if we received a complete refund for this purchase or not. Because we have already reported these problems to our credit card company, hopefully, we will not be having any further problems, but that remains to be seen. We will see if this issue is resolved as promised.
It's too bad we had to go through all of this. As we can see by other complaints on this forum, we are obviously not alone. It should never have come to this for a resolution to be reached. We have our fingers crossed that it will be uneventful. Hopefully, Kane's addresses their policies and starts requiring training in customer service. They have a lot to learn in the areas of customer service and customer retention.
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2012
I purchased a complete bedroom set from Sav-On Furniture on 07/07/2012. The salesman, Carl, was a very nice and helpful young man. This complaint in no way is directed towards him. Delivery was set for 07/12/2012. When they arrived, they only had the rails and the dresser. They told me the head board and foot board was not loaded on the truck. It was scheduled for approx. a week later. The night stands were on back order which at purchase, I was told would be delivered on 08/18/2012.
After being patient and waiting for over a month, on the 18th by 12:30 pm, I had not heard from Sav-On. So, I called and was told it would be the end of the following week (Aug 23 or 24th). I explained that would not work for me since I have guests arriving and needed to complete the bedroom. I had to go elsewhere to purchase night stands. I asked for a refund and was told it would be 5 to 7 business days for processing. Today, 08/22/2012, I got a call from Jennifer, the accounting manager, in the Port Charlotte location telling me that my refund would be in the amount of $333, not the $520 I paid. She said that because I received additional discount for purchasing the night stands, they would have to deduct that amount.
Now to me, I am being punished for their not standing behind their promise to deliver the night stands in a reasonable time. Also, she gave me a choice of waiting for the stands to come in. Now I either accept the night stands whenever they may come in, which I no longer need, or I get ripped off for $187. And by the way, it has now been changed to the end of the month, or not! I feel this is unfair business practice and will never shop at Sav-On Furniture. I will also make sure I tell anyone who will listen not to buy from this company.
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2012
We purchased quite a bit of furniture from Kane's, believing the hype about their "lifetime" guarantee and that they carried quality merchandise. The furniture was delivered by two angry men who clearly did not like each other and didn't help each other. The bigger guy damaged our front door cramming a couch through it and our brand new area rug. They left garbage all over the floors, the garage, the yard, the driveway, and in the street which we cleaned up after they left.
Four of the pieces were damaged and/or defective (both, actually), which we couldn't see until they left because they had the floors covered in all the packing from the furniture so we weren't really able to get close to any of it to look. We called the store less than 24 hours after delivery expecting a quick replacement. A tech was scheduled and sent out and he was able to repair one of the items to perfect condition. He was very friendly and professional (Lance). The other items had so much damage and defects that we informed him we still wanted to return them as we had paid for new items, not repaired items, which he completely understood.
He informed us that a manager would be contacting us within 48 hours. No one called. We called and left a message three days later. No one called. Finally, we spoke to someone, but got the runaround from the assistant manager, the general manager, and the office manager (Erin, the nicest of them all) who insisted that they absolutely could not refund our money that we would have to accept an exchange instead. That was their policy. No exceptions. Numerous calls went unanswered or took days to return and still the only “solution” they would offer was to exchange the items. Obviously, this is in the best interest of Kane's, not the customer - but they would not budge.
After numerous calls and endless arguing, we told them we did not want to exchange the items - we just wanted them returned. They continued to refuse that as an option. The GM, Carlos, essentially forced an exchange; at which point we told him we would not allow the same delivery crew into our home and that if they were sent out, we would have security escort them out. We also told him that we would not allow the furniture to be delivered into the house unless it was absolutely 100% perfect, because we did not want an exchange and that he was only doing what was in his best interest, not ours. He talks over the customer and refuses to listen to what you say when speaking.
He insisted that we had “agreed” to exchange the items with the office manager previously, which we informed him we did not. We had asked to return the items from the very beginning, but were repeatedly told we had no choice; they would not take them back unless we paid a 20% restocking fee for defective items (almost $400). The office manager called back later to schedule a forced exchange. We reiterated that we did not want to exchange the items - we just wanted to return them. We had already discussed that they would only exchange the items.
When the delivery people showed up, the new crew was friendly and professional. We informed them of the difficulty we were having, that we did not want to exchange the items, that we were not being given any choice, and that we just wanted the defective items picked up. We let them know that we were not going to have them bring anything into the house until we had examined every inch of it. They told us we did not have to accept an exchange. They called the dispatch department and told them that we did not want an exchange and we spoke to Liz at that location. She apologized and said she would call the GM and get it resolved and have someone contact us regarding picking up the defective items.
The GM (Carlos) called while the drivers were still here. He continued to talk over me, insisting that we “agreed” to an exchange and that he wouldn't have loaded the furniture onto the truck and sent it if we didn't agree to take it. We never agreed to take an exchange. We repeatedly (dozens and dozens of times) told them we wanted to return the defective items and were not interested in exchanging them. We were forced to take an exchange, but the drivers told us that people do return items and that this was not the case.
Because Carlos insisted, we had agreed to accept the items (we did not). I asked if we should be recording our calls with them and Carlos said that maybe we should, essentially calling me a liar that we had agreed to an exchange. Our conversations had consisted of nothing more than going in circles, telling each and every one of them we just wanted to return the items and did not want an exchange and them telling us that we could not return the items without paying a 20% restocking fee and that we had to take an exchange. It doesn't sound like an agreement to me.
The only way we ever got a response was disputing the purchase with our credit card. But as of yet it is still unresolved. While some of the items are good, the ones that aren't are really bad and Kane's is not interested in serving the client. They will do what's right for Kane's and they don't care about the customer at all. I would strongly warn everyone to stay away! We purchased items from Rooms to Go and Havertys and the delivery staffs were all professional, courteous, and polite. Overall our experience with Kane's versus Havertys or Rooms to Go was like night and day! Stay away! Save yourself money and endless grief: buy somewhere else and check the reviews first. I wish we did.
Reviewed Aug. 22, 2012
In December 2011, I purchased a living room set (sofa and chair) from Kane's Furniture in Melbourne, Florida. About May/June, 2012, I noticed whenever I sit on any of the chair on any section, it appeared as if I was sitting on springs. The cushions had no substantial bearing on the surface of the sofa itself. I virtually dismissed the thought until about two different people mentioned it to me. I happened to speak to the sales rep about it and she advised me to contact Kane's about it because they have a lifetime warranty. I made contact with Kane's sometime in July and a service rep was sent to inspect the furniture at my home.
To my surprise, after the service rep inspection, he opened the back of the cushion and showed me that the material inside is a flat piece of sponge of poor quality (Kane's commercial advertisement - quality is so good it's guaranteed for life). Approximately 3 days later, a manager of Kane's of Melbourne called to informed me that Kane's cannot do anything about it because the cushions are not covered under the manufacturer's warranty. I contacted the Kane's Corporate office without getting a response from their Customer Relations manager.
Reviewed Aug. 14, 2012
My husband and I moved in to our new home in 2009. We were very happy to shop at Kane, but my God, what a night mare. We spent over $35,000 in furniture for our 5 bedroom home. As described by so many customers with the mattress, we have to change them and all the beds are so high. They told us that that is how the beds are made. We have problem with the very expensive glass cabinet. We had to change the lounge sofa sets 3 times every time, shopping for the one above the cost we bought. We were told by our salesman to buy this, this is the best we have here, this will last you long etc. BS to the max, too many problems.
But today it was bad I am suffering with chronic diabetes with numbness in both feet. I bought the rocking chair and stool. When I get up, I walked into my kitchen and around and the dog keep licking the floor. When I look, so much blood at every footstep. When I look at my foot, a screw from the stool imbedded on the side of my foot. I had to go to the ER at once - this is rotten I say. When we looked at the stool, the screw seemed to unscrew itself with the rocking I am sure. And the screw was not screwed in properly - it was screwed in sideways, when it was supposed to be straight.
That is not it. I keep hurting my hand for well over a year now wondering what is going on. Not until a month ago, my grandson who is only 15 months old had a huge bruise on his cheek and I was babysitting him. I thought OMG! What cut him so bad, and it keep happening until one day a few weeks ago, my daughter found a shape either screw or nail inside the chair about 1 inch long. My grandson hurt his leg and his cheek and my hand. If anyone has any advice after reading this, please email me at **. Please, I am sick of the lies and the faulty furniture. Thanks for reading. God bless.
Reviewed Aug. 7, 2012
Beware of Kanes in New Port Richey, Florida. I spent $2,000 in living room furniture in July 2012. I was promised the sofa to arrive the second week in July and the 2 recliners on August 1st. I received the sofa; however, the recliners "won't be in until sometime in September." In discussion with this sales rep, he denied ever telling me the delivery date of August - basically lying to me. The manager was little to no help. At this point, I have asked for them to come get the sofa, cancel the recliners and get my money back to me. They have a terrible customer service with representatives who tell you anything to make the sale. If I ever treated my customers this way, I would be out of a job. Go somewhere else!
Reviewed July 25, 2012
My wife and I purchased about $10,000 worth of furniture in 2007 and were told by the sales rep that it was the top of the line furniture. It broke down in less than two years. After several service calls and of course, in true Kane's Furniture style, they told us there was nothing they could do, that my wife should have gotten better furniture even though she was told at the time of purchase that it was top of the line. We have exchanged three mattresses and box spring sets. Each time, we were told we will have no problems with this set. The last set we exchanged, we were told by the sales rep that Kane's had purchased Stearns & Foster mattress company and we would have no problems exchanging the bedding if there was ever a problem, as Kane's owned the company.
Now we have a problem with the mattress. It is all hollowed out where we sleep and of course, we found out that the saleslady lied to us. Kane's does not own any mattress or bedding companies and Doc, the current salesman, said the fact that she lied is not his fault and there is nothing he can do about it. Of course, they want extra money for another mattress set and a delivery charge, which we should not have to pay since this is an exchange merchandise, not newly purchased merchandise. It seems that it is very difficult for any of Kane's salespeople to tell the truth or make any adjustments even on exchange merchandise. Not a company I'll wish to continue to do business with. I will not recommend Kane's to anyone for any furniture.
Reviewed July 21, 2012
Kane's Furniture suck. I will never, never buy anything from them again nor will I tell all my friends to buy from them. I spent over $3000 at the store in Brandon and I was not happy with 4 chairs that I had purchased and all I wanted to do was to exchange the chairs for something else. They gave me a hard time and charged me a restocking fee even though it was less than 24 hrs since I bought the chairs. I will never buy anything from them again.
Reviewed July 19, 2012
We went to Kane's at Tampa, the one by the Hard Rock. We had family coming over so we bought a sectional and coffee table set. This was in December 2011. We got the items home. The corner unit had a tear at the back, on the bottom. The coffee table was missing the nut that was in the leg to tighten it. We called our sales rep, he took our concerns and we had a repair rep out just after Christmas to fix this. His way of fixing this was taking a screw and using a nut so that the screw would not put through the outside end of the table leg, then wanted to sew a patch on the corner section. We said no, he told my wife that he needed her to sign that he was there.
We called back to Kane's and told them we were not happy with the repairs. They told us the coffee table was fixed and they would send us a new corner section. Now today, two false attempts from them to come out this month on Saturdays. The first one, they did not even call to say that they were not coming. Last one, at least they called on Saturday and said they had to rebook. They called and wanted me to waste another weekend waiting for them. We said, "No way, come during the week to fix this." Today, Thursday, the rep finally got here. After getting lost and us having to explain how to get here, we live on Hwy 60 main highway, hard to find. LOL. So he got here and first thing he wanted to know was what's wrong. He did not even know why he was here. I told him the corner sectional. He wanted to know what's wrong with it so we took the sectional apart for him.
The rep was not helping, just looking at us. We showed him the tear on the bottom, then he had the nerve to ask if we have anything for him to repair it with? I told him, "Why are you even here if you don't know and don't have anything to fix it with?" I told him, "That's it. I think it's better that you leave." We called Kane's back get a rep. He told me that they were expecting my call and transferred me to his supervisor. I talked to him and he did not even know who I am, so I explained everything to him and he came up with "Well, I should have called him." This was the first time I talked to him. I just wish they would get their act together and replace this. We can be done with Kane's, 8 months is long enough to have nothing done.
Reviewed July 9, 2012
I purchased a recliner and two weeks later, the Dacron fibers were coming through the fabric. I called the Kane's store in Clearwater where I purchased the chair. They scheduled for a technician to come out and look at the chair. He came out and took pictures and told me someone would be in touch in 48 hours. They called back when they said they would with a response. They were contacting their buyers and would call me back. They called back today and told me to come and pick out a reselection and they would pick up the chair and deliver another selection. When I went in to the Clearwater store, they were very nice and stood behind their product. I spoke with the manager Miriam; Kent was the salesperson that helped me today. Great experience.
Reviewed July 8, 2012
I decided to purchase a few pieces of furniture from Kane's in Lakeland, FL on April 10, 2012. I ordered a couch and a 5-piece dining room set. I was told that the couch was on backorder, but the dining room set was available in surplus and would definitely be delivered to me in Sebring, FL in a few weeks (I cannot remember the actual date promised) due to delivery only occurring twice per month in my area. So I decided to have both pieces delivered on the same date and that day, paid the $99.99 delivery fee. I left the store happy! And the story continues...
So a few days before my furniture was expected to be delivered, I got a call that my couch had not come into the warehouse, but would definitely come into the warehouse in a few weeks. After waiting for the couch for over a month, I decided to cancel the couch, but I would wait on the dining room set because I loved it! After waiting for another 2 weeks, I called and they said that the table was available, but the side chairs were now on backorder. After speaking with the manager David, I was assured that I would be compensated for the long wait period, but not given an amount of how much. My table was finally delivered, but only one side chair came along with it. The other 3 chairs would not be available to be delivered until July 6th! OK, I decided I'd wait. But about 2 weeks ago, I tried contacting the manager again to find out exactly how much I would be compensated and of course, he was unavailable but he would call me back the following day - no call.
I called back a few days later and again, he was unavailable but was reassured by Debbie that he would return my call soon and was also promised that my chairs would be delivered on July 6th. Still, no call back from the manager so I called back on July 5th and firmly asked to speak with the manager again and was told the same story. Then when I asked them to confirm my chairs would be delivered the next day, Debbie stated, "Looks like they aren't going to be delivered to the warehouse until the 21st." That's when I lost my cool! She said had she promised my chairs' delivery on the 6th, she would have made notes in the computer saying so. Really? I told her to flag my account because they hadn't heard the last of me! She offered to cancel my order, but I have one chair and a table that I can't return and nothing will match up to. I am so angry with this place and not sure what to do! Almost 12 weeks that I've dealt with this crap! Not impressed at all! Never, never again will I go back there and purchase anything!
Reviewed July 6, 2012
Back in 2009, we bought a red reclining sofa and tan loveseat. Both pieces are not holding up to good standards. The sofa's support cushion is worn and you can see wood pieces when you're sitting on it. The loveseat's cushion in the arm chair is wearing too plus the bottom leather is tearing on the bottom of the reclining part. I would never buy furniture from this store again, and would not advise anyone else to either. Very cheap! Plus the communication with Nicole, the manager, was very misleading. I understand about warranties and all, but if you have only had it for 2 years and it's wearing, something is wrong, and they should work with the manufacturer or something to help make us happy customers, but they're not even considering it. It's just sad to me that people choose to work this way, unprofessional!
Reviewed July 3, 2012
I bought a living room suite in October 2011. In less than 6 months, the leather started wearing off. I contacted Kane’s, sent out a tech, have to have leather replaced. I made several trips to Kane’s just to be told a bunch of **. Now, they said the parts would be here around the middle of July and we will see. In the meantime, the power chair button broke. They sent another tech out, ordered parts, no word for several weeks. I went to Kane’s and ** because my wife had a stroke and does not have the power to push down the foot rest. Lo and behold, they found another chair and I could pick it up on that Saturday. I have read several of the complaints posted and it is a shame the way they treat people. Now, my sales lady was very nice and I feel sorry for her to have to work under a company like this.
Reviewed June 28, 2012
No warranty on accessories: I bought a ceramic bowl for $24 one month ago. Recently, it started to develop spots. I took it back to the store today. Immediate reaction from Kane's was "Too bad; nothing we can do." They didn't even act interested, except they were eager for me to leave. They offer no returns on accessories after 5 days, reportedly. Just last month, I spent around $2700 on living room furniture at the same Kane's and had plans to return there to buy a dining room set. I'll go elsewhere, never set foot back into a Kane's, and will be more than happy to diss them to anyone I encounter who is looking for furniture. For a $24 credit, Kane's could have retained a customer. But if they aren't interested in my satisfaction, then I'm even less interested in doing business with them.
Reviewed June 23, 2012
I bought a couch from Kane's in June of 2011. By the end of September, all seams on both seat cushions were ripped completely open. The actual cushion itself (the fabric) was ripping in the middle of the cushion as well. Essentially both seat cushions were falling apart. One of the back pillows also had seams that were falling apart that I had to hand-sew. There is another pillow that the seams are ripping as well. I first called in December, but it was nearly impossible to schedule an appointment with a technician unless you wanted to wait several weeks or stay home from work during the week to wait 3 to 4 hours in their window for a technician - impossible for those of us who have full time jobs during the week.
So, I finally got someone to come to my apartment to look at the couch cushions and they called me the Friday night before saying they coded the appointment incorrectly and I had to re-schedule. I had to re-schedule to the weekend I was moving apartments because of their mistake. I rescheduled, someone came and took pictures and I called them back. Yes, I called them after it had been well over 72 hours and they said they were not going to do anything to fix the cushions because the couch was dirty and had obviously been used and that was why it's ripping.
Dirt had nothing to do with seams ripping. Dirt had nothing to do with the fact that the seams were clearly, poorly manufactured and the cushions fell apart. There are plenty of couches that last through several children, animals, etc. and still hold up, regardless of any "dirt" that is on the couch. Then, I was told that I was being too concerned with the fact that the seams were ripped instead of the fact that my couch was dirty - obviously dirt was not my first priority. The fact that my couch is literally "bursting out of its seams" is what I'm aiming to fix, at which point I said, "If I clean the couch and have someone look at it, will that fix the issue?" To which I was told, "No, you can't clean the cushions now that they are torn like that." Thank you for proving my point.
I am beyond dissatisfied. I am beyond angry with this company. I think it is a horrible thing that big companies in cities like this can completely take advantage of their customers and have absolutely no sense of pride in their product. I was sold a very poorly manufactured couch with "lifetime warranty" and they absolutely will not stand behind their product. I just think that is very unfortunate. I have not heard a single good thing about Kane's in speaking with others in the area. I have only heard negative comments, especially in regards to quality.
I am a young professional and I am very upset that I spent this much money on a couch that I didn't even get a year's worth out of and from a company that is not willing to do anything to fix it.
Reviewed June 14, 2012
I have had numerous times a technician came out on complaints about the leather furniture we purchased from Kane's Furniture. There are three things they tell us and remember this furniture is not even two years old: 1. Normal wear and tear; 2. Can't use the arms to lift up, 3. Kane's was not a quality furniture store, it will not last. They did go to the manufacturer of the furniture and I was told that whenever you have leather attached to man-made material and stitching comes apart, it is not covered by warranty. Nothing in their contract says this, but I suppose you can look for the fine lines. In other words, they falsely advertise. It is well evident by the reviews.
We paid $5,000 for two couches and a chair and the seams are ripping. We sure learned a lesson about warranties. An attorney can contact me to discuss alternatives. I do not think Kane's should be allowed to do this to the people whether young or retired as we are. We thought this furniture was good and we were sold on this concept. There are only two of us here with no children. We thought it would probably be our last.
Reviewed June 13, 2012
We recently purchased a bedroom for our son. Everything was great, or so we thought. We arrived at the store around 5:45 on a Sunday and they close at 6 so the minute we arrived, we were informed we only had 15 minutes. By 6:00 we had made up our minds (because we had shopped around previously so we knew what else was out there). We purchased a bed with storage, nightstand, chest and dresser/mirror.
They delivered the wrong bed, one without storage. I called and they said there was an extra charge and that they couldn't take the charge off despite it being their problem. Fine, that was okay. After I got home after settling the extra charge, I was looking over my receipts and it looked like they charged me way extra. So, I called and asked to speak to the manager who picked up the phone in one ring. I asked Donny if he had time to go over the bill with me (this particular Kane’s is 50 min. drive from me so I did not want to have to drive out there). He said he did not have time because the store was jam packed. Mind you, this was also on a Sunday, around 5pm. I said okay, can you call me back? After 5 min of being placed on hold, he told me to call Shannon the office manager at a later day. I told him to come pick up his room, I did not want it.
First off, it is your mistake; you should have better customer service skills and tell me someone would contact me asap. No one contacted me about picking up my bedroom. Any time I call to speak to him "he isn't there", unbelievable.
Reviewed June 7, 2012
I bought a King Koil firm mattress from Kane's Port Richey store 2 1/2 years ago because of their "lifetime warranty" claim. The mattress started sagging after about 2 years despite frequent turning as required. The inner coils squeak and there is no support for the back. Kane's sent out two service technicians who took "measurements" and reported that the mattress did not meet "manufacturer's warranty for replacement." On my first visit to the store to complain 2 weeks ago, a floor salesman stated during a conversation with me that the King Koil mattress was "discontinued because of poor performance." He went on to say that their lifetime warranty covered "whatever is beneath the outer coverings, like the supports, frames and inner structure, but not the fabric covers."
The store refuses to give me copies of their "service reports" and have a too-bad-so-sad attitude. The store never called me after the service techs came out. I had to go to the store to get verbal report. I never saw a manager despite being very vocal about my dissatisfaction. I feel Kane's sells junk then refuses to honor their warranty claims. I despise being treated like an idiot as this store routinely does. They pulled the same thing on neighbors who did not follow up with a complaint.
Reviewed June 1, 2012
We purchased a bedroom set and a mattress. The mattress started sinking in but at the top of the mattress by the head. I went to the store and they sent a technician out. The technician stated he had never seen that before, where it sinks in around the head instead of where the body or torso is at because that is where the most weight is at. We have a 10-year warranty but they refuse to honor it because the impression is only 3/4" instead of 1-1/2". When I called the store, they were nasty. When I asked for the manager, they refused to put him on, even though I said I would wait until he was available. The receptionist said she would give the manager the message and sent me to the hold music and left me there. I was a little wary about the brand of the mattress (King Koil) but the sales guy said they are very good and all the hotels use their mattresses. When I did speak to the manager on the phone, he stated they only carry quality products. So I asked if that is so why they no longer carry King Koil but received no response. They tell you all the BS you want to hear when they want to sell you something and after they have your money, they couldn't care less.
Reviewed April 17, 2012
The dining room chairs fell apart and Kane’s doesn't care. Very poor quality and customer service.
Reviewed April 1, 2012
My husband and I bought a sectional sofa recliner on February 18th. We were told that it would take 4-6 weeks before it would be in. We accepted the time frame and waited patiently. After the long anticipated wait, the sofa finally came in. We set up a delivery date which was set for Sunday, April 1, between the hours of 2 and 4. The truck showed up with two guys sweating and huffing and puffing. The wear and tear of delivering furniture had taken a toll on them. These gentlemen came inside, took one look at the stairs where the sofa had to go up and said: “We can't bring it in. It's too big.” My husband and I looked at each other in disbelief. It's a split level home—nothing special. You go up the first set and the second set—and boom, you’re there. These are the same stairs my husband and I carried king and queen size bedroom furniture up.
The guys never even tried to bring the furniture up—it never came off the truck. The driver simply said we could get mad all we want, but he was not bringing it in. We asked if they could get more help and he said his boss said no. They asked us to sign off on the paperwork for acceptance. We refused, so they got into the truck and left. We went to our local Savon where we made the purchase and talked to the manager who said he would refund the delivery. He added that he would ask some guy that he knows to bring the furniture over to us on Thursday and dismantle it and bring it up stairs. We could give this guy the $100. The manager seemed to be more interested in telling us that this has only happened twice since he worked there and the delivery guys get paid by delivery, which had nothing to do with solving this issue.
The manager seemed not to care one way or the other. The only thing he could say was that we had to wait until Thursday when they could get the furniture off the truck because the driver could not break his routes to bring the furniture to the store; it had to go back to St. Petersburg and brought back on Thursday. Now, we're ** if we do and ** it we don't. They still have our sofa and our money. Imagine that. I will never shop there again.
Reviewed March 14, 2012
I was in the Clearwater store on Sunday, and was going to buy two chairs to match the set that came with table and four chairs. I saw a wall hanging I liked for $149.99. I asked if it ever went on sale, and the salesperson said no, but she would talk to the manager. She came back and said she could give me 15% off. I told her I had to measure. I wanted the wall hanging, so I went to your St. Pete store, as it was closer. I was told I could not have the 15% off. I said I would just drive to Clearwater store, and get the two chairs, and the 15% off the wall hanging.
The manager said she would give me the 15% off so the salesperson was writing my order, and then told me the chairs were out of stock, and would not be in until April 14. I asked if I could buy the ones off the floor, as you have 4 in St. Pete, and 4 in Clearwater, and they said no. Being a snow bird, I have to leave April 9th after Easter. He told me that I could not get the 15% off the wall hanging. Really my friend and I have shopped at Kane’s for 11 years, and have sent all my friends to your store. I have spent too much in your store to be treated like this but I will not be back. I think your staff was combative, and ** is so out of line. For $20.00, I will never shop in your store again. I will replace all four chairs, rather than buy two from you.
Reviewed March 6, 2012
I went in on Saturday, February 3, 2012, to order furniture. The saleslady told me it was on backorder, but it would be in in 2 weeks. I received a call on Sunday from the delivery company saying it would be there on Thursday, February 9th. I scheduled for my old furniture to be picked up. I was then contacted and told it was a mistake and that I would receive a call later. I then called and canceled the removal of my old furniture. The saleslady called again and stated that the furniture would definitely be in on Saturday, February 17th. I didn't hear from the saleslady so I called and was told it might be the 24th. Now at this point, I have no furniture and I still don't have a firm date on delivery.
The company offered me a $100.00 in store credit and an apology that means nothing at this point. I then requested a refund for the purchase amount after they said it would be the middle of March before my furniture would be in. I also requested a refund for an end table that I purchased on a different day. I received a refund for my furniture and I am still waiting for the end table refund. This company has been so rude and has not communicated with me. I have initiated all the correspondence.
Reviewed March 2, 2012
I bought a dining room set (table and 4 chairs) in April 2011. Being a snowbird, I did not use this furniture until November 2011 and one chair had a wobbly leg. I called Kane’s in early December and they sent a rep who said he needed parts to fix chair and would order. I called Kane’s in mid February and the customer service rep said no date yet for delivery of parts. I called again March 2nd and am now told part will be here in early May. What a deal. 5 months to even get a small part to fix this chair. Do not buy from this shoddy company. Their service is terrible.
Reviewed Feb. 22, 2012
I wanted to purchase a desk and living room furniture. The salesman told me that there would be a free television with the purchase and free financing for two years. I told him that I would have to measure for the desk and would return in two days to purchase the items. When I returned to purchase the desk only from a different salesman and after the transaction, I was told by the salesman that the offer for was only for one day and that they would not honor their handshake deal made to me two days previous. I was also told that the free financing now is only for one year now. I spoke to the store manager several times since and all I got was sorry!
I spoke to Christine, a customer service manager, at the corporate office and she indicated that she would investigate the problem and get back to me. She never did. This company and its employees lied and did not honor their advertising. If I would have been told on the first day that I was in the store that their promotions were only for that day, I would have given them a deposit on the item to hold the item and promotion until I had a chance to measure.
Their response was, "We are not to do anything about it". No apology was offered. A letter was sent to the president of the company with no response. A complaint was filed with the Better Business Bureau, the response by Kane's to the BBB was a total lie.
Reviewed Feb. 11, 2012
I brought a Sofa and Loveseat from Kanes Furniture in Tampa November 2010. What a disappointment it was. Within six months, the sofa started to sink very low every time anyone to sit on it, so I called Kanes and they sent a tech out, and he said it was the cushion. So they replaced the middle cushion of the sofa. I thought the problem was solved. (Not). November of 2011, I called them again with the same problem and this time I was angry because it's not the cushion. I feel that the sofa is a defect. So they sent a tech out again. And of course he said it's the cushion again.
I called the Kanes store where I purchased the furniture many times to talk to a manger. Either they're too busy or they would call me back and as of today, no call back. I just wish I would have read the complaints before purchasing the furniture. The sad thing about it is, Kanes doesn't stand behind their product and I don't understand why Kanes are still in business. So now I got to purchase new furniture because I'm so embarrass when I have friends come over and they sits on the sofa and it's like their sitting on the floor because how low it sits. I would advise anyone who need furniture or etc.. Please read the reviews before you make a costless decision like I did.
Reviewed Feb. 5, 2012
I purchased a set and when it was delivered the front right legs were put on incorrectly. Rather than returning, the delivery man removed the legs and hammered back on. This makes me sick and it shows the lack of quality watching your brand new furniture being torn apart and put back together again. Also, the ottoman isn't here yet. My contract states end of January beginning February; then when I called, they said end of February but now mid maybe sooner! I will never deal with them and their cheap furniture again! I want my money refunded so that I may go elsewhere!
Reviewed Jan. 22, 2012
We need your help with a similar complaint against Kane's Furniture. From this thread, and the numerous other postings in the internet, there appear to be droves of potentially dissatisfied (former) customers. The company has sold us defective furniture, and is failing to honor its lifetime warranty, and I was wondering if you'd personally speak to us about your experience with Kane's. We have no way of contacting you directly, and need your help to hold this company accountable. Please email me at **. This is a time sensitive matter and would appreciate your replies ASAP (it is currently January 22, 2012).
Reviewed Jan. 20, 2012
I bought a king size Serta mattress Bridegeview ($ 1,400), which after only two months, started digging in the middle, for about 3 inches. I contacted the store, where I bought the mattress, and a technician came to assess the problem. What a farce. The technician stretched a rope between the end of the mattress, to measure if there was a depression in the center of the mattress. He has not tested the mattress with a minimum load, to simulate the normal use of the mattress, was the standard excuse that the company serves.
Two weeks after, the magazine Soap contacted me to inform me that he had found nothing unusual for this mattress. Savon furniture, and Serta have now lost a customer for life, and I now understand why so many consumers complain of Serta mattresses. I paid a part of the problem by adding a pillow under the mattress to fill the hollow in the center of the mattress.
Reviewed Jan. 15, 2012
They sell defective products and blame it on the manufacturer. And they refuse to provide full refund. I ordered an Avalon reclining sofa and loveseat on 12/26/2011. The salesman claimed that this was their "best selling" set. The loveseat was delivered damaged. It took me 2 1/2 hours in their store to get this resolved. They blamed it on their internal accounting systems. After using the sofa for one weekend, it felt like a 2x4 was in the middle of my back. Their technician came out to review the problem and was able to quickly see and acknowledge the problem. He told me the store would be in touch.
After several days with no return call, I called the store. The first person told me that they could repair the sofa and would not refund my money. The second person (same call - store manager) told me that the sofa on the floor was the same and therefore the sofa was made "according to manufacturer’s specification" and they would not refund my money. After applying pressure, I was told they would take it back, but not without charging me a restocking fee and that I would be contacted the next day to coordinate pickup. It has now been a week with no call.
First, there is no way that the sofa they delivered to me was made the same as the one in the showroom. I sat in the same position on that sofa and did not have the same experience (I would not have purchased the sofa if it did). Second, to have a sofa that is unusable (as acknowledged by their own technician) and refuse to provide a full refund are inexcusable business practices. I now have the sofa sitting in my home waiting for their call and the return. I have since purchased a La-Z-Boy set directly from the La-Z-Boy store. It is made in the USA and incredibly comfortable. This is my third set from La-Z-Boy. They deliver products undamaged, are incredibly well made, and have never had a problem in 15 years of ownership. I tried to save a few bucks and it came back to bite me. Do not believe their quality and customer service claims.
Reviewed Jan. 4, 2012
This is a follow-up to the complaint I made on December 2, 2011. Kane's called and said they were sending out the part and a repairman on Thursday, December 22, which they did. The part was the wrong one. I was told that someone would call me within 48 hours. No one called. I called them after a week and was told that someone would call me back. As of today, (January 04, 2012) no one has called. I bought this recliner, August of 2011, and still can't use it. I see why Kane's offers a lifetime warranty on the furniture because they have no intention of honoring it. No one honors anything they say at Kane's. This is the Ocala, Florida store.
Reviewed Dec. 31, 2011
Savon took advantage of a disabled person. I explained that I was going to get a chair from a disability store. When the salesman informed me that the recliners had a lifetime warranty, I was skeptical but he assured me I would have no problem with this motorized recliner. I also paid 75 dollars for the leather protection and was told if there were any stains, holes, or rips - I mentioned even from a cigarette that the leather would be replaced. Less than a year later, the $581.99 recliner started to cave in on the right side.
I called the store and they used a stall technique to finally get a tech out, who was rude and took lots of pictures, flipping the chair all over the place. Then, he told me the cushion had to be replaced. He said nothing of the base of the chair, which sits about 3" lower on one side or the right arm rest that was starting to get loose. Over a month later, a box showed up with just some foam cushions in it, no springs, which were shot. I weigh 200 pounds, not a guy who crushes furniture and complains.
After a month or so later, they finally told me corporate says it’s a wear problem and not covered. Do they think people buy recliners not to sit on? A lifetime warranty for a recliner at Savon means absolutely nothing at all, as does the extra 75 dollars they conned me out of. I would never recommend Savon to anyone, and their lifetime warranty is just an advertising gimmick. Oh by the way, my grandmother and her war vet husband also are having the cave in problem on their recliner sofa and they weigh half than I do. This is what I'm left with, a junk chair and a box of foam.
The manager had someone call to tell me "Too Bad" 2 days before Christmas. Don't get ripped off like I did by this store. Over 600 dollars down the drain, and a box of foam to put in the garage, the chair I got at Big Lots for 200 dollars was better built. It's the white recliner in the photos above. It is total garbage. Shame on you Savon! You could have at least taken this chair back for store credit, let alone the 75 dollars for the worthless leather protection.
Reviewed Dec. 30, 2011
A followup to 10-29-11 complaint entered on this site. I know Kanes is aware of my entry. How Because the manager politely mentioned it to me when I inquired about my chair from hell. Well, 1st of all, when I paid $374.49 (1-31-11) for a recliner it was about 3-weeks late for me to have to pick up.
After 2-3 service calls, Kanes said they had ordered a new chair bottom on October 15 and the new one should be in about November 15. I do believe the service man showed up on December 7 (Pearl Harbor Day), how ironic? The chair is still not OK. The manager said on December 23 that he would order a chair change-out. On December 30, I called, Kanes said they would have to send a service man to inspect on January 4.
Reviewed Dec. 15, 2011
Two new sofas delivered in disrepair and delivery men could not repair them and their service department couldn't schedule a date to come and repair them until two weeks later. The service guys showed up a day early. We were not home and then they could not reschedule for another week. So we will have the two sofas for over three weeks and will be unable to use them. To deliver sofas in disrepair is bad enough but to not come out to fix them for three weeks really is unacceptable. I told them I would register complaints online about this and they obviously don't care because they are still not coming out any sooner to repair the sofas. Service department was rude on top of it all.
Reviewed Dec. 14, 2011
I bought an entertainment center from Kane's two years ago. All the screws came off of the latch on the part where the DVDs are placed. The top shelf was not put on right. There is a gap between the shelf and what it sits on. There should be no gap in it. When I contacted Kanes about fixing the problem, they would not help. I will never shop with them again because their merchandise is so inferior. If they would have fixed the problem, I would have been very happy with them. The problems that I have should not have happened after only two years. I will tell everyone I know not to shop there because their merchandise is junk and they do not stand behind their merchandise.
Reviewed Dec. 2, 2011
I will never walk into a Kane's store again. We bought a sofa/recliner in August of 2011. When it was delivered, the left side of the couch recliner was bent and didn't work. They sent a repairman out on September 10th 2011. He could not fix it so a new piece was ordered. I was told that it would take two months to get the piece. It is now December 2nd 2011 and no piece yet.
I have called several times and have been given several stories; the latest is that the piece will be here middle to end of January. Everytime they are called, there's someone who will tell you that they are going to check on it and call you back. Everyone have their lies and no one will call you back.
There are plenty of other furniture stores in Ocala Florida to buy from and we will use one of them next time. I will never go into Kane's Store again.
Reviewed Nov. 26, 2011
Like many other posts here, I wish that users were able to give half or negatives stars. This company apparently has a corporate policy of no negotiation with customers unless it is inventory the store wishes to unload. Today, we went to the Ocoee, Florida store in search of a twin bed frame for our son and desks and associated furniture for our home office. Several times, the sales rep attempted to talk us into various full bedroom suites for our son and offered to take up to $100 off the posted price. However, we chose not to purchase any of these. We did, however, find a desk that we liked and wanted to purchase two along with a matching bookcase. The desks were $199 each. However, they also had the two desks with a corner piece to make an L for $400.
The salesman offered to give us the corner piece, which we had no use for. Instead, we asked for a bit off the desks or the bookshelf. The sales rep refused and argued with us about seeing the manager. When we met with the manager, she sat in her office with a smile on her face and a glint in her eye. As soon as the salesman told her that we were asking for money off (without the full reason behind it), she refused. My husband explained that we had spent a bit of money in her store in the last year (a full home theater recliner set). Her response, without ever losing her smile, was that she had customers who spent $30,000 and didn't receive any discount.
I work hard for my money (this would have been a cash purchase). Regardless of how much we would have spent, we should not be made to feel like second class citizens that she is trying to wipe off her shoe. This being said, we did not purchase from Kanes (actually find identical desks at a lower price at Staples) and will not shop in their store anytime in the future.
Reviewed Oct. 29, 2011
Is there a minus for rating? I am a senior citizen and have never bought a new chair due to finances. I splurged at Kanes on 34th St. in Treasure Island, FL. The mistake delivery was over 2 weeks late. I hired a delivery person. The chair is from hell. Kanes has responded 3 times to "fix" the noise and collapsing and worn out appearance (they said to put a dollie on the arms, but it's not even a year old, duh!). They told me they ordered a new bottom on October 15.
Yesterday, I contacted my attorney. Per his advice, today, 10-29-11, I called Kanes. I said that if no "fixed" situation was done by 11-01-11, I will hire a delivery person to take it back to Kanes for a new chair, refund my money for delivery and inconvenience. The place sucks. There, I feel better and my attorney will be in touch.
Reviewed Oct. 5, 2011
I wish there was a way for a half of a star, because Kane's Furniture at 4501 34th Street N. has the worst customer service I have ever experienced. We ordered a bed from them and the headboard was back-ordered from the beginning and supposed to come in 2 weeks after the rest of the furniture. It then was back-ordered again for 2 more months. The problem is that they never even called to tell me this, so the week that I was expecting a call for the delivery, I finally called them to ask what was wrong. Then 2 months went by with our bed completely apart because we needed the headboard to put it together. First strike.
We finally get the headboard and the bed was put together. One of the drawers stick (which I could live with) but then we found a crack on the headboard that had been glued over in a horrible attempt to "fix" it. Second strike. So we called to have a serviceman come to sand the drawer and stain it to fit, so it wouldn't stick anymore (recommendation by the delivery guys) and also to see if they could at least properly fix the crack. We did not want to go through waiting another 2 more months for yet another delivery/headboard. So, here I am now, taking off half a day for the serviceman to come by. I got a call that he cannot be here until 5:30 pm when my time slot was supposed to be 2 to 5 pm. Third strike. I have a second job at 6 pm so I can't do that, so I asked if they could reroute the service guy to me next, and push someone else back that had the 2 to 5 pm slot but they said they can't do that. Thanks for everything Kane's. Never buy from this place if you care about service.
Reviewed Sept. 17, 2011
I am very disappointed in this company because they do not stand behind what they sell. I will not purchase anything else from them. I will let all my friends know about their inferior quality products and them not backing what they sell. When a product is defective, a decent company will make it right or, at least, help to make it right. I am just very angry at their policy of "forget the customer" after they sign on the dotted line.
Reviewed Sept. 7, 2011
On 3/24/11, I purchased a dining set, kitchen table with four chairs, a TV stand, bedroom set, sofa and loveseat-end tables, and coffee table. When the furniture were delivered, it was raining hard, and the delivery crew were in a hurry. They assembled the end tables. They brought in the sofa and loveseat. It was noticed that the motor that runs the loveseat was not included, as well as the plastic cover over the push button on the sofa. The skirt on the loveseat and sofa had to be fixed, as you can see the metal frame on the items. It was noted at the time of delivery, that these were missing. They even called the main office about these. To date, this issue has not been resolved.
For the TV console, they did not install the TV, so when we did, we noticed that the top of the unit was uneven when the TV was placed. I later had to call a repair person from Kanes. After several calls to get them there, as we were leaving FL. The dining set table was left on it's side when they delivered it, and we set it up. We noticed that there was a piece on the side of the table that was missing, and the chair seats, were loose screws were stripped (that was done at the time they did the treatment of the chair cushions before delivery). When the inspector was there, he noted that a piece was completely missing, so you could not secure the leaf. I received that piece here in VT several weeks later, and persistent calls instead of FL when I needed it.
The kitchen table came with no chairs because they were damaged. After many phone calls, I was told that they were not available. I even went to the Orlando store to see the display, and they were damaged, as well. I asked for them to take the table back and give me credit, which they did, but still no motor for the loveseat and the cover. This has been the most horrible experience I have ever had with a company, and would not recommend them to anyone.
Reviewed Sept. 2, 2011
All week they've advertised that today, 9/2/11 from 6:00 PM to Midnight, if you have a 0-1 on your driver’s license, you can get a free MP3 Player at Savon Furniture. My husband I was there at 6:30 PM and they said that they were all out of them.
We were also looking to purchase a living room and dining room set, so when they said that, we said forget it, you’re not getting our business there.
That is false advertisement on TV, telling people that if they have 0 or 1 last digit in their license, they get a free MP3 Player. After this experience, I will never go to Savon Furniture anymore. They lost our business and we will not refer anyone there.
Reviewed Aug. 23, 2011
I bought a new sectional last year in August. One piece had the legs broken by the delivery men. It took 4 weeks for a new piece of furniture. The representative tried to have me get it repaired. I insisted on new furniture. As I was waiting for the new piece, the mechanical recliner chair showed evidence of sticking. I asked for a new chair and was denied. I was very upset and just unplugged the chair and used the manual recliner.
One month ago, my stepson plugged in the chair and tried to use it. The recliner stuck and then broke. I have used that chair MAYBE 5 times. It took 3 weeks for a tech to come out and now they were saying it will take 2 months to get the replacement part. I asked for the chair to be replaced in good faith. I have not used it. I do not want to wait 2 months for a tech to come out and replace all the mechanics on the chair. The corporate said no. I'm highly dissatisfied with the quality of furniture Kanes sold, along with the service.
Reviewed Aug. 20, 2011
I purchased a leather living room set with the leather guarantee. I was told it covered any damage to the leather. 2 years later, the leather separated from a chair. I brought it to the attention of customer service. I was told nothing could be done because it was a manufacturing problem.
Reviewed July 29, 2011
I am writing this email in a respectful fashion and I am not asking Kane's for consideration or any satisfaction. I am writing this to register a very strong complaint and my outrage at the poorly designed, poor quality, cheap Red Chinese-made bedroom set that my wife bought at Kane's that is total **. Mrs. ** purchased the bedroom set in November 2005. This morning, the bed broke at 3:15 a.m. The box spring or the mattress frame broke free of the side boards and fell to the floor. The side boards are half-inch thick, cheap, semi-hard wood. The side board on my side of the bed cracked halfway up its length and halfway through its width. The series of wood screws that hold the mattress frame to the side board all pulled out on my side 3/8 inch penetration into an inch piece of wood!
How cheap and chintzy can you get? How does anyone in their right mind expect this expediently cheap design to provide decent service? The Red Chinese makes cheap and shoddy products. And companies like Kane's Furniture buy this ** for pennies on the dollar, under the guise of Free Trade, and peddle it at top dollar to an unsuspecting (and largely unsophisticated) American public. I don't buy Red Chinese junk as a matter of principle and if I knew (though I suspected at the time) that that bedroom set was made in the PRC, she wouldn't have bought it, case closed.
I'll tell you this, we will never ever set foot into a Kane's Furniture store ever again. We will tell everyone we know about the junk you peddle. This mad rush to buy cheap product manufactured in the PRC to sell at high prices here in the USA has to come to an end.
Respectfully,Roger **
Reviewed July 20, 2011
I purchased a leather reclining sofa and love seat in May of 2009. The leather started to separate from the seat. I had purchased the extended warranty with the purchase of the furniture. Warranty was with UV3. This warranty is a joke. They denied my request to get this problem resolved (i.e. repair the sofa). I have spoken to the Kane's Store in Ocala a number of times and got no help there. I could not even get the manager to call me back. So at this point, Kane's Furniture sucks. I am only one person and I know what I say doesn't mean much but chances of me buying any furniture from Kane's Furniture in the future is zero and of course, if anyone asks me an if I know a place to buy furniture, it certainly will not be Kane's.
Reviewed July 3, 2011
My Kanes kitchen table was backordered for a week. Then it turned into another week, then another two weeks. Finally, when it was going to be 10 weeks backordered, I told them to cancel the order. The other things I had delivered were suppose to be between 12-4 pm. They finally showed up at 6 o'clock, after I had to call them to see where they were.
Right now, they are trying to not refund me my full amount for the table that was backordered because I had used a coupon for that order and coupon for another order, which they said was fine at the time of purchase because they were different addresses. But now, it's not okay when I want to return something. THEY ARE SCAM ARTISTS! I wish someone would have told me about them before I had purchased anything from them. I will NEVER again.
Reviewed June 8, 2011
Within the last year, we have bought 2 recliners from them. The first recliner cost us over $600. We began having problems with it within the first 6 months. We called quite a few times to no avail. Finally, after quite a few more increasingly angry phone calls from us, they suggested coming over to pick out another chair. In January, we did go to the store, picked out what we thought was a good chair. We did not take delivery until 2 months later in March. After we did take delivery, the chair began to break down within the first 30 days.
The seat of the chair began to lose the quality of padding so that you were sitting on a "pancake", also there was no padding in the lumbar section at all. Once again we called so many times that I’ve lost count. Our last call, we told them that we wanted our money back from both chairs or we were going to sue them, needless to say, we haven't heard back from them since then. Ultimately, we are out of $900.00 and are, in essence, without a chair at all. (We are left with the chair that has no seat left and absolutely no comfort.)
Reviewed May 26, 2011
I bought a bedroom set for my son at Kanes because we wanted a nice one. It turns out to be the cheapest junk on the market. I have purchased much higher quality furniture from Target at a much better price. I complained to customer service about the huge defects in the furniture, including cracked drawers, gashes in the headboard, etc. and they were only marginally helpful at best. Bottom line was taking a little off the price, but telling us that we no longer have any warranty on it, basically, that if something goes wrong or we discover other issues, not to come back to them. Save your money and go somewhere else.
Reviewed March 23, 2011
I purchased a bed frame and headboard on February seventh 2011. The bed was delivered the next week and was put together incorrectly. I called Kane's to have it fixed and it has been over 7 weeks and the service man still hasn't come to fix it. I have called customer service and no one responds to my calls. It is unacceptable that Kane's is allowed to treat people this way and get away with it. All I can say is that, I will never buy anything from them ever again and I hope others do their research before making this mistake.
Reviewed Jan. 14, 2011
I want to bring to your attention the sale transaction and my experience with Kanes Furniture Store. I had purchased a 3-sectional sofa set from Kanes St. Petersburg store on 11 Jan, 2011. Order No. **. I was assisted by the following people: Cynthia **, assisted me at the store when I first walked into the store on 9-Jan-2011. Rafael and George ** assisted me at the store when I went to the store again on 10-Jan-2011.
On 10-Jan, I purchased the sofa set by paying the full money for the set. The next day on 11-Jan, when I came in to pick up the sofa set, I found that 5 of the 12 pillows on the sofa set were missing. I was initially told that it is an “as is” set and it would be handed over the way it was when I purchased it. The store manager told me that the missing pieces might be stolen or sold to some one else and they are not sure on what happened. The manager suggested to me to cancel the sale if I was not satisfied.
After going to the store on 3 consecutive days, traveling 64 miles each day from my home in New Tampa, it’s really frustrating for me when the manager says I have to void the sale if I am not satisfied. I have spent $100 for renting the U-Haul and getting it to their store only to find parts of the actual sofa set I have purchased missing.
I talked to the general manager of the store, Thom **, and he told me that he would call me back to see if anything can be done to order the pillows, which were missing, and he even told me that he would talk to the sales person, Cynthia **, regarding this transaction and get more details and call me back. However, none of it happened. I called the store again to talk to Cynthia ** and she was not aware of any talk between me and the general manager, in fact, she was not aware of the whole mess at all. They had another sofa set on their floor with the same model and both the GM and the store manager refused to replace the missing parts with the on-floor model parts.
It was a disastrous experience for me as I had guests whom I had invited home thinking that the sofa set would be at my home, and it was a very embarrassing situation for both me and my wife to go through this situation. The sales consultants were telling me that sofa set never had pillows which I claimed existed. They put in a situation as though I was lying to them.
I lost $100 in renting a U-Haul to get to the store. I spent about $50 in travel costs for a deal, which was void. I spent more than 2 hours researching about the store and talking to store representatives on the phone, which is about $250 of me and my wife’s pay time.
Reviewed Jan. 7, 2011
In December 2007, we bought a sofa from Kanes Furniture. Once we brought it home, we realized the quality was not what we thought. So we exchanged for a more expensive leather living room set. We spent several hours in Kanes Furniture, making sure we were selective about our furniture, because this was for our new home and we wanted it to be just right.
Michael was our sales person and was very helpful and stayed until after closing that night, making sure we got everything we specified (we even put in a compliment for him). He convinced us that since we had spent a good amount of money on the set, we needed to cover it with a warranty. He told us that the warranty would cover everything--even if we stabbed it with a knife, it would be covered. Peace of mind. He also took us around the store and showed us several pieces that came back due to damage. So we bought the plan.
A couple of weeks later, our cat put some deep scratches in the couch (he was still adjusting to the new home). Then we called the warranty company and were told that it was not covered, because it was a scratch, not a tear. We argued with them for a while and then got tired and let it go.
Fast forward to November 2010, we noticed that the furniture was starting to bubble up. So we called the warranty company again. This time, they said they needed pictures. So I took pics of the couch and sent these to them. They said they were sending a tech out. The technician came out and said that he believed the sealant never adhered to the leather. He advised me that someone should be giving me a call shortly. I was thrilled, thinking we would have a new living room set in no time flat.
So 2 weeks went by, there was no response. I called them and they told me that they just received the report from the tech and to call back in a few days. I called this company everyday for almost a month. I got excuses like they were shorthanded, no one looked at it yet, and that several people were fired, so they were behind in the work.
It was the holidays. I have never seen a company that was so unprofessional. I looked this company up and found out that they are in California and have approximately 30 employees (according to Google). So finally, I spoke with the supervisor who told me that the claims rep would call me when she comes back. I called her and she then told me, "I have no idea why they just did not tell you your claim was denied. It is right here in the 'noted' because your furniture bubbled up before it tore." They told me there was no way they were going to cover our couch.
So we called Kanes and after speaking to several people, I got to Christine ** who told me she knew the owner of UvcMastergard and she would email him to see if there was anything that they could do. She told me it would be a day or so before he would respond and she would call me . She did not do so. After I called her a few times, she finally called my husband and told him that there was nothing they could do either. He asked for her supervisor and is now trying to get through to him; but if not, we will go to the newspaper, small claims court, or whatever we need to do.
In a month or two, there will be no more couch--it is peeling and tearing up over the complete surface I have never seen anything like this before in my life. I asked them to contact the manufacturer to see if they would stand behind their product, and she told me it is only a one-year warranty. She did not even try. This leads me to believe that either they manufacture this themselves or they knew they were selling junk from a company that does not stand behind their product.
We spent over $2000.00, and all we have is a pile of foam and wood that is covered by leather scraps. And Kanes response to us is basically... Oh well! They have their money, so why worry about the mess they left us with! I make it a point to tell everyone I can my experience with Kanes, to make sure no one has to experience what we have went through.
Reviewed Jan. 7, 2011
In May of 2008, my husband and I purchased a "leather" sofa, rocker/recliner chair and love seat. In August 2008, there was a problem with the back of the love seat. Kanes was supposed to order a part for it and it was to be delivered in September. I called Kanes in January of 2009 wondering about the part that was supposed to have been ordered. They said that it had been delivered to my house on December 24, 2008. I had not seen it and so they were going to order it again. I have not heard from them about it since.
I also had a problem with the footrest on the love seat. The "leather" was turning green and there was a big tear in the arm of the chair where the "leather" had split. The serviceman who came to my house said that the furniture was covered with "bonded leather". This was never pointed out when I purchased the furniture. If it had, I certainly would not have bought it because I wanted good leather furniture. I am very unhappy with Kanes and their nonexistent customer service. I do not hesitate to tell everyone about it. They have never offered to fix anything or make it good.
Kane's Furniture Company Information
- Company Name:
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- www.kanesfurniture.com
