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Which is Better for Large and Tall people? LaZBoy or Craftmaster?

Which is Better for Large and Tall people? LaZBoy or Craftmaster?

With both Craftmaster and LaZBoy the seat cushions will wear out quickly when used frequently by someone weighing 250 lbs. or more.
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Does Wayfair's "No Commercial Warranty" label mean they are selling furniture with no warranty at all?

Does Wayfair's "No Commercial Warranty" label mean they are selling furniture with no warranty at all?

Wayfair's "No Commercial Warranty" label does not provide any less protection for consumers.
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Is Mayo Furniture Good Quality?

Is Mayo Furniture Good Quality?

Good quality coil spring cushions can double the sofa's lifespan and comfort compared with standard foam/fiber cushions.
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How do I clean my dirty sofa?

How do I clean my dirty sofa?

Cleaning codes have been around for nearly 100 years. They are very general and do not indicate the best way to clean specific fabrics or specific stains.
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Why Can't Sofas Last Forever?

Why Can't Sofas Last Forever?

Over the past decade, there has been a decline in the accepted standards for top of the line furniture products.
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What is the density of sofa foam?

What is the density of sofa foam?

Foam cushion lifespan is determined by density, thickness and surface area.
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50% - 75% Off Mattress Sales - Real or Scams?

50% - 75% Off Mattress Sales - Real or Scams?

All mattress discounts of 50% off or more are phony.
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Is Ethan Allen a high quality company?

Is Ethan Allen a high quality company?

I can understand Ethan Allen's reluctance to compete in the reclining sofa and sectional niche of the furniture marketplace.
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How durable is my reclining sofa fake leather fabric?

How durable is my reclining sofa fake leather fabric?

The new 100% synthetic composite faux leathers have not been around long enough to test long term durability, but they should be far better than the bonded leathers.
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How did IKEA transform the furniture industry?

How did IKEA transform the furniture industry?

IKEA was the first company to conceive of home furnishings as a lifestyle, rather than as individual stand-alone products.
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Are expensive mattresses worth the extra cost?

Are expensive mattresses worth the extra cost?

Higher mattress prices do not guarantee higher mattress quality.
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How can I protect my new furniture design from being copied?

How can I protect my new furniture design from being copied?

It is almost impossible for an individual designer or inventor to protect a furniture design.
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