Retail sales jumped in May
Both the value and volume of retail sales jumped in May, according to official figures.
The Wooden Floor Store has franchise ambitions
Flooring retailer The Wooden Floor Store hopes to treble in size by setting up franchises across the country.
Midlands move for Loaf
Furniture retailer Loaf is to make its first move into the Midlands next month.
Fabb no more: administration for upholstery chain
Nine store upholstery retailer Fabb Sofas has gone into administration after failing to find a buyer to rescue it.
John Lewis drinks to furniture and flooring boost
John Lewis saw furniture and flooring sales rise in the past week, but it wasn’t enough for an overall home sales rise.
Young takes over at Axminster
Jonathan Young, Axminster Carpets sales director has become acting md.
Howe leads Sweet Dreams SW push
Sweet Dreams has recruited a new agent for the South-West of England and South Wales.
Swoon heads for the coast
Online furniture and accessories retailer Swoon is to head to the south coast for its latest pop-up shop.
Lee steps down as DM Midlands ceo
David Lee, ceo of upholstery group DM Midlands, immediate parent of Ashley Manor and Alexander & James, has stepped down from his role.
Administration for Ultra after Tesco Direct closure
Upholstery manufacturer Ultra Furniture has gone into administration after its main customer announced it was closing.
