Why we should rethink the ‘No Buy 2025’ movement
In my last column, I called attention to the “No Buy 2025” movement and why I think this could hurt our industry. I explained the …
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New traveling exhibit at AHF Hall of Fame highlights role of polyurethane foam in furniture, bedding industries
HIGH POINT — A new traveling exhibit exploring the major role that polyurethane foam plays in providing comfort and support to furniture and mattresses is …
10 out of 10 with Kenny Larson, president and CEO of Slumberland Furniture
Here Home News Now contributor Mark Schumacher interviews the top executive of Slumberland, which has 127 stores in 12 states. Here, Larson talks about managing …
Shooting Bebe’s: Just who is BB BHF?
Pinboarding the FRG bankruptcy continues … In the last column, we dug through some of the 1,200 or so court filings in the Franchise Group bankruptcy to …
AHF Hall of Fame elects new officers, board members
HIGH POINT — The Board of Directors of the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame Foundation Inc. has elected new officers and board members for …
Industry experts, associations answer questions, eliminate some confusion regarding tariffs
Communications aim to help industry stay up-to-date on key issues regarding these moves that will impact global trade HIGH POINT — In recent alerts to …
Revisiting the mystery at the heart of the Franchise Group bankruptcy
You might recall that 15 months ago, we used this space to erect a metaphorical pinboard or “murderwall” like those found in procedural crime dramas. Our quest …
Thoughts on the M&A market for furniture in 2025
HIGH POINT — We believe we are on the cusp of a new M&A wave, and our team is gearing up for a huge season …
CPSC announces recall of 220 dressers sold on Wayfair.com
Units pose tip-over, entrapment hazard to children if not properly anchored to the wall WASHINGTON — The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced …
Sustainable Furnishings Council to participate in Interzum 2025
COLOGNE, Germany – The Sustainable Furnishings Council is participating in Interzum 2025, the premier international trade fair for furniture production and interior design, scheduled for …
