October furniture store sales rise 0.4%
WASHINGTON — Year-over-year furniture store sales barely budged in the month of October compared to a year ago, reflecting the tepid state of the business …
Category: Up Close
Up-close features stories focused on a specific subject that offer insight from people close to it.
Parker Goss named president at Hickory Chair
HICKORY, N.C. — Luxury furniture manufacturer Hickory Chair has promoted industry veteran Parker Goss to the position of president. He previously was vice president merchandising …
What to know about upcoming PFAS regulations
As PFAS chemicals are becoming regulated in states across the nation, it’s helpful to know what the regulations are, why they are being instated and …
Tommy Leflein shares thoughts on his 45 years as an industry rep
Editor’s note: During IHFRA’s 26th annual Furniture Industry Awards Gala on Oct. 21, long-time industry sales representative Tommy Leflein received the Distinguished Service Award. The …
U.S. revokes Russia’s status as a market economy
Move will affect how the Department of Commerce handles Russia in future antidumping investigations WASHINGTON, D.C. — The United States Department of Commerce said this …
John Conrad to retire from International Society of Furniture Designers
David Blair will fill position of executive director Jan. 1, 2023 HIGH POINT — After more than 13 years of service and leadership, John Conrad …
American Leather’s new seating, sofa beds have retro vibe that offers style, comfort
With its latest products, American Leather is tapping into two key trends — consumers’ need for flexible furnishings that allow them to adapt their spaces for a …
Horizon Home eliminates equipment surcharges
PHOENIX, Ariz. — Case goods and upholstery manufacturer Horizon Home said it is eliminating all existing equipment surcharges from future invoices effective Nov. 11. The …
Importer to pay $3.25M in settlement over alleged evasion of tariffs on China-made furniture
CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. — An importer and reseller of Chinese-made furniture and other goods has agreed to pay $3.25 million to the U.S. government …
Sherwin-Williams reaches agreement to buy Specialized Industrial Coatings Holding
CLEVELAND — Paint and wood coatings specialist Sherwin-Williams said it has reached an agreement to purchase German-based Specialized Industrial Coatings Holding. SIC is a Peter …
