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Jun 15, 2026 News

Tempur UK pays tribute to former MD Jacqui Stefanov

Jacqui Stefanov, Tempur UK’s MD from 1995-2015, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on 13th June at the age of 58, reports the bedding…

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Jun 15, 2026 News

Retail CEOs call for urgent action on youth unemployment

Over 80 of Britain's biggest retail CEOs have told the Prime Minister that Government policies are making it harder to hire young people.

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Jun 15, 2026 Resources

So much more than coils and foam

Bed retailers struggling to connect with their customers could do with reminding themselves that they are selling much more than just an object,…

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Jun 15, 2026 Resources

Claire Kelly on flammability regulation reform

In June's issue, Furniture News shared a range of viewpoints on the likely upcoming reforms to the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety)…

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NEWS


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Jun 15, 2026 News

Tempur UK pays tribute to former MD Jacqui Stefanov

Jacqui Stefanov, Tempur UK’s MD from 1995-2015, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on 13th June at the age of 58, reports the bedding…

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Jun 15, 2026 News

Retail CEOs call for urgent action on youth unemployment

Over 80 of Britain's biggest retail CEOs have told the Prime Minister that Government policies are making it harder to hire young people.

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Jun 15, 2026 News

KBB group appoints new country manager for Ireland

KBB specialist Danesmoor Group, which owns PWS Distributors, Life Kitchens and the Danesmoor Agency, has appointed Paul Lupari as its country manager…

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Jun 15, 2026 News

Product relevance helps The Cotswold Company shine in FY26

Digitally led handcrafted furniture and homeware brand The Cotswold Company says it "significantly outperformed the broader home and furniture…


EVENTS


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Jun 12, 2026 Event Preview

Why backing women in furniture is a growth strategy, not a side project

The Women in Furniture Network (WIFN) returns to Manchester Furniture Show in 2026 by popular demand, bringing together industry professionals for…

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Jun 10, 2026 Event Preview

MFS promises to deliver returns on relationships

When it comes to the world of furniture retail, exhibitions still deliver, says the team behind the Manchester Furniture Show, which returns to…

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Jun 09, 2026 Event Preview

Northpoint set to return to Scotland this autumn

The Northpoint Furniture & Bed Show, Scotland's trade fair for the region's retailers, suppliers, manufacturers and agents, will return from 11-13th…

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Jun 04, 2026 Event Preview

Charity tug of war tournament and family fun day returns

The race is on for furnishing industry businesses to assemble their strongest teams and compete for tug of war glory at The Furniture Makers’…


PROFILES


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Jun 10, 2026 Profiles

Lenleys Home celebrates 90th anniversary

Independent furniture retailer Lenleys Home is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year, marking nine decades of continuous trading and family…

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Jun 08, 2026 Profiles

MDF manufacturer celebrates 50th anniversary

Engineered wood panel manufacturer MEDITE SMARTPLY is celebrating 50 years of manufacturing MDF for the European and global markets.

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Jun 04, 2026 Profiles

Bespoke birch – how plywood shaped a co-workspace fit-out

WISA-Birch plywood from James Latham takes centre stage in the bespoke furniture for Southspace, a new co-working venture set inside a Dorking…

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May 28, 2026 Profiles

Gascoigne Designs – where craftsmanship still matters

Gascoigne Designs exemplifies Long Eaton upholstery manufacture. Founded in 1989, the family-owned business has worked closely with stockists and…


INTERVIEWS


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Jun 08, 2026 Interviews

Getting personal: Sophie Rose, Magnet

Sophie is the CEO of kitchen specialist Magnet, and the first female leader in the company’s history. Magnet was acquired by Alteri Investors (which…

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Jun 03, 2026 Interviews

From Amazon to artisan – Anushka Mahanti's FableRoom

Anushka Mahanti co-founded FableRoom in April 2025, stepping away from a decade spent in consumer businesses including Amazon and Arla Foods to build…

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Jun 01, 2026 Interviews

Built to last – Kit Cook introduces CloseCo

With growing consumer appetite for sustainable furniture, newcomer Close Company (CloseCo) is challenging fast furniture culture by prioritising…

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May 21, 2026 Interviews

Getting Personal: Steve Pickering, Sussex Beds

Regular Furniture News contributor Steve joined the family bed retail business in 1989. Since taking the lead at Sussex Beds in 2014, the…


TRENDS


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May 14, 2026 Trends

Furniture Village reports pre-World Cup spike in sofa searches

In the run-up to the FIFA 2026 World Cup, many Brits are flocking to find the perfect sofa to elevate their viewing experience, reports Furniture…

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Mar 04, 2026 Trends

Furniture trend forecast 2026-27: Amy Pelan, Press Loft

When developing and deploying new furniture and furnishings, it pays to look ahead. With consumer tastes taking several new directions in 2026-27,…

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Feb 05, 2026 Trends

Furniture trend forecast 2026-27: Tom Bourne, Select First

When developing and deploying new furniture and furnishings, it pays to look ahead. With consumer tastes taking several new directions in 2026-27,…

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Jan 18, 2026 Trends

Furniture trend forecast 2026-27: Elena Mellowes, Oak Furnitureland

When developing and deploying new furniture and furnishings, it pays to look ahead. With consumer tastes taking several new directions in 2026-27,…


PRODUCTS


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Jun 15, 2026 Products

New arrivals keep Bluebone’s offer fresh

Bluebone says its summer season is shaping up to be an exciting time this year, with plenty of events on the calendar still to come …

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Jun 01, 2026 Products

ADP’s "superhero" furniture installation service

ADP provides reliable furniture assembly and installation services across the UK, helping businesses transform workspaces quickly and efficiently.

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May 27, 2026 Products

Mlily’s Natural Sleep Series

Nature meets innovation in Mlily’s Natural Sleep Series. Designed to bring a natural tone to its product range while enhancing consumer appeal, the…

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May 20, 2026 Products

This year's Design Guild Mark holders announced

The Design Guild Mark Awards Ceremony 2026 took place last night in the Arper UK showroom during Clerkenwell Design Week, celebrating the latest…

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