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CONTRACT FURNITURE

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

In my former life I would see ads for “contract furniture” and wonder what exactly “contract” had to do with furniture…  …Turns out that Business fixtures is an industry in itself specializing in creating furniture for hospitality, healthcare, commercial and other non-residential applications.  The “contract” component refers to the intended use for the furniture and the expectation…

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Contract Trends for Furniture

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

This year promises exciting innovations in contract furniture trend designs & function.   (800)-969-4100 Get Quote Now Function, form & Finances! The year ahead promises a wave of exciting innovations in contract furniture design and functionality, offering solutions that enhance both aesthetics and utility across various industries. As the contract furniture industry continues to evolve,…

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Contract Furniture Trends

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

A Review of Contract Furniture Trends As they say, necessity is the mother of invention. Trends in the contract furniture industry saw some exciting innovation in the field of furniture designed for health care environments: With a growing aging population experiencing issues related to limited mobility and incontinence, manufacturers have begun looking closely at the design and…

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Upholstered Furniture: Understanding Fabric Cleaning Symbols.

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

What Do Those Upholstery or Fabric Cleaning Symbols Mean? W, S, W-S?? When maintaining upholstered seating for any facility, it is essential to understand proper cleaning methods for your upholstery type.  Specialty fabrics and fabric finishes can easily be ruined (and all warranties voided) with the wrong type of cleaning.  It is tempting to throw seat covers in the…

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Furniture for Incontinence-What to Look for.

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

When dealing with incontinence it is essential that urine not be allowed to pool. Experience comfort and dignity with our specialized incontinence furniture, designed for discreet support. Elevate your lifestyle with quality solutions tailored to your needs. kn Urine on exposed wood can not only cause long-term foul odors, but can also damage the wood and compromise the…

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Furniture for Incontinence-Making Upholstered Pieces Fluid-Resistant.

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

Furniture designed for consumers with incontinence can be made more effective with a fluid-resistant fabric deck. A fabric deck is an enhancement to a standard piece of upholstered seating.  With fabric decking, fully upholstered furniture is made with a fluid-resistant piece of fabric under the cushions.  To help you picture what this is, if you were to pick up the…

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Furniture for incontinence– Part 1

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

Caring for residents and clients with urinary incontinence can be frustrating for staff.  Achieving sanitation requirements, managing client comfort and preserving furniture and flooring can be difficult priorities for a busy staff.  Fortunately, there are ways to make dealing with indulgence easier through steps as easy as using furniture that is designed to make clean-ups less strenuous.  In…

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Furniture: Understanding Your Delivery Options

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

When ordering items that are too big for standard package delivery, you may be faced with some unfamiliar furniture delivery options. There are Frequently Asked Questions about shipping options for furniture and other large items. Making yourself aware of these options help unpleasant surprises. (800)-969-4100 Get Quote Now Wading through a bevy of terms like “drop ship” and “LTL” can be intimidating…

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What is Your Workspace Style Like?

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

Look Around your Workspace setup. What Do You See? Traditional, Contemporary, Transitional…BORING? If you have a job that requires you to spend time at an office, chances are you spend more waking time at the office than at home. So, shouldn’t your office be as beautiful as your home?  It has become easy to express…

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Furniture For Adolescent Treatment Centers Can Aid in Their Success.

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

Teenagers participating in residential treatment programs for addiction face a recovery process complicated by what is often a first experience living away from home. Empowering adolescents on their path to recovery, our treatment centers provide a supportive environment for growth and healing. While the separation from the familiar can be a necessity, residential treatment facilities often carefully…

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