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Furniture Warranties: What Does it Really Cover?

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

WARRANTIES ADD VALUE to any purchase. The bigger the price tag, the more valuable warranties become. In general manufacturers are expected to stand behind their products. Any manufacturer worth purchasing from will offer protection for a period of time that covers manufacturer’s defects. When purchasing products that have multiple components like furniture it is important to understand that multiple…

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How to Safely Clean Your Furniture

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

Today more than ever it is important that surfaces are well cleaned & sanitized. Seating, storage, bedroom and dining furniture represent the majority of surface areas in any facility. With its frequent use and high visibility, furniture is likely the most important focus of cleaning efforts. And, let’s be honest, furniture is an investment so…

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Now Is the Time to Enhance Safe Spaces for Patients

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

Demand for behavioral healthcare likely will continue to climb as a result of the coronavirus crisis, but concerns about the safety of health facilities have given pause to many people as they consider pursuing treatment. There never has been a better time for your organization to establish a fully functioning culture of safety. In organizations…

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See How Easily You Can Transform Your Camp with Furniture!

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

In recent months, members of our Furniture Concepts team have had the privilege of attending some of the premier national and regional summer camp conferences.  Conferences like the CCCA National Conference and the ACA National and Regional Conferences gather the leadership of many of the country’s most successful camp and conference centers.  Administrators we have spoken to have been teeming with…

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Smart Furniture Choices Promote Sustainability

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

The effort to promote eco-conscious living often neglects to incorporate smart decisions about the furniture we use every day. Making responsible choices about these essential products can make a world of difference for your immediate environment and for the planet. Sustainable furniture uses materials with low environmental impact and employs an enduring design. Moreover, furniture with durable construction will…

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INTERIOR DESIGN IDEAS for Your Group Environment Facility!

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

There is great truth to the adage “the difference is in the details.”Even an untrained eye can intuitively identify a well-designed space. What Makes Good Design? There are many factors but perhaps most important are the details.The coordination of fabrics, Furniture style and accessories that makes a space inviting but maintains the practical objective of the room. For specialized facilities…

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Wood versus Metal Furniture: Which is better for Bedbug Prevention?

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

As bed bug infestations have become more typical in the U.S., a debate has sprung forth over whether wood or metal furniture is a better deterrent to bedbugs. -On the one hand,metal advocates argue that the natural graining of wood creates more spaces for bed bugs to nest. -On the other hand, believers of wood furniture point out that bed bugs…

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Make Behavioral Health Common Areas Inviting and Safe.

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

Common spaces in healthcare facilities have undergone a major transformation, driven by a desire to establish a more  welcoming experience for patients. In behavioral health and addiction treatment centers, the effort to create a healing and aesthetically pleasing environment also must maintain a focus on safety.Open concept community spaces can serve multiple functions — enhancing…

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IS THERE REALLY FREE SHIPPING for Your Furniture?

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

In today’s cut-throat business environment the lure of free shipping can be enticing. Having the ability to see bottom-line pricing without additional fees like shipping and delivery is, let’s face it, satisfying! The reality is that there is really no such thing as “free” shipping.  With ever increasing fuel and transportation costs, shipping has become…

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Ligature-Resistant Furniture Meets Patient, Accreditor Requirements

By Al Harlow | August 23, 2021

A patient’s decision to enter a treatment facility comes with a great deal of anxiety for patient and family alike. One of the most important ways you can reassure these individuals is by demonstrating you have taken every step to create a safe healing environment. Ligature-resistant furniture becomes a must in this effort. Because national suicide rates…

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