Friday, June 27, 2008

Ashley Furniture











Ashley has benefited from the influx of imported product out of Asia, becoming the fastest-growing furniture company in the U.S. It is still a lower-end resource, but never has "low-end" been better designed and better produced. Ashley is well worth a look for any consumer on a tight budget because it is a significant value. (Not everyone agrees. Click here for some dissenting viewpoints.)
Baker Furniture CompanyOne of the best. At the very least, one of the top five producers of fine wood and upholstered furniture in the United States. Very expensive, but worth every dollar. Collectable, and surely one of tomorrow's heirlooms.
Bassett Furniture CompanyModest but honest value. Good starter furniture or perfect for kids' rooms and vacation homes. One of the largest domestic producers of case goods and upholstery.
Bernhardt Furniture CompanyA wonderful line of impressive fine wood product. Their approach to finishes has always baffled me a bit as it seems they work hard to produce muted, opaque finishes while I prefer clearer, transparent finishes--a minor point when the line is considered in toto. Absolutely one of the better lines in the United States.
Broyhill Furniture CompanyGood values, a well-priced, nicely styled line. Don't hesitate to give it a good look. Carried by many large chains.
Century Furniture CompanyCertainly one of the top 10 producers of fine wood furniture and upholstery in the U.S. Beautifully styled and beautifully finished, a line to look for when considering the best.

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