Furniture store sales rise 5.2% from August 2024
Innovation Living purchase of Hestbaek expands offerings for High Point Market
CPSC issues warning to public about defective tip-over restraints
Premarket unveils aggressive new product introductions
Fall edition of CIN kicks off with a look at how consumers view the economy
10 out 10 with Raffi Holzer, co-owner of Palazzo Ai
Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the executive about how companies need to interact internally with AI and what it can mean for their…
Mortgage bankers survey shows housing affordability rose in July
National median mortgage payment fell by $13 from July 2024 and was down by $45 from June WASHINGTON —Housing affordability rose in July, according to…
Cascale acquires assets of Sustainable Furnishings Council
Organizations said members can continue to benefit from SFC's extensive services, with expanded global support and expertise from Cascale HONG KONG — Nonprofit sustainability alliance…
Top 30 unsecured creditors in Walker Edison bankruptcy owed $18.4 million
Companies represent a mix of suppliers including warehouse and logistics service providers to overseas furniture and hardware producers WILMINGTON, Del. — The Top 30 unsecured…
Fall edition of CIN kicks off with a look at how consumers view the economy
More than 75% of all prospective furniture shoppers view economic conditions as poor or fair, which could impact their decision to buy in the 2nd…
Highland Cabinetry survey shows that more than 82% of respondents had regrets about their choice of a home PHOENIX, Ariz. — Most homeowners have come…
AICO names Tammy Hein director, design and development for soft goods
PICO RIVERA, Calif. — Full-line furniture resource AICO has named Tammy Hein as director of design and development for soft goods, reporting to Michael Amini,…
Ken Donham promoted to senior vice president, operations at Hooker Furnishings
MARTINSVILLE, Va. — Industry veteran Ken Donham has been promoted to senior vice president of operations at Hooker Furnishings. Ken Donham He has been with…
Innovation Living purchase of Hestbaek expands offerings for High Point Market
The 2 Danish upholstery brands will be showing in Space 300 of 220 Elm HIGH POINT — Danish sofa-bed and occasional chair specialist Innovation Living…
Ashley Furniture replaces tariff surcharges with updated price increases
Rates range from 3.5% on mattresses to 12% on import dining, occasional tables and outdoor furniture ARCADIA, Wis. — Ashley Furniture has announced to dealers…
CPSC issues warning to public about defective tip-over restraints
Units made in China by Cranach Hardware and sold on Amazon can fail and break, potentially resulting in furniture tip-overs that pose serious harm to…
Ashley Furniture replaces tariff surcharges with updated price increases
Rates range from 3.5% on mattresses to 12% on import dining, occasional tables and outdoor furniture ARCADIA, Wis. — Ashley Furniture has announced to dealers…
A first look at products to see at Las Vegas Market
In a challenging business environment, Las Vegas Market exhibitors are bringing new and trending designs that will help diversify retailers' floors and give them unique…
Product highlights from April High Point Market
In the week or more that we attend market, much of our time is spent looking at new product that's also being seen by retailers…
DeYoung Interiors to close after 97 years in business
ST. JOHN, Ind. — DeYoung Interiors prepares for the end of an era after 97 years as a family-owned business and three generations of exceptional service. The…
AVB BrandSource names Michael Posa VP, home furnishings distribution
SECAUCUS, N.J. – AVB BrandSource, the nation’s largest merchandising and marketing co-op for independent home goods dealers, has named Michael Posa vice president of home…

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Furniture store sales rise 5.2% from August 2024
Strong year-over-year sales activity aligns with reports from retailers of a strong August that continued into the Labor Day holiday weekend WASHINGTON — Furniture store…
Mortgage bankers survey shows housing affordability rose in July
National median mortgage payment fell by $13 from July 2024 and was down by $45 from June WASHINGTON —Housing affordability rose in July, according to…