February 7,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Green, Industry 
The Sustainable Furnishings Council is sponsoring a Feb. 16 webinar focusing on the Responsible Down Standard, a voluntary global standard aimed at eliminating live-plucking and force-feeding of animals in the down and feather supply chain.
February 6,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Economic News, Industry
A slowdown in Gross Domestic Product growth and employment growth has contributed to lackluster furniture sales -- particularly in the third quarter of 2016 -- according to data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
February 6,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Industry, Special Events
The International Home Furnishings Representatives Assn. will honor Ashley Furniture executive Kerry Lebensburger, Nebraska Furniture Mart CEO Irv Blumkin, and former IHFRA President Mike Root at its annual awards gala during the April High Point Market.
February 6,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Industry, Special Events
North Carolina artist Bob Timberlake and Century Furniture have designed a special anniversary edition furniture piece to help celebrate Timberlake’s 80th birthday.
February 6,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Carpets / Rugs, Industry, Product, Special Events
Rug and home décor resource Surya received a Visual Design Award for its AmericasMart showroom at last month’s Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market.
February 6,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Financial Reports, Industry
Retailer HH Gregg (NYSE: HHG) said it has been notified by the New York Stock Exchange that it could be de-listed because it no longer meets certain NYSE listing requirements.
February 3,
2017 by Larry Thomas in Business Strategy, Industry
La-Z-Boy (NYSE: LZB) said it will invest about $26 million in its Dayton, Tenn., factory over the next three years, building a new Innovation Center and making a variety of upgrades and renovations to the 44-year-old facility.