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Memorial Day Furniture Sales: Deal or No Deal?
May 24, 2013
Memorial Day kicks off summer and lots of furniture sales. So if you’re thinking of adding a piece or two (or three) to your home, know this: not all sales are created equal. Read the circulars. May and June are great times to buy recliners (Happy Father’s Day) as well as mattresses and box springs [...]
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Falling in Love with Furniture
October 30, 2012
The wedding is over. Honeymoon bags unpacked. Even the thank you notes are written. For many newlyweds, this is when they look around and realize that they have an empty house and no furniture to sit on or store their wedding gifts in. Facing an empty house can be intimidating, but it’s important to remember [...]
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Is It Time?
October 23, 2012
We spend hours in our beds every day, but don’t often think about when it’s time for a new sleeping environment. So how do you know when it’s time to replace a mattress or pillow? The answer isn’t always obvious, especially considering that every mattress and pillow is different and it depends on how and [...]
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Before and After: Our Customers Love Guardsman
October 16, 2012
It’s no secret here at Furniture Therapy that we’re big fans of our very own Furniture Protection Plan and we LOVE hearing from customers who feel the same way! Check out what some of our recent customers are saying: “I burned my husband’s two week old blue leather chair with a light bulb. I felt [...]
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Question to Ask When Shopping for Furniture
September 25, 2012
For most of us, furniture is a major investment in our homes and long-term commitment. With big bucks and your comfort for years to come on the line, it’s important to be thoughtful when shopping. Think about these five questions to ask yourself and your sales associate when shopping for furniture: Ask Yourself – How [...]
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Fabric and Leather Summer Recovery
September 18, 2012
The lazy days of summer have passed and we all seem to be getting back into a routine. When we get back to our “regular” schedules, it’s a great time to take a step back and assess the damage of the crazy summer. So how did your furniture fare with kids at home for three [...]
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Scratch That: Repairing Wood Scratches
August 30, 2012
Whether it’s regularly dropping keys on a shelf by the door or an unwieldy serving utensil on the dining room table, our wood furniture endures some serious wear and tear. But fret not, a scratch doesn’t have to ruin your furniture! There are some simple tips and products available from Guardsman to conceal even the worst damage. [...]
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Ask the Pro: 10 Ways to Use the Ultimate Dusting Cloth
August 21, 2012
Question: I love my Ultimate Dusting Cloth, but are there other places I can use it besides on my wood furniture? Answer: The Guardsman Ultimate Dusting Cloth is a great tool to use regularly on your furniture to keep dust at bay, but the uses for this reusable cloth are nearly endless. Here are a [...]
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Before and After – A Guardsman Makeover
August 14, 2012
When Guardsman asked consumers to share a story about their favorite piece of furniture and promise to care for it in the same way they’d care for other things they love, as part of the “Stop Cleaning. Start Caring™.” campaign launched in March 2012, hundreds of furniture enthusiasts submitted their photos and stories with the [...]
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Protecting Your New Furniture
August 10, 2012
For most of us, furniture is a major investment in our home. The harsh reality is, we do a lot of living on our furniture which can cause messes and damage. You may not realize it, but there are plans to help you protect your furniture investment. What are Furniture Protection Plans? Nothing gives you [...]