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"Portland Office Furniture Dealer" recommendations

2010-01-07T22:34:00.000-08:00

VP of Sales/Co-Owner at Absolute Office of Oregon

“John is extremely accommodating and wonderful to work with. He streamlines the process and makes it easy to help our clients with any furniture needs they may have. His prices are incredible and always beats the competition. I would recommend him to anyone needing furniture whether it be cubicles, high end lobby furniture or affordable office desks, etc.”
Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , Expert

Kim Dorros hired John as a Office Furniture - Rent or Buy in 2009 , and hired John more than once
“John provides what is so rare these days - good personal customer service and the commitment to do what it takes to get the job done. In the furniture industry, it's important to have someone who is as dedicated, knowledgeable and committed to providing good customer service. Unlike so many larger companies where a client can get lost in the crowd, the close personal attention you will get from John is unrivaled. He is a rare find and if you are lucky enough to work with John, you will not be disappointed!”

Lorie Taylor , Principal/Designer , Corner Office Design, Inc. was a consultant or contractor to John at Absolute Office of Oregon
“John was great to work with. He followed through with everything he said and communicates well. He made sure all our furniture was adequate after the setup. I would highly recommend him.”
Top qualities: Personable , On Time , High Integrity

Rick Castle hired John in 2009
“John flat out delivers outstanding customer service! He goes far beyond what anyone would expect, especially in an industry dominated by big box retailers that have forgotten what customer service is all about. John helps find creative solutions and consistently keeps his clients needs at the forefront. I would highly recommend John!”
Top qualities: Great Results , Expert , High Integrity

Tim Hattan hired John as a Office Furniture in 2009
“If your office flow is not working for you then John Dean is the answer! He helped Legacy Realty Co.com when new desks were needed. He not only helped with the design but installed it!! He is knowledgeable and carries the widest selection of office furniture and accessories imaginable and he provides the very best solutions, delivers on time and his customer follow-up is unmatched! If you and your staff are sitting on top of each other, if filing cabinets have taken over valuable space....give John a call...he can help!!”
Top qualities: Great Results , Expert , Creative

Jean Hogan hired John as a Office Consultant in 2008
“One thing I especially like about John Dean is that he shares with me the same passion for providing great customer service. His vast inventory of office furniture choices is only one benefit that his customers gain against his competition. He provides a wealth of information and real SOLUTIONS for his clients. Whether you need to upgrade your personal home office or your entire company needs outfitting, he works hard to satisfy your needs. Take a look at his eco friendly and ergonomic office furniture solutions! I've proudly recommended John Dean in my own personal network and people have thanked me for it.”

Melody Stromquist , Marketing Consultant , PRstore was a consultant or contractor to John at Absolute Office of Oregon
“I worked with John during my time as a Purchasing Agent for 1800Contacts. John provided a tremendous service to our Corporate Office and Call Center furniture purchases including extensive planning and layout. He brought professionalism into every meeting and saw every project to completion.”
Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , High Integrity

Josh Stanley hired John as a Business Consultant in 2006
“John is a tireless, detail oriented manager, who worked as our installation/service partner for numerous projects large and small. His commitment to customer service and timely response to any issue provided our service division unprecedented growth. He was always able to satisfy the most difficult project challenges. Trust John with any project and let him handle the details; delivered on-time, guaranteed.”
Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , High Integrity

John Shinners hired John as a Installation and warehouse services in 2000
“Works well with customers and treated his employees as his customers.”

Laron Selfridge , Warehouse Manager , Source One Installations L.L.C. reported to John at Source One Installations
Operation/Installation Manager at Howells Furniture for Business
“Although my needs were small, John listened to my request, researched various options, and contacted me immediately with his recommendations. He is professional, personable, and thorough in his work. I highly recommend John to those in need of furniture!”
Top qualities: Personable , Expert , High Integrity

Julie Glass, ND hired John as a Business Consultant in 2009
“John was knowledgeable about the products and was able to help me find the office furniture that best suited my needs. He is great to work with. Extremely friendly, professional, and honest.”
Top qualities: Expert , Good Value , High Integrity

“I was an owner of a commercial services company. One of our large Nashville clients needed support of their operations in Utah. I contracted with John Dean to manage our clients locations in Utah. John is an outstanding businessman. Customer success, on time & in budget, and delivering value are what drive him and his relationships with his clients.” November 17, 2009
Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , High Integrity
Ken Chatfield hired John as a Commercial Services

Dan Clyne recommends:
“John Dean has always been a valued colleague for his qualified interest in the work he performs on behalf of the customers and projects he is involved with. Having known and worked with John for over 18 years, his attention to detail has always been most impressive. His tireless approach is always customer first and he will never compromise that ideal. I highly recommend John Dean for his integrity as a friend and as a businessman.”
“John follows up during the whole process of any project. I would highly recommend John for any project from the sales side all the way to the end of the installation. He is AAA+”
Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , High Integrity

Mayline Office Furniture, a great option.

2010-01-07T15:30:00.000-08:00

For those of you who don't know, Mayline is one of the most reputable office furniture brands on the market. If you are looking to purchase quality furniture for your workspace without breaking the budget. Look no further than Mayline.Mayline provides everything from desks, conference tables, chairs, and drafting tables. All at competitive prices. Our company uses it as well. We trust the Mayline brand for these reasons; quality products, discount prices, and excellent customer service. Mayline was established in 1939 as the Engineering Supply Company. Believe it or not they actually invented the straight edge! The company started off providing navigational and mapping accessories to the military. Since the early days, Mayline has moved to the head of office ergonomics. To this day they provide one of the largest office furniture offering in the world. Not only has Mayline stood the test of time they have paved the way for company divisions such as:Tiffany Industries - In 1924, Tiffany Industries invented the typewriter stand, which is still sold today. The first mid-market, modular workstation of its kind was introduced by Tiffany Industries in 1979 and helped people evolve along with their work environments. Tiffany Industries has had the longest running "Lifetime Guarantee" in the industry since 1926 ! Today, Tiffany product solutions now include MODULAR WORKSTATIONS, TRAINING AND MEETING ROOM TABLES, as well as MOBILE PERSONAL COMPUTER STATIONS for small and home offices.Kwik File - Founded in 1965, Kwik-File had humble beginnings with an owner who was primarily a regional dealer of office products, but with a unique idea for steel office organizers for desktop and flipper-door hutches. After manufacturing these products regionally for awhile, word spread quickly and it wasn't long before dealers in other parts of the country were demanding access to the unique features and space-saving benefits they provided. For the next twenty years, Kwik-File's product lines and market presence expanded dramatically, owing their success to being able to organize "paper flow" in the office more efficiently. Expertise in forms and literature storage led to mail sorting cabinets and eventually Kwik-File secured the dominant position in the marketplace for mailroom furniture. Today, MAILFLOW SYSTEMS, FORMS AND LITERATURE STORAGE, space-saving END-TABLE FILING CABINETS, and STACKABLE SHELVING, are just a few of the many products available from Kwik-File designed to improve information processing, storage and retrieval.Lastly, the newest and fastest growing division, Mayline Network Products, has spent the last five years providing security and organization to all types of networking environments. There strategy is to avoid the "one-size-fits-all" approach, which rarely helps customers achieve the proper solutions to their needs. Instead, Mayline Network Products always provides its clients with a "good-better-best" approach in order to meet the requirements and budgets established for any project. The Mayline Network products line offers a complete line of OPEN PLAN RACKING SYSTEMS and DATA CABINETS in a variety of aesthetics, configurations and in every price range. Mayline also provides a quality warranty for all there products. The customer support team at Mayline is always available to help with your needs or concerns. Most products ship within 1 week of your order. With these benefits its no wonder why Mayline is so respected by office furniture dealers around the world. In today's world it's easy to buy furniture from a company that does not provide half of these benefits. When deciding on your next office furniture purchase I highly recommend using Mayline. Companies are proud to offer the entire Mayline product line. They stand behind there products and will be happy to answer any questions you may have in regards to there product offering.

Is That "Ergonomic Chair" Really Ergonomic?

2010-01-01T13:51:00.000-08:00

Not everybody knows exactly what ergonomic means, but it's getting to the point where everybody knows an "ergonomic chair" is better than just some plain old chair. Thus even Joe Newbie is more likely to buy the ergonomic chair than the chair that is not advertised as ergonomic.
The problem is stores and manufacturers are starting to put the word ergonomic in front of every chair they sell, whether it has anything to do with ergonomics or not. There is more to ergonomics than a little added cushioning in the seat.
So, What Is an Ergonomic Chair?
Ergonomics is the study of equipment designed with humans in mind, meant to reduce operator fatigue and discomfort. Specifically, an ergonomic chair should be highly adjustable, including not just a knob for lowering and raising the chair but adjustability in the back tilt and the height of the arm rests. An ergonomic chair should also have a sturdy frame, a great deal of support, especially in the lumbar region, and padding that has some give and supports your body without losing shape.
Real ergonomic chairs cost hundreds of dollars. Look for manufacturers that specialize in ergonomics and are known for producing quality chairs. Examples are Neutral Posture Chairs and HON Chairs. Avoid gimmicky chairs (such as kneeling chairs and ball chairs) unless you have actually had the opportunity to try one and feel it's a good fit for your body. Remember, the chair that is comfortable when you first sit in it may not remain so after several hours.
Why and When Should You Consider Buying an Ergonomic Chair?
An ergonomic chair promotes good posture, reduces the fatigue that comes with sitting in one position for a protracted period of time.
Anybody who spends more than an hour a day at the computer should consider buying a good ergonomic chair. If you work 8 hours a day or more at the computer, you should definitely have a good ergonomic chair

You Have Options to Office Furniture Rentals in Portland

2010-01-01T10:48:00.000-08:00

Chairs, desks, files,are available to rent or rent to own. Absolute Office of Oregon has what you need. We have hundreds of items in stock at our wholesale warehouse. Chair lines including HON Chairs, Trendway Chairs, Officestar Chairs, Neutral Posture Chairs, Izzy Chairs, Global Chairs...We offer many lines of Desks including HON which have Attune Laminate Desk Series, Announce Veneer Desk Series, and the popular 10500 Desk Series. Trendway has a great Laminate Desk Line called Intrinsic. On a tight budget we can bring in Alera Desks and Network Desks.
I’m frequently asked “So who rents”? I’ve heard this question so often at networking events, that I’ve developed a simple one statement answer; “The same type of individual who leases a car rather than buying one! Furniture rental is an attractive alternative to investing cash in a furniture purchase, especially when your requirement is short term. New starts up firms usually have limited financial resources to devote to the business, they want to maximize their investment options, look closely at rental versus purchase as a solution.
Contact John at
john@absoluteofficeoforegon.com or call @ 503.747.0733 to set up a FREE one hour consultation.

"Advantage Office Suites" recommandation!

2009-12-21T16:53:00.000-08:00

“John is extremely accommodating and wonderful to work with. He streamlines the process and makes it easy to help our clients with any furniture needs they may have. His prices are incredible and always beats the competition. I would recommend him to anyone needing furniture whether it be cubicles, high end lobby furniture or affordable office desks, etc.” December 21, 2009

Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , Expert

Kim Dorros
hired John as a Office Furniture - Rent or Buy in 2009 , and hired John more than once.

Office Furniture Dealer Recommendation

2009-12-21T16:49:00.000-08:00

“John flat out delivers outstanding customer service! He goes far beyond what anyone would expect, especially in an industry dominated by big box retailers that have forgotten what customer service is all about. John helps find creative solutions and consistently keeps his clients needs at the forefront. I would highly recommend John!” November 12, 2009

Top qualities: Great Results , Expert , High Integrity

Tim Hattan
hired John as a Office Furniture and Supplies in 2009

Corner Office Design recommendation!

2009-12-21T16:47:00.000-08:00

“John provides what is so rare these days - good personal customer service and the commitment to do what it takes to get the job done. In the furniture industry, it's important to have someone who is as dedicated, knowledgeable and committed to providing good customer service. Unlike so many larger companies where a client can get lost in the crowd, the close personal attention you will get from John is unrivaled. He is a rare find and if you are lucky enough to work with John, you will not be disappointed!” December 2, 2009

Lorie Taylor , Principal/Designer , Corner Office Design, Inc.

Hon Introduces the New Ignition Chair Collection

2009-12-15T19:16:00.000-08:00

From the lobby to the corner office… collaborating to computing… big to small employees… the new Ignition™ collection from The HON Company delivers seating that fits who you are, how you work and where you work. It’s a new full-line platform that addresses the total office seating needs of today’s value-conscious businesses.

“Ignition provides a complete solution,” said Fred Colony, vice president of seating with The HON Company. “Ignition’s exceptional breadth of function supports a wide range of users and applications, while its slim profile and clean, contemporary design easily coordinates with any workplace.”

Created by notable designer Wolfgang Deisig, the Ignition seating line fits who you are, how you work and where you work:

· Fits who you are: Because employees come in all shapes and sizes, Ignition was created to accommodate most users by offering three back-height options (low-, mid- or high-back), and seats that are proportioned to the back height. Ignition will fit body types from the 5th to the 95th percentile.

· Fits how you work: Everyone’s job is just a little bit different and Ignition supports everything from quick collaboration to long periods of computer use by allowing users to match adjustment features to work tasks. It offers two arm options (fixed and adjustable) and three tilt functions (Swivel/Tilt, Synchro-tilt and Synchro-tilt with Independent Back Angle) which allow the user to customize the chair to support light, medium or heavy/desk computer work.

· Fits where you work: From the lobby to the corner office, the Ignition seating collection fits everywhere – conference rooms, lounges, workstations – and even tight spaces. Its sleek, smart design presents a professional, coordinated look while still expressing the individual personality of an office environment.

To complement a variety of office styles, Ignition is offered in a wide range of upholsteries; and the mid-back and low-back chairs are available in a mesh-back, as well. The Ignition seating family is also backed by The HON Company’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Products within the Ignition collection include:

· High-back, executive, conference, work and task chairs

· Mid-back conference, work and task chairs

· Low-back conference, work and task chairs

· Task Stools

· Guest and Lounge seating

An additional benefit of Ignition is its SCS Indoor Advantage™ Gold indoor air quality certification by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS). Products achieving SCS Indoor Advantage Gold meet the most rigorous indoor air quality criteria in all of North America.

Furthering its environmental impact, Ignition is made utilizing HON’s compression molding (Comold) process, which combines postconsumer wood waste with a binding agent and is molded into the chair’s structural components. This process alone enables nearly 10,000 tons of postconsumer wood waste to be diverted from landfills every year and eliminates the need to cut down 5,000 acres of virgin forest annually.

"Why Rent Your Office Furniture"

2009-12-02T15:15:00.000-08:00

I’m frequently asked “So who rents”? I’ve heard this question so often at networking events, that I’ve developed a simple one statement answer; “The same type of individual who leases a car rather than buying one! Furniture rental is an attractive alternative to investing cash in a furniture purchase, especially when your requirement is short term. New starts up firms usually have limited financial resources to devote to the business, they want to maximize their investment options, look closely at rental versus purchase as a solution.
If you’re business venture is not expected to survive the initial start up period, it makes more sense to rent. The U.S. Federal Tax Laws require that capital purchase of furnishings be amortized or depreciated over a five year period or a full sixty months.
You can save a lot of money by renting versus purchasing brand new furniture at a retail location. Many hotels like extended stay hotels find furnished accommodations can be functional and efficient, but these hotels are not personalized. Rental furniture allows your home away from home to be completely personalized. When renting residential furniture you pick the style, the look and feel, and you decide how each room is arranged. Home Stagers work closely with executives’ who move to temporary assignments and can help simplify the process and at the same time provide some valuable design services.
Other benefits and reasons why renting makes more sense for commercial office furniture customers, including cubicles. Let’s look at some situations that clearly make a strong case for renting.
• Short term projects
• Summer intern programs
• Special litigation trials
• Swing space which can be used while an existing office space undergoes construction.
• Temporary Employees
• Office relocations
• Conferences
If you consider some of the benefits of renting versus owning, here’s what you’ll find:
• You’ll conserve capital by not having to make large cash outlays.
• The flexibility of adding or subtracting products as your needs change.
• Tax advantages since rental expenditures may be 100% tax deductible.
• Good investment compared with paying for a depreciating asset.
From a more practical stand point, if your project is short lived, or you’re not sure of the outcome of your new venture, why rent a depreciable asset like office furniture? Due to the current economic conditions; there is a surplus of used office furnishings on the market. There is virtually no resale market for used commercial office furniture, especially cubicles or partition systems. Previously, you were able to get ten to 12 cents on the dollar, and there were buyers who would take them off your hands. Now, you have to pay anyone whose interested up front just to remove these pieces from your facility.
With a rental contract that works much like any lease agreement, you decide what rental term length you need, and you’re only obligated for that period. For instance, if you rent for four months, you are obligated to complete and pay for four months work of rental or usage. After that, should you decide to continue renting, you simply go on a month- to- month basis. As soon as you’ve determined that your requirement has been satisfied, or your furniture requirement ceases to exist, in most cases you pick up the phone and the rental company sends a truck to pick up the product. It’s that easy to terminate the lease.

Evergreen Home Loans Recommends Absolute Office of Oregon!!!

2009-11-18T16:07:00.000-08:00

I was exciting to work with a fast growing company like Evergreen Home Loans. Both new locations had great ideas and vision on what they wanted for their office interior needs. Tim Hattan, the Branch Manager for the Oregon City Branch and Rick Castle, the manager for the West Linn Branch are very professional and great guys to work with. I would highly recommend either of them to give you the best value for your money!
Tim Hattan recommendation:
“John flat out delivers outstanding customer service! He goes far beyond what anyone would expect, especially in an industry dominated by big box retailers that have forgotten what customer service is all about. John helps find creative solutions and consistently keeps his clients needs at the forefront. I would highly recommend John!”
Rick Castle recommendation:
“John was great to work with. He followed through with everything he said and communicates well. He made sure all our furniture was adequate after the setup. I would highly recommend him.”

Get to know the owners at Absolute Office of Oregon

2009-10-26T18:30:00.000-07:00

Absolute Office of Oregon was created in May of 2008 by John A. Dean and Merry Mabbett Dean under the name of Merry Mabbett Inc., an S-Corporation established in 1995. John has been involved in the commercial furniture business for over 20 years. He started in the service side of the business as the Operations Manager of a large installation company. As Vice President of Merry Mabbett Inc. and VP of Sales for Absolute Office of Oregon, John is responsible for all sales and service for the company, as well as maintaining relationships with manufacturers.Merry Mabbett Dean, John’s wife and business partner, President of Merry Mabbett Inc., is responsible for the day-to-day office operations of the business. She is also an interior designer who is available to assist clients as needed. In addition to her business and design experience, Merry is a Fellow of The International Furnishing and Design Association (IFDA), also serving as its National President in 1994. Merry most recently held post as the 2007 Chair of the IFDA Educational Foundation. Additionally, Merry teaches “Professional Practices” in the Interior Design department at the Art Institute of Portland.Both John and Merry possess keen business acumen and sales experience which they bring to their new company. Absolute Office of Oregon takes a personalized approach to office furniture solutions, providing customers with choice, value, quality, and superior service in the Oregon and Southwest Washington areas. We are delighted to announce that we are the newest Trendway and HON “Gold” Direct Dealer in Oregon!

"Healthcare/Hospitality Products"

2009-10-26T17:54:00.001-07:00

From large facilities to private practices, Trendway Portfolio for healthcare performs in highly demanding settings. While Trendway Portfolio for hospitality always serves up high style, from intimate bistros to spacious hotels. What’s more, Trendway Portfolio makes quick work of streamlining with our celebrated Trendway Workplace systems, freestanding, architectural walls, seating, and storage to bring you total furniture solutions.But wait, there’s more: All Trendway furniture is backed by our unflappable service and industry-leading reliability (think: 99.9% on-time, complete delivery record). We’re all about making furniture that works. Absolute Office of Oregon is here to make sure to assist you in all your office furniture needs.

Lincoln Heritage Recommends Absolute Office of Oregon

2009-09-03T13:21:00.000-07:00

Absolute Office of Oregon,

It has been a pleasure working with John Dean. His vast knowledge of the products, creativity in problem solving, and willingness to do whatever it takes is remarkable. Additionally, we appreciate the attention he pays to our budget— especially with recommendations of how we might save dollars and maintain quality. John is always pleasant to work with and responsive to our requests and needs. We have worked with several office furniture suppliers in the Portland area and Absolute Office is by far the best, most affordable, and most pleasant to work with.

Just last week we needed a 30” table to finish off a work group. He gave us several good choices but the costs seemed just too high for our needs. We asked if he had any used furniture sources. John went and searched Craig’s list, found something suitable, and then at our rather sheepish request went and purchased it for us. Then delivered it to our offices the next day! All of that service with a $10 charge— Amazing.

We’re so thankful for the excellent service that Absolute Office has given us.

It has been a delight working with them.

Warmly,
Mark

Lincoln Heritage
Mark Hornibrook
Executive Vice President
9498 SW Barbur Blvd, Suite 202
Portland, OR 97219

"Office Furniture" Trendway Sustainabilty

2009-07-29T21:01:00.000-07:00

All Trendway Standard products lines have been SCS certified for indoor air quality.Sustainable Forests - Trendway Portfolio hardwood products are sourced from managed forests certified by the Appalachian Hardwood Manufacturers Association.Product Design – Considerations for our ongoing product design efforts include forward integration of components, materials re-design, and product lifecycle.Clean Manufacturing – Trendway meets or exceeds Federal, state, and local environmental regulations. We use non-VOC adhesives and coatings, minimize packaging content, minimize scrap, and manage energy use.Certifications – Trendway facilities meet ISO 9001: 2000 standards.Sustainable Work Environments - TrendWall can be moved and reused with minimal waste and labor, providing low-impact space reconfiguration. Low-height Contrada and Choices configurations reduce material content and increase daylight views.

First Christian Church recommends Absolute Office of Oregon

2009-06-05T16:47:00.000-07:00

May 2009

To Whom It May Concern:
I am pleased to recommend Absolute OFFICE of Oregon for any and all your furniture needs. When we finished our construction project at First Christian Church, I looked at many in-store and on- line companies to provide us with the furniture options that we needed. Being a non-profit kept us on a stringent budget that we had to address. I found that John Dean, co-owner of Absolute OFFICE of Oregon, addressed our furniture needs as well as honored our budgetary requirements in a manner that allowed us to acquire the furniture that we needed.
On numerous occasions John went out of his way to bring by different chair samples for us to try out for a few days. He listened to our needs and kept working with us until we found just the right items. His knowledge, understanding and quality of the products he represents are exceptional. His professionalism, service and creativity made working with him and his company a wonderful and stress-free experience. As the co-owner of Absolute OFFICE of Oregon, John donated part of the delivery charges by installing the product himself, resulting in an even greater savings to us, his clients.
Through this entire process, Absolute OFFICE of Oregon was on time and on budget. I recommend them without hesitation and would work with them again if given the opportunity.
Sincerely,

Robyn Gett
Office Administrator

"Legacy Realty Co." Jean Hogan comments about Absolute Office of Oregon

2009-05-27T20:01:00.000-07:00

“If your office flow is not working for you then John Dean is the answer! He helped Legacy Realty Co.com when new desks were needed. He not only helped with the design but installed it!! He is knowledgeable and carries the widest selection of office furniture and accessories imaginable and he provides the very best solutions, delivers on time and his customer follow-up is unmatched! If you and your staff are sitting on top of each other, if filing cabinets have taken over valuable space....give John a call...he can help!!”

Thank you Jean!!! It's great to work with another professional person that takes customer service seriously!

Why Movable Walls?

2009-05-19T21:42:00.000-07:00

Why Movable Walls?
If you make a thorough comparison, you’ll see that you can achieve significant savings by implementing movable walls instead of drywall. When you add up complete project costs including those for installation, demolition, paint or coverings, hardware and the time required to install and reconfigure and all related hardware, you’ll see you come out ahead with movable walls. And of course, you get built-in flexibility that’s simply not possible with drywall. Compare for yourself.
Movable Walls:
Cost-competitive when you include all costs — doors, hardware, framing, trim, glazing and vinyl
Less expensive to install — only one trade required
No disposal costs on reconfiguration
Drywall:
May seem less expensive until you do a real "apples to apples” comparison
Higher installation costs — six or more trades plus supervision required
Reconfiguration requires disposal — adds to cost to the installation
Movable Walls:
Fast, clean installation
Pre-finished — no further painting or finishing needed
Less disruptive to employees — reduced absenteeism
Non-damaging to floors and ceilings
Drywall:
Slow, messy installation
Needs paint or other finishes — adds to time, costs, environmental considerations
Cannot be done with employees working nearby
Damages both floors and ceilings
Movable Walls:
Reconfiguration can be done in hours
Many choices of wall, glazing, and door types - specifying is easy
Drywall:
Reconfiguration takes weeks
Design choices will require planning, specifying and additional purchases

Absolute Office of Oregon http://www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com/ has your "Office Furniture Solutions"!

1800CONTACT Recommendation !

2009-05-11T08:06:00.000-07:00

"I worked with John during my time as a Purchasing Agent for 1800Contacts. John provided a tremendous service to our Corporate Office and Call Center furniture purchases including extensive planning and layout. He brought professionalism into every meeting and saw every project to completion." Service Category: Business ConsultantYear first hired: 2006Top Qualities: Great Results, Personable, High Integrity.

John Stanley

"Portland Office Furniture Dealer" BIO

2009-05-07T16:47:00.000-07:00

Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com was created in May of 2008 by John A. Dean and Merry Mabbett Dean under the name of Merry Mabbett Inc., an S-Corporation established in 1995. John has been involved in the commercial furniture business for over 20 years. He started in the service side of the business as the Operations Manager of a large installation company. As Vice President of Merry Mabbett Inc. and VP of Sales for Absolute Office of Oregon, John is responsible for all sales and service for the company, as well as maintaining relationships with manufacturers.Merry Mabbett Dean, John’s wife and business partner, President of Merry Mabbett Inc., is responsible for the day-to-day office operations of the business. She is also an interior designer who is available to assist clients as needed. In addition to her business and design experience, Merry is a Fellow of The International Furnishing and Design Association (IFDA), also serving as its National President in 1994. Merry most recently held post as the 2007 Chair of the IFDA Educational Foundation. Additionally, Merry teaches “Professional Practices” in the Interior Design department at the Art Institute of Portland.Both John and Merry possess keen business acumen and sales experience which they bring to their new company. Absolute Office of Oregon takes a personalized approach to office furniture solutions, providing customers with choice, value, quality, and superior service in the Oregon and Southwest Washington areas. We are delighted to announce that we are the newest Trendway www.trendway.com and HON “Gold” Direct Dealer in Oregon www.hon.com !

City of Newberg going Green

2009-04-08T14:35:00.000-07:00

The City of Newberg had a vision when they came to Absolute Office of Oregon http://www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com/ to look at Baltix which is our line of Sustainable Furniture. It's was great to work with them and their support to become more sustainable. Our first project is with the City of Newberg Public Works Director, Howard Hamilton. Howard was great to work with on this project. He want to use sustainable product like, Forbo surface material, Bio Edge, and Sierra Pine Arreis for all the other material for his office. Arries is a sustainable medium density fiberboard manufactured from 100% post-industrial recycled wood residuals.

2009-04-08T14:34:00.001-07:00

Compass Community Bank

2009-03-24T23:12:00.000-07:00

Before

After
I was privileged to work with Steve Ferber CEO of Compass Community Bank. From start to finish Steve was not only helpful sharing his vision on how his team wants the bank to look but had much patience when the product fell behind in production. We worked together to solve some issues that the bank needed before their Grand Opening. Not only Steve, but the employees are friendly, professional and they like to support the local economy.

What is used furniture?

2009-02-19T19:51:00.000-08:00

As a consumer, you have several options available to you when selecting office furniture. Here's a brief description of the different types of products on the market:
Recycled Office Furniture Recycled office furniture is a term often used for any post-consumer office furniture that has been diverted out of the solid waste stream and back into the market with or without repairs. This includes refurbished, and re-used (as-is/used) office furniture, both of which are being “used again.”
Refurbished Office Furniture is recycled office furniture that has had value added to the product. Products are disassembled, parts are inspected, cleaned, repaired or replaced, reassembled and refinished to “like new” conditions, and returned to the market for sale. Contact us for details: john@absoluteofficeoforegon.com
Reused Office Furniture, “used,” or “as-is” office furniture is recycled office furniture that has been returned to the market for sale without repair or improvement to its appearance.
New Office Furniture New office furniture is new furniture purchased from the original equipment man-ufacturer (OEM) for resale by your company. It is composed entirely of OEM parts. The parts are made mostly of raw materials (natural resources) that have not been used before although some manufacturers' components may have recycled content. Contact us at : john@absoluteofficeoforegon.com

Conferance and Training Rooms

2009-02-02T13:40:00.000-08:00

One of the important features of having an office is having a place to meet with clients, give presentations, and also a place where you can meet with co-workers for discussions and training. For this to happen, your office is going to need to have a good conferance room. To have a great conference room your office is going to need to have projectors, projection screens, wall boards, conference tables, and chairs. All of your great discussions, strategies, and business ideas are done in your conference room. You will definitely want the mood of your conference room to be symbolic in your tables and furniture. Conference room tables should have the space to be comfortable when sitting around them at a professional meeting or when having a conference. Your conference room furniture for the office is vital for delivering your professional message. Also by having the ability to use a projector with a screen will help get messages across. You will want a nice big screen and also a wall board to post important materials while helping to set the theme of your business meeting, conference, or training.
Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com has many solutions and options to your conferance and training room needs.

How Office Furniture Affects Your Business

2009-02-02T13:32:00.000-08:00

Your office furniture can affect your business in ways that can never be imagined. When people walk into your office, what is their first impression of your office is important. Studies have shown that your office can actually send messages to others about the way you conduct business. What does your current office furniture say about you? Let the experts at Absolute Office of Oregon help you with your office. www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com
Custom office furniture, including movable walls, can make your company culture say whatever you want it to say. Bright colors suggest a vibrant, creative work environment. Glass walls, windows and doors bring about feelings of inclusion and teamwork. Tall, solid panels imply privacy and focus.
Filing cabinets help to keep things in order. Whether you’re filing confidential employee records, tax information, monthly invoices or prospective client files, you need to have a place to keep them safe and organized so that when you need them, you can find them quickly and easily.

HON "Thinks Green"

2008-12-08T16:00:00.000-08:00

One of the reasons Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com is the newest HON Direct Dealer in Oregon:

In 1947 the corporation began making card files from pieces of scrap metal generated from its contract business. More than fifty years later, The HON Company practices one of the industry's strongest and most comprehensive programs to conserve raw materials and reduce waste. Today, environmental management is firmly embedded in all HON Company manufacturing processes. We define waste as anything that does not bring value to the customer, and life cycle considerations are a significant part of all product development efforts. We believe in the integration of safety into environmental philosophy and policies. To us, safety and environment go hand in hand — our overriding goal is to increase safety at the same time we reduce our impact on the environment. Individual responsibility is a fundamental here, based on the knowledge that we each can impact the environment and workplace safety every day. We strive always to move beyond what we are required to do — to focus on what we are capable of doing. At The HON Company, lean is green. The cellular manufacturing techniques we use across the company bring human scale to process requirements. To work in cells, processes have to be human-friendly. This serves to eliminate harmful solvents and reduce waste, enabling improvement of environmental performance and business performance at the same time — less waste equals less cost. Green is not trendy; it's a part of our culture. It has always been a part of The HON Company's way of doing business.

BALTIX-Sustainable Office Furniture

2008-10-16T16:01:00.000-07:00

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Baltix Makes It Easy Being Green. Baltix offers four varieties of panels made from environmentally-friendly materials.
EcoSunflower panels are made from a unique bio-based material created from an abundant agricultural fiber, sunflower seed hulls. The material exhibits the natural elegance of traditional burled woods, making it an environmental and economic alternative to hard wood.
EcoWheat industrial panels make use of the abundant supply of agricultural fiber found on Midwest farms. Biofiber compares favorably to wood in weight, smoothness, and moisture resistence.
Newspaper boards respect the environment by using recycled paper products, a soy-based resin system, and color additives. The material has a unique and elegant appearance combined with the warmth and feel of an exotic hardwood. Finished with a special UV cured process, the panels are totally free of harmful V-O-Cs.
Perma-Poly plastics are made from 98% post-consumer and post-industrial recycled plastic. They are tough and durable, and require NO finish coats, so they will never affect your indoor air quality.
What Makes Our Biocomposites Good For The Environment?
Currently, once the processing for oil is complete, waste Sunflower Hulls are BURNED which creates excessive CO2 and other particulate matter in the atmosphere. Baltix salvages this resource from incineration.
Our raw materials are fully renewable in 6-12 months. Compared to 10 years for "certified forest products".
Not a single tree is cut down in the process of making these panels.
NO Formaldehyde - Most wood composites use a form of formaldehyde in its glues, resins, and laminations. Baltix uses NO FORMALDEHYDE in its products and processes.
The EPA has classified formaldehyde as a B1 probable HUMAN CARCINOGEN. MDF Formaldehyde content .75 ppm*
Our biocomposite panels can be ground down and reprocessed into brand new biocomposites.
Our aluminum can be re-used. In addition, all Baltix aluminum is readily recyclable and is valuable to recyclers.
The process of making our biocomposite panels is environmentally-friendly. The panels are made at a low energy facility, using a low water process. And there are no VOC's generated by the production.
Just a small percentage of waste hulls from one of sunflower farm produces enough raw material to run the EcoSunflower production at full annual capacity. (80,000 TONS ANNUALLY)

PR Store/ Melody comments

2008-10-09T11:08:00.000-07:00

“One thing I especially like about John Dean is that he shares with me the same passion for providing great customer service. His vast inventory of office furniture choices is only one benefit that his customers gain against his competition. He provides a wealth of information and real SOLUTIONS for his clients. Whether you need to upgrade your personal home office or your entire company needs outfitting, he works hard to satisfy your needs. Take a look at his eco friendly and ergonomic office furniture solutions! I've proudly recommended John Dean in my own personal network and people have thanked me for it.” October 9, 2008
Melody Stromquist, Marketing Consultant, PRstorewas a consultant or contractor to John at Absolute Office of Oregon
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Customer experience! Chi Omega

2008-09-29T07:46:00.000-07:00

Our sorority at University of Oregon recently purchased 23 workstations and chairs from Absolute Office of Oregon for our study room. We sought estimates from a local office furnishings supplier and several internet vendors. We even considered custom wood construction, but none could beat Absolute’s combination of price, quality and service.
John Dean was a total professional in analyzing our requirements in light of our budget. He offered cost-effective alternatives and provided guidance for our decision-making. His recommendations helped us configure our workstations to better fit the space available which allowed us to increase the number of units installed, all within our original budget! Merry Dean made excellent suggestions for work surface and fabric choices which are easy to maintain and attractive.
Throughout the process, John and Merry were always available to answer my questions and make helpful suggestions. Our entire order was installed on time, on budget, to our complete satisfaction. http://www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com/

Judy Messner
President Psi Alpha of Chi Omega Holding Society

Alternative Materials: Wheat Board

2008-09-16T16:50:00.000-07:00

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I found this great article today about Sustainable Furniture:

Wheat or straw board is making an important impact in the construction and interior design world. It is made out out of wheat straw, which is an annually renewable resource. It can be painted and stained like wood and can be used for interior applications such as cabinetry, furniture and decorative wall applications.
In addition to the advantages for homeowners, farmers reap big benefits--the new products give them a market for a once-wasted by-product. Today, nearly 60 million acres of wheat are grown, and most of the straw is plowed under or incinerated after the usable portions are removed. It is now being sold to make a fiberboard that is comparable to plywood and can be used in millwork, flooring and furniture. This cuts down on air pollution from burning. The resulting product is inexpensive and readily available wherever there is grain production.
To make the boards, wheat-straw fibers are bound with resin that creates both physical and chemical bonds. The resin uses no formaldehyde, so the finished boards emit no unpleasant fumes. Weighing about 20 percent less than standard particleboard, a board made from wheat straw has a superior ability to hold screws and nails and is more resistant to moisture penetration. The lighter weight also makes it easy to transport.

I'm excited to offer Baltix http://www.baltix.com/ on board to offer not only Wheat Board but Corn, Sunflower, Bamboo and other sustainable materials. www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com

OFFICE FURNITURE BLOG/HON

2008-09-16T16:40:00.000-07:00

HON'S NEWEST DIRECT DEALER IN OREGON www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com

Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com has just become the HON Company's newest authorized office furniture dealer in Oregon. HON, the market leader in providing small & medium sized businesses professional office furnishings has been designing and manufacturing high quality, durable office chairs, desks, file cabinets & more products for the office for over 60 years. When HON releases new models, we'll be able to bring them to you much sooner than in the past. Learn more about HON office furniture on their web site: http://www.hon.com/ or visit the largest selection of Office Furniture available online @ http://www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com/

Absolute Office of Oregon has added HON !!!

2008-09-09T14:04:00.000-07:00

Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeofregon.com is excited to become a "Gold" dealer for the HON Company. We have added Hon has our front runner of our product lines. We not only love their quality product, superior customer care, but support the "enviromenatl journey" that HON Company has embraced.

CLEARING THE AIR.In 2006, The HON Company became the world's first office furniture manufacturer to have products certified by the Indoor AdvantageTM program. Virtually all manufactured products emit chemical compounds into the air. Indoor Advantage evaluates these compounds to help improve the air quality within enclosed indoor environments.

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How does sustainability effect you?

2008-08-28T16:25:00.000-07:00

First of all, sustainability is for everyone - not just environmental leaders, but you, your family and friends, your business, your school, your church, even your dog. It doesn't mean you can't buy or use anything ever again. It means considering the impacts of your purchases and choices, and finding lower impact alternatives.
Sustainability combines common sense practices - such as simply turning off lights - with intangible concepts, such as values, business models, and quality of life. It's about long term stewardship in a large scale context, so that our children and great grandchildren can enjoy the same quality of life we have today. It is the essence of "think globally, act locally".
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Sustainable furniture/ Baltix & ecowork*

2008-08-13T17:02:00.000-07:00

I have just joined up with Baltix http://www.baltix.com/ and ecowork* http://www.ecowork.com/ to offer some GREAT!!! offiice furniture options that both offer a wide range of Sustainable Furniture options. Check it out.
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Sustainable Office Furniture

2008-07-21T21:41:00.000-07:00

Whether It’s Recyclable & What New Products It Makes
Consider buying office furniture that is not only made from recycled materials but is also recyclable in itself. (There is a difference.) An important aspect in determining an office furniture product’s recyclability after its use is the degree to which it was designed for assembly and disassembly, so that the recyclable parts can easily be separated. Sometimes you can also see on the parts themselves whether they are recyclable. If not, you can always check with the manufacturer. Keep in mind that just because your office chair’s parts may be recyclable, it doesn’t always mean that the parts are remade into the same, new office chair. It’s likely that they will be recycled into components of several other products, some of which may be recycled again, others that may not. Finding out whether these end products are recyclable can help you determine the longevity of your sustainable office product. Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com has many options when it comes to Sustainable Office Furniture.

Introduction to Absolute Office of Oregon

2008-07-15T13:17:00.000-07:00

Absolute Office of Oregon www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com is a small, women-owned office furniture company designed to meet all your office furniture needs, no matter the size of your space. We'll take the time to listen to your needs and ideas. We specialize in finding creative, functional ways to make the most of limited space. And we pride ourselves in providing a personal touch to every client we serve.Our Extensive Product Line. We have developed relationships with vendors that offer the best combination of value, variety and quality products. These include a wide range of products that cater to all styles and budgets as well as ergonomic and recycled/refurbished options. See our complete product line. Check out our website @ http://www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com/
The owner Merry Mabbett Dean and her husband John Dean have over 45 combine years in the residential and commercial furniture industry. John is the VP of Sales and has 15 years experience in the service side of the industry, with 3 years in sales. He has a passion for Customer Service. He listens to the wants and needs of his clients and finds combination of ways to find the right fit and price point to furnish their space. Merry has been not only a Interior Designer for over 30 years but taught Business Practices for Interior Design and Color Theory classes at a major college. Merry and John enjoy the challenge of getting a project from the beginning stages and following throughout and beyond completion of the project.

I'm excited about my blog space and look forward helping and researching any questions that you might have...Bring the questions on!!!!

Hey We're Up and Blogging!

2008-07-15T10:30:00.000-07:00

This is my first blog. Stay tuned. www.absoluteofficeoforegon.com