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 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 | Oct 5, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Beds & Mattresses, Uncategorized
Question: Are the purple mattresses with a plain roll frame worth 2700.00 at Ashley’s? They said 10 yrs warranty. 1734.00 has been paid. Answer: Purple sells their mattresses through several different major retailers. They also sell online through their...
by Jeff Frank | Sep 19, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Buying Furniture Online, Fabrics, Furniture Costs, Furniture Sales Tactics, Uncategorized
Question: Is it really possible to buy good quality fabrics at 50% off or better? Answer: The surprising answer is Yes! My background includes 15 years as the owner of a furniture manufacturing company. I have purchased thousands of yards of fabrics from dozens of...
by Jeff Frank | Aug 8, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Reclining Furniture, Uncategorized
Question: I’m looking for a Smith Brothers couch with a motorized recliner at both ends in either fabric or leather. But I can’t seem to find a retail store near me that carries that brand. Can you help me find a store or outlet that sells Smith Brothers...
by Jeff Frank | Aug 2, 2022 | Ask the Expert, Furniture History, Furniture Stores, RTA Furniture, Uncategorized
Question: How did IKEA revolutionize the furniture industry? What was furniture shopping like before IKEA, and what strategies did they introduce that changed everything? Sept. 1, 2022 Answer: IKEA is a highly innovative worldwide manufacturer and retailer. Few people...
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 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...
by Jeff Frank | Jul 27, 2022 | American-Made Furniture, Ask the Expert, Brand comparisons, Furniture Brands, Furniture Manufacturers, recliner, Reclining Furniture, Uncategorized
I have been deeply involved with new product design & upholstered furniture manufacturing over the past 30 years. Previously, I purchased over $100 million of furniture as a buyer for a major furniture retail chain in the 1970s & 1980s. Please send me your...
