Hard Goods Need Product-Specific Inspection
Metal decor, glass accessories, carved wood and furniture fail in different ways. The inspection checklist should be built from the approved sample, drawing, dimensions, finish standard, functional points and packing requirement instead of using one generic checklist for every article.
Inspection Framework
Confirm sample, drawing, colour/finish reference and buyer specification.
Check available quantity, SKU mix, size and colour assortment.
Inspect product-specific construction, assembly, finish and visible defects.
Check agreed stability, fitting, sharp edges, hardware or functional points.
Verify labels, protection, inner packing and master cartons against requirement.
Examples of Product-Specific Checks
| Product family | Typical checkpoints |
|---|---|
| Metal decor | Dimensions, alignment, welding/joints, burrs or sharp edges, dents, finish, colour, fittings and packing. |
| Wood decor | Dimensions, cracks, warping, sanding, carving, joints, hardware, finish and packing. |
| Furniture | Dimensions, assembly, stability, load/function points defined by buyer, hardware, finish, levelness and packing. |
| Glass / mixed material | Visible glass defects, edge condition, fitting, alignment, finish interaction and protective packing. |
Handicraft & Furniture QC FAQs
What should be checked on metal handicrafts?
Typical checks include dimensions, material assumptions, welding and joints, sharp edges, alignment, surface finish, colour, hardware, function, labels and protective packing.
What should be checked on wooden furniture and decor?
Check dimensions, stability, joints, hardware, cracks, warping, sanding, carving, finish, colour and packing against the approved requirement.
How should glass components be handled in inspection?
The inspection can check dimensions, visible defects, fitting and protective packing. Any safety or performance standard required by the destination market should be defined separately.
Is one final inspection enough?
That depends on risk and product complexity. Some orders benefit from sample approval and production monitoring before a final random inspection or loading supervision.
Build the Inspection Around Your Product
Send the approved sample/specification, order quantity, defect concerns and packing requirement so the checklist can reflect the actual product.