Kincaid Furniture is a North Carolina-based manufacturer that has been building solid wood bedroom, dining room, and living room furniture since 1946. Unlike most furniture brands — where less than five percent of the industry uses solid wood — Kincaid builds with genuine solid wood construction, traditional joinery, and hand-rubbed finishes. If you’re shopping for American-made wood furniture built to last generations, here’s what makes Kincaid different.
Continue readingLa-Z-Boy Kells Recliner Review: Sleek, Modern Comfort
The La-Z-Boy Kells recliner is a clean, modern rocking recliner made for people who want real comfort without a bulky frame. It pairs a slim, tailored silhouette with a roomy seat. As a result, it slips into smaller living rooms while still supporting taller sitters. In short, it is a stylish everyday chair that rocks, reclines, and blends easily into contemporary décor.
Continue readingMeet the Canadel Gourmet Kitchen Island: Handcrafted, Hardworking, and Entirely Up to You
There’s a new piece on the La-Z-Boy floor worth a closer look: the Canadel Gourmet Kitchen Island. La-Z-Boy isn’t best known for kitchen islands. La-Z-Boy sources its dining offerings through Canadel, and they usually sit alongside the brand’s signature upholstery. However, this island makes a strong case for spending time in that corner of the showroom.
Continue readingWhere To Buy Solid Wood Furniture Made In America
Why Solid Wood Furniture Made in America Matters
Solid wood furniture made in America isn’t just a nostalgic buzzword. It reflects the craftsmanship behind a piece, the origin of its materials, and how long the piece should last. Domestic manufacturers typically use kiln-dried hardwoods and traditional joinery, such as mortise-and-tenon or dovetail joints. These methods are easier to trace and regulate than construction overseas. As a result, solid wood furniture made in America often lasts longer. Buying domestic also keeps jobs in local communities. It shortens the distance — and the emissions — between the factory and your living room.
If you want a piece that lasts decades rather than years, here are seven sources worth exploring.
Continue reading10 Sustainable Furniture Companies You’ll Love
Looking for furniture companies that share your love for the environment?
Eco-friendly furniture makers pay close attention to two things: the materials they use and the working conditions behind them. Below are ten companies putting that into practice, in no particular order.
At La-Z-Boy, we’re one of them. We turn recycled water bottles into Conserve™ sustainable fabric to keep plastic out of landfills and oceans. It’s just as soft, durable, and comfortable as conventional upholstery, and it comes in a wide range of patterns and colors — plus it’s available with iClean technology to help resist stains.
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