SCHOOL FURNITURE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Planning, specifying and ordering school furniture involves a lot of details. Find answers to frequently asked questions about Paragon Furniture products, quotes, customization, lead times, Quick Ship, shipping, assembly, warranties and design resources.
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Paragon designs and manufactures flexible educational furniture for K–12 classrooms, makerspaces, libraries, media centers, lounges, wellness rooms, esports spaces and other learning environments. Products include student desks, classroom tables, chairs, soft seating, teacher desks, mobile storage, shelving, library furniture and mobile whiteboards.
Paragon works with school furniture dealers throughout the United States. Schools, districts, architects, designers and other project partners can contact Paragon for product information or request a quote. Our team will help connect you with the appropriate sales representative or dealer partner.
Yes. Paragon offers coordinating furniture for classrooms, makerspaces, libraries, media centers, lounges and other educational spaces. Our product collections can support individual learning, group work, collaboration, movement, storage and teacher needs throughout a school.
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PRODUCTS AND CUSTOMIZATION
Paragon offers classroom chairs and soft seating, student desks, activity tables, teacher furniture, stools, mobile storage, shelving, library furniture, makerspace furniture, mobile whiteboards and additional products designed for educational environments
Yes. Many Paragon products are available in a variety of laminate, edge, frame, plastic and upholstery selections. Available options vary by product. Review the product cut sheet or request physical samples before making final selections.
Yes. Paragon offers furniture designed for early learning, elementary, middle school and high school environments. Because appropriate dimensions can vary by student age and product, use Paragon’s sizing information and individual product specifications when planning your space.
Paragon’s cut sheets provide product dimensions, specifications and available options for desks, tables, seating, storage, shelving, library furniture and mobile whiteboards.
The Cycle™ Series is a collection of flexible classroom furniture designed to support movement, collaboration and changing learning activities. The collection includes student desks, teacher desks, perch stools, mobile carts, storage, bookcases and coordinating seating.
Paragon’s patent-pending Click-Set™ Technology is an adjustable leg system designed to make school furniture faster and easier to assemble and adjust. Each Cycle student desk uses two legs and four screws total. The numbered height settings require no measuring, and the reversible lower-leg design can accommodate either glides or casters without requiring separate leg assemblies.
QUOTES, PRICING AND ORDERING
Complete Paragon’s online quote request form and provide as much project information as possible, including the products, quantities, delivery location and anticipated timeline. For immediate assistance, call Paragon at 800-451-8546.
Dealers and project partners can request current pricing through Paragon’s online price-list request page. Because product options, quantities and shipping requirements can affect final pricing, request a project-specific quote when possible.
Lead times vary depending on the product, quantity, selected finishes and current production schedule. Contact Paragon or your dealer early in the planning process, especially when furniture must arrive before a school opening, renovation deadline or summer installation.
Yes. Select desks, chairs, teacher desks, stools, task chairs, filing cabinets and mobile storage products are available to ship in five business days through Paragon’s Quick Ship program. Product availability, finishes and lead times are subject to the Quick Ship terms and conditions.
No. Five business days refers to the time before eligible products are ready to ship. Transit time begins after the order leaves Paragon and depends on the delivery location, carrier and other shipping conditions.
SHIPPING AND DELIVERY
Shipping methods depend on the size of the order, product type and delivery requirements. Orders may arrive in cartons, on pallets or by freight carrier. Your quote and order documents will provide information specific to your shipment.
Confirm the delivery date, receiving hours, unloading requirements, delivery address and on-site contact information. Make sure the receiving area is accessible and that staff or installers are prepared to inspect and unload the shipment.
Inspect the shipment before the driver leaves. Note any visible damage or missing items on the delivery receipt, take clear photographs and keep all packaging materials. Contact Paragon or your dealer promptly with the order information and supporting documentation.
ASSEMBLY, CARE AND WARRANTY
Assembly requirements vary by product. Some products arrive fully assembled, while others require limited assembly. Paragon provides downloadable instructions for many desks, tables, chairs, stools, storage products and library products.
Follow the care instructions provided for the specific material or product. Avoid harsh chemicals, excessive moisture and cleaning methods that could damage laminates, painted finishes, plastics, upholstery or whiteboard surfaces. Contact Paragon if you need care information for a particular product.
Paragon provides a Limited Lifetime Structural Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and care for as long as the original purchaser owns and uses the product. Paragon defines “Limited Lifetime” as 12 years. Certain components have different coverage periods, and exclusions apply.
Review the complete warranty for coverage details, limitations and claim requirements.
Paragon furniture is tested against applicable ANSI/BIFMA safety and durability standards. Products are independently tested through third-party laboratories, and Paragon also conducts testing in its in-house safety testing lab.
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Paragon products are tested to meet or exceed applicable ANSI/BIFMA standards for furniture safety, strength, durability and performance. Learn more about BIFMA furniture standards.
No. Paragon products are not warranted for outdoor use. Review the warranty and product information before placing furniture in areas exposed to excessive moisture, extreme temperatures or other outdoor conditions.
Select Paragon products meet MAS Certified Green® requirements for low VOC emissions, helping support healthier indoor learning environments. Certification information is available by product, so architects, designers and school districts can request documentation for their specific selections. Learn more about MAS Certified Green®.
RESOURCES FOR ARCHITECTS AND DESIGNERS
Yes. Paragon’s Symbol Library includes downloadable DWG CAD files, RFA Revit models and access to Paragon CET symbols through the Configura Marketplace. The Cycle™ Series is also available in the Symbol Library.
Paragon’s Image Gallery includes product photography, learning-space images and completed installation photography that can help with planning, presentations and project inspiration.
Yes. Paragon provides design typicals and planning resources for classrooms and other learning spaces. These resources can help architects, designers, dealers and educators explore furniture arrangements and product combinations.
DEALER SUPPORT
Review Paragon’s Partner Handbook and complete the required dealer application and resale exemption forms. Questions about becoming a dealer can be directed to quotes@paragoninc.com or 800-451-8546.
Yes. Paragon offers project registration to qualifying dealer partners. Projects must generally have a minimum value of $100,000, although exceptions may be made at Paragon’s discretion. A project is not registered until Paragon has reviewed and officially approved the request.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
The Paragon team is here to help with products, specifications, quotes, orders, shipping and project planning.