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May 19, 2026 News

V12 Retail Finance appoints commercial director

V12 Retail Finance, a division of Secure Trust Bank Group, has appointed Ben Harvey as commercial director. He joins from Vemi Money, where he served…

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May 19, 2026 News

Jolly's of Bath set to reopen in spring 2027

Morleys Stores has confirmed that Jolly's of Bath will reopen its doors in March 2027, marking "a significant moment for the city and the future of…

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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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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…

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NEWS


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May 19, 2026 News

V12 Retail Finance appoints commercial director

V12 Retail Finance, a division of Secure Trust Bank Group, has appointed Ben Harvey as commercial director. He joins from Vemi Money, where he served…

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May 19, 2026 News

Jolly's of Bath set to reopen in spring 2027

Morleys Stores has confirmed that Jolly's of Bath will reopen its doors in March 2027, marking "a significant moment for the city and the future of…

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May 19, 2026 News

Dusk joins Very's home product offer

Very, the online retailer operated by The Very Group, has enhanced its homeware offering by introducing Dusk.com to bolster its furniture, upholstery…

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May 14, 2026 News

Sofa Club joins FIRA

Sofa Club, one of the UK’s fastest-growing sofa retailers, has joined the Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA), reinforcing the company’s…


EVENTS


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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…

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May 14, 2026 Event Preview

Staingard – the complete furniture care story

For over 20 years, Staingard has been driven by a simple but powerful belief: “The things we use every day deserve to last.” Founded with a focus on…

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May 08, 2026 Event Preview

Long Eaton takes point

From 11-13th May, the Long Eaton Guild of Furniture Manufacturers will again host Long Point, a biannual furniture exhibition based in and around…

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May 06, 2026 Event Preview

Big Shots returns for 31st year

Big Shots, the principal furnishing industry clay pigeon shoot in aid of industry charity The Furniture Makers’ Company, is returning for its 31st…


PROFILES


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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…

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May 07, 2026 Profiles

Harrington Mill – all under one roof

At the heart of Long Eaton’s world-famous furniture industry sits Harrington Mill, an expansive, well-appointed 19th century building that evokes the…


INTERVIEWS


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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…

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May 11, 2026 Interviews

East meets West at Furnt

Joyce Cho wants to challenge the status quo. Seeing a market full of uninspired yet costly products, Joyce drew on a blend of familial Chinese…

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Apr 21, 2026 Interviews

Tony Attard speaks up

Tasked with ensuring the UK furniture industry’s needs are heard at the highest levels, Tony Attard OBE, frequent sector figurehead and group CEO of…


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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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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May 19, 2026 Products

Colour-led living from Furniture To Go

Furniture To Go says it is helping retailers tap into the growing trend for colour-led interiors with the launch of a wave of new furniture ranges in…

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Apr 09, 2026 Products

Turning operational pressure into performance

Furniture manufacturers are operating under growing pressure, writes furniture manufacturing technology pioneer, Lectra, adding that in this…

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Feb 24, 2026 Products

Introducing Ireland's first purpose-built furniture insurance solution

Warranty Expert says its Furniture+ offer is Ireland's first purpose-built furniture protection solution, combining comprehensive insurance coverage…

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