Corporate Social Responsibility

Eco-Conscious consumer buying home furnishings
Ted Metas
The Rise of the Eco-Conscious Consumer

Who is the Eco-Conscious Consumer? The eco-conscious consumer shopping for mattresses and home furnishings began emerging in the 1980s and 1990s. This group became increasingly conscious of the potentially harmful chemicals used in these products and started seeking healthier, non-toxic alternatives. During this time, most mass merchants, chains, and big-box

Organic Mattress by Naturepedic
Naturepedic
Driving Sales with Certified Organic Products: A Retailer’s Guide

Join the trend towards healthier bedding options! Consumers are increasingly seeking organic products and mattresses, moving away from traditional materials. Learn how to successfully expand your product line to include organic mattress offerings and boost sales in this growing market. When introducing healthier products, certified organic mattresses and bedding are

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LoopDeco
Maximizing Customer Loyalty Through Furniture Removal Practices

Customer loyalty is a big deal since it affects your business growth rate, sales numbers, and much more. Furniture retailers are constantly looking for ways to increase customer loyalty. Many do this through rewards programs, financing options, discounts or sales, and great customer service. While these common methods can help,

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Ted Metas
Mattress Recycling: Why Should We Care 

One of the keys to improving the furniture industry’s carbon footprint is the issue of mattress recycling in the United States. This is arguably one of the home furnishings industry’s most important, misunderstood, and overlooked environmental issues. It is estimated that, in 2025, approximately 20 million mattresses will be disposed of,

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The Barnabas Furniture Bank
Furniture Banks: Recycling Furniture and Restoring Lives

Picture this: It’s a happy day. You just got the keys to your new apartment after years of experiencing housing insecurity. First and last month’s rent, deposits, utilities, and basic necessities such as food leave you with little money to spend on furniture, so the door closes on an empty

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Home Furnishings Association
Beyond Sofas: A CSR Strategy Can Build Your Brand & Boost Sales

In retail furniture, standing out from the competition is essential. While quality and design have always been critical, today’s consumers are looking for more—they care deeply about the social impact of the companies they support. This is where Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) comes into play. CSR isn’t just a buzzword;

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Setlog
How Supply Chain Transparency & Technology are Making the Furniture Industry Greener

Lately, sustainability is all the rage in the furniture world. Manufacturers feel pressure to innovate as more consumers demand eco-friendly and ethically produced items. Technology plays a crucial role here, especially technologies that enhance the visibility of the supply chain. This blog post focuses on how enhancing supply chain transparency,

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Home Furnishings Association
The Benefits of a CSR Program: How 3 Retailers Are Making a Positive Impact

In an era where businesses are no longer solely judged by their bottom line, corporate social responsibility (CSR) has become a critical aspect of modern commerce. For home furnishings businesses, having a CSR program is an ethical imperative and a strategic choice that can engage employees, attract customers, and benefit

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Maggie Ellison
5 Ways to Demonstrate Your Brand’s Social Responsibility 

Are you aware of your surroundings? In tune with movements, trends, and fads? Understanding of the dynamic shift of generational mindsets? Giving back in big ways? Sharing your commitment to good? Consumers practically demand brands to share a deep compassion for the community they serve. In a world of increasing

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ProtectALL
Company Culture Is Your Invisible Metric

The Home Furnishings retail landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, presenting new and exciting challenges. Successful companies harness the power of their organization’s distinct vision, mission, purpose, and values to fortify their identity, inspire their employees, and deliver on their brand promise to their valued customers. Company Culture emerges

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