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Jun 01, 2026 Resources

Protecting manufacturing margins through automated workforce tracking

British manufacturing has not had it easy over the last few years – but, with predictions that the tide is about to turn, companies can protect their…

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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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Jun 01, 2026 Event Review

Inspiring Makers champions the future of craft

More than 130 people in the design and furniture making industry came together on 13th May at the Guildhall in Bath for the fifth annual Inspiring…

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Jun 01, 2026 Event Preview

Shaping the Irish furniture market's future

For more than a decade, the Irish Furniture & Homewares Show has been at the heart of Ireland’s furniture industry, bringing retailers, suppliers and…

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NEWS


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May 29, 2026 News

Court endorses CMA action as Emma Sleep agrees to change sales practices

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has secured a settlement with Emma Sleep after the company admitted it broke consumer law by using…

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May 29, 2026 News

Wayfair UK partners with Leicester Tigers

Wayfair UK has today announced a new partnership with Leicester Tigers, becoming the club’s official Home Furniture and Décor Partner from the…

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May 29, 2026 News

Rising costs an emerging challenge but optimism prevails, says BFA

Furniture manufacturers are retaining a level of optimism for the coming months, despite overall trade being worse than this time last year,…

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May 28, 2026 News

Readers' Choice Awards 2026 deadline nears

There's just over a week left to cast your votes in this year's Reader's Choice Awards, Furniture News' annual celebration of the industry's…


EVENTS


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Jun 01, 2026 Event Preview

Shaping the Irish furniture market's future

For more than a decade, the Irish Furniture & Homewares Show has been at the heart of Ireland’s furniture industry, bringing retailers, suppliers and…

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Jun 01, 2026 Event Preview

NBF calls for entries for 2026 Bed Industry Awards

The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced the eight categories for its 2026 Bed Industry Awards, which aim to honour the brightest and best…

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May 28, 2026 Event Preview

Why mid-year buying matters more than ever

The Manchester Furniture Show returns to Manchester Central on 5–6th July, and promises to deliver a multitude of business opportunities for…

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May 19, 2026 Event Preview

Seize the mid-year buying advantage at Manchester Furniture Show

Registration is now open for Manchester Furniture Show 2026, returning to Manchester Central on 5-6th July for two days of “serious sourcing and…


PROFILES


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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…

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May 14, 2026 Profiles

Small but mighty – Long Eaton's unsung upholsterers

The biannual Long Point show is a fantastic event that draws attention to some of the biggest names in Long Eaton upholstery – but in addition to…

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May 13, 2026 Profiles

GNG Group – where ideas become reality

Performance foam specialist GNG Group, based in Normanton, West Yorkshire, is known for its Komfi mattress brand, sustainable processes and links to…

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May 12, 2026 Profiles

How Simba Dreamspace is making a difference

When Simba first launched Dreamspace, its research showed that more than one in 10 children in the UK were living in bed poverty, meaning a good…


INTERVIEWS


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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…

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May 14, 2026 Interviews

Clare Miles' sofas with soul

Clare Miles lives and breathes upholstery design. Having collaborated with heavyweights including QFC, Siren, Alpha Designs, Westbridge, Meridian and…

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May 13, 2026 Interviews

Getting personal: Wayne Robbins, Iconography

After graduating in law, Wayne Robbins turned his hand to research at recruiter Oryx Executive Search, before joining ecommerce and omnichannel…


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 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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May 19, 2026 Products

Think Rugs leads premium washable rug movement

Think Rugs is expanding its licensed portfolio with a series of design-led machine-washable collections created exclusively with Sanderson Design…

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