Business Details
Premium Indian Furniture in East Sussex
We are an independent retailer of fine Indian furnishings with a genuine passion for Indian furniture rooted in our two-decade-long love affair with the region. Our 20-year partnership with skilled artisans in Rajasthan ensures access to authentic, handcrafted pieces that showcase India's rich heritage. We specialise in rare Indian craftsmanship traditions like bone inlay, mother of pearl inlay, and hand-painted furniture, maintaining strict ethical standards through personal supplier relationships.Our commitment to quality is matched by our customer-centric approach, offering bespoke sizing without additional charges and maintaining a UK showroom for direct engagement. With multiple international shipping options and a 7-day no-quibble returns policy, we combine traditional artistry with modern service standards.
Services
Bone Inlay Furniture
Mother of Pearl Inlay
Painted Wood Furniture
White Metal Furniture
Bespoke Orders
International Shipping
UK Showroom
Quality Control
Returns Policy
Custom Dimensions
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years of specialist expertise in Indian furniture craftsmanship
- Our personal relationships with Rajasthan artisans ensure ethical production standards
- Bespoke sizing available without premium charges across all product lines
- UK quality control with showroom appointments in Eastbourne
- Secure international shipping with 'drop test standard' packaging
What people say
Exquisite craftsmanship
Ethically sourced materials
Unique designs
Excellent customer service
Perfect bespoke dimensions
Services
Bone Inlay Furniture
Handcrafted furniture featuring intricate camel bone patterns set in resin backgrounds. Each piece combines traditional Rajasthani techniques with modern designs. Available in geometric and floral motifs across tables, cabinets, and mirrors.
Mother of Pearl Inlay
Luxurious furniture adorned with iridescent mother of pearl patterns. Artisans create detailed geometric and floral arrangements on wooden surfaces. Available in chests, wardrobes, and decorative panels.
Bespoke Orders
Made-to-measure furniture service across all product lines. Customers specify dimensions, colours and patterns. No additional charges for custom sizing available for all items.
White Metal Furniture
Handcrafted wood furniture with nickel alloy plating. Features embossed patterns inspired by traditional Indian designs. Includes sideboards, coffee tables, and storage units with polished or textured finishes.
Painted Wood Furniture
Hand-painted furniture with traditional Indian motifs including vines, birds, and geometric patterns. Available in vibrant or subtle colour palettes. Features wardrobes, sideboards, and storage chests.
Questions
Do you offer a returns policy?
We provide a 7-day no-quibble returns policy for UK customers. Items must be returned in original condition for full refund or credit note.
Can I order custom-sized furniture?
Yes, our bespoke service offers made-to-measure furniture across all product lines without additional charges for custom dimensions.
How are shipments protected?
All items use pallet delivery with 'drop test standard' packaging. We provide tracking numbers and allow customers to book delivery slots.
Is the bone inlay ethical?
Yes, we use camel bone harvested exclusively from naturally deceased animals. Regular workshops visits ensure ethical practices throughout our supply chain.
How should I clean inlay furniture?
Use soft, lint-free cloths with warm water. Avoid chemicals and abrasive materials. Consider protective glass covers for high-use surfaces.
Do you have a physical showroom?
Yes, our Eastbourne showroom (by appointment) displays our full furniture range. We also attend UK design exhibitions throughout the year.
Reviews (3)
Fariba S.
Jul 21, 2019
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Do not buy from them. I bought a chest drawer and it took over six months to be delivered. It arrived with a broken leg and infested with bugs. The wood was rotten deteriorated because of the wood-eating worms! I had paid over 1700 for it and they told me to use wood glue for the legs and there is nothing they can do for the worms!!! Please spend your money elsewhere!
Joe W.
Jan 11, 2019
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Best I can say about Iris Furnishing is that their business is a lot bigger than their capacity to manage it and their customers. Everything that should be simple is not; they are almost never proactive, almost never volunteer anything. If an order is running months late you have to contact them. They are a bit like the boy who cried wolf because there is always a new sob story and I'm not heartless, I do have sympathy for them... but they're running a business and it's their job to deal with these things. If they promise a delivery on a certain day they should meet that commitment
Georgia A.
May 01, 2010
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I'd never really noticed this furniture shop on Gloucester road before, it's a little bit out of the way, and is only open Wednesday to Sunday. When I went in though I was really struck by the stuff they have; they stock handmade furniture that they import from Rajasthan. The majority of their furniture is inlaid with camel bone or mother of pearl into coloured resin, in intricate floral patterns. It's beautiful, and really distinctive. Unfortunately it's also pretty pricey, at 900 for a chest of drawers, 200 for a small bedside table. They also sell more familiar looking
