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elcome to Hickory Furniture Mart, the Ultimate Furniture Destination. For years, people have traveled to Hickory from all over the world to take advantage of famous North Carolina prices and quality craftsmanship from well-known manufacturers who proudly call the Catawba Valley region their home. Our reputation for quality, value, service and selection is the main reason our customers keep returning, often referring family and friends. If this is your first trip to the Mart, we suggest that you stop by and visit one of our friendly Guest Services representatives. They can help you narrow down your search and point you in the right direction. If you’ve been here before, we hope you discover something new and exciting. We want your shopping experience to be unforgettable and we are committed to making sure you leave completely satisfied. We value your input and we encourage you to let us know if there is anything we can do to make your trip more enjoyable. By offering nearly 100 factory outlets, shops and galleries, representing over 1000 premier manufacturers all under one roof, we’ve tried to make it convenient for you to find everything you need in home furnishings. Most showrooms offer complimentary design assistance and knowledgeable sales personnel are happy to help you finalize your decisions. They can also help you arrange for the delivery of your furniture to your home by using our on-site consolidated shipping service. We understand that your time may be limited and we want you to experience everything we have to offer while you are here. We are fortunate to house a
locally owned coffeehouse gallery with Wi-Fi internet access, gourmet café and wine gallery all on-site, so please stop by and grab a specialty drink, soup & sandwich or wine basket Tracey Trimble filled with North Carolina goodies before you leave. If you plan to spend the night while you are in Hickory, we are happy to make a reservation for you at our on-site pet friendly hotel or at one of our partner hotels nearby. Shop & Stay packages and special Furniture Shopper rates are available to all of our visitors. Just ask one of our Guest Services representatives to make a reservation for you. I would like to personally thank you for your interest in Hickory Furniture Mart. Make sure you stay connected with us by visiting www.hickoryfurniture.com on a regular basis to learn about upcoming events and ongoing activities at the Mart. If you have any suggestions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at ttrimble@hickoryfurniture.com.
Hickory Furniture Mart 37th Buying Guide Edition Hickory Furniture Mart The Magazine
Tracey Trimble Publisher and Editor in Chief Debra Hungerford Associate Editor Karen Reamer Associate Editor Andrea Ware Creative Director
Warm regards,
Tracey Trimble Executive Vice President & General Manager Hickory Furniture Mart
Contact us at: 2220 Highway 70 SE Hickory, NC 28602 info@hickoryfurniture.com www.hickoryfurniture.com 800-462-MART Monday-Saturday, 9am-6pm
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Phone Directory
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Valuable Amenities for Shoppers
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A Proud Heritage
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Rock Barn Golf & Spa
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Area Dining, Partner Hotels, Attractions
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A Beginner’s Lesson in Leather
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Furniture Styles
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Tips Before You Arrive
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Furniture Trends for Baby Boomers
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Shopping for Wood
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Upholstered Furniture
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Shipping Your Furniture Home Safely
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Outdoor Furniture Trends
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Manufacturers’ Listing
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Customer Testimonials
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Trends in Contemporary Furniture
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Choosing the Right Fabrics for Your Home
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Upgrading Your Accessories
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Calendar of Events
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Factory Outlets Offer Great Bargains 18 Interior Designer Shares Tips 21 Design Groups Travel to the Mart
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Themed Décor inside North Carolina’s Mountain Homes
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Behavioral Factors That Affect Your Sleep
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Tips on Getting A Good Night’s Sleep
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Surroundings That Affect Your Sleep
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About the cover: Welcome Home to Drexel Heritage, where for us it’s not about just building furniture for your home, it’s about crafting the components of your dreams. Every piece of furniture has been designed to enable a more meaningful life at home. To that end, we’re constantly breathing new life into our dynamic brand and creating collections for every lifestyle. With choices of color, size, and configuration, Drexel Heritage allows consumers to literally design their own products. Work with our design professionals to create the home you’ve always envisioned. Visit us at www.drexelheritage.com. e furnishings resource om The nation’s leading~ hom www.hickoryfurniture.c 800-462-MART
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Naja Oriental Rug Gallery by Boyles National Home Furnishings Center Reflections Contemporary Furniture Resource Design Robert Bergelin Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park Southern Designs Southern Style Theodore Alexander Factory Outlet Thomasville Gallery Unique Oriental Rugs Vanguard Direct by Boyles Ziba Oriental Rugs
(828) 322-9445 (828) 328-8855 (828) 322-7000 (828) 327-3766 (828) 326-1709 (828) 267-0808 (828) 304-6868 (828) 326-0749
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Hickory’s Heritage
A Proud Heritage H
ickory, North Carolina, can trace its furniture history back to the earliest part of the 20th century and a young merchant named George W. Hall. Standing in front of his general mercantile business on Hickory’s main street, Hall would watch the long freight trains rumbling through town, bearing load after load of southern lumber headed for furniture factories up north. North Carolina had only a few furniture factories at that time. In 1890 the state had only six furniture plants employing fewer than 200 employees. In 1901, Hall and a group of other Hickory businessmen and bankers decided that some of the region’s lumber should be used to build furniture in Hickory. When these entrepreneurs organized the town’s first furniture factory, Hickory Furniture Company, Hall was only 28 years old. Despite his youth, Hall successfully managed that first plant and within the year he helped to start the town’s second furniture manufacturing business, Martin Furniture Co. The natural trade routes along the rivers in the region provided an artery by which both designers and craftsmen flowed into the Catawba Valley region in the early years of the 20th century. With the craftsmen came the knowledge and skills to train the abundant and willing labor force available in North Carolina’s foothills. There was no unionization in the industry, and workers were plentiful and eager to work.
Employees of Martin Furniture Co. circa 1913, manufacturers of dining room and bedroom furniture.
By the 1920s and 1930s, more furniture plants were forming as the industry spread throughout Hickory and the surrounding areas. But the Depression years were especially hard on the industry because furniture was still considered a luxury and many people could barely afford food, much less furniture. Although some companies went under, others managed to stay afloat, due to smart mergers, frugal policies and loyal employees. With the end of World War II, the furniture industry experienced its biggest boom as returning military veterans looked for jobs that would enable them to build homes and buy new furniture for their families. Hickory area companies grew and split off, creating even 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com
Southern Desk Co. circa 1934.
more new furniture companies. As generation followed generation in the business of crafting furniture, Hickory and the Catawba Valley became the furniture manufacturing capital of the nation. A Second Industry Is Born In 1959, a second industry arose to support the burgeoning furniture industry when a handful of furniture manufacturers gathered for the first time to display their products to retail dealers. This wholesale exhibition was held on the site of what is now known as Hickory Furniture Mart. And so it was that the Mart became the hub of the wholesale furniture exhibition business and would flourish for decades in western North Carolina. In 1985, Hickory Furniture Mart decided to open its doors — previously open only to wholesale members of the trade — to the public for the very first time. Within a short decade, the Mart was the nation’s leading manufacturer-related furniture center and one of North Carolina’s top visitor attractions. Today, Hickory Furniture Mart’s expansive complex is comprised of four-levels housing nearly a hundred factory outlets, stores, and galleries, representing over a 1000 premier manufacturers. In addition to the acres of professionally decorated furniture showrooms, the Mart complex offers an on-site pet friendly hotel as well as a gourmet café, coffeehouse gallery with Wi-Fi internet access and a wine gallery, all locally owned. The manufacturers represented throughout the Mart include every major quality domestic manufacturer as well as accessories, fabrics, imports, lighting, rugs, wall coverings and other home furnishings. People from every state and from many foreign countries visit Hickory Furniture Mart each year. Furnishings purchased at the Mart may be found in celebrity homes, apartments, condominiums, mansions and castles all around the world. The Mart has been highlighted in the New York Times, Newsday, Los Angeles Times, Woman’s Day and many other national publications. The Mart has also been showcased on TV’s “Oprah Winfrey Show” and the Discovery Channel’s “Interior Motives with Christopher Lowell. Hickory Furniture Mart is truly the ultimate furniture destination. HFM HFM | 7
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CONTEMPORARY FURNITURE
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oday’s consumers are feeling the need to stay in and enjoy their home environment more. Entertaining at home is extremely popular now and people want to decorate their homes in order to reflect their lifestyles while making their space more inviting to guests. With today’s technological advances, quality family entertainment is a major focus in many homes. Plasma TV’s on warm wood-toned stands now sit in front of simple-shaped sectionals covered in microfiber fabrics or fine leather. Mixing colors, shapes and textures has become an important aspect of the contemporary style. Although steel and aluminum are still used in many contemporary designs, woods are becoming a strong key element as well. In keeping with the warm and cozy environment, dark chocolate and espresso hues are being incorporated into many dining, bedroom and accent pieces.
Even though leather has been one of the best selling categories over the years, there continues to be a rise in sales in this particular category. In addi-
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strong desires of the current contemporary customer. Consumers are surrounding themselves with furniture that makes them happy and also shows their strong sense of personal style. Items such as art, throws, rugs, ottomans and vintage pieces have become the accents of choice in today’s contemporary market. Eclecticism and contrasting styles remain the major themes within contemporary design today. The home theatre category has grown tremendously over the past few years. Most people are staying at home more and spending their time and money creating an environment that will promote connecting with their family and friends. People enjoy seeing a variety of sectional and sofa groupings so that they can envision how this type of seating could work in their own personal space. This concept works well for accommodating large groups of people and promotes the ability to lounge around and be comfortable while doing so. Leather and microfiber are the most popular choices for furniture coverings. “Cocoon” is a term commonly used in the furniture industry today. The word is used to describe the home environment of today’s consumers. They are spending more time at home and are entertaining guests instead of going out to public places. Environments are less “fussy” and more about simplicity and subtlety. The trend is moving towards “cozy” and “calm” and people are surrounding themselves more with items that are comfortable yet reflect their own personal styles, as opposed to perfectly matching every room in their home. Contemporary furniture is becoming increasingly more popular each year. If you don’t wish to incorporate a contemporary style throughout your entire home, it is still fun to experiment with small sections within your home. A little piece of contemporary can go a long way! HFM Contributed by Reflections Contemporary Furniture Gallery 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com
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Fabric choices
Choosing the Right Fabrics for Your Home
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before you are able to come to a conclusion on what type of fabric to use in your home. You must first decide whether you prefer a certain color, style or if you will be blending in an inspirational piece that has been passed down to you as a family heirloom. Fabric makes a statement on furniture, over windows or wherever it appears. It is often believed that the fabric content determines how a fabric will wear, but it is actually the weave of the fabric that helps determine this. Manmade fabrics are popular choices and are very classic
the difference between the real fabric and the faux fabric. Contrary to popular belief, you can use a combination of several fabrics in each room of your home. One used to assume that you could only use a total of 3 fabrics in any given room. Now the trend is to use as many as you desire, as long as there is an even flow in the room. Take a look inside your closet. It is often a good indicator that what you wear is also what you want your home to reflect. Fabrics can make statements through patterns, prints, stripes, plaids, solids,
and elegant, but natural fabrics are much easier to maintain and are also more resilient. Certain blends may be selected to receive the best of both worlds. The new trends in fabric are represented through cryton fabrics and outdoor fabrics, which are commonly used inside recreation rooms and sunrooms. Since outdoor entertaining has become so popular with today’s baby boomers, many consumers tend to look at fabrics that will withstand the outdoor elements in a suitable manner. There is also a new trend to use faux suedes, faux leathers and faux silks. Sometimes it is impossible to notice
textures and colors. You may use trims to add accents to furniture, pillows or window treatments. After all, trim is considered the “jewelry” of the finished piece. In choosing the right fabrics for your home, do what is comfortable for you. The ultimate goal is to walk away happy with the decisions that you have made. If you change your mind in the future, it is just as easy to go back and re-define your home by choosing another fabric to represent your new preference or personal style. HFM Contributed by Resource Design
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What is the first thing you see when you look at a sofa? Is it the frame? Probably not. Is it the style? Maybe. Is it the fabric? Almost always. Your fabric can either make or break a room. Many decisions must be made
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f you are looking to rejuvenate your home and make it even more inviting for family and guests, you can easily do so by upgrading your accessories. Think “floor, walls, ceiling,” and you can create small changes that will freshen up your room and completely change the look of your home without investing too much time or money. Oriental rugs, art, mirrors, lighting and various accessories can transform individual rooms into warm, inviting entertainment spaces. Think of everywhere you will be entertaining your guests — foyers, dining rooms, living rooms and family rooms — and by just changing a few items in every room, you can totally transform the look or your entire home.
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Foyers Foyers are all about first impressions. When guests walk through your front door, this is the first space that makes them feel welcome. Interesting lighting and colorful oriental rugs are two primary ways to set the tone. Ahmed Chaudhry, manager of
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Ziba Oriental Rugs, said that updating or adding a new rug is one of the easiest ways to revive a room. “We have thousands of rugs to choose from. You can see it, like it, buy it, and have it in your foyer within hours,” he said. David Mostafaloo, owner of Unique Oriental Rugs and More, comments, “A colorful rug at the front door really grabs your attention. There are usually 8 to 45 colors in a single rug. I look at them as works of art.” Hanging a new chandelier or light fixture, adding a mirror or sconces are other ways to dramatically improve your foyer or entrance hall. Crystal fixtures are always in style, including transitional fixtures that are less formal. If space allows, a table with an intricate carving below an oversized chandelier can make a dramatic impression. No one is going to walk under it, so you can bluff a bit on the traditional height in order to give it more presence. If guests have to walk around it, they certainly are going to notice it. Adding a unique table in your foyer area also can make it the perfect place to showcase an impressive piece of pottery or crystal. www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
ACCESSORIES Dining Rooms Entertaining usually involves food, including dinners where family and friends gather around the dining table. Tom Dwyer, manager of Naja Oriental Rugs, a division of Boyles Distinctive Furniture, said that a new rug in the dining room can change the entire atmosphere of the room. “Rugs are the largest segment of color in a room, next to the walls,” he said. Dwyer had this advice for people shopping for dining room rugs: 8x10 is the minimum size for dining rooms because it is important for the chairs to stay on the rug. He also recommended that shoppers take a seat cushion from their dining chair with them in order to assist them in selecting their new oriental rug. Dining rooms, along with foyers, are typically the areas most people hang their chandeliers. Traditional brass and crystal chandeliers can really dress up a room, while fixtures made of both wrought iron and crystal tend to give rooms a less formal look. Dining rooms also lend themselves well to large mirrors, and most showrooms inside Hickory Furniture Mart carry mirrors, lamps and additional accessories. Your dining room also can be dramatically transformed by adding new pieces of well-lit art that soften the feeling and create a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Grab the attention of your guests with a large piece of artwork that simply cannot be ignored. Art In any room, a colorful new painting or striking photograph can give new life and captivate family, friends, and guests. Particularly popular on the art scene are Giclees (zhee-clay), which are individually produced, high-resolution reproductions of paintings that are printed directly onto the canvas. Considered the most accurate form of original art reproduction available, the process uses archival inks designed to last for 70 years or more. Like oriental rugs, art can be taken home to immediately transform a room. 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com
Guest Baths Guest bathrooms or powder rooms are usually fairly inexpensive to transform. Adding a small oriental rug, hanging a mini chandelier, mirror or sconce, choosing that perfect piece of art or adding additional forms of lighting to your guest bath can instantly change the look and feel of your room. Choose a theme such as Asian, Ital-
ian, botanicals, birds or anything else you prefer, and look for creative and unique ways to blend this theme throughout your home. Rejuvenating your space by upgrading your accessories can be fun and affordable when visiting the many factory outlets, shops and galleries inside Hickory Furniture Mart. HFM
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Calendar of Events H
ickory Furniture Mart hosts several major sale events throughout the year. Below is a list of our 2009 calendar. Ongoing special discounts and promotions are offered Mart wide during non-sale event time frames. Please inquire inside each showroom about all ongoing discounts available during your trip. Event: 25th Anniversary Clearance Sale Dates: February 13-16, 2009 Times: Friday, Saturday & Monday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-5pm Description: 2009 marks the 25th anniversary of this popular winter sale. Dates have been extended this year to include President’s Day (Monday) so that furniture shoppers can enjoy more time and more savings during their time off. This is the first major clearance sale event of the year. Event: Spring After Market Sale Dates: May 1-3, 2009 Times: Friday & Saturday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-5pm Description: The After Market Sale is the Mart’s most popular sale. Held once in the spring and once in the fall, this event traditionally takes place a couple of weeks after the wholesale Market in High Point. Take advantage of incredible discounts throughout the Mart. You’ll find one of a kind Market samples and overruns. Showroom samples and displays are marked down for immediate availability. You won’t want to miss this one. It’s the sale that everybody talks about. Event: Memorial Day Weekend Sale Dates: May 22-25, 2009 Times: Friday, Saturday & Monday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-5pm Description: Enjoy special savings and discounts throughout the Mart over this 4 day weekend. With nearly 100 showrooms, representing over 1,000 premier lines of furniture, you’ll find everything you need in home furnishings under one roof. Combine your shopping trip along with your family gatherings this holiday weekend. Event: Manufacturers’ Clearance Sale Dates: June 5-7, 2009 Times: Friday & Saturday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-5pm Description: This is the weekend to be in Hickory! The Mart is having its annual summer clearance sale in conjunction with Boyles’ annual warehouse sale at the Hickory Metro Convention 16 |
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Center. You’ll find drastically reduced items throughout the Mart in order to make room for fall displays. Don’t miss these incredible deals! Take your furniture with you this weekend or have it shipped at a later date through the Mart’s convenient on-site consolidated shipping service. Event: Furniture Festival & Clearance Sale Dates: July 24-26, 2009 Times: Friday & Saturday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-5pm Description: Discover the rich furniture heritage of our region and experience first hand how furniture is manufactured and hand crafted by experts in the furniture industry. Demonstrations will take place throughout the Mart and shoppers will be able to interact with fine furniture craftsmen from our region. This year marks the 23rd anniversary of this popular event. You’ll also find tremendous savings and mark downs on furniture pieces inside each showroom. Event: Labor Day Weekend Sale Dates: September 4-7, 2009 Times: Friday, Saturday & Monday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-5pm Description: Enjoy special savings and discounts throughout the Mart over this 4 day weekend. With nearly 100 showrooms, representing over 1,000 premier lines of furniture, you’ll find everything you need in home furnishings under one roof. Combine your shopping trip along with your family gatherings this holiday weekend. Event: Fall After Market Sale Dates: November 6-8, 2009 Times: Friday & Saturday, 9am-8pm (Extended Hours) Sunday, 1pm-5pm Description: The After Market Sale is the Mart’s most popular sale. Held once in the spring and once in the fall, this event traditionally takes place after the wholesale Market in High Point. Take advantage of incredible discounts throughout the Mart. You’ll find one of a kind Market samples and overruns. Showroom samples and displays are marked down for immediate availability. You won’t want to miss this one! This is a great time to update your home with furniture before your family and friends visit during the holidays. People travel from all over the world to attend this event. The Mart will be open extended hours during this sale in order to accommodate everyone. Visit www.hickoryfurniture.com or call 1-800-462-MART (6278) for more information. HFM www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
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Bargains & Selection
Hickory Furniture Mart’s Factory Outlets Offer Bargains and Great Selections
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ickory Furniture Mart, long recogin the state of North Carolina. nized as the nation’s leading home Because of its reputation as the furnishings resource, attracts savvy conultimate furniture destination for designers and first and second home owners, sumers from all over the world to shop at the fact that it houses several factory its 100 factory outlets, stores, and gallerblvd_halfpgvt_12_22_08.qxd 1/5/09 12:25 PM that Page ies. It’s one of the top visitor attractions outlets offer1 furniture at tremendous
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discounts is often overlooked. In fact, factory outlets always have been an important part of the tenant selection at Hickory Furniture Mart, and well-known manufacturers — Baker, Drexel Heritage, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams and Vanguard — recently opened factory outlets inside the Mart. Other factory outlets inside the Mart include Boyles Furniture Outlet, Century Furniture Outlet, Henredon Factory Outlet, Hickory White Factory Outlet and Theodore Alexander Factory Outlet. Boulevard Home Furnishings also recently opened up a showroom inside the Mart. They buy overstocked furniture from high end manufacturers and offer below wholesale discounts in addition to surplus fabrics sold by the yard or by the bolt. Increasingly, shoppers are drawn to factory outlets for several key reasons. Discounts are offered off already-low prices. It is not unusual to find even larger discounts, such as a leather chair and ottoman priced less than one-third off the original cost. Kimberly Causey, the author of The Insider’s Guide to Buying Home Furnishings, was quoted on MSN Money as saying, “If you want the absolute best deal, travel to North Carolina and shop at the factory-owned furniture outlets. The savings typically run 65 to 80 percent off retail prices.” In addition to price, there are other benefits to shopping the factory outlets at Hickory Furniture Mart. Because customers are able to buy directly off the showroom floor, they can take their furniture with them or have it shipped immediately to their home. Customers can buy exactly what they see and receive instant gratification. This is par
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ticularly appealing if you find out that you will be hosting guests at the last minute. Occasionally, customers are even able to buy one-of-a-kind, unique items not available to anyone else. Manufacturers design samples that may never go into production and those samples are then sent and sold at their outlets inside the Mart. So where do these bargains come from? The factory outlets at Hickory Furniture Mart often sell furniture that has been shown as a showroom sample at one of the two International Home Furnishings Markets held each spring and fall in High Point, North Carolina. Some of their inventory also comes from discontinued lines or production overruns. Other pieces may be custom orders that retailers or customers have cancelled for one reason or another. At Century Furniture Outlet, much of their inventory comes from Century Furniture’s 15 designer showrooms that stretch from Boston to San Francisco. Evan Bledsoe of Century Furniture said, “When we re-do a showroom, that furniture has to go somewhere, and most of the time it comes to our factory outlet in Hickory. Often this is some of the very best furniture we have. Hickory Furniture Mart is unique because of the large number of high quality outlets and other showrooms, all located under the same roof. Sometimes shoppers come into our factory outlet, see a sofa they love, but want it in a different fabric. Unfortunately, the outlet sells only what’s on the floor. So, we send those customers to one of the showrooms inside the Mart that carries Century Furniture, and we work with that retailer to help the shopper buy exactly what they want.” There are some common characteristics of people who enjoy shopping at furniture outlets. Some are looking for that specific piece, such as a dining room table, others may just be looking generally for a real bargain and start at the outlets to see what they might be able to find. Most outlet shoppers want to take the furniture with them immediately or make arrangements to have it shipped within a few days because there is an instant need for the piece. Many people tend to shop at outlets when they decide to furnish their second home or their rental property. Factory outlet customers tend to enjoy picking out their furniture themselves. They want to put a personal stamp on their homes and they know they can find unique items inside outlets. Many customers will go to the factory outlets first, buy what they can find there, and then go to the other furniture retailers to complete their rooms — or in some cases, their whole home. People used to brag about how much they spent on an item. Now, people talk about how much they saved. These days, everybody loves a bargain and at the factory outlets inside Hickory Furniture Mart, you can find some great deals. 20 |
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The inventory at factory outlets changes daily. While that attracts customers who like to see what new items have arrived, it also means that when customers see something they like, they should not hesitate to buy it immediately. Once it’s gone there’s no guarantee that you’ll find another one like it. At Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams’ spacious factory outlet, most of the furniture is what is described as “urban to suburban,” A sign in the showroom addresses their inventory:
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“It changes by the minute. With our floor samples in constant evolution, every time you shop with us, it will be like the first time. When you find something you like, we recommend you buy it immediately, before your so-called best friend does.” And another sign sums it up: “Everyone needs an outlet. Even us. We have created this outlet to help manage the continuous flow of our market samples, factory overruns, and discontinued items. As a consumer, this provides you with an ever-changing assortment of well-designed, quality merchandise priced at an extraordinary value. We hope our outlet provides you with comfort for the mind, body and wallet.” Make sure you visit all the factory outlets located inside Hickory Furniture Mart and take advantage of all the incredible deals they have to offer. HFM www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
shopping tips
A Professional Interior Designer Shares Tips for Shopping at Hickory Furniture Mart
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hen I make a trip to Hickory Furniture Mart, I enjoy browsing through all the unique showrooms, outlets and galleries. Having been to the Mart at least 50 times, I have a method for my personal shopping strategies. My first step is to always pick up the newest issue of the Mart’s Buying Guide. I check the directory and scan for any new Kate Gladchun galleries or outlets that may have opened Interior Designer, Detriot, Michigan since my last visit. I also make sure I pick up an updated map at the entrance desk to determine where my shopping adventure will begin. One tip that I like to pass along to everyone is to place a small checkmark and make any necessary notations next to the name of every showroom on the map that you visit. This will help avoid the confusion later on of wondering if you have already visited a specific showroom or where you fell in love with that red sofa! I also recommend taking a walk through the entire Mart first to get the lay of the land before you begin your serious shopping excursion. You should also remember to bring any floor plans or photos with you, and don’t forget your measuring tape, camera and comfortable walking shoes.
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In the first phase of my shopping excursion, I usually scour for deals in the outlets and look for any off-the-floor specials in all the showrooms. I determine if there is a specific piece of furniture or decorative item that might work best in the shape, size, and style I need. I don’t necessarily look at the fabric it’s covered in or the color of the wood. These things can be easily changed if the price is right. You will need to spend some time scouting for these exciting buys. Remember that there are also major sale events and special promotions throughout the year and you may be able to discover some additional buying incentives during these times. As you enter each showroom, check for signs posted near the doors or ask a salesperson if there are any additional discounts being offered that day. You have to determine whether or not a certain piece of furniture will be a good buy at the price that is being offered. Consider whether or not you will need to change the fabric or decide if it will work “as is.” Several shoppers from my previous group trips to the Mart have purchased simple pieces of furniture (chambray dining room chairs, simple dressers, etc.) and jazzed them up with hand painting, while using the existing fabric. On a recent trip, I purchased and reupholstered over 10 different seating pieces and still saved a great deal of money. Many of my purchases were perfect as they were and didn’t need to be changed at all. Those were the exceptional buys. Keep an open mind and be flexible and you will see that there are several options available to you that you may have never even considered before. The second phase of my shopping excursion is usually much easier. If you have done your homework, you probably have determined exactly what you are looking for in regards to size, color, style, etc. You may still need to finalize fabric and trim selections, but you probably already have a good idea of what you want to purchase. Before you are ready to make your selections, ask the salesperson if they can suggest any of their manufacturers that might make a great replica of what you are looking to buy. You don’t have to sacrifice quality for price in many cases, because there are often great imitations of many different styles and brands of furniture. If it has to be Henredon, then that is OK, but, maybe Bernhardt or Rowe manufacture a similar style at a lesser price. Talk to your salesperson and ask them their opinion. Most sales staff are very straightforward and will give you their honest opinion. It is very helpful to have a magazine or catalog picture with you, in order to give the salesperson an idea of your style preference. It will also save time when trying to compare the features and designs between two different pieces. Based on these strategies and tips, I am sure that you will have a successful shopping experience and receive tremendous values every time you shop at Hickory Furniture Mart. HFM HFM | 21
DESIGN GROUPS
Design Groups Travel to the Mart ach year groups of out of state designers travel to Hickory Furniture Mart for the sole purpose of purchasing furniture for themselves and their clients. Andrew Limone, Director of Interior Design at Lloyd’s Furniture in Somerville, NJ has been bringing his design groups from New Jersey to North Carolina for years. When asked why he travels such a great distance, this is what Mr. Limone had to say: “Hickory Furniture Mart is an incredible resource. They offer a quality product with vast selections at tremendous discounts. I like the fact that everything is located under one roof and I can browse through each showroom with ease. The sales staff throughout the Mart is also very friendly and knowledgeable. Since I work with clients from different locations, it is extremely important to have a reliable shipping service available to transport the furniture I select back to them. I always enjoy my time at the Mart.” Hickory Furniture Mart looks forward to working with Mr. Limone and his design groups on an annual basis. In fact, each year designers from all over the world are being referred by their clients and colleagues to the Mart. Many of the showrooms inside Hickory Furniture Mart now offer discounts for professional designers and design groups. Special hotel rates are also available at the Mart’s on-site hotel or at several partner hotels
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Décor Options
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earing the words “I love it!” is the best part of what I do,” says Sally Bentley of Designing Women, a professional interior design service located inside Hickory Furniture Mart. Sally has been bringing her customers’ visions to life since 1984. She recently designed a Moroccan-style home theatre and a Tango ballroom both inside the same home. Another customer asked her to create a European Chalet inside her home and she quickly made her customer’s dream a reality. “From the mountains of North Carolina to the rolling hills of California, each customer who walks through our door brings a new, exciting challenge with them.” With the North Carolina mountains quickly becoming the number one destination for second home owners, Sally’s office is uniquely positioned inside Hickory Furniture Mart, making it convenient to guide customers through a wide variety of home furnishings in one location. “Today, mountain homes no longer consist of heavy log structures with stuffed animal heads and antlers prominently displayed in every room,” says Sally. “Today, people want their second homes to be just as spectacular as their primary homes. Color trends are moving towards a clear, clean palette of greens, blues and terra cotta. Beautiful metallics are carefully mixed in with primary colors to compliment the natural beauty of the room setting, not detract from it. Although cold nights and early
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mornings demand heavier fabrics, velvets are often mixed with silks, linens and patterned cottons to lighten up a room. Window treatments are especially important in mountain homes in order to control lighting and minimize the fading of furniture placed in front of large, expansive windows showcasing picturesque mountain views.” According to Sally, this is the final touch in decorating any home, as it adds a softness and warmth to the atmosphere. HFM Article contributed by Sally Bentley and Donna Chamberlain of Designing Women.
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SLEEP ESSENTIALS
Behavioral Factors That Affect Your Sleep
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leep research continues to show us that your behavior prior to bedtime can affect how well you sleep at night. Achieving a high quality of sleep may be possible by making only a few minor adjustments: Diet: Improve the quality of your sleep by improving your diet. Avoid eating heavy or spicy foods, especially right before going to bed. Don’t eat protein late in the day. Eating carbs in the evening and proteins in the morning allows you to fall asleep faster and easier. Avoid liquids, caffeine and nicotine a few hours before bedtime. Don’t use alcohol to help you fall asleep. Once it wears off, you’ll be awake soon after.
Partners: How can you and you partner both enjoy deep, nourishing sleep? You can take some simple steps, like getting a larger bed with two individualized mattresses; wearing earplugs if your partner snores; staggering your bedtimes to accommodate different sleep patterns; or sleeping with a vibrating alarm inside or under your pillow if one partner needs to arise much earlier than the other. Do you constantly wake up to find your partner stealing all your covers? Try using two twin sheets and two twin blankets on your Queen or King sized bed so that each partner has their own set to keep them warm. HFM Reference: Sleep to Live, www.sleeptolive.com
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Naps: If you are sleepy throughout the day, you’re not getting enough nourishing sleep at night. When you find yourself becoming sluggish, find a quiet place with no phones, loud noises, disruptive people or direct sunlight. If possible, take a 15-20 minute power nap, preferably before 3pm. Napping too long can lead to sleep deprivation at night, which may lead to decreased alertness and memory loss.
Exercise: Regular aerobic exercise is proven to help you sleep better, because it reduces your stress hormones. Exercising in the sunlight late in the afternoon is even more effective. However, exercising 3-4 hours before your bedtime will increase your core body temperature and prevent you from falling asleep.
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o you wake up feeling refreshed, alert and ready to meet the many challenges of the day? If not, here are some tips to help you get there:
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• Keep regular hours. Try to go to bed and wake up around the same time every day, including weekends. • Develop a “sleep ritual.” If you do the same thing each night before you go to bed, it will train your body to get ready for sleep. • Take some time to relax and unwind before you go to sleep. You may want to try stretching, relaxation exercises, a hot shower or bath, meditation, or even a glass of hot milk to help you relax and prepare yourself for sleep. Avoid activities that may be emotionally upsetting a few hours before you go to bed. • Avoid caffeine and other stimulants (such as pseudoephedrine, an ingredient in many cough and cold medicines) in the evening. • If you are taking a diuretic (such as furosemide or hydrochlorothiazide), take it in the morning. Diuretics increase urination, and this may keep you up at night if you take them later in the day. • Avoid drinking alcohol right before bedtime. Alcohol can interrupt sleep, leading to a poor quality of sleep. • If you smoke, consider quitting. Smokers have more trouble falling asleep and also wake up more often during the night than non-smokers. • Make your bedroom “sleep friendly.” Your room should be kept cool, dark and quiet. If you are bothered by noises around you, try using a pair of foam earplugs, a fan, music or a white noise generator to block out the distraction. • Get a comfortable mattress. If you wake up feeling stiff and/or sore, or if you aren’t sleeping as well as you were a year ago, it may be time to invest in a new mattress. A good 28 |
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mattress should gently support all points of your body and give you enough room to move freely. • Exercise regularly. This can help relieve stress and make it easier for you to sleep. Don’t exercise too close to bedtime if you find that this makes it harder for you to sleep. • Keep a journal by your bed. Write down any unresolved issues or thoughts from the day that may still be on your mind. This will help release these worries from your mind so you can sleep peacefully and address these issues in the morning. • Avoid watching TV or reading in bed. Your bed should be reserved for sleep and intimacy. • If you are having trouble sleeping, get out of bed to read or watch TV. Return to bed when you start to feel tired. Try not to constantly look at the clock. • Don’t feel guilty about going to bed. Think of sleep as an investment in your health and productivity. If you try these tips and still find that you’re having trouble sleeping, talk to your doctor. You may have a medical condition that is affecting your sleep. Also, check with your pharmacist to find out if the medications you are taking could be affecting your sleep. HFM Copyright MediResource Inc. www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
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our sleep surroundings affect how well you sleep. You must consciously create an environment that promotes deep, healthy sleep, which will allow you to wake up refreshed and ready to start your day. Here is a list of sleep enhancers and some simple tips on how to improve them to enhance your sleep patterns:
Temperature: Make sure that your room is well ventilated and the temperature is set between 68-72 degrees. Heat is more disruptive to sleep than noise. As we sleep, our body temperature naturally drops a degree or so. If a room gets warmer while our body lowers its temperature, it’ll work against our natural system and actually begin
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to wake us up. Light: When it comes to creating the ideal sleep environment, darkness is the way to go. Melatonin production improves when it’s completely dark, so you automatically sleep better. If you cannot completely darken your room, consider buying blackout curtains or using a sleep mask. Position your alarm clock and any other digital displays so that you cannot see them. Use low blue light bulbs for all of your nightlights. Sound: We naturally sleep better when it’s quiet. Incorporating low levels of ambient sounds, such as white noise, fans or even relaxation music can mask most household disruptions (clocks chiming, equipment cycling on and off). If necessary, use comfortable earplugs to block out any additional noises (sirens, pets, loud neighbors). Avoid watching television in bed. If your partner wants to watch TV, you can ask them to wear headphones to control the noise. Bedding/Sleepwear: Avoid heavy bedding. Instead, try several light layers that can easily be removed to accommodate your body temperature at different stages throughout the evening and into the morning. Wear loose clothing if perspiration is a problem for you. Pets: Your pets may be your best friends, but not at night. Constant movements and sounds will wake you up and their body heat adds to yours. Kids: Be sure that your children have a healthy sleep environment of their own to ensure that nothing is waking them up or keeping them from falling asleep in the first place. If they do disrupt your sleep, make a plan with your sleep partner in advance and decide who will take care of them that evening so that at least one of you can get some rest. HFM Reference: Sleep to Live, www.sleeptolive.com www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
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Amenities
Valuable Amenities for Hickory Furniture Mart Shoppers Guest Services Upon arriving at the Mart, make sure you register with a Mart Guest Services representative in order to receive updates on all upcoming major events, sales and special promotions taking place throughout the year. While registering, our knowledgeable Guest Services representatives can help you narrow down your search and direct you to the appropriate showroom based upon your needs. They can also provide you with information about the area and help answer any additional questions you may have about the different furniture styles represented by nearly 1,000 premier manufacturers located throughout the Mart. Consolidated Shipping Services For your convenience, the Mart offers a consolidated shipping service. Finishing Touch Freight Services can arrange shipment of your furniture to anywhere in the world. Just stop by their office, located on Level 4 at the South entrance, and they will be happy to arrange everything for you. Whether you purchase your furniture from one showroom or several, Finishing Touch Freight Services will coordinate the details for you. (For more information, read their article on shipping, located on page 55.) Decorating and Design Services Most showrooms have professional designers on staff and their services are complimentary. Designing Women, located on Level 3, offers fee-based private shopping and design services for those who wish to hire someone to professionally help them with all their interior design needs. Designers are available by the hour or by the day. Designers can also work with you while you are here at the Mart or fly to your location if you would prefer to work out of your home environment. Call (828) 328-5200 to set up an appointment in advance.
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Gourmet Café Once you arrive at the Mart, you do not have to leave until your shopping day is complete. The Mart offers an on-site gourmet café, located on Level 2 at the West entrance. Take a break from your shopping and grab a quick bite to eat at Hickory’s famous Grapevines, which specializes in gourmet sandwiches, salads and soups.
Wine Gallery Stop by Casa Vino, located on Level 3 at the East entrance, and pick up a wine gift basket filled with lots of homemade North Carolina goodies. Various selections of wine by the glass or bottle is available. North Carolina beer is also now available inside the wine gallery.
Wi-Fi Coffeehouse Gallery Jump start your shopping experience with a specialty coffee and a snack from the Mart’s on-site Wi-Fi coffeehouse gallery. Taste Full Beans, located on Level 1 at the South entrance, offers hot and cold specialty beverages and snacks for those occasional breaks you may need throughout the day to re-energize yourself.
Group Tours Special group tours are available upon request. The marketing department is happy to welcome your group, give a general overview of the Mart and provide welcome bags for each group member. Please call (800) 462-MART to make arrangements for your group’s tour.
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The Greater Hickory Classic Golf Tournament at Rock Barn
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he Greater Hickory Classic at Rock Barn Presented by Kia Motors has become a signature event for the Catawba Valley region. This year’s tournament brings 78 PGA TOUR’s Champions Tour professionals to Rock Barn Golf & Spa, September 14-20. With a roster of past champions including Craig Stadler, Jay Haas, Andy Bean and R.W. Eaks, the tournament draws national media attention, worldwide television coverage and thousands of spectators to the Greater Hickory area. It also boosts the local economy by generating an annual economic impact of $25 million for the region and $15 million for Catawba County. While it is designed to showcase exceptional golf, the tournament’s primary mission is to give back. The Greater Hickory Classic Foundation donates net proceeds, totaling more than $700,000 to date, to area charities, including several nonprofits, civic clubs and community organizations. Each spectator, sponsor, vendor, and volunteer can take pride in knowing that their participation helps support those in need. Tournament highlights: Monday’s Greater Hickory High School Classic: Nine-hole mini-tournament involving golfers from area high schools. Tuesday’s Dale Jarrett Shootout: Five-hole exhibition for charity featuring NASCAR drivers, professional athletes, Champions Tour pros and other celebrities. Wednesday’s and Thursday’s Official Pro-Ams: Champions Tour pros play with amateur foursomes for 18 holes of golf and camaraderie. Wednesday also features the Great Grand Champions Pro-Am, which highlights true legends of the game like Billy Casper and Bob Goalby. Friday’s Youth Clinic: Kids can learn basic golf tips from a Champions Tour pro. And of course the week culminates with three not-to-be-missed official rounds of Champions Tour competition Friday through Sunday. For more information about this year’s tournament, visit www.greaterhickoryclassic.com. 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com
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Amenities Gift Certificates Hickory Furniture Mart gift certificates are available for purchase in any amount through the marketing department. Payments are currently accepted by cash and certified money order only. Call (800) 462-MART for more details. A copy of Hickory Furniture Mart’s Buying Guide, floor plan, calendar of upcoming events and personalized letter will be sent out with each gift certificate purchase. Please make all gift certificate arrangements in advance. Personal Shopper Program Hickory Furniture Mart offers a special personal shopper program for new home owners looking to furnish two or more rooms during the same visit. Appointments must me made in advance. If you would like to check availability and schedule your appointment, contact the marketing department at (800) 462-MART. Catawba Valley Furniture Museum Stop by and visit Catawba Valley Furniture Museum, located on Level 1 at the West entrance. Enjoy this historical furniture display, which includes some of the area’s first pieces of furniture produced. You can also browse through a display of tools that were used by early furniture makers and a family tree of famous name brand furniture manufacturers from this area. Visitors’ Center & Lounge Area Hickory Furniture Mart is located close to many popular area attractions. Stop by the Visitors’ Center, located on Level 1 at the West entrance, to pick up a collection of area maps and attraction brochures. There is also a lounge area, complete with furniture and a TV, where you can relax with your family and discuss your purchases and your next destination. Reading Room If you just want to take a break from your shopping experience and read a chapter from your favorite book, or if you want to look through the latest furniture and home magazines provided by the Mart, stop by the Reading Room, located on Level 2 next to Grapevines. Website Check out the Mart’s newly updated website (www.hickoryfurniture.com) for driving directions as well as a listing of all upcoming events, promotions, showrooms, manufacturers, and much more. You can even use the new Room Planner feature, using measurements from your own personal spaces. Print out the document after you have entered in your dimensions and bring it with you to the Mart to make your shopping experience more efficient. Shop & Stay Hotel Packages & Furniture Shopper Rates If you are planning to spend the night in Hickory, make sure you check out the special Furniture Shopper rates and Shop & 36 |
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Stay packages available. The Mart has partnerships with several area hotels, which include your favorite hotel brands: Courtyard by Marriott, Crowne Plaza, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express and Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Call (800) 462-MART for rates and reservations. Make sure you ask for the furniture shopper rate. Pet Policy Service animals of any size are welcome to accompany shoppers anywhere inside Hickory Furniture Mart. Small animals must be carried or contained in an animal carrier. Each showroom has its own individual pet policy. Animals may be restricted from certain showrooms out of respect for shoppers with certain allergies. Pet owners are financially responsible for any accidents made by their pets. Holiday Inn Express at the Mart is pet friendly and welcomes pets so that your favorite member of the family will have a comfortable place to stay while you shop. Activities for Children There are several area activities for children in close proximity to the Mart. You may find a listing of these activities on our website at www.hickoryfurniture.com or pick up a copy at any of the Guest Services desks located at each entrance. Designer Incentive Program Many of the showrooms located inside Hickory Furniture Mart offer special discounts to professional interior designers. You may find a listing of stores participating in this program on our website at www.hickoryfurniture.com or pick up a copy at any of the Guest Services desks located at each entrance. You must be able to show your tax ID number and proper credentials in order to receive the designer discounts. See each showroom for details. The Design Center, located on Level 2 at the West entrance, may be reserved for private client consultations. Contact the marketing department at (800) 462-MART to make arrangements in advance. Military Appreciation Program Many of the showrooms inside Hickory Furniture Mart offer special discounts to active, inactive and retired military personnel. You may find a listing of stores participating in this program on our website at www.hickoryfurniture.com or pick up a copy at any of the Guest Services desks located at each entrance. Must present military ID in order to receive all military discounts. Hurricane Relief Program Many of the showrooms inside Hickory Furniture Mart offer special discounts to hurricane victims. You may find a listing of stores participating in this program on our website at www.hickoryfurniture.com or pick up a copy at any of the Guest Services desks located at each entrance. Must present driver’s license and any related paperwork to verify the need for hurricane relief in your area. HFM www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
Taste Full Beans
Enjoy a comfortable break from shopping at Taste Full Beans. Offering bakery pastries, gourmet coffee bar and specialty drinks, loose teas, Hershey’s ice cream, desserts, smoothies, milkshakes, quick lunch items, whole bean coffee and local art in a casual setting with wireless access. South Entrance/level one 828-322-9647 www.tfbcoffeehouse.com Operation Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. (extended hours during seasonal promotions)
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Area Dining 1859 Café Ltd. — Combining the finest food, atmosphere and service for a unique dining experience. Creative menu and extensive wine list. Entertainment Saturday evenings. Seasonal outside dining. Hours: 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m. 443 Second Avenue SW. 828-322-1859. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left onto Hwy 70 – travel to Hwy 321 N – 3.5 miles in distance. At first light on 321, turn right. At next light turn right onto 2nd Avenue. Café is approx. one mile on right. Parking behind restaurant and across street. Amos Howard’s Restaurant and Brew Works — Dine in a real wine barrel! Hickory’s first and only brewpub. Traditional pub fare with a local flare will tempt and please. Enjoy local beer or choose from 170 different bottles — a world tour. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11a.m.-11p.m. Sun. 12 noon– 11 p.m. 2828 US 70 West. 828-323-8753. Directions from Mart to restaurant: same road as the Mart — take a left onto Hwy 70, go 4 miles, look right for the big green barrel. DaVinci’s Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria — Experience fine Italian dining in an intimate atmosphere. Relax with a glass of wine or your favorite drink from the bar. Choose from a wide variety of homemade pastas, soups, salads, veal, chicken and seafood. Live entertainment weekly. Full bar and private room available for parties. Catering now available. 2968 North Center Street, 828-328-6101. Open Mon. – Thurs. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., and Sun. 12 p.m.–10 p.m. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Right onto Hwy 70. Left at first major intersection onto McDonald Parkway (will cross over I-40). Drive approx. 6.8 miles. Turn right into Belle Hollow Shopping complex. Restaurant is located within Belle Hollow complex on the left. ’s
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Everything is prepared fresh daily and our soups and desserts are made from scratch. With our focus on quality, selection and service, Flat Rock Grille is sure to become a local favorite. We have private accommodations for up to fifty guests. Look for our new menu coming in January 2009. 1350 Highway 321 NW, 828-324-7339. Open Mon. – Thurs. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m., and Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left onto Hwy 70. Drive approx. 3.5 miles. Take right on ramp onto 321 North. Drive approx. 2.2 miles. Turn right into Lake Hickory Plaza shopping center. Restaurant is located on the left. KOBE — Japanese House of Steak & Seafood. Teppanyaki — Best Show in Town. Sushi bar — the art of oriental cuisine. 1103 13th Avenue Drive, SE Exit 125 off I-40 in the Comfort Suite Park next to Cracker Barwww.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
AREA DINING rel. 828-328-5688. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left on Hwy 70 to Lenoir-Rhyne Blvd (5th light), turn right. At the next light, turn left. Located behind Comfort Suites near Cracker Barrel. Olde Hickory Tap Room — The Hickory locals’ favorite independent restaurant and pub. Serving excellent steaks to traditional pub fare, all prepared from scratch daily. Featuring the finest and largest spirits selection in North Carolina and 20 better beers on draft showcasing all the beers of the local “Olde Hickory Brewery.” Open 365 days a year. Only three turns from the Mart. Downtown 222 Union Square. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m-2 a.m., Sun. 5 p.m.-2 a.m. 828-322-1965. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left on Hwy 70. Travel three miles. At light, turn right on 4th Street SW. After the third light, you will cross railroad tracks, then turn right. At the end of the road, drive straight into the Union Square parking area. Located on the left on the Square. Piedmont Park — Cosmopolitan cuisine and ambiance in the area’s foremost hotel. Breakfast 6 a.m.-10:00 a.m., lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and dinner 5 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Elaborate Brunch Buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. each Sunday. Crowne Plaza, 1382 Lenoir-Rhyne Boulevard. 828-323-1000. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left on Hwy 70. Drive one mile to major intersection, right onto Lenoir-Rhyne Blvd. Immediate right into Crowne Plaza Hotel. The restaurant is located inside Crowne Plaza. Shell’s Bar-B-Q — Shell’s Bar-B-Q “serving breakfast (all day) lunch and dinner since 1952.” Voted Hickory’s Best BarB-Q, Best Diner and Best Hot Dog. Our quality food, great service and 50’s style diner atmosphere make your dining experience fun and affordable. Located minutes from the Mart, off McDonald Parkway (exit 126 off I-40) at 2609 Springs Road. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 6 a.m.-9 p.m. 828-256-2275. www.shellsbarbq.com. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Right on Hwy 70 and turn left at first light onto McDonald Parkway. Travel 3.5 miles and turn right onto Springs Road. Shell’s will be approx. .5 miles down on the left — across from White Tire. Look for a silver 50’s style train car diner. Tripps — Specializing in Continental American cuisine. Serving outstanding hand cut certified Angus Beef. We offer fresh seafood, pastas, specialty salads and desserts. Great food, hospitality, and full bar all served in a 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com
casual relaxed atmosphere. We offer call-ahead seating for your convenience. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Also join us for Sunday Brunch. Located at 1187 Lenoir-Rhyne Boulevard; exit 125 off I-40. 828-324-4400. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left on Hwy 70, fifth light turn right onto Lenoir-Rhyne Blvd. Cross over I-40. Located before Hendrick Motors BMW on right. Youssef 242 — Hickory’s most unique dining experience — a distinctive southern hospitality with upscale comfort. Only the freshest ingredients together with passionate cooking, featuring a wood burning oven & grill, and a great outdoor patio featuring our grand wood burning fireplace. Enjoy the large wine selection in our walk-in cellar or a selection of wines by the glass. Open Mon. - Fri. for lunch, Mon. - Sat. for dinner. Reservations recommended. 242 11th Avenue NE. 828-324-2005. www.Youssef242.com. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left on Hwy 70. Drive approx. 2.4 miles, turn right at McDonalds. At the next light, take a right onto 127N. Travel through seven lights. Look for Panera Bread on right, then the Texaco Station. Turn right on 11th Ave NE (after Texaco) — Café is a short distance on the right. From Mart — approx. 5 miles. HFM
Hours of Operation: Monday through Saturday 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. (828) 324-7204 Located on Level 2 near the West entrance inside Hickory Furniture Mart. Tired from all your shopping? Come sit down and let us take care of the rest. We offer a variety of hot and cold gourmet sandwiches, 100% Angus Beef burgers, slowroasted chicken sandwiches, gourmet soups, salads and desserts. We have over 40 menu items sure to satisfy your taste. (Kids menu also available.) Need a pick me up? Choose from 17 flavored coffees, mochas, lattes, frappuccinos, or espresso. We also offer smoothies, freshly baked chocolate chip, sugar and oatmeal raisin cookies sure to satisfy anyone’s sweet-tooth. Our mission is to provide you and your family with a meal that will leave you craving for more. HFM | 39
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Area Attractions
There are few places where you can truly have it all, but the Greater Hickory Metro is one of those rare finds. Pristine and beautiful, nature paints the perfect backdrop for this four-county region complete with small-town charm and big city amenities. Catawba County is the hub of the Hickory Metro area, which includes Alexander, Burke, and Caldwell counties. Each county has its own unique style and appeal. Buncombe County, approximately an hour west of Catawba County, is home to the magnificent Biltmore Estate and the infamous Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa. Warm weather and relaxing days welcome you. Explore our areas of natural beauty. Experience our interesting history, arts and entertainment. Enjoy our hospitality. Come visit, come stay, come enjoy in a region where you can truly have it all. HFM
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Leather
A Beginner’s Lesson in Leather S
everal of the showrooms and galleries located inside Hickory Furniture Mart offer leather selections for your home furnishings. Check with the Guest Services representatives at each entrance desk for a listing of all showrooms carrying leather products. Below is a list of basic terms used when referring to leather. ANILINE LEATHER — A leather dyed with
pure aniline dyes rather than pigments. This transparent dye completely penetrates the hide with color, allowing the natural grain to show through while protecting the surface. ANTIQUING — A method of aging the appearance of a hide by the application of a darker color over a lighter color, creating dramatic highlights. BUFFING — A mechanical process that
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reduces the appearance of surface blemishes from leather hides. Leather that is not buffed is called “full grain” because the natural grain retains its markings and characteristics. COWHIDE — The entire animal hide, which averages 45-50 square feet. EMBOSSING — Impressing a pattern onto the surface of the hide to create a motif or texture. A very even and uniform pattern is created, possibly to disguise natural defects or blemishes, or to create visually exciting designs. FAT WRINKLE — Natural wrinkles in the leather grain that are a part of its unique beauty. These are only visible in top grain leathers. FINISHING — Any processing performed after the initial dyeing such as buffing, embossing, milling, spraying, waterproofing, waxing, etc. HAND — A term that describes the leather’s softness and feel. NATURAL GRAIN — Leather whose grain has not been altered in any way, so the natural appearance of the grain is apparent. PROTECTED — Leather whose surface is coated with pigment or other opaque solution for uniform color and cleanability. The natural marks on the hide cannot be seen. SPLIT — The under portion of a hide or skin that has been split into two or more thicknesses. Splits may be finished and embossed to simulate a full top grain, but are not as high quality. Splits are often used for suede. SUEDE — Leather produced from the flesh split, exhibiting a velvet-like nap. Suede splits are not top grain leathers and do not have the same strength and integrity. TOP GRAIN — The top layer and highest quality part of the hide. When leather is split in processing, the top grain is the upper portion of the hide. Because of its strength and beauty, this supple layer is the standard of fine upholstery. HFM Reference: Elite Leather, www.eliteleather.com www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
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FURNITURE STYLES courtesy of ENGLAND QUALITY HOME FURNISHINGS/ENGLAND
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urniture styles and preferences vary with each individual. These days, it is becoming more acceptable to mix and match one or more furniture styles within your home environment. Following are characteristics of some of the more commonly recognized styles and periods of home furnishings. American Colonial: Large-proportioned, sturdy, yet simple; often made of maple, oak or pine; featuring hutches, cupboards and dry sinks. Art Deco: From the 1920s, neoclassical style featuring disciplined decoration with exotic-looking materials; generous filling, incorporating bright lacquers and colors. Arts and Crafts: A style marked by beauty and quality in superior design and execution applied to utilitarian objects. Influential exponents included architect Frank Lloyd Wright and furniture designer Gustav Stickley. The Arts and Crafts movement ushered in the age of Art Nouveau.
Oriental: Generally simple design; highly finished, often lacquered; hand-painted (chinoiserie) detail; prominent hardware; some periods heavily ornamented. Rustic: Emphasis on natural and unrefined sources such as whole tree logs and branches; distressed woods and wrought iron. Natural fabrics include leather, wool or cotton.
Asian: Sometimes called Oriental, showcases cultures of prominent Eastern countries. Uses carved wooden designs with hand-painted details or simplistic, clean lines with low styling.
Shabby Chic: Somewhat rustic, woods painted using a distressed, aged look. Casual, comfortable upholstery; overstuffed or slipcovered designs.
Chippendale: Well-proportioned; curved; richly carved, usually in mahogany; claw-and-ball foot distinctive on cabriole chairs and table legs. Gothic and Chinese styles use straight leg, extensive fretwork and carvings.
Shaker: Simple, well-proportioned, lightweight furniture; soundly constructed from local woods such as pine, walnut, maple and fruitwoods; virtually unornamented; sometimes painted or color-stained.
Contemporary: Clean, simple and controlled; utility featured; frequently makes use of chrome, brass-plate, glass, wood, veneers, lacquers, laminates, plastic and leather.
Traditional: European-influenced, especially 18th and 19th centuries; named for reigning rulers or originators; decoration includes gilt, fretwork, carvings, ball-and-claw feet and luxurious fabrics.
Country: Often weighty in appearance, in categories including Early American, French, English; sometimes called “provincial.” Early American: Antique or reproduction, reflecting European influences; chiefly English; sturdy, simple design; local woods, particularly maple, oak, pine. Mission: Simple, strong style with clean lines; tongue and groove design. Often has a square look with wooden slats; predominately oak and cherry woods used.
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Transitional: A blend of traditional and contemporary styles. A comfortable, timeless design; furniture lines are simple yet sophisticated featuring either straight lines or rounded profiles. Tuscan: Inspired by country homes of Italy; charming, rustic, farmhouse designs. Mismatched, clean lined pieces provide a simple elegance. Victorian: Substantial styles with dark finishes; heavy carvings often feature fruit and flowers. HFM
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Additional Tips
Additional Tips Before You Arrive T
he more you prepare for your shopping trip before you arrive, the more successful you will be during your visit. Here are some simple tips from Kate Gladchun, interior designer and publisher of “The Fine Furniture and Furnishings Discount Shopping Guide.” Gladchun regularly brings out of state shopping tours from Detroit, Michigan to Hickory, North Carolina in order to take advantage of all the incredible discounts available throughout the Mart: Before Your Trip • Do your homework and review all of those notes and clippings you’ve been saving • Bring your room measurements, floor plans, and door and window measurements, along with chips or samples of your paint, fabric and flooring • Bring a digital camera, tape measure and notebook to record all the details of your favorite pieces and document where you saw each of them
On Shopping Day • Wear comfortable walking shoes and casual clothing • Make full use of all sales and design professionals within each showroom • Ask to see catalogs. There isn’t enough room to show everything on the showroom floor • Request brochures, photocopies, standard measurements and fabric samples of each item you are considering
• Inquire about custom-order options (Remember that upholstered pieces can be custom-ordered using your own preferred fabric — called COM in the industry — you can also custom-order trims, fringes, and other details.) • If you start to feel overwhelmed, just stop, rest and take a break in order to relax and gather your thoughts • After you’ve made all of your furniture selections, be sure to stop by Finishing Touch Freight Services, located on Level 4-South entrance, to finalize your consolidated shipment When you need a break from your shopping, experience our on-site locally owned: Gourmet Café Grapevines, Level 2, West entrance Coffeehouse Gallery Taste Full Beans, Level 1, South entrance Wine Gallery Casa Vino, Level 3, East entrance HFM
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Furniture Trends
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ago, people generally went to office supply stores to purchase their office furniture. Now they are coming to furniture stores where the quality usually is much higher and the selection is much larger,” Gee said. “Now they are buying real furniture for their home offices.” Outdoor furniture is also an important part of his company’s business, he said. “Baby boomers and consumers of all age groups seem to be entertaining at home more often these days and doing more of it outside.” Carolyn Carlile, General Manager of Boyles Distinctive Furniture, said she sees some regional preferences, such as Photo courtesy Boyles Distinctive Furniture/Kreiss
he most powerful drivers in the home furnishings market today are baby boomers. Many of them are downsizing, requiring special attention to space utilization and furniture that’s functional. A large number of them are buying second and sometimes third homes where they spend a considerable amount of their time. With more leisure time, they enjoy entertaining and they want their homes to reflect their lifestyle and comfort level. And as many prepare to retire or semi-retire, they often feel the need to have an office at home. Some of the showrooms within the Mart were asked to comment on the shopping patterns they see among today’s baby boomers. Chris Bergelin of Robert Bergelin Company, a high-end handcrafted furniture maker, said, “By and large, their homes today are very traditional, even more so than 30 years ago. They prefer furniture that is formal but also more relaxed pieces that are subdued, subtle, and look softly aged. They find a certain solace in something aged, a comfort that comes with age. Often they buy pieces that look acquired and mix them with favorite pieces that have sentimental value. As far as styles, 18th Century isn’t the driving force it once was. Now, furniture increasingly is reflecting English, French, Spanish and Italian influences.” Consumers, especially baby boomers, want furniture that is comfortable and relaxing, and also reflects their own personal style. Now, consumers show a preference for furniture that is functional, even multifunctional, rather than basing their decisions solely on appearance. For example, end tables can be tiered with shelves to hold books and other objects. Chests and ottomans can double as end tables and provide storage space in a down-sized environment. Taste in furniture also mirrors broader interests. One of the hottest trends is to purchase pieces that relate to wine — small wine tables, wine bars, and wine storage cabinets that allow people to store wine, display it, open it, and serve it. Another strong segment is furniture which houses the array of electronic equipment that people now display in their homes, such as plasma televisions and surround sound systems. Gone are the boxy armoires that were used to hide televisions. Now more people prefer single or mounted wall units and smaller consoles, cabinets and shelves throughout. Brian Gee of Hickory Park Furniture Galleries said one of the strongest sectors of his business in regards to baby boomers is in home office furniture. “It isn’t just retirees, although they’re a big part of the market. A lot of people are working from home now and need an office. And there are younger people who just feel the need to have work space at home. Until five or six years
metropolitan classic design from people living in New York and other large cosmopolitan cities and lighter colors in fabrics from Florida customers. Leather furniture still has a very broad appeal, because people buy it to fit their lifestyles. “Leather is very family friendly,” she said, “and holds up well for families with children and dogs.” Carlile noted that in fabric colors, furniture generally follows fashion. For example, brown is a strong fashion color, many times replacing black. In furniture, chocolate browns, and other colors — including blue and green — paired with brown are now very popular in upholstered pieces. Sally Bentley has perhaps the broadest perspective on what customers want these days. She runs her design business (Designing Women) at Hickory Furniture Mart. Most of her clients come from NY and FL, followed by OH and TX, then CA and other neighboring western states. “Virtually all of my customers want their home furnishings to reflect where they are in life. Most of my clients are 45 or older, so they are established, successful, and in the prime of their lives. They want their homes to be comfortable. I keep telling them that they need to be open-minded when looking at the vast selection of furniture out there, but always stay within your comfort zone and you can’t go wrong.” HFM HFM | 47
Wood
Shopping for Wood uality wood furniture will last a lifetime and beyond. Antique stores are proof of that. Although quality often can be easier to see in wood furniture than in upholstery, there still are certain things you should know before selecting furniture made of wood. Test all moving parts such as drawers, trays, doors, adjustable shelves and table leaves. Make sure they move easily and fit properly. Check to see that drawers have glides and stops, that the interiors are smooth and that hardware is sturdy and bolted from the inside. Inspect the underside of all furniture. Joints should be reinforced with screws and nails and they should be free of excess glue and filler. Heavier pieces should possess triangular corner blocks. Dining chairs should feel heavy and substantial. Make sure they are the right height for those who will be using them. Finish is a matter of personal preference, but whatever the finish, it should have a rich glow. The wood should feel smooth to the touch and there should not be any visible bubbles or streaks. The grain should be uniform, flowing naturally throughout. In extension tables, the leaves should match the rest of the piece when in place. Artificial graining does not necessarily mean lower quality, but if the grain has been artificially enhanced, the manufacturer’s tag should reflect this. Don’t assume that solid-wood furniture is necessarily better than furniture that is veneered. Most furniture is a mixture of veneer construction in conjunction with solid woods or wood products. That combination can be more durable and stronger than a piece that is completely made of solid wood. Although not usually finished, the back of case pieces should be sanded smooth and panels should be inserted and screwed into the frame. Any glass tabletops should be tempered. Maintenance of Wood Furniture Caring for your fine wood furniture is quite simple. Dust 48 |
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frequently with a soft, lint-free cloth that has been moistened or treated with polish. Carefully vacuum around your furniture to avoid nicks and scratches. Lift, don’t slide, lamps and other objects sitting on tabletops. Avoid placing wood furniture directly in the path of a heat source. Overexposure to sunlight can adversely affect the finish, so furniture should be rearranged from time to time and accessories rotated. Dirt should be removed from all wood furniture with mild soap on a barely damp cloth, then rinsed and dried with a clean cloth. Protective pads should be used under hot dishes and spilled liquids should be promptly removed by blotting. The manufacturer of your wood furniture has the knowledge and expertise on how best to maintain it, so make sure you save all product tags and directions for future reference. HFM www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART
SOUTHERN DESIGNS Furniture made to fit your lifestyle.
Southern Designs is an employee-owned company with over 75 years experience in the furniture industry. We represent furniture made by family-owned and operated companies with manufacturing sites here in the United States. AA Laun American Craftsmen (Amish) Big Sky Carvers Broughton Hall Brown Street Canal Dover Chatham Cody Road Cooper Classics Huntington House Key City/Jeff Zimmerman Lt. Moses Willard Lamps Lea (Youth) Leisters Furniture Marshfield Meyda Tiffany Ozark Lodge Penns Creek (Amish) Peters Revington Stone Co Ironwork Sumter Cabinet Superior The Custom Shoppe (Home Office and Entertainment) Tom Seely (Amish) Two Day Designs Villageois Westmoreland
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Upholstered Furniture
Upholstered Furniture Arm pad: Padded portion of the wooden arm of a chair, which serves as an armrest.
Camel back: A chair back with the top rail curved up at the center. Also a curved-back sofa with a hump in the center.
Arm rail: The curved horizontal part of a chair that is continuous across the back and arms.
Channel back: Type of chair or sofa back with rows of vertical tufting.
Attached-back sofa: A pillow treatment that cannot be removed.
Chesterfield: A large, overstuffed sofa with closed arms that are usually rollover arms of the same height as the back.
Barrel back: A chair or sofa with arms and a back forming continuous curve.
Club chair: A low-slung lounge or easy chair with a squared or curved back, arms and a loose seat cushion. May or may not be skirted. Type of arm may vary with period or style.
Batting: Padding used to wrap springs or foam slabs before stuffing them into the cushions. Quilted polyester often is used.
Coil springs: Tapering, cone-shaped, resilient wire springs used in the quality construction of furniture, mattresses and box springs (also called cone springs). Decking: Fabric used under cushions or other platforms hidden from view. Down: Soft, fluffy feathers from very young birds or under ordinary feathers from older birds or fowl. Used alone or in combination with other materials as stuffing for pillows, cushions and chair backs. Fiberfill: Soft, synthetic material used as cushioning in furniture, bedding and comforters. Usually wrapped around foam. Flared arm: An arm that flanges out away from the midline of a sofa or chair. Hand: Touch or feel of a fabric to the hand; its tactile qualities including softness, resilience, firmness and delicacy.
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Hand-tied: The process by which single-coil springs are handtied to each other and the frame to control seat elasticity. The more ways the spring is tied, the higher the construction quality, with eight-way hand-tied being prevalent in quality construction.
Box-edged: A square seat front with welting or a sewn seam on the top and bottom. Box pleat: A fold of fabric to the left, followed by a fold to the right and stitched in place.
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Lawson: A simple, straight-back seating piece with rollover arms, which are usually positioned midway between the seat and the top. Usually skirted. Loose-pillow back: A pillow treatment that can be removed. Rolled arms: Arms that flare out, then down, returning to meet the sides of a chair or sofa, which appear to have been rolled. Self-covered seat deck: Using cover fabric to cover the area under the loose cushions. Also called self-covered deck. Tight seat: A seat or back designed not to have a cushion. Welting: A fabric-covered cord sewn into upholstery edge seams to firmly define the edge. Adds strength and a finished appearance to seams. HFM
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e realize that you may have traveled hundreds, even thousands of miles to make your furniture purchases. Finishing Touch Freight Services, the Mart’s consolidated shipping service, is located on Level 4 at the South entrance. They will see to it that your merchandise is transported safely and professionally to your home after you leave. Shipping charges are separate from your furniture purchases. The stores that you purchase from will still honor any shipping discounts they are offering even if you decide to consolidate your complete order through Finishing Touch Freight Services.
Finishing Touch Freight Services works with professional in-home delivery businesses and can arrange shipment of your furniture to anywhere in the world. We encourage you to stop by their office during Mart hours, call 800-874-6486 (toll free), 828-431-4766 (local), fax 828-431-4765, or email service@ finishingtouchfreight.com to make all of your shipping arrangements. If you wish to consolidate your purchases into one shipment, you will need to place all of your orders in the same name and fill out the “Request for Consolidation of Merchandise” form located at each Guest Services desk or inside the Finishing Touch Freight Services office, located on Level 4. Turn in your form to the Finishing Touch Freight Services office as soon as you are finished shopping, even if you don’t want your furniture shipped right away. Merchandise that is purchased and is “ready-to-go” off the showroom floor can be shipped separately from special-order merchandise. If your purchases total 500 pounds or more, you may split-ship your order and receive the same discounted rate as if all the furniture were shipped together. You must let Finishing Touch Freight Services know which furniture you would like to ship first, and which may be delivered at a later date. 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com
Shipping
If your merchandise needs to be stored for a longer period of time, please discuss this with Finishing Touch Freight Services that they can inform you of any related storage fees. Typically the carriers are willing to store furniture for 60 days before any storage fees are incurred. A representative at Finishing Touch Freight Services can help you decide which will be the best course of action for your own personal situation. You may contact Finishing Touch Freight Services at any time for information regarding your order, including the name of your assigned delivery company and whether or not all stores have released your purchases to the delivery company for shipment. All remaining balances must be paid and all stores must release your furniture before shipment can be scheduled. Just a friendly reminder that the estimated delivery times below start AFTER all account balances have been paid and all furniture has been released by each showroom: Southeast: 2-3 weeks East coast: 2-3 weeks Midwest: 4-6 weeks West Coast: 6-8 weeks Your assigned carrier will notify you at least 48 hours before your home delivery is scheduled. Please make sure that the shipper has your correct delivery address and phone number and it is important to confirm that the shipment includes all of the furniture you purchased from each showroom. Be sure to clear enough space in every room where your furniture is scheduled to be set up. You may be asked to provide an extra person at your home to assist with unloading your furniture if any single item weighs more than 350 pounds or if any large, heavy furniture must be carried up stairs or through narrow turns. Upon arrival of your furniture, please have payment for all freight charges available. Approved forms of payment include certified check or money order. Payment is required prior to unloading any of your merchandise. It is extremely important to carefully inspect each piece of furniture as it is unwrapped and brought into your home. If there are any damages, you must refuse the damaged item and contact Finishing Touch Freight Services immediately. Make notes on your bill of lading regarding any damaged or missing items so that the situation can be addressed promptly by the carrier. For additional information on consolidated shipping services, please contact Finishing Touch Freight Services directly at 800-8746486. HFM Contributed by Finishing Touch Freight Services HFM | 55
Outdoor Furniture
Outdoor Furniture Trends Whether you are relaxing on your patio, lounging on the porch, or entertaining by the pool, you’ll enjoy the comfort and the quality of your outdoor furniture selections. Remember to order your outdoor furniture far enough in advance. If you are not purchasing pieces off the floor, most showrooms recommend that you allow 90 days when ordering any outdoor furniture to ensure that it will arrive within your desired time frame. Seasons Outdoor Gallery, located inside Hickory Furniture Mart can help you select outdoor furniture for any need. Visit their showroom on Level 3. HFM Reference: Hickory Park Furniture Galleries, www. hickorypark.com
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oday, outdoor entertaining has become the ultimate in luxury and convenience. With recent advancements in outdoor kitchen equipment and appliances along with new developments in outdoor furniture styles, people are opting to spend more of their leisure time outside. Spending leisure time in outdoor spaces is not just limited to summertime anymore. People in warmer climates enjoy entertaining outside year round, however those in cooler climates are also finding ways to extend their time spent outside. For example, the addition of outdoor fireplaces and electric or gas heaters can keep you warm late into the fall and resume your outdoor entertaining early into the spring in most locations. Adding outdoor lighting components can also extend the length of your time spent outside. Stylish and comfortable furniture selections have become prevalent in the marketplace. Today’s outdoor furniture is made durable enough to stay outside year round and is as comfortable as many indoor options. Outdoor fabrics and finishes such as vinyl wicker, cast aluminum, wrought iron, wicker loom and teak are virtually 100% waterproof in order to withstand the outdoor elements in any climate.
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Motioncraft Boyles Shoppes Murray Feiss Boyles Showcase NDI Florals Boyles Showcase Naja Oriental Rugs Naja Oriental Rug Gallery by Boyles Natural Creations Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Nature’s Gallery Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Natuzzi Reflections Contemporary Furniture Nautica Boyles Shoppes New River Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park Newport Cabinet Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Nina Campbell Resource Design Nisely Cabinet Amish Oak & Cherry Nobilis Resource Design Norbar Fabrics Resource Design Nouveau Concepts Reflections Contemporary Furniture Null Southern Designs Oakland Wood Amish Oak & Cherry Oakwood Interiors Amish Oak & Cherry Ohio Table Pad Flexsteel Signature Gallery Ohio Table Pad Southern Designs Ohio Table Pad National Home Furnishings Center Oklahoma Casting Southern Designs Old Biscayne Boyles Showcase Old Biscayne Designs Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Old Hickory Tannery Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Old Imports Franklin Place Old World Weavers Resource Design OLF Reflections Contemporary Furniture Omnia Leather and More Orient Express Reflections Contemporary Furniture Oriental Accents Boyles Showcase Oriental Rugs Naja Oriental Rug Gallery by Boyles Oriental Rugs Unique Oriental Rugs & More by David Oriental Rugs Ziba Oriental Rugs Oriental Weavers Reflections Contemporary Furniture Orville & Mead Boyles Showcase Osborne & Little Resource Design Ozark Southern Designs P Collins Resource Design P.G. Dunn Amish Oak & Cherry Padma’s Plantation Boyles Showcase Paladin Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Palecek Boyles Showcase Palliser National Home Furnishings Center Paragon Picture Gallery Boyles Showcase Paragon Pictures Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Parker Southern Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Payne Fabrics Resource Design Peachtree Fabrics Resource Design Pelican Reef Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park Penns Creek Southern Designs Penwood Amish Oak & Cherry Peters-Revington Southern Designs Philip Reinisch Flexsteel Signature Gallery Philip Reinisch Curios National Home Furnishings Center Pindler & Pindler Resource Design Powell Flexsteel Signature Gallery Powell Franklin Place Precedent Boyles Showcase Primo National Home Furnishings Center Pulaski Franklin Place Quadrille Resource Design
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Tom Seely Southern Designs Tommy Bahama Boyles Shoppes Trailways Amish Oak & Cherry Trans-Ocean Import Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Travers Resource Design Tree Factory Southern Designs Trica Reflections Contemporary Furniture Trims Unlimited Resource Design Tropitone Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park Twigs Resource Design Two Day Designs Southern Designs Ultimate Accents Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Ultimate Accents Southern Style Unique Oriental Rugs Unique Oriental Rugs & More by David United Designs Southern Designs Universal Boyles Shoppes Universal National Home Furnishings Center Uttermost Boyles Showcase Uttermost Flexsteel Signature Gallery Uttermost Reflections Contemporary Furniture Valley Furniture Amish Oak & Cherry Valley View Amish Oak & Cherry Van Luit Resource Design Van Teal Reflections Contemporary Furniture Vanguard Vanguard Direct by Boyles Vaughan National Home Furnishings Velco Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Vera Wang by Serta Boyles Shoppes Vernella Amish Oak & Cherry Vervain Resource Design
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Victorian Collection Franklin Place Viewpoint Leather Southern Style Villageois Southern Designs Walt Disney Signature Drexel Heritage Waverly Fabrics Resource Design Weathercraft Boyles Showcase Weathermaster Boyles Showcase Wesley Allen Boyles Shoppes Westgate Resource Design Westmoreland Southern Designs Whitecraft Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park Whittemore-Sherrill Boyles Shoppes Wildcat Territory Reflections Contemporary Furniture Wildwood Boyles Showcase Winners Only Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Winston Boyles Showcase Woodard Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park Woodbridge Boulevard Home Furnishings Wooden Toy Shop Amish Oak & Cherry Woodland Hickory Park Furniture Galleries World Concepts Southern Style Wrangler Home Flexsteel Signature Gallery Wrangler Series 47 Flexsteel Signature Gallery Wynwood Southern Style Y & T Woodcraft Amish Oak & Cherry Yutzy’s Amish Oak & Cherry Ziba Oriental Rugs Ziba Oriental Rugs Zimmerman (Jeff) Southern Designs Zocalo Leather and More Zoffany Resource Design
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