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| Main picture on website - Large Pillowback Sofa |
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| Knole Sofa - Black & Chrome with supporting Tassles |
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| Original sketch for Supplier |
Sunday 26 August 2012
Sandringham Collection
My latest collection for CSL. CSL is a major high street furniture retailer. I design for one of it's few suppliers. They are progressive and willing to try out new ideas. This Tradtional collection is brand new for 2012. Like the way you can rotate the sofas on CSL's website.
Thursday 23 August 2012
Country House Style
- Traditional Country House Style in Solid Wood Painted & Antique Finish.
- SAVE MONEY- 2 & 4 Chair Sets available. Ideal for that small Dining Room or Kitchen.
- Compact Drop Leaf Dining Table is 90cm x 90 x 77cms in Sage or Buttermilk Painted Finish.
- Folded Table reduces in width to 52cms.
- Solid Windsor Dining Chairs are 46 x 49 x 94cms. Seat height 46cms, in Sage or Buttermilk Painted Finish.
- Table requires assembly.
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty from Wilkinson Furniture who supply luxurious quality products at affordable prices.
- FREE HOME DELIVERY. With larger items our 2 Person Delivery Team will place in the room of your choice.
Monday 20 August 2012
Top Tip of the Day
Colour
Colour - Make it warm & cosy.
Hot colours associated with fire and warmth are Red, Orange and Brown.
AVOID using Red in a child's bedroom or living room, as it can be too stimulating.
AVOID using Orange in small dark rooms.
AVOID using too much Brown without an accent colour - it will feel flat and depressing.
Color - Make it fresh & airy.
Energising colours are Yellow, Sky Blue and Green.
AVOID using Yellow in the bedroom, as they don't encourage a restful mood. Too much can be over stimulating.
AVOID using Blue in the dining room as it can feel a bit chilly and unwelcoming.
Green is an easy going shade, it can be used antwhere.
Colour - Make it calm & relaxing.
Lilac, Pink, Pale Blue and Stone which are soft and subtle and create harmony and relaxation.
AVOID using Lilac as it reflects a lot of light and can appear insipid or even sickly if used in sunny rooms or over large areas.
AVOID using Pink as it can appear sickly in a warm light.
AVOID using Plae Blue as it might appear too cold and unwelcomimg.
AVOID using Stone in busy active areas such as kitchen diners or hallways as it can leave you feeling lethargic.
Colour - Make it mysterious and dramatic.
Purple, Chocolate, Teal and Black evoke a strong sense of drama and emotion.
AVOID using Purple as too much may become overpowering.
AVOID using Chocolate and very small rooms with a lot of natural light.
AVOID using Teal in large areas - it's best used in small amounts.
AVOID using Black as too much will be overpowering.
Colour - Make it warm & cosy.
Hot colours associated with fire and warmth are Red, Orange and Brown.
AVOID using Red in a child's bedroom or living room, as it can be too stimulating.
AVOID using Orange in small dark rooms.
AVOID using too much Brown without an accent colour - it will feel flat and depressing.
Color - Make it fresh & airy.
Energising colours are Yellow, Sky Blue and Green.
AVOID using Yellow in the bedroom, as they don't encourage a restful mood. Too much can be over stimulating.
AVOID using Blue in the dining room as it can feel a bit chilly and unwelcoming.
Green is an easy going shade, it can be used antwhere.
Colour - Make it calm & relaxing.
Lilac, Pink, Pale Blue and Stone which are soft and subtle and create harmony and relaxation.
AVOID using Lilac as it reflects a lot of light and can appear insipid or even sickly if used in sunny rooms or over large areas.
AVOID using Pink as it can appear sickly in a warm light.
AVOID using Plae Blue as it might appear too cold and unwelcomimg.
AVOID using Stone in busy active areas such as kitchen diners or hallways as it can leave you feeling lethargic.
Colour - Make it mysterious and dramatic.
Purple, Chocolate, Teal and Black evoke a strong sense of drama and emotion.
AVOID using Purple as too much may become overpowering.
AVOID using Chocolate and very small rooms with a lot of natural light.
AVOID using Teal in large areas - it's best used in small amounts.
AVOID using Black as too much will be overpowering.
Thursday 16 August 2012
Wilkinson Furniture - Chairs
We are pleased to announce the addition of Wilkinson Furniture as a supplier.
Their Mission Statement:
"We are committed to providing our clients with a service that is above expectations and supplying affordable, market leading products, which satisfy their needs.”
Their Mission Statement:
"We are committed to providing our clients with a service that is above expectations and supplying affordable, market leading products, which satisfy their needs.”
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| Vintage Armchair Collection in Antique Tan & Chocolate Brown |
Tuesday 14 August 2012
The Games
A lot of praise and credit has gone to the thousands of volunteers and rightly so, but are there any thanks for the TORCHBEARERS! The BBC in it's final tribute has forgotten them.
Monday 13 August 2012
Top Tip of the Day
Upholstery questions
What should I consider before I buy ?
How many people do you need to seat?
How much space do you have and can you accept large items?
The style of room being furnished
How many people do you need to seat ?
Our upholstery comes in four widths and will comfortably seat one to four people
Arm chair (1 person) or a Snuggler Chair (1-2 people)
Small or 2 seater sofa (1-2 people)
Large or 3 seater sofa (2-3 people)
Corner Sofa or Chaise end Sofa (3-4 people)
What should I consider before I buy ?
How many people do you need to seat?
How much space do you have and can you accept large items?
The style of room being furnished
How many people do you need to seat ?
Our upholstery comes in four widths and will comfortably seat one to four people
Arm chair (1 person) or a Snuggler Chair (1-2 people)
Small or 2 seater sofa (1-2 people)
Large or 3 seater sofa (2-3 people)
Corner Sofa or Chaise end Sofa (3-4 people)
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| Carlo - Large & Small Sofas |
Sunday 12 August 2012
NEXT HOME
I must congratulate NEXT HOME stores.
On visiting one of their stores last week, I was so impressed with the quality and style of display.
Colours were muted on the display stands in sympathy with the items they were selling.
Their furniture is young, bright and bold, designed and displayed and tested at their design HQ in Leicestershire first.
Not surprising that their group results are £600m profits.
Other retailers take note, that design is everything.
Comments please.
Friday 10 August 2012
PCI Security Standards Council
Sofa & Home Limited are compliant with the PCI DSS Standard. Certificate of Compliance Number: 037A-9720-D445-260B.
PCI security standards are technical and operational requirements set by the PCI Security Standards Council to protect cardholder data.
The standards apply to all organizations that store, process or transmit cardholder data.
The Council is responsible for managing security standards, while compliance with the PCI set of standards enforced by the founding members
of the Council, American Express, Discover Financial, JCB International, Mastercard Worldwide and Visa Inc.
PCI security standards are technical and operational requirements set by the PCI Security Standards Council to protect cardholder data.
The standards apply to all organizations that store, process or transmit cardholder data.
The Council is responsible for managing security standards, while compliance with the PCI set of standards enforced by the founding members
of the Council, American Express, Discover Financial, JCB International, Mastercard Worldwide and Visa Inc.
Wednesday 8 August 2012
Top Tip of the Day
How to clean Chrome Furniture
Soap and water. Sounds too good to be true. But oftentimes, if the need to clean chrome isn't bad, this is all you need.
If soap and water didn't quite do the trick? You may need to move on to something a little stronger.
Continue to use your soft rag, but this time use vinegar as a chrome cleaner.
Because White vinegar is slightly acidic, it works well for taking tarnish off of chrome.
Just remember to use different parts of the rag as you go along so you're always using a clean section.
If you need a little extra umph, sprinkle a little baking soda on the vinegar-dampened rag.
Soap and water. Sounds too good to be true. But oftentimes, if the need to clean chrome isn't bad, this is all you need.
If soap and water didn't quite do the trick? You may need to move on to something a little stronger.
Continue to use your soft rag, but this time use vinegar as a chrome cleaner.
Because White vinegar is slightly acidic, it works well for taking tarnish off of chrome.
Just remember to use different parts of the rag as you go along so you're always using a clean section.
If you need a little extra umph, sprinkle a little baking soda on the vinegar-dampened rag.
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| Crosley Dining Table & Matching Coffee Table, Lamp Table & Console |
Tuesday 7 August 2012
Top Tip of the Day
Cushion Fillings.
Foam/fibre wrap - foam is sandwiched between layers of hollow fibre. Low maintainance and initially firm, foam furniture softens with use and will become softer over the fisrst couple of months of use, after which it shouldn't soften any more.
This gives a softer look and feel to the sofa or chair. Cushions need to be plumped and turned occasionally.
Fibre filled - pocketed fibre in a calico casing which is hypoallergenic and gives furniture a softer more relaxed feel. It's light and resilient and needs very little maintenance other than an occasional plump, mostly used in back cushions.
Foam/fibre wrap - foam is sandwiched between layers of hollow fibre. Low maintainance and initially firm, foam furniture softens with use and will become softer over the fisrst couple of months of use, after which it shouldn't soften any more.
This gives a softer look and feel to the sofa or chair. Cushions need to be plumped and turned occasionally.
Fibre filled - pocketed fibre in a calico casing which is hypoallergenic and gives furniture a softer more relaxed feel. It's light and resilient and needs very little maintenance other than an occasional plump, mostly used in back cushions.
See the new Q-Bed Hideaway Guest BedMonday 6 August 2012
Top Tip of the Day
Creating the illusion of space
A small room needn't stop you creating a bright and airy space to relax in.
There are simple interior design 'tricks' that you can use to create the impression of extra space and light.
A light and bright colour scheme can really open up a room. If white is too much for you, go warmer with creams, or other pastels.
These will all act to bounce light around the space. Cleverly placed mirrors are doubly useful. Not only do they reflect huge amounts of light, they can appear to push the walls out on which they are hanging.
Glass tables create that transparent look which looks fab.
The impression of extra height in the room can be created by keeping the ceiling very plain and very white.
Low upholstery can also enhance space. Try a Cuddler Chair (oversized chair) instead of a sofa, very cozy and compact.
Vertical striped wallpaper can also draw the eye upwards and away from the walls, whilst horizontal stripes will have the opposite effect.
A small room needn't stop you creating a bright and airy space to relax in.
There are simple interior design 'tricks' that you can use to create the impression of extra space and light.
A light and bright colour scheme can really open up a room. If white is too much for you, go warmer with creams, or other pastels.
These will all act to bounce light around the space. Cleverly placed mirrors are doubly useful. Not only do they reflect huge amounts of light, they can appear to push the walls out on which they are hanging.
Glass tables create that transparent look which looks fab.
The impression of extra height in the room can be created by keeping the ceiling very plain and very white.
Low upholstery can also enhance space. Try a Cuddler Chair (oversized chair) instead of a sofa, very cozy and compact.
Vertical striped wallpaper can also draw the eye upwards and away from the walls, whilst horizontal stripes will have the opposite effect.
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| Fiocco Occasional Table - note shape to hold newspapers & magazines |
Friday 3 August 2012
Top Tip of the Day
Memory Foam Mattresses
Memory foam is polyurethane with additional chemicals increasing its viscosity and density. It is often referred to as "visco-elastic" polyurethane foam, or low-resilience polyurethane foam.
Higher-density memory foam softens in reaction to body heat, allowing it to mold to a warm body in a few minutes.
A lower-density memory foam is pressure-sensitive and molds quickly to the shape of a body pressing against it, returning to its original shape once the pressure is removed.
Faster speed of recovery of a foam to its original shape after a weight is removed is sometimes claimed as an advantage by memory-foam mattress producers.
A memory foam mattress is usually denser than other foam mattresses, making it both more supportive, and heavier. Memory foam mattresses are often sold for higher prices than traditional mattresses.
Memory Foam BedsMemory foam is polyurethane with additional chemicals increasing its viscosity and density. It is often referred to as "visco-elastic" polyurethane foam, or low-resilience polyurethane foam.
Higher-density memory foam softens in reaction to body heat, allowing it to mold to a warm body in a few minutes.
A lower-density memory foam is pressure-sensitive and molds quickly to the shape of a body pressing against it, returning to its original shape once the pressure is removed.
Faster speed of recovery of a foam to its original shape after a weight is removed is sometimes claimed as an advantage by memory-foam mattress producers.
A memory foam mattress is usually denser than other foam mattresses, making it both more supportive, and heavier. Memory foam mattresses are often sold for higher prices than traditional mattresses.
Thursday 2 August 2012
Offer - Bentley Leather Executive Office Chair
- Stylish High Back Leather Faced Executive Chair with a generously proportioned seat.
- Quality 'Soft Feel' Cream Leather.
- Contemporary Padded Armrests for additional user comfort.
- Co-ordinated stitching to Seat & Back.
- Heavy Duty Satin Finish 5 Star Base with twin wheel hooded castors.
- Fully reclining tilt mechanism, adjustable for individual body weight in the upright position - including Knee Tilt.
- Lockable gas operated lift, tested to 154kg / 25 Stones.
- Seat height from 48 - 60cms.
- High Inside back height 79cms.
- Pronounced lumbar & headrest support.
- Requires basic assembly. Fully Boxed.
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty. Alphason Designs comply with Britsh Standards for Strength, Flammability & Stability.
- FREE HOME DELIVERY.
- To Register for an additional 12 months Free Warranty from the Manufacturer contact Sofa & Home for details.
- AUGUST OFFER
Offer - Houston Leather Executive Office Chair
- Stylish Leather Faced High Back Executive Chair. Choice of Black or Cream Leather.
- Contemporary chrome armrests with leather pads for additional user comfort.
- Ideal for Desks & Computer Workstations.
- Heavy Duty Polished Chrome 5 Star Base with twin wheel hooded castors.
- Fully reclining tilt mechanism, adjustable for individual body weight in the upright position.
- Lockable gas operated lift, tested to 154kg / 25 Stones.
- Seat height from 48 - 58cms.
- High Inside back height 67cms.
- Pronounced lunbar & headrest support.
- Requires basic assembly. Fully Boxed.
- Desk shown is the BUTLER HOME OFFICE DESK.
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty. Alphason Designs comply with Britsh Standards for Strength, Flammability & Stability.
- FREE HOME DELIVERY.
- To Register for an additional 12 months Free Warranty from the Manufacturer contact Sofa & Home for details.
- AUGUST OFFER - BLACK ONLY
Offer - Portland Executive Office Chair
- Full Back Fabric Executive Office Chair with Adjustable Height Armrests.
- Ideal for Desks & Computer Workstations.
- Designer Black Nylon Mesh backrest.
- Generously proportioned seat with posture curvature to side and pronounced waterfall front.
- Heavy Duty Alloy 5 Star Base for stability, with twin wheel hooded castors.
- Fully reclining tilt mechanism, tension control, adjustable for individual body weight in the upright position.
- Lockable Heavy Duty gas operated lift. Seat height from 46 - 55cms.
- Adjustable Lumbar Support & Headrest, Inside back height from 65 - 85cms.
- Armrests included for additional support.
- Requires basic assembly. Fully Boxed.
- 1 Year Manufacturer's Warranty. Alphason Designs comply with Britsh Standards for Strength, Flammability & Stability.
- FREE HOME DELIVERY.
- To Register for an additional 12 months Free Warranty from the Manufacturer contact Sofa & Home for details.
- AUGUST OFFER
Top Tip of the Day
Useful Tabs - Accessibility
Press F11 when using your Internet Browser to make it full screen. Press again to return to your existing size.
Press F5 to refresh your Internet browser, for example when opening a news channel, refresh to see the up to date text and pictures.
Press Ctrl & P to print something.
When in your Internet Brower, if the page is very long, Press Home to get you to the top of the page. Press End to get you to the bottom of the page.
Press Ctrl & S to save something.
Internet Browser meaning: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome etc.
Press F11 when using your Internet Browser to make it full screen. Press again to return to your existing size.
Press F5 to refresh your Internet browser, for example when opening a news channel, refresh to see the up to date text and pictures.
Press Ctrl & P to print something.
When in your Internet Brower, if the page is very long, Press Home to get you to the top of the page. Press End to get you to the bottom of the page.
Press Ctrl & S to save something.
Internet Browser meaning: Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome etc.
Wednesday 1 August 2012
Top Tip of the Day
Safety advice for Recliners and Reclining Furniture.
To prevent cuts and lacerations, do not put your hands or fingers under the mechanism to operate the chair. Only the occupant should operate the chair, and never attempt to open the chair by pulling on the footrest.
Sit down in the chair slowly. To avoid tip-over, do not throw your weight against the back of the chair. Move the chair into the reclining position slowly, making sure that no children or pets are in close proximity.
Do not allow children to play on or around a recliner, particularly if it is in an open position.
Close the recliner completely before getting out of it.
Never sit on the footrest when it is open, or allow children to do so.
To eliminate the risk of tip-over, do not sit on the arms or footrest of the recliner.
Only one adult should sit in a recliner at a time.
Watch for pets who may choose to lie down underneath the chair.
When moving your recliner, be sure it is completely closed. Pick the chair up by the arms; never pick up the chair from underneath.
Be sure the chair is constructed so there is no more than 5 inches opening between the seat and the leg rest to eliminate the possibility of a child becoming trapped in the opening.
To prevent cuts and lacerations, do not put your hands or fingers under the mechanism to operate the chair. Only the occupant should operate the chair, and never attempt to open the chair by pulling on the footrest.
Sit down in the chair slowly. To avoid tip-over, do not throw your weight against the back of the chair. Move the chair into the reclining position slowly, making sure that no children or pets are in close proximity.
Do not allow children to play on or around a recliner, particularly if it is in an open position.
Close the recliner completely before getting out of it.
Never sit on the footrest when it is open, or allow children to do so.
To eliminate the risk of tip-over, do not sit on the arms or footrest of the recliner.
Only one adult should sit in a recliner at a time.
Watch for pets who may choose to lie down underneath the chair.
When moving your recliner, be sure it is completely closed. Pick the chair up by the arms; never pick up the chair from underneath.
Be sure the chair is constructed so there is no more than 5 inches opening between the seat and the leg rest to eliminate the possibility of a child becoming trapped in the opening.
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