1st look at Las Vegas Market introductions and trending products
Furniture manufacturers are gearing up for the Las Vegas Market this weekend, and they are ready to bring their A-game to the first big furniture …
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Kuka Home expands production in Vietnam
Company said plant will be operational by March and increase Vietnam capacity by 30% HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam — Upholstery manufacturer Kuka Home is …
A tribute to Kevin Sauder, who led Sauder Woodworking with wisdom, integrity and heart
Last week, Kevin Sauder, who recently retired after a successful 36 years as president and CEO of Sauder Woodworking, was kind enough to send me …
The year in furniture and bedding recalls 2024
This most recent 12-month period eclipsed 2023 in the total number of units recalled and injuries reported WASHINGTON — At a glance, 2024 shaped up …
Thinking through the proposed tariffs
Vietnam, India, Mexico among the chief beneficiaries President Trump has proposed applying a 60% levy on all Chinese goods imported to the U.S., a tariff …
Industry Icons: A chat with Paul Peters of Stickley Furniture
In this new video series with industry movers and shakers, Home News Now contributor Nick Byers checks in with Paul Peters, the recently promoted director …
December housing construction activity falters from December 2023
For the full year, housing completions were up 12.4% compared to a year earlier, while the issuing of building permits and housing starts were both …
Home furnishings organizations, retailers support wildfire relief efforts
LOS ANGELES — A number of furniture and retail brands have begun efforts to provide support for victims of the wildfires that have ravaged Southern …
Barriers retailers may face in implementing AI and possible solutions to those challenges
In my most recent column, I outlined a variety of ways that furniture retailers could boost their bottom lines with the help of artificial intelligence. …
December furniture retail sales see a strong rebound
8.4% year-over-year increase is the highest in almost 2 years and the 4th straight month of yearly gains WASHINGTON — Furniture store sales had their …
