HOUSE buying, HOUSING market, HOUSE construction, HOME prices, FURNITURE manufacturing
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The article discusses key trends and challenges in the furniture industry for 2025. It highlights the ongoing labor shortage in manufacturing and efforts to train a new workforce, such as the Catawba Valley Furniture Academy. Additionally, it explores the rise of furnished interiors as a new buyer pathway, with partnerships like Bobby Berk's collaboration with Tri Pointe Homes. The article also touches on color trends, predicting a shift towards vibrant and moody colors in home décor for the year. [Extracted from the article]
HOME furnishings industry, FURNITURE manufacturing, LEADERSHIP conferences, PRESIDENTS-elect, CONSUMERS, TARIFF
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The 2024 Leadership conference hosted by Furniture Today featured a panel of executives discussing the future of the home furnishings industry in 2025. Topics such as tariffs, consumer sentiment, and housing were highlighted, with a focus on preparing for a potential comeback. Executives from various sectors of the industry shared insights on the impact of tariffs, consumer outlook post-election, and the importance of being proactive in business strategies. Overall, the executives expressed optimism for a positive year ahead in 2025, emphasizing the need for readiness and adaptation in the face of changing market conditions. [Extracted from the article]
LEADERSHIP in women, FURNITURE manufacturing, CORPORATE history, INCORPORATION, SUPPLY chains
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Meganne Wecker, a third-generation leader at Skyline Furniture Manufacturing, has become the first female CEO in the company's 75-year history. She has been instrumental in driving the company's growth through e-commerce strategies and aims to foster a vibrant culture and give back to the community. Wecker's father, Ted Wecker, will continue to play an active role in the company, emphasizing the importance of evolving and adapting to new trends in the furniture industry. [Extracted from the article]
The article from Furniture Today, published on November 18, 2024, features obituaries of two individuals from the furniture industry. Jerry Lee Hodges, a former vice president of manufacturing for Henredon and Councill Craftsmen, passed away at the age of 84. Gregory Rex Ray, a long-time furniture industry sales representative, died at the age of 67. The article also briefly mentions new appointments in the industry, such as Craig Leffew joining Piana Sleep as director of sales. [Extracted from the article]
CASE goods, FURNITURE manufacturing, LEATHER goods, FURNITURE, BOLTS & nuts
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The article from Furniture Today highlights the history and legacy of the Sherrill Furniture Co., a family-owned business that has been operating since 1945. The company, now in its fourth generation of family participation, focuses on high-end domestic upholstery. The Sherrill family has remained dedicated to domestic manufacturing, even as much of the furniture industry has shifted production to Asia. The company now employs over 1,200 people and offers a range of furniture categories under various brand names. [Extracted from the article]
WORKING mothers, RED oak, HANDICRAFT, FURNITURE manufacturing, COUNTRY music, FURNITURE designers
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Country music superstar Trisha Yearwood has partnered with Legacy Classic Modern to create a furniture collection called "XXX's and OOO's." The collection, which is making its debut at the High Point Market, features a modern farmhouse style with three different wood species and four soft finishes. Yearwood's 10th collection includes approximately 50 SKUs in two primary finishes, with the option to customize some back panels with different finishes. The collection aims to provide form, function, and Yearwood's comfortable aesthetic, and Yearwood herself is deeply committed to her furniture line, engaging with customers at markets. [Extracted from the article]
This article provides a list of key sources for the U.S. furniture market based on estimated shipments in 2023. The companies listed have shipments to the United States that were $100 million or higher. The figures provided are market research estimates for the 12 months ended December 31, 2023, and 2022. It is important to note that this list is not comprehensive and does not represent the entire industry. The article also mentions that privately owned companies that did not respond to the survey are not listed. [Extracted from the article]
This article from Furniture Today provides information on recent personnel changes and obituaries in the furniture industry. Beyond Inc. has promoted Carlisha Robinson to chief customer officer, while Gardner White has added Brad Bailey as president. Mlily USA has expanded its team with four new executives. The article also includes obituaries for Clifford W. Bruber and Eric Jent, both of whom had extensive careers in the furniture industry. [Extracted from the article]
POLITICAL stability, FURNITURE manufacturing, WOOD products, PROMOTIONAL products, PRICES
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The Southeast Asian countries of Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia are emerging as strong alternatives to Vietnam for furniture sourcing. Each country offers different advantages for importers, with Indonesia being highlighted as having the most potential due to its large population, low labor costs, and abundant natural resources. Malaysia is known for its lower price points, while Thailand has improved in terms of shipping. Cambodia is seen as a hopeful spot for upholstery sourcing. The region as a whole has the potential to become a center for furniture manufacturing due to its raw materials, semi-skilled workforce, and political stability. [Extracted from the article]
OPTIMISM, POLITICAL stability, FURNITURE manufacturing, WOOD products
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The Southeast Asian countries of Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia are emerging as strong alternatives to Vietnam for furniture sourcing. Each country offers different advantages for importers, with Indonesia being highlighted as having the most potential due to its large population, low labor costs, and abundant natural resources. Malaysia is known for its lower price points, while Thailand has improved in terms of shipping. Cambodia is seen as a hopeful spot for upholstery suppliers, with a growing workforce and favorable freight situation. The region as a whole has the raw materials and stability to become a center for furniture manufacturing. [Extracted from the article]
FURNITURE industry, FURNITURE manufacturing, HOME furnishings, BUSINESS expansion, UPHOLSTERY
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The article reports on the optimism in the furniture industry in the U.S., with imports' share of upholstery shipments for the U.S. market having increased a little more than 7 percentage points in the past five years to 49.3% in 2017. It adds that the threat of a 25% tariff on Chinese imports has only strengthened stateside upholstery producers' value proposition. It reportedly involves proximity to markets and a greater ability to customize goods.
FURNITURE sales & prices, FURNITURE manufacturing, FURNITURE industry, BOOK design, VIETNAM War, 1961-1975, VIETNAM veterans, VETERANS
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This article from Furniture Today provides obituaries for four individuals in the furniture industry. Michael K. Dugan, an industry veteran, passed away at the age of 83. He had a successful career in sales and marketing, working for companies such as Pennsylvania House and Henredon Furniture Inds. After retiring, he became a faculty member at Lenoir-Rhyne University and authored a book on the furniture manufacturing industry. Don Foster, a retired manufacturers' representative, died at the age of 74. He had a long career in sales, working for companies like LaCrosse Furniture Co. and the Alan White Co. Mike Holden, a combat veteran of the Vietnam War, passed away at the age of 77. He had a career in furniture sales and marketing, working for companies such as Kroehler Furniture and La-Z-Boy. John Morris, who had a degree in furniture manufacturing, died at the age of 86. He worked for companies like Pulaski Furniture and Vaughan-Bassett Furniture. All four individuals are survived by their families. [Extracted from the article]
The article reports on the tremendous growth experienced by the top 25 furniture manufacturers, wherein it outpaces the growth the top 100 furniture companies, in the U.S. The topics discussed include the sales gains experienced by the said companies and the sales growth they experienced that outpaced that of the top 100 furniture companies.
The article discusses the initiatives taken by furniture sector to build interest in the market. It states that the initiatives paid off with orders and commitments for dining and bedroom lines. It mentions the new and improved custom domestic dining programs offered at manufacturers including Chaddock, Cresent Fine Furniture, and Conrad Grebel.
RETAIL store openings, WOODWORKERS, FURNITURE manufacturing
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Friends and employees gather to celebrate the grand opening of thenew Ashley store. STORE OPENINGS EDISON, N.J. -- Top 100 retailerFactory Direct Enterprises,which owns and operates Ashleystores in the New York TriStateArea, opened its latestshowroom in Brooklyn, N.Y., onAug. The furniture showroomfeatures lifestyle vignettes,including accessories such aslighting, rugs and wall art. [Extracted from the article]
BUSINESS enterprises, FURNITURE, FURNITURE manufacturing, FURNITURE industry
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The company manufactures furniture in the United States and Mexico and also sources product from Vietnam, Thailand and China. Estimated U.S. furniture shipments in $ million HT
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Ashley Furniture Industries LLC
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U.S. sales accounted for an estimated 95% of shipments both years. In addition to listing publiclyowned furniture source companies,Furniture Today surveys privatelyowned companies for their sales figures. [Extracted from the article]
Mexico's furniture manufacturing industry has experienced significant growth, with furniture exports to the U.S. increasing by 61% in 2021, surpassing $1.9 billion in market share. Mexico now ranks third in furniture exports, behind China and Vietnam. However, the country is facing challenges in terms of capacity, with limited factories able to accommodate larger vendors or customers. Freight prices and transportation issues, such as checkpoints and rising fuel costs, are also impacting the industry. Labor retention is another concern, with competition for workers and increased minimum wages affecting operating costs. [Extracted from the article]
HIGH POINT It might not have been a complete return to normal for wood furniture makers and importers this spring at High Point Market, but it certainly seemed close. Mexico and import strategy Mid-priced case goods firm American Woodcrafters introduced three new bedroom and dining collections, as well as a new bed for an existing line. The company's strategy going forward is to reinforce its position as a mid-price point "fashion" case goods brand while offering a wide range of styles. [Extracted from the article]
The article offers information on performance fabrics in textile industry. Topics discussed include views of furniture manufacturer on the term performance, polypropylene that is a byproduct of natural gas processing and oil refining, and Covington Fabric & Design that is focusing on design aesthetics, merchandising, and line coordination.
TEAMS in the workplace, CASE goods, FURNITURE manufacturing
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"We are extremely excitedto have Michael joining our U.S.Lifestyle team here in North Carolina,"said James Riddle, globalchairman of the company. PEOPLE TODAY Lifestyle Enterprises HIGH POINT -- Furniture supplierLifestyle Enterprises haspromoted Michael Hsieh to executivevice president. Vintage Furniture/Split Nickel SHREVEPORT, La. -- VintageFurniture/Split Nickel has hiredKyle Hawks as senior vicepresident of sales for the UnitedStates and Canada. [Extracted from the article]
The tool became a boon for both sales presentations and user training at a time when travel to a customer's location, or customer travel to AAC, was off limits. Controlling what you can Communication with customers is a given at any time, but when it comes to managing lead times and customer expectations, today1 s environment demands even more from suppliers to the furniture industry. HICKORY, N.C. When COVID-19 shut down travel across the world last year, production equipment supplier Atlanta Attachment Co. looked for ways to keep building business and improving communications with its furniture manufacturing customers. [Extracted from the article]
The article offers information on several seminars to be held at the Las Vegas Market related to the furniture industry in Nevada from January 26-30, 2014 including the "The Effective Salesperson's Checklist," "First Look: Home Furnishings" and "The Retail Value of Home Personalized Product."
FURNITURE manufacturing, FURNITURE industry, FURNITURE, HOME furnishings
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A biography is presented of Ron Wanek, who is chairman of the board of Ashley Furniture Industries, in Arcadia, Wisconsin. The author discusses how Wanek became involved in the furniture industry in the 1970s and explores how he helped grow the Ashley Furniture brand into a global company through successes in both manufacturing and retail. The articles also explores Wanek's relationship with his family.
HOME furnishings industry, FURNITURE industry, FURNITURE manufacturing, LOGISTICS, TREND analysis in business
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The article reports on the home furnishings industry in the U.S. as of November 2016. It highlights the trends in bedding items and its sales impact to the industry. Significant of margins and add-on business in retail furniture store, is emphasized. Also mentioned are the logistics operations of furniture manufacturers.
FURNITURE industry, MARKET positioning, INTERNATIONAL markets, FURNITURE manufacturing, INTERNATIONAL trade
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The article reports on the efforts of the furniture industry in Egypt in positioning the industry as an affordable source of classic French and English reproductions in the international market for furniture. Aside from manufacturing classic French and English furniture reproductions, the industry is also trend-setting contemporary furniture. Evidencing this trend is the fourth edition of the annual Furnex fair held in June 2007 where 165 companies showed their lines to buyers.
13-16Downtown buildings, High Pointwww.lasvegasmarket.com Furniture Today Leadership Conferencedetails to comeLeadershipcon.com IMM Cologne Atlanta Las Vegas Market High Point Market 10-12Melbourne Exhibition Center,Melbourne, Australiainteriorsaustralia.com.au High Point MarketApril 2-6Downtown buildings, High Pointwww.highpointmarket.org Furniture Today Bedding ConferenceMay 18-20details to comewww.beddingconference.com ShowtimeMay 22-25Downtown buildings, High Pointinternationaltextilealliance.org/showtime/ Dallas Total Home & Gift MarketJune 22-28Market Center, Dallasdallasmarketcenter.com Atlanta MarketJuly 12-18AmericasMart, Atlantawww.americasmart.com Furniture Manufacturing ExpoJuly 20-21Hickory Metro Convention Center,Hickory, N.C.www.furnituremanufacturingexpo.com Las Vegas MarketJuly 24-28World Market Center, Las Vegaswww.lasvegasmarket.com High Point MarketOct. 23-27World Market Center, Las Vegaswww.lasvegasmarket.com Northeast Furniture MarketFeb. [Extracted from the article]
WARREN, Mich. -- Following its announcementthat it will liquidate all ArtVan, Art Van PureSleep and Scott Shuptrinestores. You maychoose to wait for a refund untilafter the liquidation; however,a cash refund cannot beguaranteed if you choose to doso.". [Extracted from the article]
HOME furnishings, INTERNATIONAL trade, FURNITURE exhibitions, FURNITURE manufacturing
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Export Furniture Exhibition Malaysia Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Indonesia International Furniture Expo Furniture Manufacturing Expo. [Extracted from the article]
Manufacturer Bradington-Young Young president of Bradington-Young Bradington-Young to ramp Bradington-Young's plant expansion. [Extracted from the article]
The article focuses on cloud-based Furniture on Demand digital platform from Lectra which allows furniture manufacturers can not only meet the consumer demand for true customization but also gain valuable insights to streamline and optimize their operations. Topics discussed include platform improves process stability and speed, allows manufacturers to harness data to decrease the errors and manufacturers can prevent the communication breakdowns by integrating platform.
The article reports that case goods manufacturer Stanley Furniture Co. has started the production at its factory in the Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam in March 2019 and began shipment of products in mid-April.
FURNITURE industry, FURNITURE manufacturing, HOME furnishings industry, FAIRS
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The article focuses on the economic condition of the Malaysian furniture industry due to the decline in the sales of the industry in the U.S. Malaysian furniture manufacturers have acquired positive news regarding the market condition of the industry at the Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF). Ely Tio of Chinfon Furniture Industries states that a 20% decrease in sales was experienced by the company in the U.S. in 2010. Furthermore, furniture manufacturers hope for a rebound after 2010.
FURNITURE industry, FURNITURE manufacturing, FINANCIAL crises, BUSINESS planning, ECONOMICS
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The article reports on the efforts of several Asian furniture manufacturers to survive the impact of global recession. This is relative to the closure of many factories in 2008 in which experts predict more companies to shut down due to low demand and high costs in plant operations. Sunny Designs, a case good manufacturer, plans to keep marketing in the U.S. and Canada and adds new product categories. Fine Furniture Ltd. is focused to do business in market with new product lines.
The article reports on the opinion of Jeff Sears, Art Van Furniture's international logistics manager, that Vietnam will be the next China in terms of being the primary manufacturing point for furniture. In the annual conference of the International Furniture Transportation and Logistics Council, Sears said that Vietnam will be the next big furniture manufacturing point as Chinese-owned firms continue to open factories in Vietnam, due to rising labor rates in their country.
PHYSICAL distribution of goods, FURNITURE manufacturing
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When we started discussing the package oí stories in this issue, our working title was 'Backlog Bounceback", to reflect an update and a report on the anticipated return to normal of the supply chain. Once goods are produced, finding ways to get them to their final destination and overcome pitfalls and obstacles along each and every step of that process has become a puzzle-solving exercise that could make solving a Rubik's Cube blindfolded seem easy. Even the term "supply chain", which is most often used colloquially to reference the movement of finished goods, has seen Its full and intricately complex interconnectivity highlighted in stark relief as manufacturers have needed to find creative ways to access parts, pieces, components, fabrics, finishes and more at a time when each of those individual supply chains and their respective components is also being disrupted. [Extracted from the article]
SPRING, CASE goods, BENCHES, HOME furnishings, FURNITURE manufacturing
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TAYLORSVILLE, N.C. -- Home furnishings manufacture and retailer Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams is offering a major introduction of upholstery, case goods and homes accessories for its spring 2021 collection. The Porter sofa, with its Scandinavian-inspired design, is released and modern with performance linen fabric, simplified tailring and a trim bench seat. Slipcovered upholstery including the Gigi and Hunter slipcovered sofas and the Julia slipcovered dining chai, adding six more styles moving into the fall season. [Extracted from the article]
I levvvnl o 1 to build his own furniture manufacturing plant in San Diego. foJIowcc by multiple retail furniture stores throughout southern California unti he moved to Oregon in 2002. Sliahin. and his five sons, Kalaty is survived by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. ORIA executive director, at (201) 866-5054 Jerry Marlin, 66 DORSEY, Miss. -- Industiy veteran Jeny Marlin died of natural causes on Dec. 21 duringa hunting trip in N'oith Dakota with hLssonandgr-nd-sons. lie was 66. [Extracted from the article]
RICHMOND, Va Ison Furniture Mfg. will Invest $35 million to acquire and renovate the recently rinsed AC Furniture Co. facility in Pittsylvania County for the Thomasville. "Southern Virginia is known for having some of the finest furniture craftsmen in the country, and Virginia has 1ed the way in providing a foundation for businesses and employees to grow and prosper together", added Ison Furniture President Akira Ison. [Extracted from the article]
COLUMBUS, Miss. Thomas Scott Berry who led case goods Scott Berry, who led case goods manufacturer johnston Tombing-bee and founded importer T.S. Beny Sales died here among his family on Sept 7 at age 67. When JTB fell into hard times and shut its doors, he and his brother Reau developed a business plan and secured the financing to reopen the company and resume furniture manufacturing operations, providing as many as 1,000 jobs. [Extracted from the article]
BUSINESS names, FURNITURE manufacturing, OFFICE furniture, SEATING (Furniture), CREDIT
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E-COMMERCE NEW YORK -- Originallylaunched as Bureau last year, thecompany now known as Branch isexpanding product developmentand distribution for its office furniturebusiness, especially nowthat many Americans are workingfrom home. The company said it has combinedthe craftsmanship and serviceof contract furniture with theconvenience of fast furniture sinceit manufactures furniture componentsin the U.S., China and nowalso in Canada. [Extracted from the article]
BUSINESS expansion, FURNITURE manufacturing, MERCHANDISING, FURNITURE industry personnel, PRODUCTION (Economic theory), CHIEF executive officers
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Upholstery exhibitors at the recent market here were enthusiastic about traffic and written business, with buyers showing up early and stayinglate at the show. Most credited pent-up demand after a relatively slow High Point Market in October as buyers and vendors alike have mentally and logistically adjusted to the threat of tariffs. Fusion Furniture, which was acquired by Southern Motion last June, showed in Las Vegas for thefirst time last month. As a domestic producer, tariffs weren't so.
BUSINESS expansion, FURNITURE manufacturing, MERCHANDISING, FURNITURE industry personnel, PRODUCTION (Economic theory), CHIEF executive officers
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Technology, expanded programs and more settled emotions surroundingChina tariffs highlighted a very active market in motion upholstery showrooms at World Market Center. After tariff worries limitedbuying appetites during October High Point Market, retailers came to Las Vegas in need of product, and vendors were ready to make a splash Take massage chair specialist Cozzia USA, which had what President Bob Bruns called a "show-stopper" in its front window, a 24-carat gold-plated massage chair.
BUSINESS expansion, FURNITURE manufacturing, MERCHANDISING, FURNITURE industry personnel, PRODUCTION (Economic theory), CHIEF executive officers
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The article discusses the focus of Danish furniture manufacturer BoConcept on pursuing expansion in U.S. Topics discussed include the change in its merchandise and displays, its effective workforce and its focus on production. It also outlines the opinion of the company's North America chief executive officer (CEO), Henrik Eriksen regarding the matter.
The article reports on the global music mogul and celebrity producer D] Khaled who has partnered with Global Furniture USA to be the sole manufacturer and distributor of the 'We The Best Home' furniture line. It states that DJ Khaled is a successful, larger-than-life music icon, producer, social media influencer, entrepreneur and celebrity judge of Fox's hit music competition show "The Four: Battle for Stardom".
FURNITURE manufacturing, FURNITURE industry personnel, RECLINING chair industry, FURNITURE design, HUMAN body & technology, CREATIVE ability in technology, FURNITURE industry
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The article presents views of furniture manufacturers in power motion on the future of this technology in developing new products. National accounts manager at Best Home Furnishings Nathan Mathies believes that the technology will continue to evolve and grow quickly. Larry Smith, Barcalounger President, discusses acceleration of voice-activated systems in the world of electronics.
CRITICAL success factor, FURNITURE manufacturing, FURNITURE design, TECHNOLOGICAL innovations, HOME furnishings industry
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The article discusses some of the factors instrumental in the increasing use of power function in motion upholstery. The topics mentioned include the society's need to adopt new technology and development of new features. Views of Bobby Jones, director of motion, leather and import upholstery at Klaussner furniture, on the evolving landscape of smart technology in the home furnishings industry is presented.
The article discusses how the furniture industry has performed in the U.S. in 2017 in comparison to 2016 including 3.3 percent rise in consumer spending on furniture and bedding, and rise in the magazine's top 20 performers in U.S. sales. L&P Fashion Bed Group had the largest percentage gain year-on-year, with the second largest percentage increase being Morrisofa, followed by H.T. Hackney. It provides statistics of other companies in the list including Samson Holding, and Hooker Furniture.
The article reports that the furniture company Bassett Furniture has expanded its factory in Martinsville, Virginia in the past few years leading to 2017 to accommodate increased demand for custom casual dining furniture. Topics discussed include the different dining furniture set options manufactured at the plant, the average price of a table and four-chair set made by Bassett and the raw materials sources of the company.
FURNITURE manufacturing, BUSINESS expansion, FURNITURE industry
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The article reports that Huntsville Wholesale Furniture has opened two new HomeStores in Scottsboro and Cullman, Alabama to serve customers in the central region area.
FURNITURE making, FURNITURE manufacturing, LEATHER, ACRYLIC fibers, FURNITURE industry
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The article discusses growing demand and trend of using mix media elements ranging from leather and marble to capiz shell and chrome in bedroom. It mentions fabric headboard on the poster bed helps soften the acrylic and metal accents. It also mentions the use of acrylic on the feet of an upholstered panel bed and the feet of case pieces.