Tupelo Product Introductions

By Furniture Today Staff -- Furniture Today, February 13, 2005

All prices retail TB = Tupelo Building Complex MB = Mississippi Building Complex

ACME MB-C915

Introductions include the No. 5510 sofa, No. 5511 loveseat and No. 5512 chair, all in a black finish.

AICO TB6-6014/6022

Featuring new collections and additions:

• Trevi: Adding an elegant, carved sleigh bed in a latte finish.

• Boulevard: A whimsical, transitional collection in a mild pecan finish with shapes and curves gracing each item. The brushed pewter hardware mixes and matches to create a fluidity of style. Cabriole fronts also give the pieces the feeling of movement. The master bedroom features a poster bed with an artful canopy, sleigh bed and matching case pieces.

• Park Avenue: A straight-lined, minimalist collection that uses fancy-face, zebrawood veneers to exude warmth; pieces make 36 different combinations, $1,499.

• Also, the company will have several styles available in high-quality acrylic velvets and microfibers at special market prices; now stocking seven top-grade leathers available through container program with shipment in 20 days at starting price of $649.

• The company has reorganized its warehouse to accommodate more finished product for faster shipping. Goal is to keep best styles and fabrics in stock at all times.

Cramco TB4-4018

Introduction of Contemporary Design by Cramco division, featuring high-end contemporary and modern casual dining looks at medium price points, featuring mixed media of glass, metal, wood, multiple finishes and fabrics.

New products include:

• Island Pub dinettes with 30-by-48-inch laminate pub table on casters, and four styles of counter-height stools with metal or wood backs, and microdenier suede seats; three-piece sets, $199 to $299.

• 42-by-60-inch gathering tables in a variety of finishes with fully welded counter-height stools with microdenier suede upholstery; five- and seven-piece sets, $399 to $599.

• Motion casual dining in three finishes with intricate scroll-back, tilt-swivel, castered chairs available in four microsuede fabrics and choice of 48-inch glass-top table or 42-by-60-inch laminate-top tables; $599.

• Promotional dinettes in three finishes, with 36-by-60-inch laminate-top tables and fully welded steel-frame chairs; electrostatic powder coat baked-on finishes; $249.

• New Contemporary Design division products are being added to the company's Quick Ship Program, which now includes two-week delivery on $1,500 minimum orders of more than 250 pieces of casual dining, pubs, dinettes and baker's racks.

Crown Mark MB-B524

Houston-based importer expanding leather upholstery line with new seating groups from China. Container-direct and truckload programs available.

Dynamic TB5-5020

Has taken innovative steps towards lean manufacturing to meet an increasingly competitive market. Showing a variety of new groups that were well received at the Toronto market; they vary from the Promotional Value collection to the pine Heritage collection. Company is prepared for this year's tax return season and ready to supply customers with on-time deliveries.

Hart Furniture TB3-3002

Continuing to expand youth offerings with Sweetheart collection, first stand-alone youth group (others were extensions of existing adult groups), with a geometric look. The contemporary feel is enhanced by the use of ribbed glass and tumbled marble tops. The formal dining table extends to 132 inches with two 23-inch fills. The platform bed for the master bedroom features ambient lighting on the base.

• Cortina: Influenced by Italian architecture and grand European designs, Cortina exudes a formal feel with burls, bun feet, antiqued metal hardware and cameo-like stone medallion at the crown of all the case goods. The formal dining room table extends to 156 inches with three 20-inch fills. The master bedroom features a gondola-like sleigh bed. Selected case pieces contain secret doors and hidden extras. Honey walnut finish.

• Milano: With contemporary, simple lines and walnut-grained veneers, Milano has a distinctive modern retro design. The formal dining room table extends to 120 inches with two 18-inch fills. The master bedroom features shaped case pieces with soft curves.

• Morocco: Features a classical look that borrows from a Moorish influence. Adorned with intricate ornamentation found in Northern Africa and Middle Eastern cities, shaped arches, marble columns and unique grillwork. The formal dining table extends to 156 inches with three 24-inch fills. The master bedroom features a mantel bed and case goods with ornate door pulls, arched headboard with back lighting and detailed grillwork.

• Also featuring new fireplaces, bars and barstools that coordinate with various AICO collections.

Bedroom Distributors TB1-1438

• The Laura captain's trundle bed in honey pine finish with trundle bed and three-drawer dresser underneath, $399.

• Windsor twin/twin bunk bed in honey pine finish, mattress ready with slat rolls, $199.

• Monica trundle day bed in honey, natural and white finishes, with slat rolls, $179.

• Nightfall futon, two pieces with rich dark cherry finish on hardwood, front operating, $399.

Big Sleep/Big Tree MB-D3106/3206

Big Sleep will be introducing a new Model 333 mattress, featuring a patented Eurotech 3-Zone construction and visco-elastic foam. It retails at $699 in queen. Big Tree is showing the Valencia sofa futon sleeper targeting the $899 retail price point. It features a hidden back deck design.

Bushline TB2-2010/2108

• No. 89007, sofa, loveseat, chair, ottoman of top-grain leather with Marshall coil springs in all seat cushions, padded frames, available by containers, $899 sofa.

• No. 2230 sectional in Culp's Acrylic Velvets, three to five pieces.

• 15 pieces of girl's youth bedroom in antebellum white finish. Pieces from $50 to $300.

The Harmony adult bedroom collection:

• Eight pieces in white oak finish on heirloom-style case goods, including post bed. Set retails from $699 to $799.

Higdon TB1-1500

Three new bedrooms:

• La Scala, 10-piece suite in weathered ash and marble-like finish with satin-finish brass-like embossing, overlays and hardware; four-piece groups start at $799.

• Winchester Station, nine transitional pieces with solid fronts and molding in a rich, dark finish; poster or panel bed available; four-piece groups start at $899.

• Savannah, seven pieces with hand-crafted metal bed and mirror and pine finish on cases, embossed molding coordinates with scrolling on bed and mirror; four-piece groups start at $699.

• To Heartland, adding a poster bed with solid-wood posts to 11-piece group with solid fronts, molding and mirror; all cases with roller guides; four-piece groups start at $899.

• Four-drawer promotional chest with roller guides and finished interior; $27 FOB Quincy, Fla.

Howard Miller TB1-1406

New collector's cabinets, including two corner models and a metal-finished model.

• Wilshire, corner cabinet in hardwoods and veneers, Golden Oak finish, arched bonnet top with shell overlay.

• Tillman/Tameron, corner cabinet in two finishes; three glass shelves in top with door storage on bottom; stands 72 inches tall and 28 inches across the front, 16 inches from the front to the back corner. Tillman is the Windsor Cherry version; Tameron is in Golden Oak.

• Coastal Point, arched pediment cabinet with a Platinum finish over hardwoods and veneers; brushed nickel hardware and decorative door pulls; shell overlay on top and in corners of the front molding.

• Embassy, hardwoods and veneers in Embassy Cherry finish, lightly distressed; pediment crowned with detailed leaves and shell design; fluted columns with caps that match the pediment.

Largo TB6-6030/6032

Introductions include three button-tufted chairs. The Jaclyn Smith Home by Largo Avignon collection also is being spotlighted.

Leather Italia-USA TB3-3059, 3171

Sofa highlights include Nassau, Hanover and Eden, in contemporary with flared arm treatment, $995. Shipped to dealers from Leland, N.C.

Legends by Bary Alan Leeman TB1-1400

No. 1500 contemporary living room in Gum Tree Fabric's Montana microdenier suede includes sofa, loveseat, chair, ottoman and lounger.

Liberty Furniture TB6-6218

• Introducing an oak version of the strong-selling traditional-style American Traditions collection in cherry; nine-piece bedroom, seven-piece entertainment and nine-piece home office; large case pieces; bedroom, $2,699; entertainment, $1,999; home office, $1,499.

• Plymouth Plantation, 11-piece traditional oak casual dining collection, available in black and oak finishes; table with rotating top; $999.

Mac Motion Chairs TB4-4201

A new glider rocker resource makes its debut with more than 25 models. Highlights include the No. 520 metal glider at $399 in microfiber. It has wood-trimmed arms and fully upholstered side panels that conceal the mechanism.

Mayo Brothers TB4-4030/4032

• No. 1225, sofa, loveseat, chair and ottoman group with queen sleeper in transitional styling with Valdese's Pierce and Quaker's Wagontrain fabrics, $699, sofa.

• No. 1445, sofa, loveseat, chair and ottoman group in transitional styling on wood frame with Culp's patterns On Air and Saravena, sofa, $799.

• No. 1655 sofa, loveseat, chair and ottoman group in contemporary with Tietex's Mobile and Mastercraft's Glass Rings fabric, sofa, $599.

• No. 1833, sofa, loveseat and queen sleeper in traditional styling with Blumenthal's Lakme and Dolce, sofa, $899.

Michels & Co.Tb1-1014

• Seven-piece No. 5500 classic contemporary bedroom in satin cherry wood-grain veneers with Cordova marble tops; Cavetto shaped gold-leaf design moldings with full returns on all cases; dramatic full/queen poster bed with Cordova marble crown and gold-leaf design molding; bed offered with wood hook on rails.

• Five-piece promotional lifestyle No. 3200 bedroom in denim blue with Bishop pine tops, cut-out bases, pewter-cup hardware and scored plank design; full/queen panel headboard with scored plank design and softly curved overlay crown.

• Five-piece No. 1900 contemporary brushed-chrome wall with frosted curved glass doors with concealed Euro hinges and adjustable shelves; piers and bridge expand to accommodate most big-screen TVs; multimedia credenza with dual frosted glass doors and adjustable shelves fits plasma, LCD, DLP and regular TVs.

• Contemporary two-piece No. 1910 entertainment center with left/right curio pier in mar-resistant platinum and brushed chrome with custom curved glass door with concealed Euro hinges, laser-light curio and adjustable shelf; multimedia credenza with dual storage drawers, wire-management portals and shelves designed to accommodate plasma, LCD, DLP and regular TVs.

Orleans TB1-1428

Magnolia Hummerz, a promotional wood bedroom collection in various flavors:

• Seven pieces in traditional cherry-finish cherry veneers and hardwood solids; six pieces, $1,399.

• Nine country-style pieces in oak-finish solid oak and oak veneers, with hardwood solids; tri-view mirror, and sleigh or poster bed; six-piece group, $1,499.

• Nine-piece transitional suite in merlot-finish cherry veneers and hardwood solids, with two sleigh beds; six pieces with starting bed, $1,399; with step-up bed, $1,599.

• Seven-piece transitional group in harvest pine finish on pine solids and veneers, with a combination of metal and wood on headboard and mirror; six-piece group, $1,599.

Palliser MB-E4208

Newly opened 14,000-square-foot showroom allows the Canadian-based leather upholstery and case goods resource to showcase its warehoused assortment stocked in Troutman, N.C.

• Troon sofa: Classic stationary sofa rounds out company's traditional upholstery offering. Nailhead treatments on the arms and along the base accentuate the semi-tight seating and shapely design.

• Eastwood: Relaxed urban casual cinema seating offers stylish comfort in a variety of leather and fabric options and piece configurations. Features include wireless Bass Shakers and customer-direct FedEx shipping.

Perdue TB3-3020B

Four new collections include:

• 13000 Series, Midnight, a value-priced collection with high-gloss black, 6mm vinyl finish on all surfaces; outstanding mirror and headboard treatments for the price point.

• Bow Tie bedroom with curved cases in 6mm vinyl finish on all surfaces with metal roller-guide drawer system for higher-end look.

Company-delivered pricing and low minimum orders.

Pulaski TB6-6034

• Relaunching curio line under Keepsakes brand name, along with 11 new items for Tupelo market. Three new designs featuring the accents of its best-selling curios at entry level price of $199. New value-priced, all-wood curio in two finishes, $299.

• New cappuccino cherry and pepper oak finishes with simulated marble top consoles, $699.

Saddle Creek MB-3104

Formerly Infinity International, this Tupelo-based importer of Brazilian goods has two new contemporary models, and is expanding its traditional entries.

• The Metro Group, in 100% leather, features a track arm with showwood along the bottom base rail. Eight-inch box cushion is loose and can be moved around. Contemporary styling. $999.

• The Pacifica Group, in 100% leather, features flared arms and pillowtop, removable seat cushions. Traditional styling. $899.

• The Avalon sofa, in 100% leather, features traditional styling with nailheads individually applied by hand. Eight-inch T cushion with reflex foam and loose seat cushions. $999.

All introductions are available on a quick-ship basis, with five- to seven-day delivery.

Seville Furniture MB-B601-602/701-702

No. 1800 contemporary/transitional collection in a Quaker corded chenille, includes chaise and wedge, sleeper and storage ottomans, sofas from $449 to $499; and No. 1900 collection with chaise and wedge and ottoman in microdenier suede in contemporary/transitional styling, sofas from $449 to $499. Both groups are designed to offer 50 ways to merchandise — mix-and-match sofa-sleeper or loveseat-sleeper, plus the oversized chaise, add to the versatility of both groups.

Sleeptronic TC4-4022

The company will debut a series of new bedding models featuring Chiro Conform visco foam, with prices beginning at just over $300 in queen. The company also will show its new Cosmic collection, a line of value-oriented, single-sided innerspring sets.

Stein World TB5-5115

• Inspired by the look of the Italian countryside, the five-piece Tuscany group features farmhouse styling in a rich, aged finish.

• Antoinette is a French-inspired, four-piece group in an antique parchment finish. Pieces include an oval bathroom vanity with copper sink and marble top, a credenza and vitrine chest.

• Soho is a sophisticated contemporary collection in an elegant espresso finish. This five-piece collection includes a sleek bathroom vanity with a unique glass bowl basin, casual rectangular dining table and versatile bookcase/sideboard.

• Biscayne, a six-piece occasional group, features rattan inlays paired with rich veneers in a warm pecan finish for a coastal feel. Pieces include a stately media cabinet and corner cabinet.

• Buckingham, a five-piece collection with medieval and gothic influences, features a carved media cabinet in a rich, warm cherry with burl inlays. Other pieces include a blanket trunk, corner commode with marble top, four-drawer keyhole chest and double console table.

Transworld/Tammex USA TB1-1001

Introducing a line of modular youth/teen bedroom furniture with mix-and-match pieces, colors and themes. There are eight pieces in the line: full bed (with trundle), twin/twin bunk bed, long desk, corner desk, four-drawer dresser, two-door locker/cabinet (with tabletop), nightstand and media cart. Included in the line are these collections:

• Pit Stop, full bed with twin trundle; headboard with dimpled, colored metallic panels; twin/twin bunk bed; patented 3-inch oval tubing; available in standard racing colors (white, yellow, red, purple and blue), as well as team colors; pieces $75 to $399.

• Sports Series, twin/twin 3-inch metal tubing bunk beds; themes cover basketball, football, baseball, soccer, hockey, car racing; pieces $75 to $399.

• Silverado, twin/twin bunk bed; full bed, silver and black, 3-inch oval tubing; pieces $75 to $399.

• Fuller, full beds with twin trundle; new, patented geometric tubing combined with angle iron support system; pieces $125 to $199.

• Full loft/desk bed; unit also has freestanding twin bed; 3-inch oval tubing; pieces $349 to $499.

• Home On The Range solid-wood group, twin/twin wagon wheel bunk bed; captain's bed, twin bed with twin pullout bed, two large storage drawers; available in honey or cherry. Armoire/computer station/entertainment center with sliding shelf for keyboard; hanging rack; cut-outs in back panel for wires and chords (for TV, computer, stereo); extra storage drawer on the bottom; available in honey or cherry; four-drawer dresser; pieces $149 to $449.

Ultimate Accents MB-E4211

Showing 68 new items in an expanded space, including:

• Brassfield, five entertainment pieces, cabinet has five drawers and a drop lid that matches the outside doors; cabinet, $1,499.

• Diana, 11 occasional pieces with hand-painted finishes, finished backs; includes a floor mirror.

• Crimson, seven occasional pieces with faux leather and an embossed design; nesting tables, $199.

• Dunes, nine occasional pieces with hand-painted finishes and soft rub-through effect.

Union City TB4-4002

• No. 321 table group, three occasional tables with solid-wood core, cultured onyx top; $999.

• Promotional groups, offering first collections at low price points such as Alice collection: solid-wood-framed sofa, love-seat and chair for $699.

United MB-B606

Expanding its motion, leather and fabric seating programs. Also introducing an Xpress Ship program.

Vaughan-Bassett TB3-3234

• 18th century bedroom in cherry veneers and hardwood solids; tall pediment bed with blanket rail on footboard; large case sizes.

• Victorian bedroom in cherry veneers; solid-wood top drawers with serpentine shape and ball-and-claw foot; authentic oversize mansion bed reminiscent of Mississippi plantation antiques.