by Jeff Frank | Nov 14, 2022 | American-Made Furniture, Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, recliner, Reclining Furniture
Question: Reclining Sofas & Reclining Sectionals: Which Brands Are the Best? Answer: This is an extensive update of a previous article written over 2 years ago, reviewing and rating the Top American made reclining brands. Recently, I spent several days at the...
by Jeff Frank | Oct 30, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Furniture Warranties, Uncategorized
Question: I live in Canada and have been looking at couches. I have narrowed it down to 3: Fuji Sectional from The Furniture Center Cozey Couch Nook Sectional I am considering leather, but the cost is much higher. Do you think that leather is worth the extra cost?...
by Jeff Frank | Oct 25, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Couches, Furniture Manufacturers, Furniture Upholstery, Sofas & Couches, Uncategorized
Question: Where can we purchase a quality 84” sofa for under $3,000? We’re tired of purchasing furniture that doesn’t last! I have been searching the Internet for a quality sofa for months. Any help would be most appreciated. Jennifer 8-24-2022...
by Jeff Frank | Oct 16, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Couches, Sofas & Couches
Question: Which furniture brand makes a better sofa, CR Laine or Rowe Robin Bruce? Toni, Oct. 16, 2022 Answer: C.R. Laine is better. C.R. Laine makes high-quality sofas. The company has built hand-crafted custom upholstery in Hickory, NC for over 60 years. Frames C.R....
by Jeff Frank | Oct 15, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Couches, Sectionals, Sofas & Couches
Question: I just moved into a new apartment and ordered a couch! The downside is the building is over 100 years old and has a super narrow door (29 inches). I was almost able to squeeze the couch through the door but the ceiling is at an odd angle and it got stuck....
by Jeff Frank | Oct 12, 2022 | American-Made Furniture, Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Couches, Furniture Brands, Sectionals, Sleeper Sofas, Sofa beds, Sofas & Couches
The best quality American furniture manufacturers still hand-craft their custom built upholstered furniture. Top American furniture manufacturers, specializing in sectional sofas, sleepers, couches, chairs & other upholstered pieces, still rely on highly skilled...
by Jeff Frank | Oct 9, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Bedroom Furniture, Beds & Mattresses, Brand comparisons, Uncategorized
Best Murphy Beds Murphy beds have served as a reliable space-saver for well over 100 years. They’ve stood the test of time because they offer a great sleeping solution for small or multi-functional spaces — since they fold up into a wall or...
by Jeff Frank | Aug 1, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Couches, Furniture Upholstery, Sofas & Couches, Uncategorized
Question: Which brand of furniture is better quality? England Furniture or Craftmaster? Answer: In my opinion, Craftmaster is slightly better than England in quality. England Furniture is owned by LaZBoy. It is generally considered to be their “custom”...
by Jeff Frank | Jul 29, 2022 | American-Made Furniture, Ask the Expert, Bedroom Furniture, Brand comparisons, Dining Room Furniture, Furniture Manufacturers
Question: I’ve read that furniture stores double the price they paid the manufacturer before they sell to their customers. Is it possible to buy direct from furniture factories? Answer: Yes! Factories that sell to retail stores will not sell to individuals. But...
by Jeff Frank | Jul 28, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Couches, Furniture Brands, Sofas & Couches, Uncategorized
Question: I know what to shop for and what to ask, but are there any high-quality sofas out there that will last at least 15 years like my old sofa? When I priced a sofa through Taylor King, the price was around $3K. I was hoping to pay $1500, which I am realizing...
