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A few years ago if you wanted to know thegoing price for something you flickedthrough the Argos catalogue. Then the Internet arrived and today we are farmore likely to use Amazon as our go to price guide.

This change of approach is part of thereason Sainsbury’s wants to own Argos. Aswell as cutting costs by moving Argos storesto its supermarkets, combining head officefunctions and cross-selling to the two chains’customers, Sainsbury’s wants access to Argos’distribution network.

Amazon raised the bar on delivery withPrime. In response, and as part of its effortsto reinvent itself as a digital retailer, Argoshas been offering delivery by 10pm fororders made by 6pm. For large items delivery

will be the next day if ordered by 8pm.It is this service that Mike Coupe,

Sainsbury’s chief executive, is betting on toattract shoppers who want the convenienceof online shopping with the instantgratification they would get if they hadphysically gone to the store.

Presuming the deal goes through – andthere doesn’t seem to be a queue of rivalbidders waiting in the wings – and Coupecan achieve the much more difficult task ofintegrating the chains, he may succeed increating a retailer that can compete withAmazon and John Lewis on delivery andbreadth of products.

Delivery was one of the aspects thatsuppliers at the January Furniture Show tried to differentiate themselves with.Delivery from stock and direct home deliverywere messages heard time and time again.

But whereas Sainsbury’s/Argos has noproblem with delivering in liveried vans,many independent retailers still want theirname on the vehicle, not that of a logisticscompany.

Solving that particular contradiction willprobably take longer than successfullymarrying the bride and groom.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUENEWS

6 Argos will ‘future-proof’ Sainsbury’s

10 ScS enjoys strong winter sale

14 WoNZ to test product origins

FEATURES

26 Rugs

The winners of Domotex’s Carpet Design Awards

32 LVT

Karndean adds to Van Gogh

34 Motion upholstery

Latest developments and new products

39 Review

January Furniture Show part one

66 Preview

Sneak preview and taking the tour

70 Review

Domotex

78 Review

IMM Cologne

84 Wallcoverings

Trends for 2016

REGULARS

16 New products

22 Service

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6 Interiors Monthly February 2016

£1.3bn Argos deal will‘future-proof’ Sainsbury’sSupermarket chain Sainsbury’s says its proposed £1.3bntakeover of Home Retail Group, owner of Argos, will ‘future-proof’ it.

Mike Coupe, J Sainsbury chief executive, says the deal willallow consumers to shop ‘whenever and wherever’ theywant. ‘We can bake a bigger cake and do a better job for ourcustomers than we can do as separate businesses. Ourcustomers want us to offer more choice and for that choiceto be faster than ever, driven by the rise of mobile phoneand digital technology.’

Coupe plans to close some Argos branches as leasesexpire and open concessions in Sainsbury’s stores. Thesupermarket says the leases of around half of Argos’ 734 UKstores are due for renewal over the next four to five years,and it is believed to have identified between 150 and 200stores which it could shut and move into a nearbySainsbury’s store.

He says the combined businesses will boost sales growth,improve delivery networks, and allow them to sell theirproducts to each other’s customers.

Sainsbury’s expects synergies of at least £120m year, withhalf coming from moving Argos stores to supermarkets, athird from head office costs and the remainder from sellingits homewares and clothing through Argos. It says achievingthe synergies will cost £140m over three years and a further£140m on store fit-out costs over the same time.

Coupe says about 40% of its shoppers have bought goodsfrom Sainsbury’s and Argos, and that the success of 10Argos concessions already in the supermarkets showedthere was no clash between the brands.

‘This is one of the myths that seems to be constantlypeddled. There is a slight difference [in the groups’customers] but it’s pretty marginal. When you talk tocustomers in shops they get this. They think it’s delightfullysimple and makes life easier,’ says Coupe.

The deal is conditional on the agreed sale of HRG’sHomebase to Australian conglomerate Wesfarmers goingthrough. Wesfarmers plans to rebrand Homebase in favourof its Australian Bunnings Warehouse chain in the next threeto five years. It says it will invest £500m on updating storesand opening new ones, in contrast to HRG’s recent approachof cutting costs and closing stores.

Stores will bemoved toSainsbury’sbranches

Kozee Sleep and Layzee Sleep bossMohammed Rafiq is to besentenced on 12 February afterbeing found guilty of conspiracy totraffic individuals within the UK.

A jury at Leeds Crown Court hadbeen told how an investigation intoKozee Sleep, based in Dewsbury,and its subsidiary Layzee Sleep,based in Batley, began after twoHungarians, Janos Orsos andFerenc Illes, were arrested overhuman trafficking allegations.

Large numbers of Hungarianmen were employed at Rafiq’sKozee Sleep factory, supplied byOrsos.

Prosecutor Christopher TehraniQC, said Rafiq knew Orsos’sorganisation would source him‘cheap slave labour to work at

Kozee Sleep and Layzee Sleepfactories’.

The jury heard that Orsos waspaid £3 an hour for the workers,well below the national minimumwage. In turn he paid the workersjust £10 a week with the promise of£1,000 after six months.

Tehrani said Rafiq was ‘aware ofthe circumstances of the Hungariannationals who were working atthese sites and went along withtheir exploitation as a slaveworkforce. The prosecution submitsthat this course of offendingdemonstrates a persistentcampaign of exploitation involvingmany Hungarian men over aprolonged period of time.’

Rafiq, 60, of Batley, had deniedthe charge.

Some 65 jobs are to be lost at Brintons Carpets plantat Kidderminster, but affected workers could beoffered positions at its Telford plant.

‘In order to maintain and strengthen our positionas one of the world’s leading suppliers of bespokecarpets, it’s vital we constantly review our businessoperations to ensure we remain competitive. As aresult, we are proposing to restructure productionprocesses at our Kidderminster site to include newerand more modern methods of production, with agreater focus on higher technology processes,’ saysRob Greenfield, Brintons group manufacturing andlogistics director.

He says the proposed restructure will enable thecompany to offer a more modern and flexibleproduction environment, placing it at the forefrontof global carpet production and bring woven carpetmanufacturing into the 21st century.

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Sales and sharesboost for ScSUpholstery and flooring retailer ScSsaw its shares leap after reporting anincrease in sales over the Christmasperiod.

The group says like for like ordersfor the 25 weeks to 16 January wereup by 8.8%, which it describes as ‘a pleasing result against toughcomparatives’.

Sales at ScS and its House of Fraserconcessions remained strong over the Christmas and January salesperiod.

Orders for the 16 week period to 14 November were up by 7.9%.

As a result it expects profits for thehalf-year to be ‘significantly’ higher.

‘While we still have key tradingperiods over Easter and the two MayBank Holidays in the current financial

year, we are delighted with theperformance over the Christmas and January sales period and for the year to date,’ says David Knight,ScS ceo.

Its share price rose by 18% to 180p,valuing it at £72m. Last January itfloated at 190p and peaked at 229p inMarch before collapsing to 143p inMay when it warned of a major slumpin Bank Holiday sales.

Meanwhile, the chain has namedChris Muir as its new chief financialofficer. He will join on 4 April after leaving vehicle hire groupNorthgate, where he is group financedirector.

Muir succeeds Ron Turnbull, whoannounced in August he wanted toleave after 11 years at ScS.

Carpetright margins dip despite winter boostCarpetright has enjoyed a good wintersale performance but warned thatmargins have slipped.

The chain says UK like for like saleswere 6% higher in the four weeks to 23 January. In the 12 week period like forlike sales were up 2.4%, but total saleswere 1.3% lower.

It warned that UK margins would dropby between 100 and 150 basis points inthe full year, compared with a previousforecast of 70 basis points, because ofgreater promotions and higher bed andsmooth flooring sales, on which marginsare lower.

Like for like sales in the Republic ofIreland, Belgium and Netherlands rose by4.2% and by 4.4% in total. Whenconverted to sterling, sales were 2.7%lower.

‘In the UK, we delivered our ninthconsecutive quarter of like for like salesgrowth. While we saw some softening oflike for likes in the pre-Christmas period,reflecting lower footfall, customernumbers recovered in the important

January sale period,’ says Wilf Walsh,Carpetright chief executive.

‘Our trading performance over the lastfour weeks, with like for like growth of6.0% against exceptionally strong prioryear comparatives, gives us confidencethat the enhanced IFC offer and strongpromotions launched on Boxing Day are

hitting the spot with our customers.‘Like for like sales growth in our Rest of

Europe business was better thanexpected as consumer spendingcontinued to recover, particularly in theNetherlands and the Republic of Ireland.’

It still expects to make between £17m-£18m for the full year.

Marginsare loweron beds

Positive startfor Topps TilesTiles and flooring chain Topps Tiles hasseen sales rise again. The 340-storeretailer saw like for like sales increase by4.4% in the 13 weeks to 2 January.

During the quarter it introduced 17ranges – lines introduced in the past yearaccounted for 8.9% of sales in thequarter – while it completed its second‘lab store’ with new displays andmerchandising.

‘I am pleased to report an encouragingstart to the financial year with like for like sales growth of 4.4% in the firstquarter. Our strategy of “out-specialisingthe specialists” continues to be veryeffective and we are confident that ourplan for 2016 will see us deliveradditional profitable sales growth as we further extend the appeal of theTopps brand,’ says Matthew Williams,Topps Tiles ceo.

During the quarter it also saw the endof its clearance stores and completed themove of support functions to itsLeicester head office.

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Wools of New Zealand tocheck origins of products

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Simon Hewitt (above left) hasbecome md at Litmus Furniture, theagency founded by his father Peterin 1995 and agent in the UK andIreland for German bedroommanufacturer Wiemann. It alsorepresents Spanish upholsterysupplier Gamamobel. ‘It’s two yearssince Simon joined the business andit was always the intention for me tostep to one side and let him take thelead once he had got his feet underthe table,’ says Peter.

Steve Henning has taken over as mdof Vispring, following the retirementof Mike Meehan after 20 years.Henning joins from Dyson, where hewas global account director.Previous to that, he was presidentfor Asia at kitchen firm FrankeGroup. Meehan remains a director of Vispring and sister retailer And SoTo Bed.

Steinhoff International has givenMaurice Hasani the role ofoverseeing the development ofmattress manufacturing operationsacross continental Europe. Beforejoining the group Hasani sat on theboard of the Cauval Group whichowns the Dunlopillo and Trecabrands in Europe, and was generalmanager of Sapsa, licensee of theTempur Sealy brands. He has spentmore than 16 years in the mattressmanufacturing sector.

Steve Woodhead, Interfloormarketing director, has left theunderlay and accessories group.

‘I have been with the business for10 years and I’ve decided that now isa good time for me to move on anddevelop some new businessinterests closer to my home in Leeds.I was a part of the managementteam that acquired Interfloor in 2005for what was then, I thought, a threeyear project. Despite the economicturbulence of the past few years wehave emerged a strong, competitiveand profitable business. With thesale of Interfloor to Victoria I haveachieved my personal objectives

and so now is a good time for me togo,’ he says.

Woodhead has been succeededby Laura Ashall. She was director ofmarketing at Weber UK for six yearsuntil December 2014 and workedwith John Cooper, Interfloor ceo foralmost five years.

Steve Rowe (left),Marks & Spencergeneralmerchandiseexecutive director,is to succeed MarcBolland as the

chain’s chief executive. The formerfurniture category manager will takethe top job in April.

Rowe has spent his career atMarks & Spencer, starting in 1989and holding a variety of roles withinstore management. He joined headoffice in 1992 as a merchandiser formenswear, working across all areasof the group. In 1998 he becamecategory manager in the furnituredepartment, leading the teamdeveloping the home growthstrategy. He was appointed head ofhome categories in 2003 going on tobecome director of home in 2004.

Products that claim to use New Zealand wool are to betested by Wools of New Zealand to establish they are usingit and not replacing it with wool from other countries.

Rosstan Mazey, the recently appointed WoNZ chiefexecutive, told Interiors Monthly at Domotex that it isdeveloping a database of wool from the New Zealandfarmers that own the company.

Initially this will enable it to test if products are usingwool from the country, with the aim of having a system bythe summer that will allow traceability of the wool throughthe supply chain on a farm by farm basis.

WoNZ wants to maintain the premium New Zealand woolobtains thanks to its whiteness. To boost this it has co-developed a scouring technology that produces asignificantly whiter wool that is better for dyeing. Mazeysays WoNZ is looking to initially license the technology andthen possibly buy it. Fibre using the technology will bebranded as Glacial XT.

Producers will be able to dye a wider range of colours andshades. Sample colours seen at Domotex are more vibrantand initial results show it to offer much more colourfastness,Mazey says. The dyed fibres will be branded as Kiteq.

‘The world is looking more and more to have a directconnection with producers: in our case the farmers. We wantto maintain the integrity of the products that are using NewZealand wool and will test products that claim to be usingNew Zealand wool to check that it is New Zealand wool,’ hesays.

WoNZ wants to ensure products are using the right wool

The funeral of former Merseyside flooring retailer AlanLloyd, who died on 23 January, was held on 5 February.

Lloyd, 86, moved to Formby in 1960 with his wifeBarbara and opened carpet store Cardova. They ran thestore until retirement in 1995.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters Janine andKerris, and four grandchildren. ‘Dad was a very ethicalbusinessman, who treated his staff fairly. He ran thecarpet shop for 35 years. So many people in Formbybought carpets from my dad,’ says Janine.

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1 At Domotex Unilin revealed the results of

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2 Ultimate Style is the latest trend-defining

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3 Cormar Carpets’ Sensation Supreme is the

fifth member of the easy clean Sensation

portfolio and, as with the other ranges, is

made from 100% two-ply Luxelle soft

polypropylene. The combination of a deep

pile in a heavier pile weight and the extra

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6 F&X Carpets has introduced the Joy,

Meridian, Capital and Casa collections to its

Suretex brand of stain-resistant carpet.

Extruding the yarn in-house has also allowed

the manufacturer to include UV-protection

throughout the collection. The UV-absorbing

additives prevent damage to the

polypropylene, meaning the carpets provide

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7 Placing modern twists on vintage classics is

the 2016 mantra for premium rug producer

Louis de Poortere as it continues to take

rug creativity to new levels, delivering design

innovation and premium quality with its

striking collections, including Mosaiq:

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8 Armed with Lano’s Star Lawn and Easy

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10 Crafted from extra strong easy care fibre

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home, Crown Floors’ Langholm carpet has a

dozen on-trend colours, including eight

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11 XLCork’s range of cork

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‘It’s all very well for customers and theirrights, but why won’t suppliers bendover backwards for me when I’m forcedto do that for my customer?’ This is afamiliar cry, especially from smallbusinesses; when things go wrong thesupplier won’t always reimburse theretailer the full cost of resolving acomplaint.

What can be done about this? It’s aproblem that has arisen because the lawassumes a retailer knows his businessand has the strength and knowledge tonegotiate fair deals with suppliers. Butthe consumer is assumed to be ignorantand in need of protection fromunscrupulous traders (sadly, there aresome) so the law gives the consumerstatutory rights that can’t be avoided.

In practice, most suppliers havestringent terms and conditions and mostsmall retailers are unable to avoid them ifthey want to sell that supplier’s goods, orthey’re unaware of the meaning of the‘Ts&Cs’ and don’t bother to get legaladvice to help them understand the risks.

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Having a good relationship with suppliers helps gets problems resolved

feedback from a small retailer last month,I have some suggestions that should behelpful.� Ditch the difficult suppliers, or at theleast, talk to them. Is it worth selling aparticular range of goods if the supplier’sattitude will erode your profit marginsover the course of your relationship?

You may feel that they won’t worryabout losing your account, but if moreretailers did this, they’d soon buck uptheir ideas. I know a few suppliers thathave a reputation for poor customerservice, but the ones I’ve spoken toabout this clearly don’t intend to givethat impression. And, they tell me, theydon’t hear any grumbles from theiraccount holders.� Build good relationships with yoursuppliers. Not only with the reps, butwith their customer service agents, too.Suppliers know which of their accountscan be trusted and which are more likelyto try something on. If you go on afactory or warehouse visit, make sure youmeet your customer service contact soyou’re more than just a name. And

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although you may occasionally ask for afavour, never ever mislead the supplierabout a complaint to try to wanglesomething out of them. It won’t pay inthe long run.� Team up with other retailers. Join abuying group so you can take advantageof its buying power and ability toencourage suppliers to resolvecomplaints. Talk to other retailers at tradeevents to find out who the goodsuppliers are, and share your experiencesto help others avoid the bad ones.� There are independent consultants(like me, but others are available) who, inthe event of a more serious disputeeither with a customer or supplier cangive you an independent assessment ofwhat’s gone wrong and why. If thismeans you have a stronger case againstyour supplier (or are saved the cost andtime of pursuing a complaint that isn’tvalid) it will be worth it.Visit: www.richard-renouf.com

Richard Renouf is an independentfurnishings consultant

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Design championsWinners of the Domotex awards

The annual Domotex Carpet Design Awards rewardsthe best in rugs. The winners (left) were picked from24 finalists, whittled down from an initial 320 entriesfrom 21 countries.

Under the chairmanship of British designer Michael Sodeau, the international jury selected rugsthat stood out in terms of design, quality andcraftsmanship. Entries were judged on design anddesign concept, materials, execution,texture/structure and quality as well as sustainabilityand branding. There was also an award voted for byvisitors to the show.Visit: www.domotex.de

Best ModernDesign Deluxe: Electric Taupe byHossein RezvaniDesign.‘Deconstructstraditional Persiandesign into itsessentialelements.’

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Best Innovation and Visitors’ vote:Glow by Zollanvari. ‘The potential to have a widespread ecological impact on rugproduction.’

Best Studio Artist Design:Re Orient by Studio Brieditis & Evans. ‘Combines upcycling with the roots of traditional rug making.’

Best Modern Collection: Landscape Collection by Wool and Silk Rugs. ‘For communicating a sense of time and place.’

Best Traditional Design: Marta Stripe by Rug and Kilim. ‘Reveals the process in the weave and the warm tones of itscolours.’

Thank youfor visiting us at The January Furniture Show 2016For more information contact Steve Morgan t: 07866 528496 e: [email protected]

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Realistic impressionsKarndean is expanding its Van Gogh Wood collection

Karndean Designflooring is adding 12wood hues to its Van Gogh Woodcollection.

Inspired by reclaimed natural wood,the 48in x 7in plank designs replicate theunique look that comes from thetransformation of wood over time, inaddition to processes such as scorching,liming and smoking.

The four groups: French Oaks,American Redwood, Scottish Beech andMexican Cypress feature a grain andcolour palette to suit most areas.

‘Our new Van Gogh designs are ourboldest to date,’ says Scott Cochrane,Karndean Designflooring sales director.‘They are a welcome addition and reflectthe trends, such as rough luxe, that we’reforecasting within home interior design.The collection is not only design-led, butalso retains all the durability and ease ofmaintenance our customers have cometo expect, making them ideal for anyresidential or commercial space.’

Styles for French Oaks are lightly lime-washed Tawny Oak, Burgundy Oak,Hessian Oak and Honey Oak that arereminiscent of salvaged antique flooring.The rich grain details and large scaleplanks complement both traditional andcontemporary homes.

There are three Rough-Luxe designsinspired by American Redwood railwaysleepers – Reclaimed Redwood, AgedRedwood and Salvaged Redwood.Running with the theme of reclaimed

woods, Karndean’s product designerswere drawn to the unique detail andtexture of redwood railway sleepers thatage beautifully.

Introducing new texturisingtechniques, they have taken the naturalageing process one step further, givingthe American Redwood designs the lookof repurposed timber without thepractical drawbacks of real wood such assplintering, cracking and warping.

‘A perfect backdrop to any living space,the three rich brown, smoked designscreate a warm rich canvas. Incorporatingfuming and smoking techniques thathave been used by real wood flooringmanufacturers for years, the rich browntones of Burnished Beech and SmokedBeech planks can accompany nearly any

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decor scheme, while the strikingvariation of Charred Oak makes a realstatement,’ adds Cochrane.

The collection is rounded off by thelime-washed Cypress and BurnishedCypress. Combining the limed finish ofHoney Oak and the burnt effect ofCharred Oak, these are some of the mostdetailed in the collection. The result ofliming and smoking techniques is a morerefined and sophisticated aestheticsuitable for a wide range of interiorstylings benefiting from a highly realistic,rustic feel.

With a recently introduced lifetimeresidential guarantee, the completeKarndean Van Gogh collection willfeature 32 wood designs. Karndean, tel: 01386 820 200

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‘History does repeat itself. The AISFurniture Show proved to be just assuccessful as the earlier IMM Cologneshow. Together they mark a high point inthe company’s story,’ says Sandra Gabler,himolla UK and Ireland country manager.

‘Even though we have a 60-yearhistory of craftsmanship, and have beenrecognised as world leaders in reclinerchairs for around three decades now,recent successes have made the presenttime a landmark era for us. At bothshows our ranges – both new andevolved – were met with strongapproval, complementing last summer’saward for Best Recliner Manufacturerfrom Interiors Monthly readers.’

But the real measure of success, shesays, is how well the products arereceived by the buying public.

‘Our stockists are confirming strongsales, especially for the new Cumulyrange comprising Brennand, Brock andthe Brent wall-hugging sofas withelectric motion,’ she says.

Also helping power the company’spopularity is class-leading technology,

Gabler says. Its electrically-operated sofasand chairs make reclining, adjustingfootrests and finding the best position forbackrests as simple as pressing a button.Advanced, rechargeable battery packsmean the seating doesn’t have to beclose to a power socket, and there’s noneed to have unsightly electrical leadstrailing across the floor.

‘Another definite crowd-pleaser among

new and existing stockists has been theintroduction of stylish and durable fabricsacross a range of chairs and sofas. Thenew designs have been well received;obviously a material success in themaking. All in all, himolla has had apowerful start to what should prove tobe an extremely successful year for salesand growth,’ adds Gabler.Visit: www.ultimatesofa.co.uk

Since becoming countrymanager, Gabler has beeninstrumental in thecompany’s success in theUK and Republic of Ireland.Her ability is grounded inlong experience with thecompany: over the pastdecade she has worked as an apprentice, then in-house office managerbefore being appointed toher present role.

Chester withelectric controlbuttons (right)

Rising higherRecliners have been popular at recent shows, adding to thecompany’s success

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Winter. Crisp mornings, early sunsets,chilled hands and soft warm leather.

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for further stockist information please contact [email protected]

Brennand, Brent and Brock from himolla the perfect way to chill through the winter months. After a cold day you can now ease off your shoes, lie back, relax and let himolla's unique reclining action do all the work. From chairs to sofas, with both electric and manual reclining options plus a sumptuous choice of luxurious leathers and colours, our collection is not only designed to look cool but crafted to embrace you in total comfort.

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Rock onDe Sede hasreimagined therocking chair

De Sede’s DS-900 is a reinterpretation of the classic rocking chair.From behind the DS-900 has a broad, attractive appearancereminiscent of an elephant. From the front, it is adorned with intricatedetails. The chair rocks just so, in a way that invites the user‘s thoughtsto wander.

The design team of Ophelie Sanga and Ini Archibong was inspiredby the design of a saddle: when rocking back and forth, the chair isreminiscent of a comfortable ride on the back of an elephant, almostmaking the user feel as though they are on holiday.Visit: www.desede.ch

Speaking about the future and theunique aspects of their furniture,Jim explains more “What retailersprobably don’t realise is thatSitting Pretty are a specialist in Lift& Recliner Chairs having suppliedmany sizes and styles to the NHSand Medical Health Authoritiessince 2003. We are able to usethis experience and combine itwith our further experience inupholstery design, thus creatingmore sizes of chairs than anyother motion furniture manufac-turer. Sitting Pretty is built on anall British product, even ourmechanisms are designed andbuilt in the UK, we source only thebest components to build ourchairs and won’t compromise onquality or reliability. We are reallyexcited about 2016 and beyondas our order book is growingrapidly and we have now movedinto our 38,000 sq ft. factory inNottinghamshire and aregrowing in every department ofthe business”.

Motion furniture manufacturers Sitting Pretty continue to show strong growth as MD Jim Henderson explains“Our brand is growing very quickly indeed and we are becoming more of an established supplier of motionfurniture, this speaks volumes for the products we are producing which are in our opinion some of the bestvalued British built Recliners and Lift Recliners on offer. We are delighted to announce the appointment of ournew Sales & Operations Manager Mrs Tracey Gibson to the team. Tracey brings with her a wealth ofexperience within the industry after serving 26 years with some big named upholsterymanufacturers”. We would like to thank everyone that came and visited our stand at theJanuary Furniture Show, and we were overwhelmed with the response to our new rangesand our new “Luxury” and “Premier” Lift Recliner Chairs.

For a preview please see our Operation Video which is on our website

www.spchairs.co.ukTel: Tracey Gibson on 01773 811610for any further information.

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1 Leolux’s swivel Ysolde armchair has an optional rise option and

head cushion. The swivel function is blocked when the rise function

is in use.

Visit: www.leolux.com

2 Koinor’s Star comes in manual or motorised versions with optional

massage and rise functions. Available in three sizes and a choice of

leather or soft cover, Star’s arms curve slightly outwards making it

appear to float.

Visit: www.koinor.com

3 The gentle forward/backward movements of Bretz’s pocket-sprung

Matilda swivel rocker-recliner train the small back muscles either side

of the spine, while the matching stool can be used to put your feet up

and enjoy the relaxing feeling of slowly winding down.

Visit: www.bretz.com

4 Intertime’s Glen swivel recliner combines retro and soft pillow

looks giving it a feel of the 1960s. The backrest is individually

adjustable along with the neck cushion, while the release handle

is in polished chrome. Brass and Marsalla-coloured bases have

been added to the standard brushed or high gloss chrome.

Visit: www.intertime.ch

5 As a hybrid of a cantilever armchair and a chaise longue,

W Schillig’s Jackson is a new product category, according to the

company. It is available in manual and motorised versions.

Visit: www.schillig.com

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ReflectionsA look at what was on offer at the event

1 Wade Upholstery’s Camden featuresexaggerated curved wings andwelcoming splayed arms and sits on asolid ash plinth with a splayed leg.Shown in a soft wool-like fabric with asubtle herringbone design, backcushions have two buttons that can becontrasted to provide a unique look. Itis available in two sizes of sofa, a highback snuggler, chair and footstool.

2 Flair Rugs unveiled the supersoftshaggy polyester of the luxe-look Cirrus. Its sheen presents a strikingcolour palette that includes pastelblues, greys and creams and subtlemetallic hues.

3 Gallery Direct opted for opulencewith the Verbier Leaner, a mirror withgeometric shapes that comes in apainted gold finish, one of a large rangeof mirrors launched at the show.

4 Collins & Hayes introduced aplethora of designs demonstrating itsbespoke abilities. The large cushionedBrooke has sweeping arms and was partof a significantly updated fabric offer.

5 Serene Furnishings debutedbedsteads and ottomans while showingits Serene Living recliner and diningcollections at the NEC for the first time.The Lauren sofabed has a simple pull-out mechanism and is available in twofabric finishes, mink and steel.

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This year’s January Furniture Show appearance sees

Collins and Hayes refine its most recent collection of

designs and settle into their new handwriting which is

already proving to be a success. Where traditional and

modern co-exist; every new model plays to the

strengths of a manufacturer which is both capable and

unafraid to innovate.

Winning Runner Up for Upper Level Category in the

Furniture Awards, the ‘Brooke’ sofa range is proving to

be an elegantly contemporary must-have. Its scooped

arm shape encompasses a soft yet reassuringly

supportive sit.

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6 Nathan Furniture began its centenary year by showingthe complete Shades Bedroom collection for the first time.The nine-piece oak range features the signature curveddesign that runs throughout the well-established livingand dining collection.

7 Among a record 121 product introductions, JulianBowen’s main living and dining launch was Aspen with itssawn timber look.

8 Tetrad expanded its Harris Tweed range of upholstery.Dalmore was displayed in Bracken Herringbone Tweedwith Galveston Bark Hide.

9 ROM’s Jupiter sofa is designed for the UK market. Part ofthe company’s 20cm concept, consumers can configurethe length of the sofa in 20cm increments. It has a choiceof two seat depths, a large, corner or bespokeconfiguration, with options including independentlyadjustable headrests and electronically controlled seating.

10 Kettle Interiors went for the industrial look with itsAB collection. In a metal frame and aged-effect oak, thereare 17 pieces in the range.

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Here at Kettle Interiors we bring furniture for all styles. From traditional and contemporary oak to beautiful white painted furniture, classic

pine bedroom and striking industrial aged oak, we’ve got every look covered so that you can bring your customers the very best in choice.

Our service too is second-to-none, offering you complete flexibility no matter how big or small you may be. We’ve developed three ways to

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Introducing the AB Collection.

Introducing the DG Collection. Introducing the Wicker Merchant.

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Striking industrial looks make this 17-strong contemporary furniture

collection unique. Featuring aged effect solid oak and metal frames

with soft close drawer and doors this range demands attention.

This 13-strong bedroom collection brings the appeal of painted

furniture with contrasting oak top for a true twist on country style.

Choose from metal or oak knobs supplied with every piece.

A collection of 91 items encompassing beautiful and natural wicker

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For more information contact Steve Morgan t: 07866 528496 e: [email protected]

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Great to see everyone atThe January Furniture Show

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11 Slumberdream launched itsSleepking hand-stitched, pocketsprung range of beds with Ruby,Topaz, Bezel, Amber andKohinoor. All bases come withthe choice of 12 colours in velvet.

12 Rowico doubled the size of itsproduct offer to 140 skus. RusticaLiving, introduced in the autumn,was extended into the bedroom.Saltash, debuted in the spring,has 10 more models and a sisterrange Purbeck (pictured) is indistressed painted reclaimedtimber.

13 Wiemann boosted itspremium VIP products, includingthe top of the range Multiplusconcept, a spacious walk-in,interior-lit, sliding door wardrobewith a depth of less than 110cm.

Lebus Upholstery’s Deon retro style sofa is in a velvet wovenfabric, has wooden feet and is available in two sizes and achair. Churchill, shown in velvet plaid, is a four-seaterChesterfield style sofa with a low back.

Ashley Manor’s Paradise collection made a statement, shownin its exclusive digital midnight palm print on velvet, withdramatic curves, button detailing and hand-studding.

Alexander & James’ Luxe, a leather and fabric mix collection,features pewter studs and is accented by ethnic weave woolcushions. The Retreat, a chunky Chesterfield style sofa, hasthe option of a corner piece. It is available in a variety ofleather and fabric combinations and comes with a mix ofwoven fabric, leather and velvet cushions.

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To find out more about the latest addi�ons to the Furmanac range: Call: 01384 408844 Email: [email protected] Visit: www.furmanac.com

The star of show was the newly revamped Latexma�resses from the Hes�a® collec�on. Featured hereon our Galaxy divan base with the beau�ful Sophiaheadboard, the new ma�resses received nothing butpraise about their look and comfort. The new Latexrange is available in 1000ct, 1500ct and 2150ct, a verysimple 'so�, medium and firm' story.

The stunning Pandora with crystal detailing on thepadded headboard and footboard stopped manyvisitors in their tracks. On the stand the Pandora wasperfectly complemented with the matching Zirconiavanity chair, Charm bedroom chair and Onyx bedsidetable. Not a fan of crystals? The Pandora is availablewith bu�on detail.

With the cold winter nightsupon us, the revolu�onary Chili Pad that can regulate thetemperature of ma�ressbetween 13°C and 43°C at thetouch of a bu�on was a hugecrowd pleaser.

The new Berkley suite also proved to be very popular.The chair is available as a standard li� and recline ormade to measure and the rest of the suite in manual,power or fixed op�ons.

Furmanac exper ei nce their busiest and most succesful

show to date at The January Furniture Show 2016Thank you to everyone who visited stand D30 in Hall 5. If you missed us then don’t worry there is s�ll a chance toenjoy some of our amazing show offers. The highlights from the Furmanac stand included;

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14 Furmanac added Arabella,Errington (pictured) andPandora to its range ofupholstered bed frames.Errington is based on theexisting Imogen bed, featuringthe same deep padding on theheadboard and footboard, butthe base of the Errington hasbeen put on to gliders ratherthan feet and is available as anottoman.

15 Aircharge, one of ClockworkComponents most recentdevelopments, offers a wirelesscharging solution for the home,office, and public spacesallowing smartphones andtablets to be charged.

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More choiceFurniture Origins’ Oslo is a semi-Scandinavian styleddining and bedroom range with an oiled finish. Ithas prominent corner leg detailing and itemsinclude an end dining bench.

The company also added to Urban with UK size-specific designs, including a TV unit; Toronto showedoff a new painted finish; Stamford has the option ofa fixed and extending dining table; Porto now offerswine rack and basket storage units; while Plank is areclaimed pine dining room collection.

Porto (below) andLisbon (left) offer ‘onestyle, two looks’

CONTACTThe direct container programme,or wholesale purchases throughClassic Furniture, are supportedby the Furniture Origins areamanagers: Mike Brown: Scotland, Cumbria,North East, and Yorkshire, tel: 07831 572 601Alan Endersbee: North West,North Wales, Midlands, EastAnglia, South East and Ireland, tel: 07809 196 019Andrew Cavaciuti: South West,Avon, Wiltshire and South/MidWales, tel: 07500 830 888Barry Webb, businessdevelopment director, email:[email protected];tel: 07702 603 971

Oslo has an oiled finish

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am Comfortable shoeswere a necessity towalk round all thestands to see morethan 400 brands onshow and find outhow the exhibitorsfared this year

CIMC always keeps in mind upcoming trends for the interior design industrywhen creating its product lines, with more than 300 to be launched in 2016.Due to the success of its beds it has expanded them into full collections, withMarrakesh, Gatsby, Hampton and Manhattan featuring at the show. Tel: 0116 287 5288

Sitting Pretty enjoyed record sales at the show. ‘Our products were receivedtremendously well and we’ve opened about 20 accounts, and taken plentyof floor display orders. Overall, what a huge success the show has been forour brand. We would like to thank everyone for taking the time to visit usand also for their support,’ says Jim Henderson, Sitting Pretty md. Tel: 01773 811 610

Italstudio launched living and dining room collections to the UK and Irishmarkets. The company only uses the finest materials that deliver beautifullycrafted products at its award winning factory in China. Visit: http://italstudiocov.com/companygallery.html

Nine new products extended Wiemann’s range with both premium VIPproducts and entry level designs. Retailers enthusiastically greeted the toplevel new Multiplus concept, a spacious walk-in, interior lit, sliding robe witha depth of less than 110cm. Visit: www.wiemannuk.co.uk

DB Mirrors isa family runbusiness thatsuppliesfurniturestores withthe latestdesigns ofshapedmirrors,classicmirrors,pictures andcrystal artpictures. Itcarries alarge rangeof itsproductswithin itsvehicles, soits mobileshowroomscome toretailers. Tel: 07715 690267

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M3 Furniture embodies the concept of modern internationalenvironmentally friendly design meets multifunctional and space-savingfurniture. Its sofabed design team is a combination of designers from NewYork, Uruguay, China and Italy which created a stunning collection. Visit: www.m3furniture.com

Indus Valleyis back withan excitingcollection ofreclaimed,industrialand vintagefurniture allunder oneroof. Withseven uniqueindividuallydesignedranges,handcraftedusing solidwood, ironand stainlesssteel, andwith a largeassortmentof occasionalfurniture, it’sits bestoffering yet. Visit: www.indusvalley.co.uk

Slumberdream temped buyers with new products including a range ofhand-stitched pocket sprung beds and a collection of health therapy bedsthat includes the Airstream range and the Encapsulated collection. Visit: www.slumberdream.co.uk

Stroolmount provides furniture and floor protection needs, with solutionsfor retailers and manufacturers. Reduce customer claims with its awardwinning protection products. Own branding is available. Castor cups, self-adhesive felt packets and rolls, Move-it pads and Quick-click interchangeableglides. Visit: www.finchys.com

Luxury fabric specialist Kobe UK is celebratinga successful debut at this year’s show. New tothe event was its Elegance collection, inspiredby the Art Deco period and its library of 36sample books which includes more than 700fabrics. On a separate stand the companyshowcased its Essente collection.Visit: www.en.kobe.eu

Ambassador Textiles is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of upholstery andfurnishing fabrics for the domestic and contract market. Its move to hall 3helped improve the spectrum and increase the volume of customers visitingthe stand, which adds up to a good exhibition and a return next year. Visit: www.ambassador-textiles.co.uk

Associated Weavers is one of Europe’s leading carpet manufacturers. Basedin Halifax, West Yorkshire, it specialises in branded quality carpet forresidential use. Names such as iSense, Invictus and Stainaway have enabledAssociated Weavers to be a priority stockist for carpet retailers. Visit: www.carpetyourlife.com

Katrina Hampton Furnishingsshowcased the best in exquisitefaux fur throws and cushions. Therange boasts an eclectic mix ofdesigner looks and style, withcottage comfort and urban cool.Incorporated into the mix is theGlen Rosa wool collection ofcushions and blankets. Visit: www.ambassador-textiles.co.uk/katrina-hampton-soft-furnishings

Hugh Mackay made its debut at theshow and enjoyed success meetingnew retailers and interior designers. Itintroduced the Hassle Free saxonyrange in a 1.3kg per sqm weight and16 colours, which will sit alongside itstwo existing Hassle Free collections. Tel: 01429 892 500

Pacific Lifestyle is one of the largest business to business suppliers of globally sourced products.Its collections span from indoor and outdoor to lighting and home accessories, with bothtraditional and contemporary ranges across the product spectrum. It can offer a one-stop shopfor living accessories. Visit: www.pacific-lifestyle.co.uk

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Scan-Thor UK hailed the January Furniture Show a huge success. The eventsaw the unveiling of several soft cover models along with further additionsto its growing leather offer. The combination of quality and value provedpopular with its ever expanding customer base. Tel: 01535 656 002

Annaghmore introduced the Treviso painted dining, occasional andbedroom range alongside the Curlingford dining and occasional range inash and Greenwich and Dorchester upholstery. Visit: www.annaghmore-agencies.com

Ball & Young was delighted to be part of theFlooring Showcase at the show, giving it theopportunity to discuss with customers its new CastIron flame retardant contract underlay, suitable forall installations that need a firm double stick orstretch fit contract underlay. Visit: www.underlay.co.uk

Kettle Interiors brought an astounding 83 newitems of furniture to this year’s show, offeringretailers a diverse and feature packed collectionof oak, pine and painted furniture, which wasdisplayed in roomsets to demonstrate how itcould be displayed in-store. Visit: www.kettleinteriorsagencies.com

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Dormeo previewed its mattress cover collection for its revolutionaryOctaspring mattress range at the show. The new covers feature a clean,contemporary design with a few personal touches for a more comfortablesleep experience, which will be available in selected retailers from May. Visit: www.dormeo.co.uk

Plantation Rug Company returned from the show with a sense ofexcitement. The simplicity of its stand showcased the new iSense rugsperfectly and attracted new retailers and buyers to the brand. Also on showwas its 2016 POS unit and rug sample box. Visit: www.plantationrug.co.uk

Crown Floors showcased its beautiful carpets and powerful in-store displaysto a new audience of retailers keen to maximise the potential of flooringsales. Highlights included the new and luxurious Satino Exquisite and SatinoFinesse ranges featuring the new supersoft Satino fibre. Visit: www.crownfloors.co.uk

Makasi Imports had a fantastic January FurnitureShow, where it exhibited its latest products. Thesuccess continued at the Spring Fair where itlooked forward to showing its customers somemore of its fast moving range of teak root, diningand coffee tables with glass. Visit: www.makasiimports.co.uk

Westex Carpets controls every aspect of carpetproduction, from design to delivery. It pridesitself on its vast range of colours and even offersa hallmark special dye service across bothcontract and residential markets. Visit: www.westexcarpets.co.uk

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One of the largest upholstered furniture factories in Lithuania with 23 yearsof experience, Softnord prides itself on producing great Scandinavian-stylefurniture. Offering a great variety of fabrics, it is bringing together thenewest and most desirable upholstery. Visit: www.softnord.co.uk

Tom Schneider launched three stunning collections this year embracing its curvaceousstyle. Each hand-formed into unique shapes, the gravity defying Crest dining table anddesk were displayed alongside the show-stopping Swoop floor light and sleek Serpicosideboard. Visit: www.tomschneider.co.uk

Established for over 30 years, Flair Rugs is a family runbusiness that has grown from a small wholesaler into a wellrespected household brand. Tel: 01457 850 660

From its looms to your rooms:Coralie Flooring UK is the Britishsubsidiary of one of the oldest rugand carpet manufacturing familiesfrom Bhadohi, India. It brings a richhistory and years of expertise ofmanufacturing the finest quality rugs.Visit: www.coralieflooring.co.uk

Quality runs deep whether it’s Furlong Flooring’s high-impact displaysystems or its extensive portfolio of polypropylene carpet, wool carpet, vinyland wood flooring. Most orders are delivered the next working day. Choosethe path to increased success. Visit: www.furlongflooring.co.uk


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ALF Italia debuted the oak veneerAccademia range, featuring an extendingtable accompanied by curved or straightbacked chairs, a sideboard, TV cabinetand a drinks cabinet with a gilded glassdetail and gilded glass legs.

Sister company ALF Da Fre showcasedan even more contemporary offeringgiving a taste of its modern, modularsystems that are available in a number of ��

configurations, bases, colours andfinishes. New was Poker, a versatilewardrobe system that it says can furnishany area of the house from the bedroomto the kitchen.

It was the first UK exhibition for Dutchcompany By-Boo whose display includeda seat made from the front of an oldVietnamese car. Also on show was itsdistinct Bowl table made from solidreclaimed Indonesian oak. Its industriallifestyle range included an iron legged

dining table with a solid oak topaccompanied by four faux leather chairsin brown, tan, cobalt blue and black. Alsoshowcased were a number of occasionalchairs including Detention, available inwhite or mint.

Casabella introduced two lacqueredwood dining tables. Giotto has a distinctpedestal inspired by the logo of fashioncompany Chanel, while Globo is namedafter the globe shape of its pedestal.Both tables are available in black,

Right: Disselkamp’s Cloud 7Below right: By-Boo’s BowlBelow: Venjakob

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Venjakob showcased the extendingSantana oak dining table from its Alberorange. The table in a light oil finishfeatures a thick wooden leg and astainless steel base. Also on display werepieces from its Cosmo range of living anddining furniture in a combination ofrustic oak and sand lacquer.Visit: www.thefurniture-show.co.uk

includes wardrobe systems, low units, abed with upholstered or veneeredheadboard, bedside cabinets and variouschest of drawer combinations. Balance isanother veneer bedroom range in oakand white lacquer. The flexibility of thesystem offers a traditional look using fulloak, or a lighter more modern style byadding more white, for example to chestcarcasses and wardrobes.

Vale Bridgecraft launched Tuscany, athree-seater sofa available with two or

pure white and taupe and can beproduced in a high gloss or matt finish.The table top of each is lacquered glassalso available in black, pure white andtaupe and can be cut as a square orcircular shape. There was a choice of highand low back accent chairs toaccompany the tables, available in anextensive fabric collection.

C Disselkamp’s Cloud 7 bedroomrange, in walnut or wild oak veneercombined with cream high gloss,

Siren Furniture showcased Bella, a modern,modular sofa system in seven colours, and Flaviawhich comes as a sofa, chair, snuggler andchaise longue, in five colours including adistinctive digital print keox.

Andrena Furniture showed its Pelham diningcollection in a natural oak finish. The rangeincludes a fixed or extending dining table,extending pedestal table, sideboard options and dresser tops, cupboards, coffee, console and occasional tables, entertainment units and bookcases. Andrena also offers a bespokeservice and can modify any of its pieces to suitrequirements.

Clockwisefrom top left:ValeBridgecraft’sTuscany;Casabella’sGiotto;ALF Italia’sAccademia;ALF Da Fre’sPoker

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Jual Furnishings has come a long waysince it first opened its doors for businessin 2006, supplying the audio-visualindustry with conventional TV stands.Fast forward 10 years and its signaturecurved unique products are easilyrecognisable.

To mark the anniversary the companyis planning a series of promotions,beginning with a price rollback.

At the end of 2015, it introduced theJF700 occasional and PC700 home officeranges. JF700 brings together TV stands,coffee table, lamp table, console tableand nest of tables in a walnut veneer.

PC700 comprises practical and stylishfurniture to suit the home office market.It is available in both ash and white ash,opening the way to appease both thosewith traditional taste as well as thosewho prefer a more modern look.

The ranges feature solid ash spindlelegs which give all the products a slightretro feel, again appealing to a widerange of people – those who rememberretro first time around, and perhaps theyounger generation for which retro is thein thing.

‘Sales of the new ranges really havetaken us by surprise, we are thrilled withthe success of them so far and withnumerous new designs in the pipeline,2016 could be a fantastic year for us,’ saysJulie Powell, Jual Furnishings director.

Alf Powell, Jual Furnishings director,says: ‘Our success over the past decadehas been largely down to our fantasticnext working day delivery servicecombined with the ability to continuallyintroduce ranges that offer retailers andconsumers something different.

‘Ten years of business is certainlysomething we are proud of, especiallyconsidering the difficult economicclimate we have been through for a fairportion of that time – we would neverhave reached this point if it were not forour customers who have been fantastic. I would just like to say how thankful weare for their business and I hope we canbuild on our relationships for another 10years,’ he adds.Visit: www.jualfurnishings.co.uk

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Sealy returns to Brooklands Museum inWeybridge, Surrey on 17-18 May and istaking appointments for the event.

Brooklands is renowned as thebirthplace of British motorsport andaviation and is home to Concorde: stillregarded as the ultimate in commercialairline travel, even though it no longerflies. Brooklands was the first purpose-built motor racing circuit, constructed in1907, and saw many engineering andtechnological achievements throughoutthe 20th century.

‘How apt it is therefore for us to exhibitour new products and designs at such avenue which is synonymous withtechnological development,’ says NeilRobinson, Sealy UK sales and marketingdirector.

Under wrapsSealy will reveal its latest models at Brooklands in May

Sealy’s pedigree in its own fieldstretches even further back to the 19thcentury from the small town of Sealy inTexas where its first cotton-filled mattresswas made in 1881. More innovations andpatents followed culminating in 1950when the first Posturepedic brandmattress was introduced.

‘The unique advanced coil design, with

independently hinged springs thatcombined both comfort and lumbarsupport, became an immediate andworldwide success. This commitment toinnovation continues to the present day,the latest of which retailers will be ableto see at the May showcase,’ addsRobinson.Visit: www.sealy.co.uk

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Take the tourBesp-Oak is inviting retailers to its Coventry showroom

Besp-Oak is holding a by appointment AtHome event at its six-storey Coventryshowroom from 1-12 February, tocoincide with the Spring Fair at thenearby NEC from 7-11 February.

The showroom has more than 5,000products on display for furniture retailers,garden centres, hotels, bars, restaurants,cafes, holiday homes, rental propertiesand villas.

All products have been audited by theNational Measurement Office and

approved as EU Timber Regulationscompliant.

For the third year the companyis absorbing increased shipping andproduction costs to maintain a pricefreeze on all products.

Indoor and outdoor furniture,freestanding kitchen, accessories,lighting and giftware are just some of thestock genres available to order on awholesale basis.

Besp-Oak is the original seller of theVancouver Premium and VancouverPetite oak collections and also theVancouver Expressions collectionfeaturing oak tops with units painted in achoice of seven on-trend colours.

For chairs and benches, English leatherand a range of tartan fabrics are among

Above: Oval island fromthe Evelyn freestandingkitchen collection Right and below: TheBesp-Oak showroom Far right: Buffet & Hutchfrom VancouverExpressions collection inPotter’s Wheel

the latest additions to this seasonsoffering as well as a choice ofinterchangeable handles.

In-stock items can be delivered directwithin 10 working days from its100,000sqft wholesale storage anddistribution depot situated near theM6. For small volumes customers canreceive wholesale prices with freedelivery on accessories orders over £800or furniture orders over £2,000.Customers can receive factory directprices by creating their own mixedcontainer in 20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cubesizes.

‘Supplying the trade on a containerand wholesale basis, we offer homefurnishing products that promise marketleading design and exceptionalvalue. Whatever your furnishing oraccessory needs are, Besp-Oak is certainto have a product and purchase solutionto suit you,’ says Hanna Albrighton, Besp-Oak marketing manager.Visit: www.besp-oak.com

Give your customers a new way to express themselves with Vancouver Petite in DownpipeAfter many years of success with the Vancouver Petite® Expressions collection, we would like to introduce to you a stunning new colour which is guaranteed to spice up your offering this winter. The new Downpipe colour is an

exquisite matt grey with a hint of blue. Combined with the original Vancouver Petite design in natural Oak, this new option will allow your customers to inject style into any occasional or dining home setting.

Downpipe is just one of seven colours available – others include French Grey, Cornish Cream, Linen, Oak, Brick Lane and Potter’s Wheel – and it works well with our oak tops with satin chrome handles/knobs. It is available to view now

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Tuned inThe main players in the flooringindustry gathered in Hannover. Visit: www.domotex.de

Cavalier introduced the soft-touch polypropylene Serenity in 11 colours and Imperial(75oz) and Regal (45oz) weights

Meister reorganised its laminate into Classic and Premium(Melango, Micala and Talamo). Pictured is Classic MississippiWood.

Granorte’s launches included Vita Decor, a collection of digital designs; 15Corium leather floor designs and updates to the Studio and Emotions corkflooring collections

Egger’s aqua+ technology allows laminate to beused in wet areas such as bathrooms andentrances

Louis De Poortereshowed the Mad Men(pictured) and Mosaiqrug collectionsalongside a preview ofnew designs coming toits carpet offer

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Grand Prix (pictured) and Hampton Bays topped Balta’s StainSafe launches, weighing inwith a pile weight of 2.65kg per sqm

Balterio introduced Pure Wood, its first digitally printeddomestic collection in 18 decors. The technology allows 60sqmwithout pattern repeat.

Hoco upgraded its Woodlink three layer (oak, HDF and spruce) flooring allowing planks ofup to 2.4m

Nine subsidiaries gave up their individual names, such as Kronospan, and united underthe Swiss Krono banner. Pictured is Arium Leonardo Oak.

Beaulieu International Group’s BerryAlloc brand debutedAmbition, aimed at younger home owners with coloursincluding denim parquet

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Lano Carpets’highlights includedthe Taste of LuxuryCollection,Smartstrand Silk,bamboo andpolyamide styles,along withTouchdown (pictured),featuring a series ofnew supersoft 100%Eccelena carpets

Huma’s Parkettsystem has a 1.5mm sealing lip in the upper joint areaallowing it to be used in damp and wet areas

USFloors’ Coretec was pitched as an alternative to LVT and laminate, with itscore made of recycled wood, bamboo, limestone and virgin vinyl. It iswaterproof and needs no acclimatisation before installation.

Quick-Step highlighted the stability of its Livyn LVT, suitable for rooms thatexperience extreme temperature changes, such as conservatories and southfacing rooms

Wineo introduced more than 100 laminate designs across three collections.Jalopy (pictured) uses planks of different widths and types of wood withrustic joints and saw marks.

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Wicanders collaborated with ceramics designer Antonio Bullofor its Corkcomfort collection

Classen’s Sono uses the new Ceramin material, removing theneed for a vapour layer; giving it the rigidity of a timberfloorboard and allowing digitally applied decors

Beaulieu International Group’s Ideal brand introduced the supersoft Touche collectionwith six polyamide ranges (including Satine pictured) with weights of 600g per sqm to2.2kg per sqm and two polypropylene ranges

Avenue introduced Ultimate Styles (pictured) while sister residential vinyl brand Leolinedebuted Mercury XT and updated the Stonemark and Quartz Pro collections

Balta Rugs showed more than 1,000 rugs including the debut of the Vintage collectionand expansion of New Generation. Pictured is Delight.

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Bretz’s Eckbank is designed to bethe focal point for the family,either sitting in the centre or onthe backrest. Add some trays andit becomes a buffet counter.

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Die Collection’s Sona modular cabinet collection includes sideboards, wall units and homeentertainment units in several sizes

W Schillig’s Shadoowhas adjustablebackrests and seatdepths and theoption of woodenstoragecompartments

Flexform updated its Lario sofa, replacing one ofthe arms with a leather covered storage unit

KFF’s Figura table has tubular steel legsinspired by sled frames. It comes inseven sizes from 140cm to 280cm.

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ClassiCon’s Pli side table has a stainless steel base which, depending on the length of thesurface treatment, gives a green, blue, bronze or black shimmer

Leolux’s Indra chair has a steel frame, a choice ofwooden or upholstered arms and optional headrest

Rolf Benz’s Teno is inspired by the way foldsnaturally fall, with its seam detailing

COR expandedCordia with a larger,deep recliner andfootstool

Softline’s Mag consists of a large, soft and sculptedpadded seat cushion on which a padded backrest isfitted via a slightly springy steel neck

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MDF Italia’s Melody was updated with taupe, beige and dovegrey options added to the original all white design

Twenty years after its launch, Verzelloni reissued Divanitas with different proportions of the back andseat and new leg finishes. It has removable covers and the option of decorative stitching in 11 colours.

Thonet added a rocking chairversion, two-seater and two sidetables to its 860 chair which itdebuted in Milan last year

CC Tapis discovered Giuseppe Di Costanzo’s SegniMinimi (Simple Marks) on Instagram. Essential,abstract and geometric designs where lines, figuresand fields of colour overlay each other.

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B&B Italia’s Richard is a modular system of 76items in 90cm and 120cm depths, with ametal profile at the base

Spectral’s Smart Control turns iPhones, iPods and iPadsinto universal remote controls, even when the doors of thefurniture are closed

Draenert’s Nobilerange has beenexpanded with theSwing cantileverchair, with orwithout arms

Sudbrock’s Tando hallfurniture highlightsits horizontal lines tomake the space looklarger

The metal frame of De Sede’s DS21 gives the impression of lightly carrying the cushions, whilethree frame widths are available

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Balada’s debutcollection offeredfloor and tablelamps united byhaving four legs,pictured is No43

Piure added to its Nex modular cabinet range with small integrated drawers,integrated top unit for colour accents and a high gloss finish for all items

Now! By Hulsta’sMinimo is its first babyand children’s range,which can be alteredas the child grows.The cot, for example,becomes a junior bed.

Jori’s Wing sofa can be easily configured from a corner sofa to lounge sofa,double chaise longue, island or daybed

Opinion Ciatti combined contemporary andclassic styles with its Guelfo wingback chairand footstool. The nickel legs combine withthe lightly buffed natural grain leather.

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Fashionable hang upsMurals Wallpaper has assembled four trends for 2016‘Fashion cannot be constrained by the walls of our wardrobe.The trends we see on the runway tend to directly influenceour interior design preferences too. Not to mention thatdesigners for fashion and interiors often draw upon the sameinspirations for new collections.

‘It’s hard not to when it’s all around you. From the placeswe visit to the patterns in our natural environment, it all playsa part in shaping trends,’ says Richard Wilde, MuralsWallpaper md.Visit: www.muralswallpaper.co.uk

‘A spring time favourite, thisstunning backdrop amplifies an oldclassic. Large scale florals make agorgeous change to ditsy prints.We’re used to seeing intricate,repetitive motifs, but 2016 willpave the way for something biggerand better. This magnified look

gives us a chance to appreciate thefiner details of the design. Thebeautiful shadows on stems andthe sprinkling of pollen acrosspetals, it’s all reminiscent of thestunning sun dresses display at theAdam Selman RTW New YorkFashion Week show.’

Floating Dandelions: evokesthe warmer seasons ofspring and summer

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FARAWAY LANDS‘Whether it’s a weekend break or a gap year, travel is a hugepart of our lives and it’s difficult not to be influenced by theplaces and cultures you come across. Fashion runways arealways awash with motifs, techniques and looks inspired byfaraway lands, but in 2016 we predict people will incorporatememories of travel experiences into their interior design.

‘You’re of course going to collect some trinkets along the way,but you can go even further than that. Pay homage to youradventures by charting them on your wall. Showing yourpassion for travel and current trends, with map muralsproviding an opportunity to show off your experiences fromaround the world. Why not pin photos of your holidays on themap where each photo was taken? Or you could even pin theplaces you plan to visit in the future.’

Ancient Style World Map: golden tones contrast with the dark huesdepicting the world as it was known way back when


‘The bright shapes of Kim Seo Ryong’s 2016 showcase still linger in our mind. The modelsilhouettes combined with such edgy motifs posed a stunning juxtaposition. Geometrics playa huge role in interior design, and this will be even more apparent this year. We use thesevibrant shapes to totally transform rooms, as their edges can create an interior illusion thatmakes rooms feel bigger. For 2016, geometrics will be bolstered by bright colours, as opposedto pastel shades.’

MAKE IT MARBLED‘Missoni has notoriously used marbling inrunway items and this pattern is set to be oneof the big textures of 2016. A sophisticatedlook crafted by Mother Nature herself, it’seasy to see the appeal.

‘While fashion encourages us to go wildwith colours, when it comes to using thismotif in interior design, less is often more.The minimalist marble pattern suits a white orgrey setting. Letting the motif make astatement without using bold colours givesoff a truly timeless style that would lookfantastic in any room of the home. Forinteriors influenced by New York FashionWeek, it simply has to be a marble mural.’ Steel Works: a unique design of rusted steel in bold shades of brown and blue

Below: Multicoloured TrianglesGeometric: cool, contemporaryclashing colours among a uniformgeometric triangular pattern, thatcan be bespoke scaled andcolouredBelow right: Cool Brown GeometricPattern: will have you staring at thewall for ages as its geometricshapes create texture and definition

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Classic Red Marble: deep red-orange tones give a classically elegant lookTextured White Marble: contrast with sophisticatedinteriors and polished furniture or display bold furniture

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