The Difference
We care more. Here's how.
We coordinate the entire chain — sourcing, freight, customs, delivery, and warranty registration on every piece. Here's how that compares, line by line.
DAF vs. IKEA
Flat-pack retail model — you handle assembly and logistics
What matters
DAF
IKEA
Sourcing
Curated supplier network, every piece from a verified catalog record
Self-serve from a large own-brand catalog
Delivery
Coordinated freight, customs, and last-mile — you never organize shipping
Delivery available; freight items may require coordination
Assembly
Installation coordinated through vetted local partners, billed at cost, where a partner is available
Most items require self-assembly; assembly services available for some
Pricing
Landed estimate + 20% of Aggregate Landed Cost — every line itemized on your plan
Sticker price + delivery + assembly + your time
Quality
Materials and construction recorded from vendor data, nothing inferred
A large share of the range uses engineered wood; verify before you buy
After sale
Supplier pass-through warranty on every piece, registered by DAF, plus a named contact for the life of the piece
365-day return window for most items
Project support
One brief, one plan, one contract — the whole project coordinated
Room coordination is typically the customer's job
Comparisons are based on publicly available information as of October 2026. Retailer policies change — verify current terms on each retailer's website.