Draw a practical floor plan
Record wall lengths, windows, radiators, sockets and the swing of doors. Measure recesses in more than one place because walls may not be square. Use one unit throughout and confirm which units the retailer uses.
Allow for using the furniture
Drawers, dining chairs, sofa beds and reclining footrests need space beyond the furniture footprint. A cabinet fitting against a wall does not mean its doors can open.
- Mark the footprint with suitable removable tape or paper.
- Walk the routes to the door, windows, bed and cupboards.
- Repeat with drawers and doors open.
- Allow for a walking aid or wheelchair if someone in the household uses one.
Check the whole delivery route
Compare packed dimensions and the heaviest component with entrances, stairs, lifts and tight corners. The final floor space does not prove a sofa can be carried in. Ask the delivery team to assess difficult access before ordering.
Turn the plan into a clear order
Record the model, configuration, dimensions and assembly service. A short measurement sheet and relevant access photos can help the retailer confirm suitability. Share only the information needed for delivery.
Room and furniture planner
Try a rectangular footprint and add your own budget figures. The drawing does not account for doors, windows, other furniture or delivery access.
Your entries stay on this page. The planner does not save them or send them to WOHNALIO or a provider. Printing uses your device’s print function.
Support and applications
Tax relief and local assistance are different routes
The federal Home Accessibility Tax Credit is non-refundable tax relief for eligible renovations, not a cash grant for an ordinary kitchen or furniture purchase. Eligibility includes a qualifying person and dwelling; portable furniture and household appliances are generally excluded. Provincial or territorial assistance has its own conditions.
Where to apply or ask
For federal tax relief, follow CRA’s Home Accessibility Expenses guidance. Ask your province or territory separately about adaptation programs before commissioning work.
What to prepare
- Evidence that the person and dwelling qualify.
- Contracts, itemised invoices and description of the adaptation.
- Supplier details, work dates, address and proof of payment.
- Keep supporting records; CRA says not to send them with the return unless requested.
When to act
Check eligibility before spending. Keep records and claim qualifying expenses on the relevant tax return. The linked CRA page currently explains tax year 2025; check the guidance for the year you claim.
The responsible body determines the documents required in your case. Send personal evidence through its official channel, not through WOHNALIO.
Buying furniture in Canada
A change-of-mind return is generally governed by the retailer’s policy; defective goods are a different matter. Check the policy before buying, including freight and custom-order exclusions. For unresolved disputes, consult your provincial or territorial consumer affairs office. Budget in CAD, with applicable taxes and delivery.
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