Calculate your Wayfair marketplace fees and optimize your home & furniture sales
| Method | Commission | Benefits | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dropship | 15% | Low investment | Handle shipping |
| Wayfair Logistics | 12% | WF handles shipping | Send to WF warehouse |
| CastleGate | 10% | Prime-like delivery | High volume required |
Wayfair charges 15% commission for most categories, 12% for Wayfair Logistics, and 10% for CastleGate. Appliances have lower rates at 8%.
Consider Wayfair Logistics for reduced commission (12% vs 15%) and better customer experience. CastleGate offers lowest rates but requires high volume.
High-quality lifestyle images are crucial for furniture sales. Wayfair provides photography services, but factor costs into your pricing.
Furniture has higher return rates (10-15%). Build return costs into pricing and focus on accurate product descriptions to reduce returns.
Reviews are critical for furniture purchases. Provide excellent customer service and follow up with buyers to encourage positive reviews.
Home goods have strong seasonal patterns. Plan inventory for spring home improvement and holiday seasons for maximum profitability.