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December 22,
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By Home Furnishings Business in on December 23, 2008
The Fifth Annual Share the Warmth Blanket Drive collected more than 3,000 blankets, sheets, comforters, pillows and towels for the Family Place shelter in Dallas.
The drive came to a close with a donation of bedding and bath linens valued at more than $20,000 from Dallas-based Peacock Alley, which specializes in high-end sheets and bedding products.
The drive is spearheaded by the Sleep Experts chain, a third-generation mattress retailer with 33 locations in the Dallas area that received donations from customers.
"Through their generosity and the amazing donation from Peacock Alley, we are able to provide this simple but essential gift of warmth to thousands of families in crisis," said Christine Cook, president, Sleep Experts.
The Family Place's Executive Director Paige Flink said, "We are so grateful to Sleep Experts, Peacock Alley and the people of Dallas who came out to 'share the warmth' this year."
December 22,
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By Home Furnishings Business in Acquisition on December 23, 2008
Belwith Products LLC, Grandville, Mich., which was formed by management personnel from Hickory Hardware, has acquired hardware vendor Hickory Hardware from Melrose plc for an undisclosed amount.
Belwith Products will design and market Hickory Hardware brand cabinet, door, security and builder's hardware, as well as legacy brands Belwith, Belwith-Keeler, First Watch, Period Brass, Designer Collection and Keeler Brass, to retail, distribution, showroom, co-op and OEM channels in the United States and Canada.
"Our customers are very supportive of this change in ownership," said Andy Fedor, partner and president, Belwith Products. "This move is a return to our roots in Michigan, where we forged our reputation for a high level of service and for supply chain efficiency. We are committed to continuing our design leadership in the industry while providing the best quality products and programs to our customers in an on-time and complete manner."
December 22,
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By Home Furnishings Business in on December 23, 2008
Harris Family Furniture Presented the New Hampshire Food Bank last week with a check for $1,900. On Tuesday, Dec. 16, members of the Harris Family visited the NH Food Bank to present the check, according to local reports.
It's only the first installment of donations from the retailer's December fundraiser, in which in return for a $50 donation, customers at Harris Family Furniture get $200 off recliner purchases. The retailer matches each donation to the Food Bank.
Each $50 donation can generate 200 meals for those in need. The fundraiser continues until Dec. 31 at Harris Family Furniture stores in Plymouth, Laconia and Chichester, N.H.
December 22,
2008 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in on December 23, 2008
Aaron's will partner with the Atlanta Fire Foundation to deliver furniture and kitchen appliances to Fire Station 10 in Dekalb County on Tuesday, RTO Online reported.
The goods include a coffee table, two end tables, two recliners for the front office, a new television, three refrigerators, two new sofas, 12 lamps, 12 end tables, 12 new mattresses and two office desks.
"I would like to take this opportunity to say thanks," said Captain Greg Gray of Station 10. "As you are well aware, this is a difficult time for city employees. Here in Atlanta, the members of each station have relied on companies and individuals like Aaron's to purchase and/or donate furniture for the fire stations."
The gift is part of Aaron's Community Outreach Program (ACORP), a national program that's almost 10 years old.
December 22,
2008 by in UnCategorized
By Home Furnishings Business in on December 23, 2008
Twin-Star is expanding into a new corporate office, more than doubling its work space. The supplier of electric fireplaces and media consoles credits increased sales for the investment.
"We are fortunate that in this tough economic climate, our sales continue to improve,” said Mark Asofsky, president and founder of Twin-Star. "Without question, the time is right for us to invest further in our growth. The expansion plans also include bringing on more personnel to boost progress and efficiency."
Asofsky said the new employees will specialize in design, consumer support and Web-based services.
The company attributes its momentum to its ClassicFlame fireplace division that has seen an uptick in business.
At the Fall High Point Market, Twin-Star doubled its Plaza Suites space to make room for its Tresanti media consoles.