Our cover star this month is Gallery Direct and they share a further insight into their SS25 Collection, a statement of their commitment to providing the complete lifestyle solution. We caught up with Kyoto as the brand explores the continued transformation of the sofabed, while Sherborne Upholstery talks about the year ahead following the successful launch of its new products.
We feature the latest updates from Adjust-A-Bed, GNG, Image Furnishings and Sofa Source, as well as new upholstery brand Avriio. Whitemeadow details the launch of its customer portal, while Reinforced Beds blueprints the specifications and benefits behind its products. Purecare reaffirms its health and wellbeing message and Harrison Spinks’ Chairman, Simon Spinks, reflects on being awarded an OBE in the King’s 2025 New Year’s Honours List in recognition of his contribution to the mattress and bed industry.
This month features a first look at the upcoming Furniture Components Expo, which takes place from 19th – 20th March in Telford, and includes JJ Smith’s latest advancements in its woodworking robotics range, as well as an insight into Fibre Components Ltd.
As for our regular features, Peter Harding, Managing Director at Fairway Furniture, takes our Big Interview and shares an insight into his role, how technology and sustainability is evolving the industry, and why eclectic chic remains very popular. Meanwhile, Retail Focus features Luxus Home and Garden, who share an insight into future plans, product category expansion and why sustainability is core to its concept. We also spoke with Mark Simmons in our latest Meet the Agent/Rep series, who talks about the day-to-day, supply chain challenges, online adaption and the benefit of digital tools.
Letter’s from China, Vietnam and America return, while Furniture And Choice reveal more industry trends. George Sinclair, Owner at retailer Nimbus Beds, features as our Bed Expert and talks about the importance of building a brand for the long term. To wrap things up, Furniture Sales Solutions shares some tips on how to avoid discounting at the point of sale in furniture retail.
