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Sept 15, 2026 Resources

Your ad spend is only as good as your checkout

Could your website checkout be the difference between a successful promotion and a disappointing one? William Sharp, account manager at performance…

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Sept 11, 2026 Resources

Building ercol's long-term talent pipeline

With furniture manufacturers across the UK grappling with skills shortages and an ageing workforce, building a sustainable future takes early…

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Sept 09, 2026 Resources

NBF research confirms squeeze on consumer spending

The latest survey conducted by the National Bed Federation (NBF) on consumer mattress buying habits confirms that the cost of living crisis is…

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Sept 09, 2026 Resources

How sliding hardware shapes custom wardrobe design

Custom wardrobes are increasingly popular among homeowners seeking efficient storage that suits modern interiors, writes Sadie Smith, who adds that…

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Sept 08, 2026 Resources

Retailer relaunches interior design service, informed by AI

New research commissioned by Barker & Stonehouse, as it relaunches its interior design service, has revealed that 61% of UK adults have used AI for…

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Sept 07, 2026 Resources

The problem with generic retail software

Furniture and bedding retail is unlike almost any other sector, so it requires a management platform designed specifically for its needs, says…

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Sept 02, 2026 Resources

Selling sleep (not just beds)

It may be a crowded and ever-changing market, but there are plenty of opportunities for good bed retailers to stand out, explains retail strategist…

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Sept 02, 2026 Resources

What are confirmat screws, and what are they used for?

Confirmat screws are one-piece furniture screws designed for the perpendicular joining of wood-based panels, such as MDF, plywood, and standard…

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Sept 01, 2026 Resources

Bed Buyer 2026: The essential bed industry supplement

If you’re in beds, you won’t want to sleep on the newness hitting the Bed Show this month. In this year’s Bed Buyer – Furniture News’ supplement…

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Sept 01, 2026 Resources

September's issue: Retail renaissance

In 2023, pan-European retailer Poltronesofà announced its entry to the UK via the acquisition of ScS, and last month it shared its latest financials,…

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Aug 20, 2026 Resources

Sleep expert suggests how bed retailers can help combat orthosomnia

With 49% of Britons reporting they do not get enough sleep, and a further estimated 14 million people living with undiagnosed sleep disorders,…

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Aug 20, 2026 Resources

Furniture retailers urged to look beyond BNPL

Furniture retailers relying solely on buy now, pay later (BNPL) risk missing sales and limiting how much customers are prepared to spend, according…

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