Directbuy of Pittsburgh Offers “play” Areas for Parents and Kids

And while it can be a lot of fun to pick out your new kitchen, the new floors for your bathroom, it also requires your full attention. That’s a luxury members with children don’t always have. That’s why DirectBuy has developed a “Kids Zone” area in their clubs, so parents can focus on the task at hand and kids can enjoy the DirectBuy experience, too.

Though not a supervised area, the Kids Zone features a number of things to keep school-age children occupied and entertained: puzzles, games and toys. The Kids Zone also includes a flat screen television with DVD player so children of members can watch TV or movies.

“Let’s face it, most kids would rather go to the dentist than watch their parents shop for their next home improvement project. By the same token, it’s difficult for members with children to get the most out of the experience and do the research they need to do if they’re concerned about the kids getting fidgety. The Kids Zone gives children of DirectBuy members a place to play games, watch TV or even make new friends with other members’ kids while the grown-ups have their ‘fun’,” said Doug Barrante, co-owner of DirectBuy of Pittsburgh.

Creating fun things to do for children is nothing new for DirectBuy. DirectBuy franchises across North America regularly donate equipment to youth organizations like the Boys & Girls Clubs, YMCAs and children’s hospitals. Most recently, DirectBuy of Pittsburgh donated a Decora Kitchen, a $10,000 retail value, to a silent auction to benefit Providence Heights Alpha School. The winning bid raised $6,000 for the school.

“Because we are so entrenched in the community, we have an even greater incentive to make this a one-of-a-kind, unique shopping experience because many of the members are our friends, neighbors, even relatives,” said Barrante. “The Kids Zone and donations to Providence Heights Alpha School and other youth-oriented groups are just an extension of that philosophy.”

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. With three convenient locations in the area, DirectBuy offers consumers a comfortable, country-club setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

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About DirectBuy
Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and their authorized suppliers. Buying direct enables members’ hard-earned money to go much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail store. DirectBuy of Pittsburgh has been serving the region since 1996 and prides itself in providing excellent member service. Access to confidential prices, local suppliers and unparalleled selection helps make members' dream projects a reality. It's a comfortable, country-club setting, where you finally have the financial control of buying direct. Direct Buy of Pittsburgh is part of more than 150 franchise locations throughout North America.

Locations serving the greater Pittsburgh area include: DirectBuy Pittsburgh North, 106 Thomson Park Drive, Cranberry Twp, PA, 724-327-0211; DirectBuy Pittsburgh East, 5027 William Penn Hwy, Monroeville, PA, 724-327-0211; and DirectBuy Pittsburgh South, 600 Bursca Drive, Suite 610, Bridgeville, PA, 412-257-4040.

Consumers interested in becoming members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy at 1-800-DIRECTBUY or doug@dbpit.com. To learn more about the superior value and benefits of a DirectBuy membership, visit www.DirectBuy-Pittsburgh.com.