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Procuring Fire Rated Doors for your Building Project in China
Fire-Rated Doors for Building Safety Fire-rated doors are specialized doors designed to withstand the spread of fire and smoke within a building. Thes...
The Benefits of Partnering with a Procurement Office in Guangzhou
About Us Guangzhou Sourcing is an internationally acclaimed procurement office located in Guangzhou, the capital city of Guangdong Province. Our multi...
Sourcing FCR/Concrete Furniture from China
Introduction In the ever-evolving world of interior and outdoor design, the integration of innovative materials has paved the way for extraordinary cr...
Sourcing Hotel Signage in China
Introduction Hotel signage plays a vital role in enhancing the overall guest experience and effectively communicating important information within a h...
Sourcing Cutlery and Tableware from China
Introduction As a global hub for manufacturing, China has become synonymous with high-quality and stylish dining essentials. According to Statista, in...
Sourcing Fiberglass Furniture from China
Introduction Fiberglass furniture has emerged as a popular choice in modern interior design, offering a winning combination of style, durability, and ...
Sourcing Acoustic Ceiling Clouds in China
Introduction Acoustic ceiling clouds are suspended panels or elements that are designed to enhance room acoustics by reducing unwanted sound reflectio...
Sourcing a bespoke Hotel Bar from China
Introduction In the dynamic realm of hospitality, creating a memorable guest experience is paramount. An exquisite bar can be the centerpiece that ele...
The difference between natural and engineered veneer
Introduction When it comes to enhancing the beauty of wood products, veneers play a crucial role. Veneer is a thin layer of wood that is used to cover...
Sourcing Stairways for Your Construction Project in China: Your Gateway to Quality and Affordability
When it comes to construction projects, our procurement company knows the paramount importance of finding reliable suppliers and manufacturers who can...
Melamine vs Laminate: What is the difference?
When it comes to choosing the right material for furniture or home decor, melamine and laminate are two popular options. Both of these materials are w...
Manufacturing Location Foshan: Furniture & Building Materials
Foshan, located in the Guangdong province of China, is renowned for its production of furniture and building materials. The city has a rich history of...
Tailor-made Louvers: How to Order Your Louvers in China
Louvers are an essential component of many buildings, helping to regulate airflow, provide privacy, and enhance the building’s appearance. If yo...
Manufacturing Bespoke Furniture for Hotel Projects in China
The hospitality industry is a booming sector, and hotels play a significant role in this growth. With more and more tourists visiting China every year...
Choosing the right hardware for your cabinetry
Cabinetry is an essential part of any home. It not only provides functional storage space, but also adds to the aesthetic appeal of a room. When it co...
Ordering Bathroom Partition in China: A Guide from A to Z
Bathroom partitions are an essential aspect of any public or commercial restroom. They offer privacy and comfort for users and improve the overall aes...
Sourcing shading products in China: Umbrellas, Canvases, Sunblinds, and Awnings
Shading products such as umbrellas, canvases, sunblinds, and awnings can be essential for controlling light and heat in a commercial setting. As the p...
Buying Tips for Choosing a Rooftop Tent
Rooftop tents have become increasingly popular among outdoor enthusiasts in recent years. These tents are mounted on the roof of a car or truck, provi...
The Difference Between PVB and SGP Laminated Glass
Laminated glass is a type of safety glass that is made by sandwiching a layer of polyvinyl butyral (PVB) or SentryGlas Plus (SGP) between two layers o...
Sourcing windows in China: Low-E glass and its advantages
Low-E (Low-Emissivity) glass is a type of energy-efficient glass that is coated with a thin layer of metal or metallic oxide. This coating helps cut d...
“COM” and “COL”: What Does it Mean in the Furniture Industry?
In the furniture industry, the terms "COM" and "COL" are acronyms used to refer to customers' own material and customers' own leather, respectively. W...
Grades of Timber Flooring
Wooden floors are a popular choice for many, and there are many a variety of timber flooring options to choose from. When selecting a grade of timber ...
Types and materials of skirting
Skirtings, part of our product category: Furniture, are the perfect finishing touches to any space, adding a decorative touch of class and style to th...
How to Procure a Custom Built-in Seat Booth – A Comprehensive Guide
Are you looking for ways to spruce up your restaurant, bar, café, or nightclub space? A custom built-in seat booth could be exactly what you’re...
What is compact laminate, and what is it used for?
All You Need to Know About Compact Laminate Compact laminate is an incredibly versatile material that has a wide variety of uses in both residential a...
The Difference Between CAL 117 and CAL 133 Fire Ratings
When you are choosing materials and external finishes for your commercial or industrial construction project, it is essential that you meet the minimu...
Choosing the Right Office Chair
Whether you work from home or commute to the office, finding a high-quality office chair can be vital to your overall productivity and comfort. You mi...
Why is Guangzhou the perfect place to go for sourcing hotel supplies
Hotels have become a symbol of luxury, comfort, and leisure. Today, interior design is redefining the hospitality industry in order to provide custome...
Factory due diligence in China
It’s no secret that China’s factories are going through a rough phase, especially with increasing raw material costs, supply chain bottlenecks, an...
Pros and Cons of Canton Fair – China’s Largest Trade Fair
China Import and Export Fair or Canton Fair is the largest and oldest trade fair in China. The fair has been organized in the autumn and spring season...
Production locations in Guangdong: Which kind of products are being made where?
The Guangdong province of China is among the most industrially developed regions in China. This coastal province is located in South China and has a p...
Sourcing Building Materials in China
Sourcing building materials from China can provide several benefits apart from reducing the cost of construction supplies. The country has one of the ...
An Overview of Materials for Outdoor Furniture
When looking for the best material for outdoor furniture, you might be looking for almost the same characteristics in the material as you will in mate...
Ceramic vs. Solid Surface Sanitary Ware
You might think your bathroom will go unnoticed as it is out of sight from other people, but that doesn’t mean it can be designed any way you want, ...
Quality Management in China: Quality Control and Quality Assurance
China has become the leading manufacturing powerhouse and sourcing destination for retailers and brands across the world. While the term ‘made in Ch...
Timber Flooring: Engineered Timber Flooring vs Solid Timber Flooring
Are you looking for the best material for the flooring of your hotel or restaurant? If you are, you might be considering going with timber flooring. W...
6 Best Gym Flooring Options for your Hotel Gym
Gym flooring is an essential part of a gyms. The gym floor is often the first thing guests see when they walk into the room and it should look good, t...
Difference Between Full Body and Glazed Tiles
Finding the right tiles for your home can be extremely difficult as there are a myriad of options available in the market to choose from. The right fl...
Carpet and rug materials: Which kind of rug should you order?
The choice of the rug or carpet material can make or break the look and feel of your living room or hotel guest room. A rug is expensive and very visu...
Why are quality inspections important when ordering in China?
While the price of a product is an important factor that can influence your target audience, the quality of the product is an equally important factor...
What countertop materials can you source in China?
Buying countertop material from China can be a great way to get the best material while saving some money. Whether you are in the kitchen countertops ...
6 Facts about Vinyl Flooring
Vinyl flooring is a resilient flooring which is made from plastic, PVC, rubber and other materials. It comes in rolls, sheets or tiles, and it is most...
Sourcing Wooden Bathtubs and Buckets in China
When it comes to adding a touch of luxury and sophistication to any bathroom, a wooden bathtub effortlessly steals the show. Whether it graces the opu...
Ordering Quartz Countertops in China
8 benefits of Ordering Quartz Countertops from China A kitchen countertop should be durable, easy to maintain, and attractive. While several types of ...
Buying Hospitality Flooring In China For Your Hotel Project
Find the perfect hospitality flooring for your project. We help you to get an overview what options are new and what you might need to consider....
SPC flooring vs. tiles – what is better?
In a building project, flooring is one of the most important decisions because it will determine the mood of the rooms in the building. Choosing the r...
Product Development 101: From Idea to Production
1. Define your product concept and features The product must be defined by the customer’s need. The features should not be based on what the busines...
What Are Anti-dumping Duties and Why Are They So Important?
What exactly are Anti-Dumping Duties? Anti-dumping duties are taxes imposed by the government on foreign manufacturers who export their products to th...
Shipping Prices
Understanding and comparing shipping rates We also help our clients to do bookings for FCL and LCL shipments. Even though shipping is not one of our c...
Ordering Vanity Units in China
Ordering vanity units In a previous article, we already discussed the topic of sourcing sanitary ware in China. But you can also go ahead and directly...
Case Study: Decorative Mirror
Design and manufacturing process For a hotel project we were requested to manufacture a decorative dry riser wall mirror with some art details, that a...
Buying Guestroom Leather Amenities in China
Most hotels like to present menus, flyers and other information in a set of leather amenities, that match the style of the hotel. Typical leather ware...
Buying Carpets for your Hotel in China
We help you to source carpet in China. For your home or hotel....
Ordering custom-made rugs in China
In this article we would like to give an overview of how to order rugs in China and what you should know before you want to order rugs. In our experie...
How LCL Shipping works
Often our clients are asking us if we can also ship less than a full container load. And also in our daily work we encounter the situation that we hav...
Hotel Art Work from China
Art work for your hotel can be a significant cost driver. We help our client to purchase art work for their projects in China, and to achieve great co...
Buying SPC Flooring in China
We procure SPC flooring in China, generating great cost savings for our clients....
Hospitality Procurement Solutions – how we work
For hospitality businesses we offer a one-stop procurement solution that involves all steps from pricing to final delivery at project site. We are abl...
Buying Theatre And Cinema Chairs In China
In the past years we had many inquires about theatre chairs for cinemas, and we also successfully delivered quite some orders. Theatres and cinemas ar...
What is FF&E Procurement?
FF&E stands for Furniture, Fixtures And Equipment. here we explain everything you need to know about FF&E procurement....
Board Types & Finishes For Furniture
When ordering furniture in China there is plenty of materials to choose from. We show the difference between MDF, HDF and plywood as well as the finis...
Ordering Custom-Made Lights and Lamps in China
On construction and hospitality projects we procure a wide range of light fittings and lamps for our clients. While we offer thousands of lights in ou...
Sourcing PVC Skirting, Crown Moulding or Panelling in China
On most building projects skirting and crown mouldings are required. PVC skirting and moulding is a great decorative material that has many advantages...
Sourcing Face Masks in China
The coronavirus made the procurement of PPE, medical equipment and especially face masks for many countries to an important task. Most of the personal...
Sourcing Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles in China
Tiles in general are a commonly used as wall and floor finishes in many buildings. In this blog post we will show the difference of tiles, how we can ...
Purchasing Resin Bathroom Accessories in China for your Hotel
Bathroom Accessories can be a real highlight in the hotel bathroom. Interior designers like to use bathroom accessories to create an accent with the h...
How Our Procurement Services For Hospitality Clients Works
Introduction At Guangzhou Sourcing, we take pride in offering comprehensive Strategic Sourcing and Procurement services tailored specifically for the ...
Buying Stainless Steel Handrails in China
We procure stainless steel handrails and balustrade systems in China for your building project....
Sourcing your Sanitary Ware in China: Quality, Efficiency, and Cost-effectiveness
Find the best Sanitary Ware in China and generate significant cost savings by sourcing your sanitary ware in China. ...
Bouncy Castles – Customer Case: Partyverleih Leipzig
One of our customers is Partyverleih Leipzig. The German company is a rental company for party equipment and bouncy castles. We could help the young G...
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