"How long will this last" is rarely answered honestly in furniture marketing, where every product is implied to last forever.
A Realistic Range
Budget furniture with particleboard cores typically holds up three to seven years under regular use. Solid wood pieces built with real joinery, like the Kosho Bench, can realistically last decades with basic care.
What Determines the Difference
Material and joinery matter more than brand or price alone. A solid wood piece with poor joinery can underperform a modest piece with excellent construction.
The Honest Verdict
Ask what a piece is made of and how it's joined before asking how long it lasts, those two answers predict lifespan far better than the price tag does.
