New Grill and Drawer from American-Made and Family-Owned Dacor
On August 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA - The Dacor Discovery® Outdoor Grills are available in 52- and 36-inch models, giving backyard chefs power and precision control. This line of quality stainless steel grills feature Dacor’s distinctive, professional-grade Epicure styling.
The Dacor Renaissance® 24-inch Indoor/Outdoor Warming Drawer integrates conveniently and easily into outdoor kitchens along with the Dacor 52- or 36-inch Outdoor Grills. The Renaissance Warming Drawer make it easy to keep grilled food, or even towels, toasty warm with precise temperature control.
American made, family-owned Dacor has been designing and manufacturing luxury kitchen appliances for three generations. Dacor provides a full line…
ICFA Industry Roundtables Offer Education and Networking
On August 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
CHICAGO - Plan to arrive one day early to Casual market Chicago. The International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) will host its third annual industry roundtable from noon to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept 15, the day prior to the opening of Casual Market Chicago.
The event will include discussions of topics including:
• targeting younger customers;
• cutting costs and increasing the bottom line;
• best practices in marketing;
• transitioning online sales from your website;
• managing store growth/opening multiple locations; and
• handling transportation and logistics.
Of…
Summer Garden Party Shows Off Summer Classics’ 2016 Line
On August 13, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
PELHAM, AL - Outdoor furniture manufacturer Summer Classics completed its 13th annual Garden Party event on Tuesday, Aug 11, 2015. For the first time at Summer Classics’ new headquarters, dealers from across the United States and Canada attended the event, which introduced the company’s newest product lines for the 2016 season.
This year’s event was titled Magic and it included two evening events with a seminar. Festivities included a dinner for over 200 attendees on Monday August 10, 2015 at 7 PM with a full cabaret show performed by entertainer Lonnie Parsons. The venue was the company’s stunning new…
Forty-Plus New Designs at Elaine Smith
On August 12, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
LAKE PARK, FL - Featuring the latest color palettes and exclusive designs, the Elaine Smith 2016 Collection is now available online. The machine washable pillows resist rain, sun, and stains.
In 2003, Elaine Smith discovered textiles as lush as they were tough. Their fine fibers could withstand Mother Nature and human nature. Working with these fabrics, and inspired by her dual loves of exotic locales and natural wonders, Elaine created what is the world’s first and only line of outdoor luxury pillows.
Rich in color, lavish in detail, and of course, impervious to the elements, Elaine’s first outdoor…
True Residential 15-Inch Clear Ice Machine Produces 70 Pounds Per Day
On August 12, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
O’FALLON, MO - Officials at Missouri-based True Residential are touting the company’s 15-inch Clear Ice Machine as a “category-changing” undercounter unit capable of producing 70 pounds of ice per day, and storing up to 28 pounds. The product is the only 15-inch undercounter clear ice machine that qualifies for Energy Star.
The True Clear Ice Machine has a patented TruLumina Lighting System and is UL-rated for both indoor and outdoor use, making it a convenient and energy efficient appliance for the patio.
Couristan Plans Sept Savings Event for Dealers
On August 11, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
FORT LEE, NJ - From Sept 1-30, Couristan’s vast array of handmade and power-loomed area rugs will be available at their lowest dealer pricing of the year as part of the Fall 2015 Savings Event Program.
Enhanced with fresh new designs in all categories, the assortment showcases a wide range of high-end fashions in a variety of price points ideal for today’s cost-conscious consumers.
Giving added value to this savings event, packages provide additional discounts for bulk purchases that can revitalize showrooms with hot design trends.
Eldorado Stone Offers Mezzaluna Artisan Fire Bowl
On August 11, 2015, In Industry News by Greg Thompson
SAN MARCOS, CA - At 48 inches in diameter, the Mezzaluna Fire Bowl is the latest addition in the Eldorado Outdoor portfolio. Its soft finish has the look and feel of genuine limestone, which adds tranquility and luxury to any patio. With its graceful and authentic appearance, the Mezzaluna provides a focal point for outdoor gatherings and is the perfect showpiece for luxury outdoor designs.
• Ships with CSA Approved Gas Components
• 65,000 BTU 12” Fire Ring
• Ships Ready for Installation to Fixed Piping
• Includes Black Lava Rock
• Easy Carry…
Veranda Classics Unveils Eco-friendly TerraFab at ICFA Preview Show
On August 09, 2015, In Industry News by Staff
SAVVY RETAILERS ATTENDING the ICFA Preview Show™in July were in search of remarkable and marketable products to attract consumers to showrooms in spring 2016. Those who found their way to Veranda Classics by Foremost discovered TerraFab—and, as Danny Jelley, senior vice president of product development, states, “Customers’ first reactions to the product are exactly the same as my own first impression: It looks real; this cannot be fake.”
Veranda Classics’ TerraFab precisely imitates the surface textures of wood, stone, concrete, leather, woven wicker, metal (including cast aluminum), and almost any other surface texture that can be form molded and…
