Thread: Furnishing an empty apartment.

I need all appliances, air conditioners, possibly water heater and all furnishing.

How one goes about arrange all this.The main issue is buying the air conditioners and appliances somewhere and having them installed by the end of this month.

thanks

RK

Are you in PC, Coronado, David, Santiago? The answer will be different depending on where ou are.

Thank you for your reply Becky.I should have put in the location when I've asked the question.

The apt. I want to make habitable is in Panama City.

thanks

Rudy

I'll chime in here too - I'm looking to furnish a few bedrooms in my new Ancon rental.

I'm primarily interested in getting good quality mattresses for a decent price. I don't need fancy latex, 1500 coils, balabla. I just need a good firm mattress where I can't feel the darn springs.

Any ideas?

I have a few things for sale. Would you like to send me your e-mail and I will send you an attachment of what is for sale? Items include: Large patio cofee table, glass patio set with 6 chairs and large green umbrella (we use it at our pool), coffee table for the inside of house with 2 matching end tables, two other end tables wood and glass tops with iron legs, coat rack, nice living room chair, light brown, chest of drawers, kitchen stuff, plates, glasses, toaster oven, crock pot... ... and so on.

Also craig's list, there is a Panamanian website that is like craig's list here is the link. You can translate it with google translate a web page.
Clasificados de bienes raices y autos usados en Panama y Costa Rica

Also, the comunity center in Clayton at the pool has a board that lots of items are usually posted on.

Originally Posted by nuevomex

I need all appliances, air conditioners, possibly water heater and all furnishing.

How one goes about arrange all this.The main issue is buying the air conditioners and appliances somewhere and having them installed by the end of this month.

thanks

RK

I have had the best luck buying at Econo Pricos and Furniture City for the furniture. Panafoto for the appliances, A/C and hot water heater. Do-It-Center and Novey for misc items and linens.

Thanks Viewpoint. Good information.

Couple of questions--can you tell me generally where these stores are? I've seen Panafoto and believe it is in Bella Vista and believe there is a Do-It-Center at Multi Plaza Mall.

What do you think of Price Mart on Via Espania?

Originally Posted by BalaBeacher

Thanks Viewpoint. Good information.

Couple of questions--can you tell me generally where these stores are? I've seen Panafoto and believe it is in Bella Vista and believe there is a Do-It-Center at Multi Plaza Mall.

What do you think of Price Mart on Via Espania?

I usually shop at Panafoto on Calle 50 accross (Calle 50) from Banco General and Do-It-Center @ Multiplaza, Econo Pricos on Via Espana accross the street (Via Espana) from the new Caja Ahorros building and ask for the store manager Omaria (speaks english) you should be able to get your order discounted at least by the tax (7%) but not more. Panafoto will discount too on a large order. Price Smart is a good place to shop but they don't deliver large items but they can put you in touch with someone to deliver. Furniture prices seem a little high at Price Smart and appliance prices are not bad but selection is limited (one thing good about Price Spart is their guarantees on electronics). We are now buying energy efficent Panasonic packages, total inverter products including refrigerators, A/C's, microwave (all Panasonic) except washer & dryer and we buy Frigidaire for those appliances. Another good place for selection is ANCON store on Via Espana just past the old church although it's a bit price the selection is good. Tech House on Via Brazil (by Price Smart) is another good appliance place but you got to negoiate your prices there and insist on a discount. Their pricing is high and negoiating with them is difficult so we don't buy much there but we use them as a comparison. Reficenter or Cool Mart are good for A/C and there is one located on the back side of Price Smart by Super 99 but I prefer Panafoto unless it's a very large purchase as Panafoto has everything and the process with them is faster and more dependable (professional).

Great information. Thanks.

Originally Posted by Viewpoint

I usually shop at Panafoto on Calle 50 accross (Calle 50) from Banco General and Do-It-Center @ Multiplaza, Econo Pricos on Via Espana accross the street (Via Espana) from the new Caja Ahorros building and ask for the store manager Omaria (speaks english) you should be able to get your order discounted at least by the tax (7%) but not more. Panafoto will discount too on a large order. Price Smart is a good place to shop but they don't deliver large items but they can put you in touch with someone to deliver. Furniture prices seem a little high at Price Smart and appliance prices are not bad but selection is limited (one thing good about Price Spart is their guarantees on electronics). We are now buying energy efficent Panasonic packages, total inverter products including refrigerators, A/C's, microwave (all Panasonic) except washer & dryer and we buy Frigidaire for those appliances. Another good place for selection is ANCON store on Via Espana just past the old church although it's a bit price the selection is good. Tech House on Via Brazil (by Price Smart) is another good appliance place but you got to negoiate your prices there and insist on a discount. Their pricing is high and negoiating with them is difficult so we don't buy much there but we use them as a comparison. Reficenter or Cool Mart are good for A/C and there is one located on the back side of Price Smart by Super 99 but I prefer Panafoto unless it's a very large purchase as Panafoto has everything and the process with them is faster and more dependable (professional).

In general, do these stores have furniture in stock, or is there a waiting time on orders? If so, how long average?

If you contract some people for delivery on the side you can get the stuff same day normally. Econo Precio for example takes about 3-5 days on an average.

Originally Posted by janl

In general, do these stores have furniture in stock, or is there a waiting time on orders? If so, how long average?

Originally Posted by EdBowers

If you contract some people for delivery on the side you can get the stuff same day normally. Econo Precio for example takes about 3-5 days on an average.

Sounds good cheers!