David Bridge

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Industry has mixed views on value of green movement

Let me begin right away by admitting that I am confused about how our industry is thinking about the green issue. On the one hand, I’ve gotten feedback from industry leaders questioning the value of going green. “This is a trend, maybe,” one leader recently said. Added another: “Why is this good for the industry?” And a third said of the green phenomenon:... More

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Three specialists lead bedding growth parade

Looking for some retail superstars able to buck a down market and generate double-digit growth? Look no further than three bedding giants: Mattress Firm , Mattress Giant and Sleepy’s . Those standouts had impressive growth years in 2007, each moving up on Furniture/Today’s list of the Top 100 U.S. Furniture Stores. Our latest survey, published in the May 26 issue, is... More

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Formaldehyde: Pay attention

I’m stunned by the silence regarding California’s new formaldehyde emissions requirements. Even before Heath Combs’ on-the-mark story that appeared on the cover of our May 26 issue (see California sets emissions compliance deadlines ), I sensed that many in the industry were unaware of the requirements — the first phase of which will take effect in January... More