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Oct 05, 2026 Products

Snap – finance that thinks differently

Snap Finance UK and Simba Sleep’s partnership demonstrates how inclusive, multi-lender retail credit strategies can unlock a significant sales boost,…

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Oct 05, 2026 Resources

Is the sales director job right for you?

You may be right for the job, but is the job right for you? John D Moulton, author of The Instant Sales Director – Ready from Day One, recalls the…

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Oct 05, 2026 Event Review

Germany's MOW a success, says organiser

Germany's four-day MOW exhibition concluded on 24th September, and was "characterised by momentum and a spirit of renewal", says the show's organiser.

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Oct 05, 2026 Resources

Furniture manufacturers face growing warehouse risk from fire, forklifts and stock

Furniture manufacturers are pouring money into warehousing and production capacity this year, from new distribution hubs to upgraded factory lines –…

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NEWS


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Oct 05, 2026 News

The Very Group appoints new marketing director

The Very Group, which operates digital retailers Very and Littlewoods, has announced the appointment of Beckie Crane-Stanion as its new marketing…

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Oct 02, 2026 News

DFS lines up new board chair

DFS has announced the appointment of Elizabeth McMeikan as an independent non-executive director and chair designate. Liz joins the board with…

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Oct 01, 2026 News

Sharps launches new ad campaign

Fitted furniture specialist, Sharps, has today launched its new brand platform, 'It’s What’s Inside That Counts', with creative agency Neverland and…

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Oct 01, 2026 News

BRC calls for Government to review retail's "punishing tax burden"

Retail and hospitality have the highest effective tax rates of any sector in the UK, leading to fewer jobs for young people, foregone investment, and…


EVENTS


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Oct 05, 2026 Event Preview

Meta Home Group steps up engagement

Meta Sofa is entering a new chapter, with its transition to Meta Home Group, a move that reflects the rapid expansion of the business beyond…

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Sept 28, 2026 Event Preview

MIFF aims to broaden engagement and reach

The Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) is introducing new design-focused experiences and growing its pull across international markets as…

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Sept 24, 2026 Event Preview

Explore Vietnam’s furniture, with buyer support built in

HawaExpo 2027 promises to combine a showcase of Vietnam’s latest furniture designs and verified manufacturing capabilities with dedicated support to…

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Sept 18, 2026 Event Preview

Sleepeezee addresses evolving demand

Sleepeezee is set to make a splash at this year’s Bed Show with the launch of five new collections. The premium sleep brand says each “blends…


PROFILES


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Oct 02, 2026 Profiles

Celebrating 50 years of AIS

Independent retailers are stronger together – and, for 50 years, Associated Independent Stores (AIS) has been bringing independent retailers…

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Sept 28, 2026 Profiles

How Home Spirit modernised production while preserving craft

For premium furniture manufacturer Home Spirit, every metre of linen matters, writes cutting technology specialist Lectra …

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Sept 17, 2026 Profiles

French Bedroom celebrates 20 years of "unapologetically feminine design"

Female-founded furniture brand French Bedroom is celebrating two decades in business, "remaining self-funded and independent while championing…

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Sept 14, 2026 Profiles

Think Rugs celebrates 30 years of family business and growth

Family-run rug specialist Think Rugs is celebrating 30 years in business, marking three decades of growth from a small family start-up into a modern…


INTERVIEWS


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Oct 02, 2026 Interviews

Preservation and progress at Lenleys

Kent-based independent Lenleys Home turned 90 this year, giving its principals the perfect opportunity to reflect on what had gone before, and what’s…

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Sept 29, 2026 Interviews

Back to the future with Westbridge

This summer, Whitemeadow announced the appointment of Nichola Bell to lead sales on its newly acquired Westbridge brand. As the brand’s former…

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Sept 17, 2026 Interviews

Woolroom – from sheep to sleep

Having built significant industry experience through leadership roles at Relyon and Horatio Myer & Co, Chris Tattersall joined the fledgling Woolroom…

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Sept 16, 2026 Interviews

Getting personal: Matt Randle, Dreamland Bedding Centre

Matt Randle's bed retail journey started in 2010, when he landed a part-time sales role at Dreamland Bedding Centre, in Brierley Hill near Dudley. He…


TRENDS


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Sept 28, 2026 Trends

Why the social kitchen matters to furniture retailers and designers

The kitchen is increasingly expected to support far more than food preparation – and for furniture retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and interior…

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Sept 14, 2026 Trends

Neville Johnson – fitted versus freestanding

Fitted furniture versus the freestanding alternatives? It is a decision that many deliberate when designing their homes. For Cari Bateman, senior…

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Sept 07, 2026 Trends

Ambiente takes a global view

Messe Frankfurt is taking its latest trend forecast beyond the confines of its Frankfurt exhibition grounds, bringing the Ambiente Trends 26+ to…

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Aug 19, 2026 Trends

In this month: August 2016 and 2021

From encouraging trading news to rapid retail roll-outs, Furniture News puts today’s issues in perspective, looking back at what happened in the…


PRODUCTS


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Oct 05, 2026 Products

Snap – finance that thinks differently

Snap Finance UK and Simba Sleep’s partnership demonstrates how inclusive, multi-lender retail credit strategies can unlock a significant sales boost,…

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Sept 07, 2026 Products

Delivering store roll-out distribution "on time, every time"

With over 50 years of combined experience, ADP Distribution promises reliable, cost-effective store roll-out distribution and project management…

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Sept 07, 2026 Products

Arighi Bianchi launches made-to-measure rug concept

Macclesfield furniture retailer Arighi Bianchi has become the first retailer in the UK to offer The Rug Box by The Woven Edge, a new made-to-measure…

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Sept 02, 2026 Products

Sofa Club partners with fashion creator on new range

Sofa Club is collaborating with fashion creator Lissy Roddy on a curated edit of three new statement sofas inspired by this season’s biggest fashion…

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