Good quality furniture, no problems with the actual items, although the "oak" floating shelves are just stained soft wood. The fittings that were meant to arrive with the items weren't. It's sinc... See more
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Having just moved to the area we took a trip out to the funky-chunky-furniture shop to go and see a few mantelpieces for our new multifuel stove install. When we got there, unfortunately the showro... See more
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We are super happy with the bed from Funky chunky. This is our first high quality furniture and it's safe to say it will last us a Lifetime. Please pay attention to their lead times our order was de... See more
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Very impressed! We asked Funky Chunky Furniture to supply us with our Baltic bedframe way ahead of the usual delivery timescales, and they did just that - and even faster! The oiled wood smells and lo... See more
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Company details
- Home Furniture Shop
- Fireplace Manufacturer
- Furniture Accessories
- Furniture maker
- Furniture Manufacturer
- Shelving Shop
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Funky Chunky Furniture is a UK-based furnituremaker and online retailer. We handcraft solid wood furniture, floating shelves and mantels in our very own workshop in the North East of England, just outside of Newcastle upon Tyne. Each piece is handmade, to order. So, if you order from our website, our craftsmen will make that especially for you. Sometimes that takes time, particularly when we're busy! You'll find all our handmade furniture, shelves and mantels on our website. We have a wide choice of styles, designs and colours to choose from. We also sell accessories that we've sourced from likeminded producers and suppliers. These have been carefully chosen by our team to complement our furniture and shelves, as well as fit with current interior trends and styles. If you want to find out more, visit our website, or contact our customer services team who will be only to happy to help you. Please be aware that during busy times it make take us longer than we'd like to get back to your enquiries.
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Funky Chunky Furniture LTD, Unit 10, Rolling Mill Road, NE32 3DP, Jarrow-On-Tyne South Tyneside United Kingdom, United Kingdom
- info@funky-chunky-furniture.co.uk
- www.funky-chunky-furniture.co.uk
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I ordered a mantel shelf
I ordered a mantel shelf, very good quality piece of wood , perfect colour really thrilled with the result.
Great efficient service and well packaged
30 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear you're pleased with the quality, colour and ease of installation of your mantel shelf. It's also great to know you found our delivery updates helpful throughout the process.
We really appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Kind Regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Purchased a mantlepiece shelf
Purchased a mantlepiece shelf - very good quality wood and colour. Easy to install. Up to date emails for delivery. Definitely recommend and use again for other products.
3 July 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear you're pleased with the quality and colour of your mantel shelf, and that you found it easy to install. It's also wonderful to know our delivery updates kept you informed throughout the process.
Thank you for your recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you back when you're ready for your next project!
Kind Regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Great Customer Service
I was given a floating beam by a friend that was made by this company. The beam was exactly what I’d wanted to go above my fireplace. It was beautiful oak and very heavy and well made. Alas my friend didn’t have the original fixings but I managed to obtain these no problem at all from The Funky Chunky Furniture Company and they were despatched to me incredibly quickly. All excellent.
5 July 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Hi Evelyn,
Thank you for your lovely review.
We're happy to hear that the floating beam was exactly what you were looking for and that you were impressed by the quality and craftsmanship of the oak. It's especially rewarding to know that the beam has found a new home above your fireplace.
We're so pleased we could quickly supply the fixings to help complete the installation, and look forward to helping with your next project.
Many thanks
Lee
The Funky Chunky Furniture Team
Fabulous handmade product
We have recently bought a mantle from Funkychunjyfurniture. I can’t recommend this company enough. The product is perfect for the space, it’s a beautiful piece of wood that was handmade for me.
Considering the cut to order ,it arrived very quickly.
The delivery service was very good and it was well packed.
2 July 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Hi Kerry,
Thank you for your wonderful review.
We're delighted to hear that you're so pleased with your handmade mantel and that it fits your space perfectly.
Our team takes great pride in crafting each piece to order, so it's fantastic to know the quality and craftsmanship met your expectations.
We're also pleased that your order arrived quickly and that you were happy with both the delivery service and packaging.
Thank you for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture and for your recommendation. We hope you enjoy your mantel for many years to come.
Thanks again
Lee
The Funky Chunky Furniture Team
Beautiful solid oak shelving
Beautiful solid oak shelving! I’m so impressed with the quality of the wood and how it looks in my alcove. So much better than a standard bookcase, as it makes brilliant use of the space.
I ordered five 19x4cm floating shelves and they arrived well-wrapped and protected. Unfortunately, the bolts were missing from one of the parcels, but my husband drove to the Jarrow warehouse (luckily we live nearby) and they were hugely apologetic, providing a box of bolts immediately.
The pre-drilled holes made installation quite straightforward and we watched the help video first, to make sure we got it right first time.
I then used a natural oak stain on the shelves and gave them two coats.
We finished the look with COB strip lighting to provide a warm glow in the recesses.
Overall, I was so impressed, I immediately made another purchase for the kitchen. Since then, I’ve ordered more for another alcove!
Highly recommend these oak shelves for affordable quality.
3 July 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Hi Susan,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review.
We're delighted to hear how pleased you are with your shelves and that they've helped you make the most of your alcove space. It sounds like you've created a fantastic feature with the lighting, and we're thrilled that the finished result has inspired you to order more for other areas of your home.
We're sorry that the bolts were missing from part of your order, but we're pleased our team at Jarrow was able to resolve this quickly for you.
Thank you for highlighting the quality of our oak, packaging and installation guidance. We truly appreciate your continued custom and recommendation, and we look forward to helping with your future projects.
Thanks
Lee
The Funky Chunky Furniture Team
This is the third time we have ordered…
This is the third time we have ordered as moved to a new home. The shelf selection and quality is superb and the packaging to protect corners etc is excellent. Now are shelves are up I can see them elsewhere in the house so will be ordering again!!! :-)
25 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Hi Ian,
Thank you for your continued support and for choosing us again in your new home.
We're delighted to hear that you're pleased with the quality of your shelves and the care taken with the packaging. It's especially rewarding to know that, now they're in place, you're already spotting new locations for future shelves!
We really appreciate your custom and look forward to helping with your next project.
Thanks
Lee
The Funky Chunky Furniture Team
Beautiful floating shelf
I am very impressed with my floating shelf. It is a beautiful high quality product. Attaching it to the wall was quite tricky due to the weight of then shelf but the fixing are holding it nicely on the wall. I would definitely recommend this company to a friend. I had no problems with the delivery of the product and was kept up to date with the progress.
19 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Hi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you're so pleased with your floating shelf and that you're happy with its quality.
We're also glad everything arrived smoothly and that you felt well informed throughout the delivery process. Thank you for your recommendation, it really means a lot to us.
Kind Regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Quality is second to none
Quality is second to none. I receieved the solid oak mantle, shelf and the rustic shelf.
All products were incrdedible qaulity and the texture in the wood is just beautiful.
In feedback to the timescale, i expected a little longer than your "standard" 2-5 business days because its handmade! This takes time so for me, the 10 days or so taken for the product to arrive is exactly what i would expect.
Already got my second order in the basket.
Thank you for helping to make my house so homely!
24 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're absolutely delighted to hear how pleased you are with your solid oak mantel and shelves. It's wonderful to know you love the quality and the beautiful natural character of the timber.
We also really appreciate your understanding regarding our lead times. As every piece is handmade to order, it can sometimes take a little longer, and we're so pleased you felt the wait was worthwhile.
The biggest compliment of all is hearing that you've already got your second order in your basket. Thank you for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture to help make your house feel like home. We can't wait to make your next order for you!
Kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Stunning looking mantle beam
Website was great and easy to find the mantle beam I was looking for. It was easy to choose the exact dimensions I needed. Beam was delivered within the time frame stated and looks much better than I had imagined, couple of knots and the grain throughout gave the item alot of character and looks great now mounted. First class and couldn't be happier ordering from here.
24 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you found our website easy to use and were able to order a mantel in exactly the size you needed.
It's wonderful to know the beam exceeded your expectations, and that the natural knots and grain gave it the character you were looking for. We're so pleased to hear it's now mounted and looking great in your home.
Thank you for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture and for your recommendation. We hope you enjoy your mantel for many years to come.
Kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Beautiful, solid TV unit
I was looking for a TV unit to match other items of furniture and wanted something a bit more bespoke and not just off the shelf. With Funky Chunky Furniture I found exactly what I was looking for, a beautifully made unit, built to last and timeless in style.
Delivery was within the time specified and correspondence with customer service was easy and painless.
I am over the moon with my piece and am sure that it won't be the last thing I buy from this company now that I have discovered them.
11 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review.
We're delighted to hear that you found exactly what you were looking for and that your new TV unit complements your existing furniture so well. Knowing that you appreciate the craftsmanship, quality and timeless design means a great deal to us.
It's also wonderful to hear that your experience with our customer service team was smooth and that your order arrived within the expected timeframe.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience. We hope you enjoy your TV unit for many years to come, and we look forward to welcoming you back when you're ready for your next piece.
Kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
I have experienced excellent customer…
I have experienced excellent customer after sales service, this is rare these days. Prompt replies to emails. I had a small issue with my beautiful item which was resolved quickly no fuss. To add to this the item I received was beautifully made. A bit of a wait for the product but this is because it's 'made to order' so to be expected. Would recommend, price also reasonable.
25 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.
We're delighted to hear that you were pleased with both your furniture and the after-sales service you received. We know that waiting for a made-to-order item requires patience, so we're really pleased you felt it was worth the wait.
It's especially lovely to hear that your issue was resolved quickly and that you found our team responsive and easy to deal with. Providing great customer service is something we pride ourselves on, so your feedback means a great deal to us.
Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience and for recommending us. We hope you enjoy your beautiful furniture for many years to come.
Kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Disappointing product quality and poor after-sales support
I purchased one of the oak beams and was extremely disappointed by both the product quality and the response when I raised concerns.
Within a very short period after delivery, the beam developed a substantial split running through the timber. This was not a small cosmetic crack or surface checking. The split opened enough that there was a visible gap through the beam, extending from the top face down the front and continuing along the length of the timber. In places the crack was wide enough to clearly see through. I wish I could post photos as part of this review as I can't describe in a way that does this justice.
I contacted the company expecting this would be treated as a fault. Instead, I was told the split was within their "expected tolerances" for air-dried oak and that it did not affect structural integrity.
While I appreciate that natural timber can contain knots, character marks and minor movement, I do not believe most customers would expect a decorative beam to develop a deep open split of this size shortly after purchase, or ever, without the help of an axe.
The company did offer a refund, but only if I paid to return the beam myself. Given that these beams are extremely heavy, the return cost is significant. This leaves customers in the position of either absorbing the return costs or keeping a product they are unhappy with.
My biggest frustration is not that timber can move—it's that a beam can develop such a substantial split and still not be considered defective by the seller. Had I known this level of splitting would be regarded as acceptable, I would have purchased elsewhere.
If you are looking for a company that honour substantial deviances from reasonable customer expectation of quality, I would run for the hills on this one.
8 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
We're sorry to hear that you remain disappointed with both the product and our response.
As we explained during our correspondence, the beam was manufactured from solid air-dried oak, a natural material that will continue to move, dry and develop character as it acclimatises to its environment. This can include splits, checks, cracks and other rustic features, some of which can be more pronounced than others. Based on the photographs provided, we did not consider the movement shown to be outside of our advertised expectations or indicative of a manufacturing fault.
We appreciate that your personal expectations differed from our product specification, but we were transparent throughout in explaining why the beam had behaved as it had and why we did not classify it as defective.
We also offered you the opportunity to return the beam for a refund. As this was not being treated as a faulty return, the return carriage costs remained the responsibility of the customer, in line with our published returns policy.
Whilst we appreciate that natural oak furniture is not suitable for everyone, thousands of customers specifically choose our products because of the unique character, movement and individuality that solid timber develops over time.
We're sorry that on this occasion the product did not meet your expectations.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Ease of ordering to delivery great…
Ease of ordering to delivery great service
The shelf i ordered was really good and easy to install
4 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you found the whole process, from ordering through to delivery, straightforward and hassle-free.
It's also great to know that you're pleased with the shelf and found it easy to install. We put a lot of care into creating products that not only look great but are simple to fit and enjoy.
Thank you again for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture. We really appreciate your support and hope to welcome you back in the future.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Poor Service
This company has no 'person' that you may speak with, even for pre-sales questions! Only chat bots and web based contact forms with the following response.
Quote:
Dear ,
Thank you for getting in touch with us – your enquiry has been handed over by our virtual assistant.
Our customer service team is available to assist you between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
Please note the following regarding our response times:
- Response Time: We aim to respond within 1-2 working days.
- One Email Per Enquiry: To help us respond efficiently, please avoid sending multiple emails about the same issue. Additional emails may push your enquiry further down the queue and lead to delays in our response.
We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we’re committed to providing you with the best possible support.
Best regards,
The Funky Chunky Furniture Customer Service Team
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In addition offered a discount code if I subscribed but this was not valid when I attempted to order!
Poor service, and I didn't even get to the point of ordering!! I don't recommend them.
22 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Hi,
We're sorry to hear that this was your impression of our service.
Whilst we do use a virtual assistant to help direct enquiries to the correct team, we do have a dedicated customer service team who personally respond to all enquiries received. The automated message you received is simply an acknowledgement to let customers know that their enquiry has been received and passed to a member of staff for review.
With regard to the discount code, we're sorry to hear you experienced difficulties applying it. Had you contacted our team at info@funky-chunky-furniture.co.uk, we would have been more than happy to investigate the issue and assist you.
We're disappointed that we didn't have the opportunity to help resolve your concerns before you decided not to proceed with your order, but we do appreciate your feedback.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Fast delivery and a lovely piece of…
Fast delivery and a lovely piece of furniture it’s transformed our room . We can’t recommend enough also very cheap for the quality.
19 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you're so pleased with your furniture and that it's helped transform your room. There's nothing better than knowing a piece has made such a positive difference to a space.
It's also wonderful to hear that you were happy with both the delivery and the value for money. We work hard to create high-quality, handcrafted furniture at fair prices, so your comments mean a great deal to us.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
I’m really pleased with my chunky…
I’m really pleased with my chunky wooden floating shelves. The quality is excellent, they are sturdy and well made, and they look fantastic in my home. They’ve completely transformed the space and give it a beautiful, stylish finish.
Customer service was also great, very helpful, responsive, and quick to resolve any questions I had. Overall, I’m extremely happy with my purchase and would highly recommend Chunky Funky Wooden Shelves to anyone looking for high-quality shelving.
4 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you're so pleased with your floating shelves. It's wonderful to know that you're happy with the quality, strength and craftsmanship, and that they've helped transform your space exactly as you'd hoped.
We're also really pleased to hear that you had a positive experience with our customer service team. Providing helpful, responsive support is something we take great pride in, so your kind words mean a lot to us.
Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture. We hope you enjoy your shelves for many years to come.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
I have bought several selves from them…
I have bought several selves from them and they are all of excellent quality - also the experience and the delivery has been amazing.
16 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you've purchased several shelves from us and that you've been pleased with both the quality of the products and the overall experience.
It's especially lovely to hear that the delivery and service have met your expectations. We work hard to ensure our customers receive both beautiful furniture and excellent customer care, so feedback like this means a great deal to the team.
Thank you again for your continued support, and we look forward to helping you with any future projects.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Great Quality and Business
Love my table you can tell it’s made very well and of good quality, lead time was accurate and there was good communication about the lead time and delivery process overall very happy and will consider for future orders. They also sent me information for caring for my furniture which was really appreciated :)
8 June 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you're so pleased with your table and that the quality and craftsmanship met your expectations. It's great to know that the lead time was accurate and that you found the communication throughout the process helpful and informative.
We're also pleased that the furniture care information was useful. We want our customers to enjoy their furniture for many years to come, so it's lovely to hear that this was appreciated.
Thank you for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture. We really appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again with any future projects.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
Bought a mantle shelf and it looks…
Bought a mantle shelf and it looks stunning lovely piece of timber. Great efficient service and delivery pleasure to do business with
8 June 2026
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Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Thank you for your wonderful 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you're pleased with your mantel shelf and that you're enjoying the character and beauty of the timber. It's also fantastic to know that you found both the service and delivery efficient.
Thank you for choosing Funky Chunky Furniture. We really appreciate your kind words and your custom, and we hope to be able to help you again in the future.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
I wouldn’t order from here
I wouldn’t order from here, they sent 2 shelves that were completely different colours and one was damp and mouldy, refused to replace or refund so I would avoid, £100 down the drain!!
Said it was our fault for not opening the package as soon as it arrived, yet they don’t advertise that clearly, 1 line at the bottom of an email in delivery notes or a piece of paper already wrapped within the shelves is not well advertised! And as it was only one shelf that was mouldy it was clear it’s been packaged while it was wet, so disappointed as was really excited to put these up in the kitchen! Very poor customer service
12 June 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Funky Chunky Furniture
Hi,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We're sorry to hear that you're disappointed with your experience.
As discussed during our correspondence, we do provide instructions advising customers to remove timber products from their packaging upon arrival to allow the wood to breathe and to inspect the items. This information is provided through multiple channels, including our website, order documentation and packaging.
Following our investigation, we did not find evidence that the issue was present prior to dispatch, and therefore our position remains unchanged.
We appreciate that this was not the outcome you were hoping for, and we're sorry that you remain dissatisfied.
kind regards,
Funky Chunky Furniture
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