Hickory Furniture Mart Guide 2011

39th Buying Guide Edition

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Accents, Accessories, Art, Bar Stools, Bed Linens, Bedrooms, Chairs, Chaises, Children’s Furniture, Coffee Tables, Dining, Desk Chairs, Desks, Entertainment Centers, Fabric Beds, Fabric Upholstery, Home Office, Home Theater, Lamps, Leather Upholstery, Mattresses & Boxsprings, Metal Beds, Mirrors, Ottomans, Recliners, Rugs, Sectionals, Sleepers and Sofas. levels 2 and 3 south entrance Hickory Furniture Mart 2220 Hwy 70 SE Hickory, NC 28602 • 828-322-3471

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Families are an important part of what makes Hickory Park Furniture Galleries a special place to shop for furniture. For over 25 years, we have been owned and operated by a local Hickory, NC family who has seen great success in manufacturing quality furniture.

Bringing this experience to our customers in our showroom means that you will see only the finest made products and discover values not found elsewhere.

Today, the furniture displayed at Hickory Park has been carefully selected to enhance a variety of homes by experienced designers, many of whom started with us when we opened our doors.

Come let us show you how the furniture you purchase at Hickory Park can make a difference for your family.

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elcome to Hickory Furniture Mart, We understand the Ultimate Furniture Destination. that your time For years, people have traveled to Hickory may be limited from all over the world to take advantage and we want you of famous North Carolina prices and to experience quality craftsmanship from many of the everything we world’s most popular manufacturers who have to offer proudly call the Catawba Valley region their while you home. Our reputation for quality, value, are here. We service and selection is the main reason are fortunate our customers keep returning, often to house a Tracey Trimble referring family and friends. We would locally owned like to thank all of our customers, tenants, coffeehouse manufacturers and friends in the furniture with Wi-Fi internet access and a gourmet industry for making the Mart the success cafÊ on-site, so please stop by and grab a it is today. specialty drink or soup & sandwich before If this is your first trip to the Mart, you leave. we suggest that you stop by and visit If you plan to spend the night while one of our friendly Guest Services you are in Hickory, we are happy to make representatives. They can help you narrow a reservation for you at our on-site pet down your search and point you in the friendly hotel or at one of our partner right direction. If you have been here hotels nearby. Shop & Stay packages before, we hope you discover something and special Furniture Shopper rates are new and exciting. We want your shopping available to all of our visitors. Just ask one experience to be unforgettable and we of our Guest Services representatives to are committed to making sure you leave make a reservation for you. completely satisfied. We value your input I would like to personally thank you for and we encourage you to let us know if your interest in Hickory Furniture Mart. there is anything we can do to make your Make sure you stay connected with us trip more enjoyable. by visiting www.hickoryfurniture.com on By offering 100 factory outlets, shops a regular basis to learn about upcoming and galleries, representing nearly 1,000 events and ongoing activities at the Mart. premier manufacturers all under one roof, If you have any suggestions or concerns, we have tried to make it as convenient for please do not hesitate to contact me you as possible to find everything you need directly at ttrimble@hickoryfurniture.com. in home furnishings. Most showrooms offer complimentary design assistance and Warm regards, their 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 Tracey Trimble using our on-site consolidated shipping Executive Vice President service. & General Manager Hickory Furniture Mart 4|

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HICKORY FURNITURE MART 39th Buying Guide Edition Hickory Furniture Mart The Magazine

Tracey Trimble Publisher and Editor in Chief Debra Hungerford Associate Editor Frances Robinson Associate Editor Jeanie Rykaceski Associate Editor Trisha Robinson Sales Director Andrea Ware Creative Director

Contact us at: 2220 Highway 70 SE Hickory, NC 28602 info@hickoryfurniture.com 800-462-MART (6278) Monday-Saturday, 9am-6pm Website: www.hickoryfurniture.com Facebook Fan Page: www.facebook.comhickoryfurniture Twitter: www.twitter.com/hickoryfurnmart Blog: www.blog.hickoryfurniture.com

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COURTESY OF HOOKER FURNITURE OUTLET PLUS/HOOKER FURNITURE

COURTESY OF GOOD’S HOME FURNISHINGS/ THOMASVILLE

COURTESY OF SEASON’S OUTDOOR AND SUNCOURTESY OF CENTURY FURNITURE SHOWROOM ROOM GALLERY BY HICKORY PARK/LANE VENTURE & FACTORY OUTLET/CENTURY FURNITURE

Phone Directory

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Furniture Bargain Expert Shares Tips 35

A Proud Heritage

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Valuable Amenities for Shoppers

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Customer Testimonials

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Area Dining and Information

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A Beginner’s Lesson in Leather

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Trends in Contemporary Furniture 10 Choosing the Right Fabrics for Your Home

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Upgrading Your Accessories 16 Furniture Styles

Factory Outlets Offer Interior Designer Shares Tips Great Bargains 20 Furniture Trends Design Groups Travel to the Mart 24 for Baby Boomers

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Premium Design Services Available 27

Shopping for Wood

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Industry Terminology

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Upholstered Furniture

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Tips on Getting A Good Night’s Sleep

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Outdoor Furniture Trends

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Calendar of Events

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Youth Furniture

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Surroundings That Affect Your Sleep

Manufacturers’ Listing

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Shipping Your Furniture Home Safely

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About the Cover:

Bassett’s unique blend of style, comfort and value has been trusted for more than a century and has made it one of the most recognizable brands in America.

Today, Bassett remains committed to the early principles of their company. They believe that designing and manufacturing great quality, stylish furniture does not need to be expensive. Passionate about developing fashionable and innovative home furnishings at a great value, as well as offering a number of exceptional services to meet your every need, Bassett strives to make their products affordable and available to everyone. Their custom solutions make it easy to express your unique individual sense of style with a diverse selection of upholstered goods, bedding, dining, home storage and home entertainment options. Visit the Bassett Showcase Gallery by Hickory Park, located on Level 3, South Entrance.

Phone Directory STORE/GALLERY

PHONE LEVEL

Amish Oak & Cherry (828) 261-4776 Amish Oak & Cherry Clearance Center (828) 261-4776 Bassett Showcase Gallery by Hickory Park (828) 322-4440 Broyhill Furniture Showplace by Hickory Park (828) 322-4440 Century Furniture Fabric Outlet (828) 328-3243 Century Furniture Showroom & Factory Outlet (828) 328-4519 Comfort Zone by Hickory Park (828) 326-9224 Designing Women (828) 234-9789 (Interior Design Services) Far Eastern Furnishings (828) 256-9500 Flexsteel Signature Gallery (828) 322-3532 Good’s Home Furnishings (828) 322-3471 Henredon Factory Outlet (828) 322-7111 Hickory Outlet Center (828) 256-0003 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries (828) 322-4440 Hickory Park Outlet (828) 322-4440 Hickory White Factory Outlet (828) 327-3766 Hooker Furniture Outlet Plus (828) 855-2950 Interior Details, Inc. (877) 598-3545 (Interior Design Services) John-Richard Furniture and Accessories (828) 855-2785 La-Z-Boy Gallery by Hickory Park (828) 322-4440 Leather and More (828) 324-0668 Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Factory Outlet (828) 261-0051 National Home Furnishings Center (828) 324-7110 Reflections Home Furnishings (828) 327-8485 6|

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STORE/GALLERY

PHONE LEVEL

Reflections Home Furnishings Factory Outlet (828) 327-8485 Resource Design (828) 322-3161 Season’s Outdoor and Sunroom Gallery

by Hickory Park (828) 322-9445 Sleep to Live Gallery by Good’s Home Furnishings (828) 322-3471 Southern Designs (828) 328-8855 Southern Style Fine Furniture (828) 322-7000 Southern Style Fine Furniture Outlet (828) 855-2252 The Lion’s Den Interiors (828) 431-3034 UltDivan for the Home (828) 322-3711 Unique Oriental Rugs & More

by David (828) 267-0808 Vanguard Furniture Factory Outlet

by Good’s Home Furnishings (828) 322-3471 Ziba Oriental Rugs (828) 326-0749

Level 3 Level 3 Level 3 Level 1 Level 3 Level 4 Level 2 Level 4 Level 4 Level 4 Level 4 Level 4

OTHER SERVICES

Century Furniture Fabric Outlet (Boulevard Upholstery Services) Finishing Touch Freight Services (Shipping) Grapevines Café (Food and Beverage) Taste Full Beans Coffeehouse (Food and Beverage)

(828) 328-3243

Level 4

(800) 874-6486

Level 4

(828) 324-7204

Level 2

(828) 322-9647

Level 1

For additional information about Hickory Furniture Mart, call 1-800-462-MART, email info@hickoryfurniture.com or visit www.hickoryfurniture.com. www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

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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.

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 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 1960, 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 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 8|

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The Lail Family, proud owners of Hickory Furniture Mart. Left to Right: Leroy Lail, Lynn Lail, Brad Lail, Laura (Lail) Treadaway and Scott Lail.

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. Hickory Furniture Mart proudly celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2010 with its past and present customers, vendors, manufacturers, tenants and countless friends within the furniture industry. The Mart continues to transition in an effort to better meet the needs of its customers in this ever changing environment.

Today, Hickory Furniture Mart’s expansive complex is comprised of four-levels housing 100 factory outlets, stores, and galleries, representing nearly 1,000 of the most recognizable brand names in the furniture industry. 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 and a coffeehouse with Wi-Fi internet access, both locally owned. The premier manufacturers represented throughout the Mart include most major quality domestic manufacturers as well as accessories, fabrics, imports, art lighting, rugs, wall coverings and additional home furnishings.

People from every state and visitors traveling from several international countries visit Hickory Furniture Mart each year, with approximately 500,000 people visiting the Mart annually. 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 the “Oprah Winfrey Show” and the Discovery Channel’s “Interior Motives with Christopher Lowell.” Hickory Furniture Mart is truly the Ultimate Furniture Destination. HFM www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

BRANDS YOU CAN TRUST

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CONTEMPORARY FURNITURE

Trends in Contemporary Furniture T

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

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American Leather, BDI, Calligaris, Creative Elegance, Ekornes, Elite, Gamma, Lazar, Natuzzi, Trica

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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.

Many people are mixing microfiber fabric chairs and accent pieces in with their leather settings. It seems that durability and easy maintenance are two 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 designs 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.

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 Home Furnishings www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

Proudly Featuring Custom Handcrafted Solid Wood Designs Made in America

American Made • Heirloom Quality • Solid Hardwood Custom Furniture Designs at Outlet Prices

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Habersham

Timeless Furniture

Artistica Bentley Churchill Cox Dovetail

Eddy West Emerson Et Cie FFDM/Fine Furniture Designs

Four Seasons Habersham Intercon Jonathan Charles

Lorts Luna Bella Southern Furniture Stanford

Steinworld Superior Wynwood

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FABRIC CHOICES

Choosing the Right Fabrics for Your Home W

hat is the first thing you notice 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 selection can either make or break a room. Many decisions must be made before you are able to come to a conclusion on what type of fabric to use in your home. You must first decide whether or not 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 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 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 be told 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, 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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Exclusive lines at discounted prices.

Largest selection in Western N.C. • Scalamandré • Brunschwig & Fils • Waverly • Robert Allen • Kravet • Clarence House • Lee Joffa • Beacon Hill Design team on staff to assist with achieving a custom look for all your design needs.

Drapery, bedding, wall coverings, and more

Level 3 • Hickory Furniture Mart 2220 Hwy 70 SE • Hickory, NC (828) 322-3161 Fax 322-3162 www.resourcedesignofhickory.com www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

Enjoy an exciting visit to the factory outlet of one of America’s premier quality fashion furniture makers. Discover a new realm of furniture — showroom samples, discontinued items and irregulars.

Shop directly from the floor at one of the nation’s largest collections of Henredon furniture, accessories and fabrics.

Hickory Furniture Mart — Level 2 — South Entrance (828)322-7111

ACCESSORIES

Upgrading Your Accessories

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 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 & More by David, 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 16 |

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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 of your entire home.

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.

Dining Rooms Entertaining usually involves food, including dinners where family and friends gather around the dining table. A new rug in the dining room can change the entire atmosphere of the room. Rugs are usually the largest segment of color in a room, next to the walls.

When shopping for dining room rugs, 8x10 is normally the minimum size for dining rooms because it is important for the chairs to stay on the rug. Shoppers may also 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 area where 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.

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, Italian, 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 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 recognized as the nation’s leading home furnishings resource, attracts savvy consumers from all over the world to shop at its 100 factory outlets, stores, and galleries. It’s one of the top visitor attractions in the state of North Carolina.

Hickory Furniture Mart has an unmatched reputation as the Ultimate Furniture Destination for designers and first and second home owners. Several popular furniture manufacturers house their factory outlets inside the Mart and offer fine furniture at tremendous discounts to the public. Factory outlets always have been an important part of the tenant selection at Hickory Furniture Mart. Hickory Furniture Mart is unique because of the mixture of high quality outlets and first line showrooms, all

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located under the same roof.

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. Surplus high-end fabrics by the yard or bolt are also offered at below wholesale prices to the public and reupholstery services are available if needed.

Kimberly Causey, the author of The Furniture Factory Outlet Guide, 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 normal retail prices.”

In addition to price, there are other benefits to shopping at the factory outlets inside 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 particularly 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 specifically for the High Point Furniture Markets and these pieces may never even go into production so they are sent and sold to the public at see “bargains” on page 22

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EVERYONE NEEDS AN OUTLET. EVEN US. Our outlet helps manage our flow of continuous market samples, factory overruns, and discontinued items.

This provides you with an ever-changing assortment of well-designed, quality merchandise priced at an extraordinary value (already priced a guaranteed minimum of 50% off suggested retail). It’s our hope that our outlet provides you with comfort for the mind, body, and wallet. Happy shopping.

Hickory Furniture Mart, level 1, west entrance • 2220 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602 Tel: 828.261.0051 • Monday - Saturday 9am to 6pm For directions please visit: www.mgbwhome.com/outletmap.asp Cash, checks, Visa and MC accepted. All items sold as-is and without warranty.

Wrapping and shipping available. Items featured may vary from actual stock.

BARGAINS & SELECTION

their outlets inside the Mart.

So where do all of 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 Showroom & Factory 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 needs 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.”

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 Century quarter page 9.14_Layout 1 9/20/10 1:49 PM Page 1 need for the piece. Many people tend to shop at outlets when

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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 really find some great deals.

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: “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 on a daily basis. HFM www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

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, Owner of Andrew Limone Interiors in Florham Park, NJ has been bringing his design groups from New Jersey to North Carolina for many 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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Nancy Stettenbenz, Guest Services Representative assisting customers. nearby. For more information on designer incentive programs, visit www.hickoryfurniture.com or contact the marketing department at 1-800-462-MART to arrange your next group visit.

Andrew Limone was a charter member of the New Jersey chapter of the Interior Design Society (IDS). He also founded the Blue Ridge, North Carolina IDS chapter in 2007 and is the former National President of IDS and AIDP. Mr. Limone has been a guest designer on numerous television shows and was published in NJ Monthly and the NJ Star Ledger. HFM

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The Lion’s Den Interiors

The Lion’s Den provides a unique selection of fine furniture from top quality manufacturers, along with one of a kind accessories, lighting, and mirrors priced at or below wholesale cost.

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ashington DC area resident, Rebecca Stokes wanted to redecorate her condo but was too busy to devote the hours it would take to go through individual furniture stores to shop and compare prices and options. ”I was after a designer look without having to shop for it” she said. Then a friend recommended Designing Women’s new Platinum E-Design program available at their design showroom located inside Hickory Furniture Mart.

Created to meet the needs of busy professionals who would rather spend valuable free time traveling, entertaining friends or just going to the gym, Platinum E-Design gives you all the benefits of hiring a certified interior designer while being able to work virtually from your home. Sally Bentley, professional interior designer and owner of Designing Women, has been helping customers navigate throughout Hickory Furniture Mart for over 10 years.

The Mart offers the most diverse selection of showrooms under one roof and makes furniture shopping very convenient and efficient. After clients started referring their own children who had limited travel time due to their busy work schedules, Sally realized that she could simply ask them a few questions over the phone or through emails, and her design team could take it from there to create an extensive digital presentation that met their every need.

“We handle all the furniture shopping, color selections, furniture placement and even take care of all the accessories, which pulls everything together. Young professionals thrive on achieving a look that is totally unique and reflects a sense of their own style and personality. You can’t accomplish this by shopping at big box stores” replies Sally.

“There are hundreds of high quality furniture lines that are available at our fingertips and today’s technology makes our design services conveniently available to virtually anyone.” The design team is headed up by Sally Bentley who shares her office with Donna Chamberlain and Kirsten Hart, all highly experienced certified designers, bringing together extensive portfolios of creative design projects.

Meet the Designing Women Team; Left: Kirsten Hart; Center: Sally Bentley; Right: Donna Chamberlain

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• If your time is limited, we’ll take you to the showrooms that have what you like.

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• We will coordinate furniture placement, fabrics and colors … proven to save time and money.

• For all this, our fee is only $450 per day or $50 per hour with a three-hour minimum.

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SOUTHERN DESIGNS Furniture made to fit your lifestyle.

Southern Designs has been proudly located in Hickory Furniture Mart for 27 years. Our extensive line of furnishings includes solid wood bedroom and dining room furniture, unique occasional tables, 10-way and 8-way hand-tied upholstery. We also represent many accessory lines to complement your individual tastes and decor — all at true discount pricing. We look forward to furnishing your home with quality and style.

Specializing in solid wood.

AA Laun American Craftsmen (Amish) Big Sky Carvers • Broughton Hall Brown Street • Canal Dover Chatham • Chromcraft Revington Classic Lamps • Cody Road Cooper Classics Distinction Leather • Jasper Cabinet Key City/Jeff Zimmerman Lt. Moses Willard Lamps Lea (Youth) La-Z-Boy Kidz (Youth) Leisters Furniture • Marshfield Masterfield • Meyda Tiffany Mobel • Null Ozark Lodge Penns Creek (Amish) Sealy Mattress • Smith Novelty Stone Co Ironwork Superior • The Custom Shoppe (Home Office and Entertainment) Tom Seely (Amish) Two Day Designs Ultra Comfort Lift & Recliner Chairs Villageois • Westmoreland

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INDUSTRY TERMINOLOGY

Technically Speaking: Industry Terminology Case Goods: A furniture industry term for pieces made of wood (not upholstered), especially those used in the dining room and bedroom.

Distressed: A surface that has been artificially aged with sanding, punctures or gouges.

Dovetail: Manufacturing technique of interlocking wedges used on wood furniture, frequently in drawer construction, to increase strength and stability.

Dowel: A round wooden pin, peg or rod fitted into holes in two pieces of wood to strengthen joints.

Embossing: A process of altering the natural grain of the leather by using etching , engraving, or elector typed plates or rollers creating a very uniform grain pattern.

Gilding: The application of a thin layer of metal to a surface.

Gold Leaf: A thin foil or sheet of gold measuring 0.1 micrometer in thickness. Gold leaf is generally used in decorative or gilding applications. Gold leaf can be applied to picture frames, furniture, paintings, walls and even other metals.

Hand: The touch or feel of a fabric to the hand; its tactile qualities including softness, resilience, firmness and delicacy.

Hand-Rub: Process of using cloth, pad or felt with rottenstone or pumice and oil to smooth topcoat wood finish by hand.

Hand-Tied: In upholstery construction, the process by which single-coil springs are handtied to each other and the frame to control seat elasticity. In this popular technique, individual seat springs are tied to the frame with twine (or a similar material) running vertically, horizontally and diagonally. The more ways the spring is tied, the higher the construction quality, with eight-way hand-tied being prevalent in high quality construction.

Inlay: A design formed of contrasting woods, grains, metal, tortoiseshell, mother of pearl, or other material inserted to be flush with the furniture surface.

Knock-Off: Expression used within the furniture industry to refer to an obvious copy of a popular design that has been reproduced for sale at a lower price than the quality original.

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Miter Joint: Corner joint of moldings framing a panel; each edge of the joint at a 45 degree angle.

Occasional Furniture: Small furniture items such as cocktail tables, end tables, night stands, pull-up chairs, etc.

Open Stock: Furniture regularly kept in stock and often available for quick delivery.

Does not include custom-made or specially finished furniture.

Repeat: In fabric, a single complete unit of pattern as it repeats on a fabric.

Veneer: A thin sheet of wood glued to a piece of furniture for decorative effect.

Welting: A fabric-covered cord sewn into upholstery edge seams to firmly define edge, adding strength and finished appearance to seams. HFM

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SLEEP ESSENTIALS

Tips on Getting a Good Night’s Sleep 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: • 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 going 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.

• 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.

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• 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 mattress should gently support all points of your body and give you enough room to move freely.

• 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.

• 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.

•A void 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 feeling tired. Try not to constantly look at the clock.

•D on’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

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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011 is a great year to travel to North Carolina. Combine your furniture shopping excursion with side trips to many popular mountain attractions. Visit www.visitnc.com for more details on 2011 activities and events scheduled throughout the state of North Carolina. Discover the natural

beauty of our state and take advantage of the incredible furniture resources available to visitors around the world.

Hickory Furniture Mart is especially proud of all the fine furniture manufacturers and quality craftsmen that call the Greater Hickory Metro Region their home.

ANNIVERSARY CLEARANCE SALE

FURNITURE FESTIVAL & CLEARANCE SALE

Dates: February 18-21, 2011 Times: Friday, Saturday & Monday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-6pm 2011 marks the 27th 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.

Dates: July 29-31, 2011 Times: Friday & Saturday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-6pm 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. You’ll also find tremendous savings and mark downs on furniture pieces inside each showroom.

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Dates: April 29-May 1, 2011 Times: F riday & Saturday, 9am-6pm Sunday, 1pm-6pm 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.

FALL AFTER MARKET SALE Dates: November 4-6, 2011 Times: Friday & Saturday, 9am-8pm (Extended Hours) Sunday, 1pm-6pm 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 sale.

The Mart will be open extended hours during this sale in order to accommodate everyone. HFM

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Pleasures to have, Largest selection of fine quality hand-knotted antique, semiantique and new rugs. Specializing in odd sizes and more.

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Treasures to keep.

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SLEEP ESSENTIALS

Surroundings That Affect Your Sleep

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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 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.

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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 your sleep patterns:

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

SHOPPING TIPS

Today Show Furniture Bargain Expert Shares Her Tips on Planning Your Trip to Hickory Furniture Mart I always tell my shopping tour members: “A successful shopping trip to Hickory Furniture Mart begins before you ever leave home, although preparation before you leave home can make your shopping trip a breeze after you arrive in Hickory.”

If possible, bring floor plans of your home. Sometimes you need to know the exact lengths of each Kimberly Causey wall and the exact placement of all windows and doors in each room.

Be sure to note the height and placement of any chair rails or wainscoting you may have. Also be sure to record the ceiling heights in each room. Don’t forget to pack a measuring tape and notepad for the trip.

Remember to bring swatches of all fabrics, trims, and rugs as well as paint chips. If you find a great deal on a sofa, you will need to be sure it will match your existing carpets, walls, and window treatments. Remember, your outlet purchases are non-returnable, so you need to be certain that your new selections won’t clash before you make your final purchases.

If you plan on purchasing fabric at the Mart for window treatments, consult with a drapery workroom to calculate the correct yardage, including allowances for repeats. A “repeat” is the length of a particular design element or print that is duplicated over and over as the fabric is unrolled. When your window treatments are made, extra fabric must be allotted to match the pattern at each seam. Your drapery workroom or seamstress will be able to tell you how many repeats are needed to allow for pattern matching.

Don’t forget to bring a digital camera to capture any furniture pieces that catch your eye. It is much easier to flip through photos on your camera to compare different furniture pieces than it is to try and remember from one store to another which styles you liked best. There is so much to choose from at the Mart that the choices can be a bit overwhelming if you are not organized.

Bring a small sampling of photos with you of styles you like. If you arrive in Hickory without a specific idea of what furniture styles appeal to you, it will be much harder to sort through all the choices after you arrive. Take some time before you leave to tear out pictures from magazines of styles that appeal to you. This is the easiest way to communicate 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com

your taste and style preference to the showroom designers throughout the Mart.

Do your research to find the best travel offers available.

Hickory Furniture Mart partners with several area hotels in order to save you money on your overnight accommodations by offering Shop & Stay packages and special Furniture Shopper Rates. There are also special showroom promotions and incentives offered throughout the year so make sure you check the Mart’s website periodically (www.hickoryfurniture. com) and connect with each showroom to find out about all future promotions.

Finally, if you are looking to save money, update your home and make some great new friends in the process, you can sign up for one of my furniture tour groups. Please visit my web site, www.smartdecorating.com for details on all upcoming Mart tour groups.

Kimberly Causey’s advice on furniture bargains has been featured on The Today Show, Money, Consumers Digest SmartMoney, Reader’s Digest, Redbook, and Woman’s Day. HFM

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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.

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) 234-9789 to set up an appointment in advance.

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 our locally-owned cafe, Grapevines, which specializes in gourmet sandwiches, salads and soups.

Wi-Fi Coffeehouse Jump start your shopping experience with a specialty coffee and a snack from the Mart’s locally-owned Wi-Fi coffeehouse.

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.

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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 64.)

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.

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.

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. www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

AMENITIES

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 flatscreen 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 the Grapevines café.

Website Check out the Mart’s 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 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com

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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 be made in advance. If you would like to check availability and schedule your appointment, contact the marketing department at (800) 462-MART.

in your dimensions and bring it with you to the Mart to make your shopping experience more efficient. Make sure you sign up as a Hickory Furniture Mart Fan on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ HickoryFurniture, find us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/hickoryfurnmart and check out our latest articles and video blogs at www.blog.hickoryfurniture.com.

Shop & Stay Hotel Packages & Furniture Shopper Rates If you are planning to spend the night in Hickory, check out the special Furniture Shopper rates and Shop & Stay packages available. The Mart has partnerships with several area hotels, which include your favorite hotel brands: Best Western, 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.

Disaster Relief Program Many of the showrooms inside Hickory Furniture Mart offer special discounts to victims of natural disasters.

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.

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Special Furniture Shopper Rates Available

(828) 323-1150

(828) 431-3000

(828) 267-2100

(828) 624-2000

(828) 328-2081

(828) 323-1000

(828) 465-7070

Look for our special Furniture Shopper rates and Shop & Stay packages under special offers at www.hickoryfurniture.com.

For reservations call 800-462-MART (6278), Monday-Saturday, 9am-6pm.

Taste Full Beans

Enjoy a comfortable break from shopping at Taste Full Beans.

Offering bakery pastries, gourmet coffee bar and specialty drinks, loose teas, Mooresville Creamery 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.tastefullbeans.com Operation Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. (extended hours during seasonal promotions)

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, slow-roasted 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.

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.

800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com

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CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS “It was at Hickory Furniture Mart where we found the lowest prices for items on our shopping list.”

Los Angeles Times “Tremendous variety and competitive pricing-great value and style.”

Ann-Marie Brush; Titusville, Florida “One stop shopping for all furniture types.”

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“Great showplace.”

Brenda Forwood; Mobile, Alabama “Extremely satisfied with the selection, prices and delivery.”

Kenneth & Sharon Francese; Grosse Pointe, Michigan “I’ve been there countless times, but I’m still enthralled every time I go.”

Kate Gladchun, Interior Designer; Detroit, Michigan “Great values are what attracted us.”

Melanie Bender; Evansville, Indiana “The Mart is a great place to shop, even without a special sale.”

Scripps Howard News Service “The salespeople have great personalities and are so knowledgeable.”

Russ & Susan Klein; Denver, North Carolina “Never a bad experience.”

Jeff & Lisa Morgan; Novi, Michigan “Friendly staff, well priced.”

Joan Pulley; Beaufort, North Carolina

“Website is very helpful.”

Stacy Bernstein; Alexandria, Virginia “Lots of inventory.”

Walter & Sandra Gregg; Destin, Florida “It was truly “one stop shopping” for a new residence.”

Gene & Barbie Williams; Charlotte, North Carolina “This is our 3rd time purchasing complete home furnishings for every room.”

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“I always look forward to my visits at Hickory Furniture Mart.”

Brad Bishop; Kingsport, Tennessee “The salespeople at Hickory Furniture Mart are knowledgeable and the education you can get here is invaluable.”

New York Times “Above all, the Mart makes shopping a breeze — there’s an internet café, a restaurant, a coffeehouse and shipping to anywhere in the world.”

Kathleen Kerr; Newsday www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS “One stop shopping and reasonable pricing.”

Jim & Cynthia Sharp; Bellbrook, Ohio “Hickory Furniture Mart is one of the most expansive manufacturers’ furniture centers open to the public in North Carolina and is one of the largest in the nation.

The Fine Furniture & Furnishing Discount Shopping Guide “A few miles east of Rock Barn Resort & Spa is one of the most amazing furniture malls you will ever see.”

Golf Digest

“Quality prices and superb customer service.”

Charles & Catherine McCarty; Davidson, North Carolina “Well organized, professional & knowledgeable sales personnel.”

Jane Bermudez; University Park, Florida “Outstanding.”

Robert & Joanne Stauffer; Willis, Virginia

“One-stop shopping.”

Andy & Susan Prude; Slidell, Louisiana “Great variety of styles.“ Mario & Charlotte Ferroni; Glen Mills, Pennsylvania “We enjoy shopping at the Furniture Mart, not only for the selection but also for the effective and personable staff.”

Jim & Ruth Kittrell; Amherst, Massachusetts

“All inclusive.”

Paula Darby; Far Hills, New Jersey “Convenient, great environment and amazing sales staff.”

Bruce & Julie Eckard; Conover, North Carolina “Just an outstanding organization!”

David & Christina Gladczak; New Berlin, Wisconsin

Just as you’re catching your breath from shopping all day, our views take it away.

“Reliable & knowledgeable.”

Ellen Farrell; Colts Neck, New Jersey “Nice, quality furniture.”

Virginia Lovell; Pensacola, Florida “Great quality.”

Diana Cavallero; Ashburn, Virginia “Excellent consolidated shopping experience”.

Lanny & Donna Julian; Bradenton, Florida “Friendly, efficient, helpful.”

Ronald & Sally Jones; Union City, Pennsylvania “Variety.”

Bobby Dotson; Boiling Springs, South Carolina

“A wonderful, fun trip for myself and my husband.”

Donald & Linda Burniac; Plymouth, Michigan “Huge, quality products.”

David & Laurie Trotter; Mooresville, North Carolina “Superb, exciting, overwhelming.”

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One night’s accommodations, $50 Grove Park Inn gift card Furniture Mart Discount Card, Furniture Mart Map Furniture Mart Buying Guide

For reservations call 800.438.5800 *SELECT DATES BEGINNING AT $199 THROUGH 12/22/11. Sunday‐Thursday only. Very limited availability.

Restrictions apply. Many dates may be higher rates; please call for current rate information. Rates subject to change without notice. Pricing based on double occupancy. Package price does not include state and local taxes. All package components should be reserved at time of reservation to ensure availability. No refunds will be made for unused package components. Furniture Mart discount card offers discounts to select vendors.

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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 321N – 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 Howards Restaurant and Brew Works — Dine in a real wine barrel! Hickory’s first and only brewpub.

Traditional pub fare with a local flare and several vegetarian options will tempt and please. Enjoy a local beer or choose from over 170 different bottles — a world tour! Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-midnight, Sun. Noon–10 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 white & green restaurant with barrels in the window.

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Josh’s on Union Square — Want to be a part of an exciting casual dining experience? Look no further than Josh’s on Union Square in historic downtown Hickory. Chef Josh will prepare some of your most favorite traditional southern comfort dishes, with a twist of course, which will make it one of your most unique dining experiences. Come enjoy the soft tones of our dining area along with historical pictures of day’s gone by. Not to forget there’s plenty of southern hospitality to go around. Come and be a part of the best of both culinary delights, fine dining and comfort food with an exciting casual dining atmosphere at a value for all. 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.

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 Barrel.

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 near Cracker Barrel.

Olde German Schnitzel Haus — Experience authentic German Cuisine at its finest! Offering specials which compliment each of the four seasons. Menu includes a variety of schnitzels and so many more homemade entrees for you to try. Round out your dining experience with a Black Forest Cake or Applestrudel with Vanilla Sauce alongside one of our imported coffees – all deserts are made from scratch daily! Over 25 German Beers and Wines also available. Hours: Open for Lunch Tues.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; Open for Dinner Tues., Wed., Thurs. 4:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. and Fri. & Sat. 4:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Reservations Preferred. 828-325-0800. 403 Hwy 70 SW. www.oldgermanschnitzelhaus. com. Directions from Mart to restaurant: Turn Left onto Hwy 70. Drive 3.1 miles, restaurant is on the Left.

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Lunch: Sun.-Fri. Dinner: Sun.-Thurs.

Fri.-Sat.

11:30am-2pm 5:00-9:30pm 5:00-10:30pm

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AREA DINING Olde Hickory Tap Room — Hickory locals’ favorite independent restaurant and pub.

Serving excellent steaks, fish, traditional pub fare and much more, all prepared from scratch daily.

Featuring the finest and largest spirits selection in the 4 state region and 20 craft beers on tap, showcasing beers from the award winning local “Olde Hickory Brewery.” Open 365 days a year.

Downtown 222 Union Square. Hours: Mon.-Sun. 11 a.m-2 a.m. 828-322-1965. www.twitter.com/ hickorytaproom. 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.

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. 828324-2005. 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 and turn right on 10th Ave NE. Youssef 242 is on the left. From the Mart, it is approximately 5 miles in distance.

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.-2 p.m. each Sunday.

Crowne Plaza, 1385 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.

Tripps — Specializing in outstanding hand-cut certified Angus beef steaks, including the 22 oz. bone-in ribeye. We also offer a variety of seafood options including the seafood feast, specialty salads, pastas, sandwiches and desserts featuring cheesecake from the Carnegie Deli in NY. Great food, outstanding hospitality, and full service bar all served in a casual relaxed atmosphere. Come in for our daily food and drink specials. We offer call-ahead seating for your convenience. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Also join us for Sunday Brunch. Our brunch was voted Best Brunch in Hickory for 2010. Located at 1187 Lenoir-Rhyne Boulevard; exit 125 off I-40.

Directions from Mart to restaurant: Left on Hwy 70, 5th light turn right onto Lenoir-Rhyne Blvd. Cross over I-40. Located on right before Hendrick Motors BMW. 828-324-4400.

800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com

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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.

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COURTESY OF REFLECTIONS HOME FURNISHINGS/AMERICAN 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 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 velvetlike 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

Furniture Styles F

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.

Asian: Sometimes called Oriental, showcases cultures of prominent Eastern countries. Uses carved wooden designs

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with hand-painted details or simplistic, clean lines with low styling.

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.

Contemporary: Clean, simple and controlled; utility featured; frequently makes use of chrome, brass-plate, glass, wood, veneers, lacquers, laminates, plastic and leather.

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.

Modern: Broad category of unique designs not imitative of classic tradition; simple, easy to maintain, functional.

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.

Shabby Chic: Somewhat rustic, woods painted using a distressed, aged look. Casual, comfortable upholstery; overstuffed or slipcovered designs.

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.

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.

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

A Professional Interior Designer Shares Tips for Shopping at Hickory Furniture Mart

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henever 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.

• A lways pick up the newest issue of the Kate Gladchun Mart’s Buying Guide. I check the direc- Interior Designer, Detroit, Michigan tory and scan for any new galleries or outlets that may have opened since my last visit.

• Be sure to pick up the most recent HFM floorplan (also available at the entrance desk) to determine where your shopping adventure will begin.

• Take a walk through the entire Mart first to get the lay of the land before you begin your serious shopping. 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.

• To help your mind stay organized, determine your route. Are you going to (1) visit all of the outlets first and then move onto the other showrooms? (2) Start at the fourth level and work your way down? (3) Start at the first level and work your way up? I prefer the first choice, but if it’s your first visit to the Mart, you might want to understand the layout and choose the second or third option to make things a bit easier.

• Be sure to place a small check mark and make any necessary notations next to the name of each showroom you visit on the map. This will help avoid the confusion later of wondering if you have already visited a specific showroom or where you fell in love with that perfect red sofa!

• Make a note of where you can stop for a snack or a meal.

This will be important as the day progresses! You’ll definitely need a break to collect your thoughts and review your options so far.

In the first phase of my shopping excursion, I try to follow these steps: • I usually scour the outlets for special deals and look for any off-the-floor specials in all the other 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.

• You have to determine whether or not a certain piece of furniture will be a good buy at the price that is being offered.

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Consider whether or not you will need to change the fabric or decide if it will work “as is.” 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. Think about using a piece as is and paint the wood or even the fabric!

• 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.

The second phase of the 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. 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.

Here’s a list of essentials to take with you on your shopping trip: Floor plans Camera Tape measure Comfortable shoes Lightweight totebag Color samples of your painted walls Fabric swatches from other furniture you own Fabric swatches for reupholstering a new piece Floor plans of your project Photographs of the rooms you are furnishing A sweater or sweatshirt — room temperatures can vary throughout the building on different levels Switch from a purse to a fanny pack — one less thing draped over your shoulder Keep an open attitude and a sense of adventure!

Based on these strategies and tips, I am confident that you will have a successful shopping experience and receive exceptional values every time you shop at Hickory Furniture Mart. HFM HFM | 47

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At Rock Barn Golf and Spa, we simply took heaven and put 36 holes in it.

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FURNITURE TRENDS

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.

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 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.”

There are also some regional preferences, such as metropolitan classic design from people living in New York and other large cosmopolitan cities and lighter colors in fabrics 800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com

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from Florida customers. Leather furniture still has a very broad appeal, because people buy it to fit their lifestyles.

Leather is very family friendly and holds up well for families with children and dogs. When it comes to 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) inside 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 | 49

WOOD

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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 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

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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

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UPHOLSTERED FURNITURE

Upholstered Furniture Arm Pad: Padded portion of the wooden arm of a chair, which serves as an armrest.

Arm Rail: The curved horizontal part of a chair that is continuous across the back and arms.

Attached-Back Sofa: A pillow treatment that cannot be removed.

Barrel Back: A chair or sofa with arms and a back forming continuous curve.

Batting: Padding used to wrap springs or foam slabs before stuffing them into the cushions. Quilted polyester often is used.

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.

Camel Back: A chair back with the top rail curved up at the center. Also a curvedback sofa with a hump in the center.

Channel Back: Type of chair or sofa back with rows of vertical tufting.

Chesterfield: A large, overstuffed sofa with closed arms that are usually rollover arms of the same height as the back.

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.

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.

Hand-Tied: The process by which singlecoil springs are hand-tied 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.

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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, down, then return to meet the sides of a chair/sofa and 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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The Ultimate Destination for Furniture Shoppers N estled in North Carolina’s foothills, barely an hour from some of the nation’s most beautiful mountain scenery and the idyllic Yadkin Valley wine region, is the town of Hickory — long a center for America’s furniture industry.

It’s not off the beaten path — Interstate 40 runs right through it — making Hickory and its world-famous Hickory Furniture Mart easily accessible from any point in the U.S. Exit the interstate in Hickory and you may discover the fellow pumping gas into his pickup beside you is a skilled woodworker whose intricate carvings grace furniture in Manhattan penthouses, spacious second homes in Florida, and comfortable, stylish homes in Michigan and Ohio. It just may be that the hospitable, unassuming soul who

gives you directions to the Furniture Mart knows more about producing the finishes on fine furniture than anyone else in the world.

When you visit Hickory, you are in the heart of furniture country where generations of North Carolinians know the trade. Hickory Furniture Mart, with nearly 100 factory outlets, stores and galleries representing 1,000 of the world’s most popular furniture manufacturers, has become the primary destination for countless shoppers around the world.

Sales personnel know their business and are respectful of customers. Once greeted, you are left alone to look.

No pressure. No rush. Questions are answered completely. Special requirements, such as fabrics and

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Talk to a variety of shoppers at Hickory Furniture Mart and you will hear a thousand different stories about how they made their way to Hickory, North Carolina to buy their furniture.

Most will tell you that it was a careful decision based on the Mart’s unmatched reputation, vast selection, tremendous quality and invaluable resources available on-site. They will probably also tell you that they heard it was the ultimate destination for furniture shoppers. HFM

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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.

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.

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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

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options, parents can create a look together with their child in their custom youth area that is truly unique and lasts for years.

Lea Industries (also known as La-Z-Boy Kidz), offers a wide assortment of styles with a broad selection of specialized, functional designs for today’s active kids. Their newest Nickelodeon Rooms collection allows kids to be really creative in how they personalize the place where they sleep, play and hang out. Interchangeable panels ensure that this line will offer many years of fun and entertainment. Girls can change from Dora the Explorer to Simply Bob and boys can go from Diego to Classic Bob and back again. And as the child outgrows the desire to share the bedroom with his or her Nickelodeon friends, the panels can be removed and replaced, leaving a clean, simple all-white furniture.

Several other manufacturers inside Hickory Furniture Mart offer youth selections in many different varieties and styles.

Just let your salesperson know inside each showroom that you are looking for youth furniture designs and they will be happy to show you everything they have available. HFM

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f you’re looking for that perfect piece of furniture for your infant, toddler or teenager, you’ll be amazed at the variety of youth selections now available inside Hickory Furniture Mart.

When choosing youth furniture, it’s important to select pieces that adapt throughout the many stages of your child’s life. You’ll want them to still love their furniture selections even into their teenage years.

Always choose a piece of furniture that is durable and made of solid, quality construction. Many parents are opting for furniture with a slightly distressed finish so it doesn’t show as much wear and tear throughout the years. If you’re looking for items such as a crib (with or without an option to convert it into a youth bed), changing table, high-back rocker, glider rocker, bunk-bed, twin bed, full bed, dresser with mirror, chest, activity table, or a variety of fun accessories to include in your child’s room, you’ll find truly unique options available inside the Mart.

Young America by Stanley is 100 percent made-in-the-USA and a premium youth furniture line, which is an industry leader in safety, style, and color choices. With dozens of paint and stain

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Kirsch Kodiak Kravet Fabrics

Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Southern Designs 3 Comfort Zone by Hickory Park 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 National Home Furnishings Center 1 Resource Design 3 Interior Details, Inc. 3 Southern Designs 3 Southern Designs 3 Southern Designs 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 John-Richard Furniture and Accessories 4 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Resource Design 3 Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Sleep to Live Gallery by Good’s 1 Home Furnishings Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Resource Design 3

828-261-4776 828-328-8855 828-326-9224 828-322-7000 828-324-7110 828-322-3161 877-598-3545 828-328-8855 828-328-8855 828-328-8855 828-322-7000 828-261-4776 828-855-2785 828-322-3532 828-327-8485 828-322-7000 828-322-4440 828-322-3161 828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-261-4776 828-322-4440 828-261-4776 828-322-3471 828-322-3471

LaBarge Lane Lane Action Lane Venture Lane Venture Laura Ashley Fabrics Laura Ashley

Hickory Outlet Center Comfort Zone by Hickory Park Comfort Zone by Hickory Park Hickory Outlet Center Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park Resource Design Hickory Park Furniture Galleries

828-256-0003 828-326-9224 828-326-9224 828-256-0003 828-322-9445 828-322-3161 828-322-4440

COURTESY OF HICKORY FURNITURE MART/8-WAY HAND TIED CRAFTSMANSHIP BY VANGUARD FURNITURE

MANUFACTURER LINE

1 3 3 1 3 3 3

828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-322-3161

www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

MANUFACTURERS’ LISTING MANUFACTURER LINE

STORE / GALLERY

LEVEL

Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Southern Designs 3 La-Z-Boy Gallery by Hickory Park 4 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Southern Designs 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Hickory Outlet Center 1 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Resource Design 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Leather and More 4 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 La-Z-Boy Gallery by Hickory Park 4 Southern Designs 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Interior Details, Inc. 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 La-Z-Boy Gallery by Hickory Park 4 Resource Design 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Southern Designs 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Interior Details, Inc. 3 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Hickory Outlet Center 1 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Resource Design 3 Designing Women 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3

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828-327-8485 828-328-8855 828-322-4440 828-322-3471 828-328-8855 828-327-8485 828-256-0003 828-261-4776 828-327-8485 828-322-3161 828-322-4440 828-324-0668 828-322-4440 828-322-4440 828-328-8855 828-322-3471 828-322-3471 877-598-3545 828-327-8485 828-322-4440 828-322-3161 828-322-3471 828-322-9445 828-322-7000 828-328-8855 828-322-7000 828-261-4776 877-598-3545 828-322-3532 828-256-0003 828-322-4440 828-322-3161 828-234-9789 828-322-4440

MANUFACTURER LINE

STORE / GALLERY

Marshfield Martin’s Wood Products Masterfield Maxwell McKay Table Pads McKay Table Pads McKinley Leather McKinley Leather McNeilly Champion Meyda Tiffany Michael Amini Michael Duval Interiors Michaels Textiles Mikhail Darafeev Millcraft Mitchell Gold

Mobel Monarch Furniture

Motif Designs Motioncraft Murray Feiss Natural Light Natuzzi NDI New River Newport Cabinet Nina Campbell Nisely Cabinet Nobilis NOMI Norbar Fabrics Nouveau Concepts

Southern Designs 3 828-328-8855 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 828-261-4776 Southern Designs 3 828-328-8855 Resource Design 3 828-322-3161 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 828-322-7000 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 828-322-3471 Hickory Outlet Center 1 828-256-0003 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 828-322-4440 Southern Designs 3 828-328-8855 Southern Designs 3 828-328-8855 National Home Furnishings Center 1 828-324-7110 Interior Details, Inc. 3 877-598-3545 Resource Design 3 828-322-3161 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 828-322-4440 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 828-261-4776 Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams 1 828-261-0051 Factory Outlet Southern Designs 3 828-328-8855 Century Furniture Showroom & 4 828-328-4519 Factory Outlet Resource Design 3 828-322-3161 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 828-322-3471 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 828-322-4440 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 828-322-4440 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 828-327-8485 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 828-322-3471 Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park 3 828-322-9445 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 828-322-4440 Resource Design 3 828-322-3161 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 828-261-4776 Resource Design 3 828-322-3161 Interior Details, Inc. 3 877-598-3545 Resource Design 3 828-322-3161 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 828-327-8485

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COURTESY OF HICKORY FURNITURE MART/UPHOLSTERY CRAFTSMANSHIP BY SOUTHERN FURNITURE COMPANY

Lazar La-Z-Boy Kidz La-Z-Boy Lazy Susan Lea Leather Mart Leathercraft Leathercraft LeatherTrend Lee Jofa Legacy Classics Legacy Leather Legends Legends Leisters Lexington Lighting Enterprises Lightstyles Lighting Ligna Furniture Ligo Lillian August Fabrics Linwood Lloyd Flanders Lorts Lt. Moses Willard Lamps Luna Bella MacKenzie Dow Magnolia Design Studio Magnussen Maitland-Smith Majestic Manuel Canovas Marge Carson Mark Roberts

800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com

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LEVEL

Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Southern Designs 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 National Home Furnishings Center 1 Southern Designs 3 Southern Designs 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Resource Design 3 Leather and More 4 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Unique Oriental Rugs 4 Ziba Oriental Rugs 4 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Resource Design 3 Hooker Furniture Outlet Plus 4 Southern Designs 3 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Resource Design 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 National Home Furnishings Center 1 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 John Richard Furniture and Accessories 4 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Resource Design 3 Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Southern Designs 3 National Home Furnishings Center 1 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Resource Design 3 Vanguard Furniture Factory Outlet 4

by Good’s Home Furnishings Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 3 Century Furniture Showroom 4 & Factory Outlet Century Furniture Showroom 4 & Factory Outlet Interior Details, Inc. 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Resource Design 3 Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Resource Design 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4

PHONE

828-327-8485 828-327-8485 828-328-8855 828-261-4776 828-322-3532 828-324-7110 828-328-8855 828-328-8855 828-322-4440 828-322-4440 828-322-3471 828-322-3161 828-324-0668 828-322-4440 828-267-0808 828-326-0749 828-327-8485 828-322-3161 828-855-2950 828-328-8855 828-322-3532 828-322-3161 828-261-4776 828-322-4440 828-324-7110 828-322-4440 828-322-4440 828-855-2785 828-322-3471 828-322-3161 828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-261-4776 828-322-3471 828-328-8855 828-324-7110 828-322-3532 828-322-4440 828-322-3161 828-322-3471

MANUFACTURER LINE

Richard Bernard Richwood Rijline Riverside Riverwood Casual Rizzy Rugs Robert Abbey Robert Allen Fabrics Robin Bruce Rockledge Design Studio Ronald Redding Rose Cummings Rowe S Harris Sadek Sam Moore Sam Moore Samarcand Samuel Lawrence Office Furniture Sanderson Sarreid, Ltd Scalamandré Schnadig Schumacher Seabrook Sealy Mattress Sealy Mattress

STORE / GALLERY

LEVEL

PHONE

Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Southern Designs 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Hickory Outlet Center 1 Resource Design 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Resource Design 3 Resource Design 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Hooker Furniture Outlet Plus 4 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Resource Design 3

828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-328-8855 828-322-4440 828-322-9445 828-322-4440 828-256-0003 828-322-3161 828-322-4440 828-327-8485 828-322-3161 828-322-3161 828-322-4440 828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-855-2950 828-322-3471 828-322-3161

Flexsteel Signature Gallery Resource Design Hickory Outlet Center Resource Design National Home Furnishings Center Resource Design Resource Design National Home Furnishings Center Southern Designs

828-322-3532 828-322-3161 828-256-0003 828-322-3161 828-324-7110 828-322-3161 828-322-3161 828-324-7110 828-328-8855

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COURTESY OF HICKORY FURNITURE MART/LEATHER UPHOLSTERY CRAFTSMANSHIP BY AMERICAN CLASSICS

MANUFACTURER LINE

Nova Lighting Nuevo Living Null Oakland Wood Ohio Table Pad Ohio Table Pad Ohio Table Pad Oklahoma Casting Old Biscayne Old Hickory Tannery Old World Designs Old World Weavers Omnia Orient Express Oriental Rugs Oriental Rugs Oriental Weavers Osborne & Little Overnight Sofa Ozark Lodge P & P Chair P Collins P.G. Dunn Paladin Palliser Paragon Pictures Parker Southern Paul Robert Paula Deen by Universal Payne Fabrics Peachtree Fabrics Penns Creek Penwood Pennsylvania House Peters-Revington Philip Reinisch Curios Philip Reinisch Picture Galleries Pindler & Pindler Pine Cone Hill Bedding

Port Eliot Powell Precedent Pride Sasser Accessories

Pride Sasser Furniture

Prism Faux Finishes Progressive Furniture Pulaski Quadrille Ralph Lauren Fabrics Raymond’s Lodge Regina Andrews Resin Solutions Restonic Mattress

828-322-7000 828-322-3532 828-322-3471 828-328-4519 828-328-4519 877-598-3545 828-327-8485 828-322-3532 828-322-3161 828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-322-4440 828-322-3161 828-322-7000 www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

MANUFACTURERS’ LISTING MANUFACTURER LINE

Sedgefield Seven Seas by Hooker Seven Seas Shadow Mountain Shady Hill Holtz Shaw Rugs Sherrill Signature Wall Units Silk Dynasty Sligh Smith Novelty SofaTrend Soicher-Marin South Cone Southampton Southern Furniture Southern Lights Southern Living Southwood Spring Air Spring Air Stanford Stanford Stanley Stanley Young America Star International Steinworld Stone County Ironworks Stone International Stout Stressless Stroheim & Romann Stylecraft Lamps Sunrise Superior Superior Swaim T. S. Berry Tapastria Tapestries Ltd Taylor King Taylor Linens Teamson Temple That Place The Custom Shoppe The Finial Company The Steel Creek Group Theodore Alexander Thibaut Wallcovering & Fabrics Thomasville Timmerman Tom Seely Trailways Travers Tree Crowns Craftsman

STORE / GALLERY

LEVEL

PHONE

Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Hooker Furniture Outlet Plus 4 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 3 National Home Furnishings Center 1 Resource Design 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Southern Designs 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Leather and More 4 Southern Designs 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 3 Bassett Showcase Gallery by Hickory Park 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 Hickory Outlet Center 1 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Southern Designs 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Resource Design 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Resource Design 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Southern Designs 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Resource Design 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Southern Designs 3 Comfort Zone by Hickory Park 3 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Southern Designs 3 Resource Design 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 3

828-322-7000 828-855-2950 828-322-3471 828-322-4440 828-261-4776 828-322-3532 828-322-3471 828-324-7110 828-322-3161 828-322-3471 828-328-8855 828-327-8485 828-322-4440 828-322-4440 828-322-3471 828-322-7000 828-324-0668 828-328-8855 828-322-3471 828-322-4440 828-322-4440 828-256-0003 828-322-7000 828-322-3471 828-322-3471 828-327-8485 828-322-7000 828-328-8855 828-327-8485 828-322-3161 828-327-8485 828-322-3161 828-322-3471 828-322-3532 828-322-7000 828-328-8855 828-322-4440 828-322-3532 828-322-3161 828-322-3471 828-322-3471 828-322-3471 828-328-8855 828-326-9224 828-322-3532 828-328-8855 828-322-3161 828-322-3471 828-322-3471

Resource Design Good’s Home Furnishings Hickory Park Furniture Galleries Southern Designs Amish Oak & Cherry Resource Design Amish Oak & Cherry

828-322-3161 828-322-3471 828-322-4440 828-328-8855 828-261-4776 828-322-3161 828-261-4776

800-462-MART • www.hickoryfurniture.com

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MANUFACTURER LINE

Tree Factory Treemaster Trica Trims Unlimited Tropitone Turning House Twigs Two Day Designs U.S. Furniture UltDivan Ultra Comfort Lift & Recliner Chairs Unique Oriental Rugs United Designs Universal Uttermost Uttermost Uttermost Uttermost Valley Furniture Valley View Van Luit Van Teal Vanguard Furniture

Vanguard Furniture Vaughan Verandah Home Vernella Vervain Villageois Vineyard Visions in Stained Glass Waverly Fabrics Wendover Art Group Wesco Wesley Allen Wesley Hall Westgate Westmoreland Whitecraft Whittemore-Sherrill Wildcat Territory Winners Only Woodard Woodbridge

Wooden Toy Shop Wynwood Y & T Woodcraft Young America by Stanley Ziba Oriental Rugs Ziba Rugs Zimmerman (Jeff) Zocalo Zoffany

STORE / GALLERY

LEVEL

PHONE

Southern Designs 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Resource Design 3 Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 UltDivan for the Home 2

828-328-8855 828-322-3471 828-327-8485 828-322-3161 828-322-9445 828-322-3471 828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-261-4776 828-322-3711

Southern Designs 3 Unique Oriental Rugs & More by David 4 Southern Designs 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Flexsteel Signature Gallery 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Resource Design 3 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Vanguard Furniture Factory Outlet 4

by Good’s Home Furnishings Good’s Home Furnishings 3 National Home Furnishings Center 1 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 National Home Furnishings Center 1 Interior Details, Inc. 3 Resource Design 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Resource Design 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 2 Hickory Outlet Center 1 Resource Design 3 Southern Designs 3 Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park 3 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Reflections Home Furnishings 3 Hickory Park Furniture Galleries 3 Seasons Outdoor Gallery by Hickory Park 3 Century Furniture Showroom & Factory Outlet 4 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Southern Style Fine Furniture 4 Amish Oak & Cherry 2 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 Ziba Oriental Rugs 4 Good’s Home Furnishings 2 & 3 Southern Designs 3 Leather and More 4 Resource Design 3

828-328-8855 828-267-0808 828-328-8855 828-322-3471 828-322-4440 828-322-3532 828-322-3471 828-327-8485 828-261-4776 828-261-4776 828-322-3161 828-327-8485 828.322.3471 828-322-3471 828-324-7110 828-322-3471 828-261-4776 828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-324-7110 877-598-3545 828-322-3161 828-322-3471 828-322-3161 828-322-4440 828-256-0003 828-322-3161 828-328-8855 828-322-9445 828-322-3471 828-327-8485 828-322-4440 828-322-9445 828-328-4519 828-261-4776 828-322-7000 828-261-4776 828-322-3471 828-326-0749 828-322-3471 828-328-8855 828-324-0668 828-322-3161

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SHIPPING

Shipping Your Furniture Home Safely W

COURTESY OF CENTURY FURNITURE SHOWROOM & FACTORY OUTLET/ CENTURY FURNITURE

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 64 |

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to ship first, and which may be delivered at a later date.

If your merchandise needs to be stored for a longer period of time, please discuss this with Finishing Touch Freight Services so 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 800-874-6486. HFM Contributed by Finishing Touch Freight Services www.hickoryfurniture.com • 800-462-MART

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A group of quality North Carolina furniture manufacturers have joined together in one showroom to offer their Market samples, closeouts, overruns and discontinued items to the public at “factory direct to you” prices.

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