by Jeff Frank | Jan 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
Which is more important to you – Style or Practicality? Glass can provide you with modern looks that cannot be obtained from wood. If you require a very large table, that is more easily done with wood than glass. From a practicality viewpoint: High quality wood...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
Furniture stores typically charge $50 – $200 for this service based on a maximum assembly time of 30 minutes. If the time needed is more than 30 minutes there may be an additional charge. Photo from Franthony.com Know someone who might be interested in this...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 11, 2021 | Uncategorized
The proliferation of mattress brands is a fairly new phenomenon. Unlike furniture brands, which have dramatically declined in the U.S. over the past 30 years, mattress brands have increased exponentially during that same period. Currently there are over 100...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
Check out this YouTube video of a “new” couch purchased off a truck selling “cheap” sofas from a local parking lot. The sofa’s cushions and padding are completely stuffed with diapers and feminine hygiene products. USED diapers and feminine hygiene products. Know...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 8, 2021 | Uncategorized
Prior to the 1950s building codes that specified the minimum width for doorways were almost non-existent in the U.S. Federal regulations, such as the American Disabilities Act, may mandate building code requirements for public use buildings, but privately owned...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 7, 2021 | Uncategorized
There is a wide variation on the cost of replacement sofa cushions. Some of the variables include: Size of the cushions (length and depth.) Thickness of the cushions. Type of material used in the cushion core. Foam Down/feathers Coil springs, etc.) Foam density Type,...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
It depends on whether or not the cushions are removable. Non-removable cushions are most often found in: Low and mid-priced reclining furniture. Leather seating. One sided cushions can save several hundred dollars when expensive leather is used. Some lower cost...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
A Google Search for “How do I get rid of dog scratches on leather furniture and came up with the following articles: How to Repair Scratches on Leather Furniture How to Repair Claw Marks on a Leather Chair How to Take Care of Leather Furniture With Dog Scratches |...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
There are no cat-proof sofas. Tightly woven materials (such as microfibers) are more cat-resistant than loosely woven fabrics, but will not deter a determined feline. Over the years I have spoken with dozens of customers about best methods for cat-proofing sofas. The...
by Jeff Frank | Jan 2, 2021 | Uncategorized
“How do I clean my sofa (or couch)?” is one of the most common questions asked by furniture customers. Many years ago a cleaning code system was developed as a guide for consumers In this code: W stood for water-based cleaners (such as upholstery shampoo)...
