TUSCALOOSA, AL - Phifer’s new 2018-2019 Designed Fabrics stock line is marked by water-inspired and sparkling jewel-toned blues and greens, multitasking neutrals, and varied texture, offering a generous helping of ideas for making subtle or more dramatic updates to indoor and outdoor spaces.

The new collection features softly-textured, milky pearl colorations that evolve contemporary styling as it moves into the design forefront.  New gray introductions will help bridge yellow-based neutrals of the past with emerging color trends in cool grays. High texture and natural imperfection will continue to be important as new stock patterns mimic natural woven materials with handmade…

SUN VALLEY, CA - Merritt Designs, a leader in the casual tableware industry, will be unveiling its designer melamine to the outdoor and casual industry during the September Casual Market Chicago from the 12th through the 15th. Headlining the 2018 collections are creations by U.S. artists including Erica Friedman Studio, Lisa Thomas and Tre Sorelle Home Design. Each design in the introductory collections incorporates color as well as texture in high end melamine dinnerware and serving pieces.

“Each season, we are excited to add new designs from our family of talented artists,” said Kimberly Plummer, sales and marketing manager…

NASHVILLE, TN - IronStrike introduces a new addition to the Bellevue family of gas fireplace inserts with the Bellevue 27. Transforming a wood burning fireplace to a gas appliance, the Bellevue 27 is an ideal solution to upgrade the hearth without the cost of a complete fireplace overhaul.  A large, unobstructed view of the flame provides the look and feel of a traditional wood fire with the convenience of gas.  The sleek black interior highlights the yellow dancing flames from the five hand-painted and detailed oak timber logs.

Ceramic glass and a circulating blower provide heat for up to 1,625…

Astria Fireplaces introduces a new addition to its high-efficiency, wood burning fireplaces with the Villa Vista CD. 
A large, rectangular, ceramic glass opening on a precision laser-cut, heavy steel door allows panoramic views during use while an efficient air wash system makes sure you can clearly see the flame.

With a 3.8 cubic foot insulated firebox, the Villa Vista CD’s heavy steel log container can easily hold and burn logs up to 20 inches in length. Smooth white interior panels, a durable high temperature paint finish and an integrated ash lip give the Villa Vista CD an…

NEW YORK, NY - NorthCape and Libby Langdon are heading to the Chicago Casual Market with four new outdoor collections that expand the designer’s vision of modern outdoor living. The new designs will be displayed in a comprehensive presentation inside NorthCape’s Merchandise Mart showroom (Space 16-112) featuring rugs, lighting and accessories from the designer’s growing constellation of brand partners.

“Retailers are coming to Market looking for something fresh and new to excite shoppers,” Langdon says, “and our goal at NorthCape this Market is to present them with fashion forward, high-quality furniture for the outdoors in an inspirational environment packed…

FORT LEE, NJ – Couristan, Inc. a leading importer/manufacturer of fine, quality area rugs, residential broadloom and custom carpeting for the contract and hospitality industries is proud to announce the appointments of Mr. Chris Bushur and Mr. Mark O’Neill to the position of territory managers for its Residential Division.   

Chris Bushur has been appointed as the company’s residential territory manager for Northern California and Northern Nevada. Bushur will be reporting directly to Jeff Forwood, the company’s national sales manager for its Residential Division. Bushur has over 35-years of experience in the floor covering industry with a background of…

HOUSTON - HPBA is thinking of Texas residents, who as a result of the recent natural disaster, may not have access to food or a cooking appliance to make a warm meal.

Support Operation BBQ Relief, HPBA’s charity of choice. Operation Barbecue Relief is currently mobilizing assets and securing resources to help the victims of the destruction from Tropical Storm Harvey. Operation Barbecue Relief has passed the one million mark in meals served—and with your help—this number can be even higher. Alternatively, the American Red Cross has a general disaster relief program that includes food, basic living supplies, and…

BALDWIN PARK, CA - Caring for outdoor furnishings and accessories has just gotten easier with the launch of Treasure Garden’s TG Care Collection.  A care and maintenance program, Treasure Garden Care is a collection of products to clean, maintain, protect and restore any outdoor furniture, umbrellas, cushions and more; all done in an environmentally safe way. Included in the line are cleaners for upholstery and fabric, cast aluminum/iron outdoor furniture and umbrella bases, as well as teak and other hardwoods. All formulas are water-based, non-toxic, non-corrosive and completely free of solvents (VOC’s).  Protective furniture covers and additional maintenance products also…