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  • Today's Budget lands at a moment when UK furniture retail is already walking a tightrope. Wage bills continue to rise, operating costs refuse to settle and consumer confidence remains fragile. Indepen ...
  • What if the colours you choose could shape not just a space, but the way people feel the moment they step into it? In 2026, colour continues to do exactly that. It sets the mood, builds connection, an ...
  • Tell us about yourself and your brand. How long have you been in business? PURE Designs is a family-run company producing luxury contemporary furniture in Spain since 1988. How did your company begin? ...
  • As ESG commitments move from theory to practice, 2026 is shaping up to be the year when furniture retailers double down on two powerful, interconnected priorities: circular design and digital traceabi ...
  • A major update to the UK’s Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations came into effect on 30 October 2025, introducing changes that every retailer should be aware of. From product exclusion ...
  • The logistics landscape for UK furniture in 2026 is being redrawn. Efficiency, speed, and sustainability now sit at the heart of competitiveness, and those who master logistics are fast becoming the i ...
  • In 2025, British furniture design stands at the intersection of heritage, innovation, and global opportunity. Long admired for its artistry and integrity, the UK’s furniture, furnishings, and flooring ...
  • The UK’s biggest furniture trade show returns this January From 18–21 January 2026, the January Furniture Show returns to the NEC Birmingham, bringing together the UK’s largest showcase of furniture a ...
  • This month, Hafren Furnishers proudly celebrates 60 years as Wales’s largest independent furniture retailer, a milestone built on strong community ties, entrepreneurial spirit and an unwavering focus ...
  • Delivery is where it all comes together, or falls apart. It’s the moment that defines the customer experience. For furniture retailers, getting it right means more than just moving stock. It means del ...
  • BFA Members Shine at the Manchester Furniture Show 2025

    02 Jul 2025 The British Furniture Association
    This July, the Manchester Furniture Show (MFS) returns to Manchester Central, bringing together the best of the UK furniture industry for two days of inspiration, networking, and summer sourcing. We’r ...
  • The British Furniture Association (BFA) stands at the heart of a vibrant and dynamic industry, proudly serving as the voice of the UK furniture sector. Our mission is clear: to support British furnitu ...
  • Tell us about yourself and your brand. How long have you been in business? My name is Mandy Gui, and I’m part of the Business Development team at PICK4U LTD, based in the UK.   How did your company be ...
  • With over 30 years in the trade, Sofa Connections continues to champion British-made quality through stylish, durable designs. Ahead of Manchester Furniture Show 2025, they share their story, latest c ...
  • How do you maintain a space that feels fresh, current, and yet deeply personal? The answer often lies in the colours you choose—and in 2025, those choices are speaking volumes. Colour is more than a v ...
  • Urbanisation is reshaping the face of British living—and with it, the expectations customers place on furniture. As cities grow taller and homes grow smaller, particularly in urban hubs, the question ...
  •   The UK furniture market is poised for significant growth, with a projected value of over USD 24.25 billion by 2025. With such an expansive market ahead, independent furniture brands face an importan ...
  • Tell us about yourself and your brand. How long have you been in business? Sofa Connections has been supplying the trade with sofas of the highest quality for over 30 years With brothers Brian and Pau ...
  • Digital Meets Display

    28 May 2025
      Standing out in furniture retail today means more than just being visible. For UK independents, it’s about showing up where your customers are, online and in-store, with a clear message, strong bran ...
  • How are things looking in your shop window right now? Are you holding steady, chasing stock, or already thinking about Christmas? Wherever you’re at, chances are you're craving that rare blend of insp ...
  • Owning the Future of Furniture

    21 May 2025 Simone Ward
    The furniture industry is shifting beneath our feet, and it’s millennials who are moving the ground. For today’s retail buyers and independent furniture retailers, understanding why younger consumers ...
  • The Boom in New Furniture Businesses: What It Means for the Whole Industry April 2025 marked a standout moment for the UK furniture industry. According to data reported by Interiors Daily, which cites ...
  • Make Room to Bloom

    07 May 2025 Simone Ward
    As spring begins to bloom and customers swap winter coats for lighter layers, attention naturally turns to the outdoors. The garden becomes more than a patch of green—it transforms into an extra livin ...
  • There’s something undeniably special about a family business that has spanned generations, each member contributing their own expertise while preserving a shared legacy. At the January Furniture Show ...

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