Sandy's Furniture, a household name across British Columbia for nearly five decades, has announced its Retirement Auction, signaling the conclusion of its operations as the owners prepare for retirement. The company, which began in 1976, established itself as one of the largest and most respected furniture retailers in the province, known for quality craftsmanship, exceptional customer service, and thoughtfully curated home furnishings. The auction represents the final chapter for a business that built lasting relationships with generations of customers.
The Sandy's Furniture Retirement Auction will offer the public a rare opportunity to purchase premium furniture at auction pricing, with over $1,000,000 in inventory available through a 3-day live online auction managed by Direct Auctions. The sale features a wide range of floor models and brand-new, in-box items, including dining, bedroom, and living room furniture, sofas, sectionals, recliners, fabric and leather seating, mattresses, bedroom sets, and home décor accessories. Featured brands include Decor-Rest, Sunday's, Stylus, Moe's Home Collection, Serta, Natuzzi - Italia, and Kingsdown.
"This retirement auction represents the closing of an incredible chapter," says the Sandy's Furniture team. "We're extremely proud of what we've built since 1976 and deeply grateful to our loyal customers. This auction allows our inventory to move into new homes as we step into retirement." The sentiment is echoed by Jeff Schwarz, owner of Direct Auctions, who notes, "Sandy's Furniture is a true BC success story. They've been a major player in the furniture industry for decades, and it's an honor for us to manage their retirement auction. This sale gives buyers access to high-quality furniture from a retailer that's built its reputation on trust and longevity."
The auction will be conducted live online from February 7 to 9, 2026, starting daily at 10:00 AM PST, allowing bidders from across British Columbia and beyond to participate in real time. A preview event is scheduled for February 6, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at two locations: 1335 United Blvd in Coquitlam and 1175 15th St W in North Vancouver. For more information and registration details, interested parties can visit https://bid.directauctions.com/Sandy-s-Furniture-Retirement-Auction-Sundays-Moes-Overstock_a76378?m=all.
The retirement of Sandy's Furniture marks a significant shift in British Columbia's retail landscape, removing a long-standing pillar of the furniture industry known for its commitment to quality and customer trust. For consumers, the auction provides access to premium furnishings at potentially reduced prices, while the industry observes the departure of a key competitor that helped shape market standards for nearly 50 years. The event underscores the broader trend of family-owned businesses transitioning ownership or closing as founders retire, impacting local economies and consumer choice. Additional details about Direct Auctions and its services can be found at http://www.directauctions.com/ and http://www.directliquidation.ca, with a list of upcoming auctions available at https://bid.directauctions.com/auctionlist.aspx.
