Industry News & Blogs
Woodard marks 145 years of making outdoor furnishings - 2011-04-22 15:07:22 | Casual Living
Woodard is celebrating its 145th anniversary as a pioneering manufacturer of wrought iron, aluminum and all-seasons wicker outdoor furniture.
South Sea Rattan showing at Las Vegas Market - 2010-01-19 22:37:55 | Furniture Today
LAS VEGAS — Indoor and outdoor furniture source South Sea Rattan will open its first World Market Center showroom here for the Las Vegas Market, set for Feb. 1-5.
Report: Ficks Reed appears to be closed - 2011-02-03 16:04:54 | Casual Living
CINCINNATI — Ficks Reed, a producer of rattan and wicker furniture, outdoor woven and contract furnishings, appears to be closed, according to a report in The Cincinnati Enquirer.
Casual furniture sources expand at High Point - 2010-08-20 07:19:42 | Casual Living
THE NUMBER of casual furniture manufacturers will grow at the next High Point Market. In addition to new exhibitors, long-time players are taking larger, higher profile positions.
Design debuts - 2009-03-01 05:00:00 | Casual Living
The Lockhaven chair and ottoman is Taylor King’s latest piece for outdoor living. Transitional styling and Ultra Aire seat cushions highlight the settee, chair and ottoman, suitable for covered outdoor areas. Mainly Baskets recently introduced the Mainly Outdoors line of wicker furniture, featuring
Product introductions: Rovergarden USA, Koverton Classics, Anchor Industries - 2006-10-16 10:38:00
Rovergarden USA has introduced several items for 2007, including the Lemano Sun Bed, a multi-position stacking chair made from aluminum and interchange-able Batyline tex. Also introduced is the Tex Collection specifically designed for the contract market, and the Prada folding chair, a resin
Caluco reports steady growth - 2009-03-30 14:55:00 | Casual Living
From Caluco, the Mirabella club chair combines a deep espresso-colored resin wicker with sleek polished stainless steel. Caluco’s bold, contemporary Mirabella, Maxime and Grace collections are proving popular with a younger consumer demographic as well as hospitality buyers and interior designers.
High Point Highlights - 2009-04-01 04:00:00 | Casual Living
Design and home fashion will take the stage at this month’s High Point Market. Casual furniture and accessories carry cozy indoor looks and comfort to the porch, sunroom or poolside.
Home Casual to acquire Sun Isle - 2006-09-18 15:07:00 | Casual Living
Home Casual has reached an agreement to acquire Sun Isle USA, a manufacturer of all-weather wicker. Home Casual, with estimated revenue of $190 million, makes mid- to high-end aluminum, cast aluminum, wood, wrought iron and all-weather wicker furniture.
Dark wicker stays strong - 2005-06-15 04:00:00 | Casual Living
Retailers report outdoor wicker sales remain strong this season, but location determines what styles sell best. "Deep seating sells, dining does not," said Keith Kennington of Casual Living, with four stores in and around Dallas. "If you go heavy with dining, you will live with it awhile. In my
