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Think Profit! -Part 2: Your Balance Sheet

An in-depth look at how to analyze one of your three critical financial statements: the Balance Sheet.

Plug In To Domestic: Sell More Made In America Furniture

If you’ve made a decision to take advantage of the uptrend in furniture production and sales of Made in USA and Made in Canada furniture, this article is a must-read.

Ninety Seconds To Success Series: Your Biggest Competitor

"Who is your biggest competitor?" We answer this question and explain why seemingly small things in the “profession of persuasion” make a significant difference.

Charitable Giving: A Hope To Dream

Interview with Kendra Maggert, Interactive Marketing Manager, Ashley HomeStores, Ltd., the first in a series focusing on furniture industry charitable initiatives.

Mattress Wars - Part 2

How can you benefit from changing mattress retailing trends? By embracing them.

Employee Theft

Theft is a big problem in our industry. Here are simple ways to protect your business.

Retail Success Stories - Part 12

This series, commemorating Furniture World’s 142nd year of publishing, continues with the interesting history of iconic Massachusetts based retailer Bernie & Phyl’s.

Article Marketing - Part 1

It’s a totally free, awareness-building tool that draws ideal clients right to your door.

Selling Better Bedding & Mattresses Series - Power Bases

Part six of Furniture World’s selling better bedding series features expert sales tips and techniques that will help you to increase attachment rates on power bases.

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Furniture Industry Events  Furniture Industry Events

International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF)

5/19/2012

Showtime™, High Point's Semi-Annual Fabric Market

6/3/2012

City of Hope 21st annual West Coast Golf and Tennis Tournament

6/4/2012

China Furniture & Woodworks 2012

6/8/2012

KEM Irving, TX Furniture & Accessory Market

6/10/2012

Real Wood Furniture Show

6/12/2012

Dallas Total Home & Gift Market

6/20/2012
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Furniture Industry Forum  Trade Message Board

Observations On Current Bedding Sales Practices

Posted 4/30/2012

Seeking Replacement Outdoor Cushions For Customer

Posted 4/29/2012

Large NE Furniture Retailer Needs To Find Repair Techs

Posted 4/24/2012

Made In America Furniture

Posted 4/13/2012

Priorities in Dealing with Chinese

Posted 4/2/2012
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Furniture Consumer Forum  Consumer Message Board

Thomasville Chateau Provence

Posted 5/15/2012

Young-Hinkle

Posted 5/14/2012

Used Chest of Drawers

Posted 5/14/2012
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Volume 142 NO.2 March/April 2012 issue cover photo

Cover Photo: Featured is a rug from Surya’s Banshee line, a blend of mid-century style meets fresh contemporary. Constructed from 100% New Zealand wool and hand-tufted, this rug features earth tones and organic swirls, with just enough pizazz for a neutral room that needs a breath of fresh air. Visit Surya's website.


Furniture Industry News  Furniture Industry News

Leon's Reports Same Store Sales Decrease For Quarter

5/15/2012
Same store sales were down 0.7% from the prior year first quarter. Major renovations are underway and new store construction is planned.

Art Van Furniture Breaks Ground On 10,000 Square Foot Design Center

5/15/2012
The expansion of the Royal Oak store will transform a large portion of the parking structure into a magnificent Scott Shuptrine Interiors showplace.

Feizy Rugs Announces Consumer Rug Design Contest

5/14/2012
The company recently announced its first annual design contest via Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

What to Do When You’re Hated at Work

5/14/2012
Is someone in your retail organization trying to get you fired, make you look bad, or just cause you frustration and self-doubt?

Caber Sure Fit Appoints Industry Veteran Mark Dentale To Lead Sales Effort In U.S.

5/14/2012
Just prior to joining Caber Sure Fit, Dentale served as vice president of sales for Natura World.

Recently Completed 29th China International Furniture Fair (Guangzhou) Reports 26% Growth

5/14/2012
Show attracts 178,036 professional buyers from all over the world, including 136,966 domestic buyers and 41,070 overseas buyers as well as delegations from Turkey, Japan, South Africa and the large furniture sourcing distributors in mainland China.

Aaron's Honors Military Service Personnel

5/13/2012
Retailer partners with with the Armed Forces Foundation (AFF) and Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). Debuts NASCAR entry with patriotic theme.

Banner Furniture Brief #10: Ideas For Using Pinterest

5/13/2012
Create separate boards in Pinterest featuring ideas for kitchens, living rooms, children’s rooms, and so on.

Weekly Furniture Management Tip # 41 - A Good Leader...

5/13/2012
More management tips for increasing employee productivity in your furniture operations.

Beijing Home Fashion and Decor Exhibition Focuses On Chinese Furniture And Interior Design Trends

5/12/2012
The July show 12-14 show will feature symposiums, design contests and themed interior design display zones.

Watkins & Shepard Trucking Announces New Service for Manitoba and Northwest Ontario

5/12/2012
Shipments will be consolidated in Conover for direct delivery to Winnipeg Warehouse & Distribution located in Winnipeg, MB.

Weekly Furniture World Media Note #34 from Lance Hanish - MobileFirst: In-Store Messaging Particularly Influential For Moms

5/12/2012
Recent research shows that in-store messaging is influential in driving impulse buys, and new survey data from SymphonyIRI released in April 2012 indicates in-store messaging has a keen influence on mothers’ brand decisions.

Robb & Stucky International Begins Construction of Naples Showroom

5/12/2012
Robb & Stucky International is building a new 60,000-square-foot, two-level showroom in downtown Naples.

Jaithan Kochar Named Marketing And Public Relations Manager Of Grange Furniture, Inc.

5/12/2012
He will oversee the company's integration of brand management, including publicity, marketing, advertising, special promotions, social media and events.

Nationwide Partners with DAC Products To Provide Modular Display Products & Store Fixtures

5/11/2012
The Products are built from the same materials so they can be used in every area of a showroom to create an inviting shopping experience.

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