La-Z-Boy to exit non-core case goods, upholstery segments
Move would impact American Drew and Kincaid wood furniture divisions, Kincaid upholstery and the company’s UK upholstery manufacturing operations MONROE, Mich. — La-Z-Boy has announced …
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Home News Now Editor-in-Chief Thomas Russell has covered the furniture industry for 25 years at various daily and weekly consumer and trade publications. He can be reached at tom@homenewsnow.com and at 336-508-4616.
Domestic upholstery producers see increased interest amid tariffs on soft goods
Some market visitors were drawn to US manufacturers because of their largely tariff-free finished products HIGH POINT — The reality of Section 232 tariffs on …
CPSC announces table and chair recalls
Units can collapse under weight, posing fall and injury hazards WASHINGTON — While much of the government recall attention of late has been on potentially …
Ashley names Ruff Thomas VP of sales for stationary upholstery, accessories
ARCADIA, Wis. — Ashley Furniture has hired Ruff Thomas as vice president of sales for stationary upholstery and accessories for the East Coast region. He …
Consumer safety groups weigh in on recent clothing storage unit recalls
Safety advocates voice concern that lightweight units featuring fabric drawer construction are being sold online WASHINGTON — Consumer safety advocates have weighed in on the …
After 50 years, Jofran continues to create affordable luxury
Latest High Point Market illustrates how the company’s diverse sourcing platform creates style and value for its customers HIGH POINT — As a longtime industry reporter …
Currey & Co. names Mary Wilson VP, key accounts
ATLANTA — Lighting, furniture and home décor specialist Currey & Co. has named Mary Wilson vice president of key accounts. She began her new role …
Hekman, Howard Miller will long be remembered for their style, quality
Closure represents the ongoing demise of well-known and respected brands in the industry HIGH POINT — News earlier this past summer of the planned closure …
Bozeman, Montana: Home of Gibson Acoustic, Music Villa and now — Arhaus
12,000-square-foot store in Gallatin Crossing is the lifestyle retailer’s first in the state BOZEMAN, Mont. — Gibson Acoustic, Music Villa and now — finally — …
NRF report says furniture store sales fell 1.7% from October 2024
Total retail sales excluding automobile dealers and gasoline stations are estimated to be up 5% from same period last year WASHINGTON — Furniture store sales …
