Thomasville Plant Back Up and Running

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After closing in mid-2007, ’s C in Davidson County, N.C., is back up and running, according to a report Thursday in the Lexington (N.C.) Dispatch.

Around 50 people, many who previously worked for , are making to complement work at the company’s in Lenoir, John Hastings, vice president of communications for Brands International, said in the report. hired back around 100 workers in Lenoir when that increased production in July.

cited increased costs for outsourcing some jobs in , along with the cost of shipping goods from Asia, for the new domestic production.

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Broyhill to consolidate 5 upholstery plants

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Brands International announced that it is consolidating all five of its manufacturing plants in North Carolina into one facility in Lenoir, NC.

The in Lenoir, NC, used to manufacture Pacemaker case goods, but it has been idle since 2006. Brands CEO Ralph P. Scozzafava said the move will help Brands increase its production of .

“With more than half a million square feet of space that is being configured for maximum efficiency, Pacemaker gives Brands a platform for the high-volume manufacture of a full range of upholstered products,” Scozzafava said. (more…)

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Florida furniture chains feel the pain

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The plummeting housing market, credit crisis and declining consumer confidence have helped to put purchases on the back burner for many homeowners in South and across the country. That’s taken a huge bite out of business for retailers like City owner Keith Koenig.

After years of riding South ’s real estate boom, Koenig and other retailers are paying the price and suffering through the bust.

It’s a dramatic turnaround after more than a decade when ’s housing boom fueled one of the most vibrant retail markets in the country. While some trouble started in 2006, the last year has marked the worst slowdown in decades. (more…)

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Buy More, Save More with Thomasville Furniture

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Big family gatherings are just around the corner, and now is the time to get the celebration started. With instant rebates on any $1000* or more purchase, this is your chance to get your entire home ready for company. The more you buy, the more you save. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to take home the styles you love, and a terrific rebate, too.

*Rebate offer valid on wood, mattress, accessory and purchases occurring between10/2/08 and 11/3/08. Minimum $1,000 qualifying purchase required to be eligible for any rebate. Offer void where prohibited, regulated, taxed or restricted by law. Not valid on prior purchases. See for full details.

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The Thomasville Furniture 4th of July Sale

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The styles that set your heart aflutter. The savings that demand,“Now’s the time”. For style and quality, there’s no better place than . And with Fourth of July savings, there’s no better time than now. From custom to and to favorite collections like and The Hills of Tuscany, there’s so much to love, so much to save. Even our latest looks from Rivage and Coterie are specially priced. Come in today and save.

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Thomasville Furniture - summer sale

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You don’t have to spend a lot to get a lot of style at . Especially during our Summer , when you’ll find terrific prices on stylish looks for every room in your home. So much is on , from Quick Ship to to fabulous every-room styles from our most enduring collections, including Coterie™ as shown above. Prices valid only on purchases made between 6/5/08 and 6/23/08 at participating stores. Not valid on prior sales.

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Thomasville Memorioal Day Sale

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You wouldn’t settle for anything less than the perfect fit, style, and color in the clothes you wear. Now there’s no reason to settle for off-the-rack . With the custom programs, you know you’ve found the right look because you’re the designer. You pick the arm style, the base, and a dazzling array of fabric, trim, and pillow options, plus coordinating , , , and . (more…)

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Thomasville Memorial Day Sale - Save $100

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During Day, every purchase comes with a very comfortable bonus: $100 off any Limited Edition Simmons Beautyrest sleep system. That goes for the ever-so-graceful poster , the so-very-sophisticated Luminé peninsula , and every in the line. But don’t snooze. This special bonus is only during our Day . (more…)

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