Ashley plans Las Vegas superstore
At 100,00 square feet on two levels, Ashley’s fifth store in the market is shaping up to be one of, if not, the largest showrooms …
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Wyrmwood plans broad furniture expansion despite shuttering Keystone
The upscale gaming furniture’s new CEO responds to questions about the abrupt end to Keystone Designer Furniture just months after acquisition. Updated March 24: Wrymwood …
Furniture stores notch a nearly 9% gain in February
WASHINGTON — February sales for U.S. furniture and home furnishings stores jumped 8.9% from the same month a year ago. It was the ninth monthly …
American Freight losses weigh on Franchise Group’s Q4, 2020 results
But comp sales up as FRG prepares American Freight franchising push ORLANDO, Fla. — Franchise Group, the owner of American Freight, Buddy’s Home Furnishings and …
Classic Home plans domestic upholstery this fall following Braxton Culler buy
HIGH POINT — Classic Home’s acquisition of the upper-end Braxton Culler here this week sets the stage for production of its own domestic upholstery line, …
Corsicana celebrates 50th anniversary by giving back to local communities
Mattress company launches employee-driven “Corsicana Cares” initiative DALLAS – In honor of its 50th anniversary, leading mattress manufacturer Corsicana Mattress will celebrate the milestone by launching “Corsicana …
Industry leaders, friends remember Best Home’s Lange
The co-founder of Best Chairs, who died March 6, is remembered for his quiet leadership HUNTINGBURG, Ind. — Liam Waters remembers the first time he …
Premarket sponsors anticipating strong spring attendance
HIGH POINT— The High Point Premarket committee is reporting strong interest from invited buyers in advance of the spring event, which this year has shifted …
ISP speeds Covid vaccines to staff
CHICAGO — Bedding producer Illinois Sleep Products here has covered costs to quickly get Covid-19 vaccines into the arms of all employees and contractors who …
Stevens joins Primo as strategic sales manager
MONTREAL — Industry retail veteran Tony Stevens has joined Primo International as strategic sales manager, a new position for home furnishings importer. His responsibilities include …
