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Mattress recycling rises but 2028 targets in doubt
There has been a marked improvement in mattress recycling rates across the UK, but the bed industry is still far

Breasley brings in Thorpe to sleep science role
Fresh from securing a partnership with Wrexham AFC, Bed manufacturer Breasley has recruited Robin Thorpe as the brand’s sleep science

No inflation for furniture but deflation rules outdoor and lighting
Furniture saw no inflation in September, but furnishings price changes pushed the combined sector into deflation. According to ONS data

Inflation returns for flooring despite smooths deflation reaching yearly high
Inflation returned to the flooring sector in September, after smooths saw another major price change. Flooring saw deflation of 0.5%

Blott leaves retail to join Whitemeadow landscape
After almost a decade in furniture retailing, Victoria Blott has switched to manufacturing at Whitemeadow. She has become area sales

Swyft to debut first store
Upholstery brand Swyft is to open its first store this week. Dubbed Store 01 – Angel, the two-storey showroom will

Dreams buys HQ from Clare
Dreams has bought its High Wycombe headquarters from founder Mike Clare. ‘Securing ownership of Bedquarters is a hugely exciting milestone

Bensons makes flatpack bedroom move with EasyKlix
Bensons for Beds has begin selling Forte’s EasyKlix flatpack designs, its first move into flatpack bedroom furniture. ‘We’re delighted to

Natura Flooring opens UK distribution centre
Wood flooring brand Natura Flooring has opened a UK distribution centre. Italian manufacturer Florian Group is building a showroom at
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One month on – relive the best of SOLEX 26
It is already a month since SOLEX 26 opened its doors: it feels like only yesterday that the NEC welcomed

One month on – relive the Solex World Cup awards evening
One of the standout moments of SOLEX 26 took place after the exhibition halls closed, as retailers, exhibitors, and industry


