Lighting has a big effect on how you feel in your home. The effect may be more subtle than paint color or furniture but it makes the difference between a lackluster space and a lively one.

And besides setting the mood, the right light fixtures act as decorative and functional elements; completing a room while ensuring you can read your book without a flashlight.

We met up with Cindy, our Store Manager in Middleton, to get her advice on lighting your home.

Having pets, kids, or a combination of both may lead to a bit of concern when it comes to your upholstered furniture. The key is to be prepared and choose a fabric that will hold up to claws, stains, and general wear and tear.

So, what upholstery is best in these scenarios? There are multiple factors, and it depends on what you're looking for, but high-performing, stain-resistant fabrics are a great place to start.

Buying a sofa is different than buying a hardwood table where, for the most part, you can see what you’re getting in terms of quality. A sofa is a little trickier—it may look beautiful but ultimately be low-quality and uncomfortable.

Even in the case of super cozy sofas, if they aren’t constructed well, they’re not going to last. High-quality furniture is a long-term investment. And when it comes to something you’re going to sit on every day, you want to make sure you’re making the best choice possible.

So, you’re ordering furniture online. What should you consider? What should you avoid? We talked to Gary, our Director of Sales to get all his expert tips on ordering online.

From making the purchase to the day it arrives at your house, here’s what you need to know.

Your second home, whether it's a rustic cabin or a breezy oceanside cottage, is an opportunity to curate a relaxing space. It should be a true escape. And we want to help you choose the right pieces to curate a style you love.

We spoke to our talented team of designers in the Pembroke showroom to get all of their tips on furnishing a summer home.  

Like everyone else, we’ve been stuck in our homes trying to make the best of a not-so-great situation. And what happens when you put a bunch of creative types into quarantine? We get creative!

Our team has been using this time to make our homes the most comforting they possibly can be. From planting herbs to painting walls—it doesn’t take much to refresh your space and make your home a place you love to be in.

Here’s what we’ve been up to during this time.

With the world at a stand-still for the past few months, we’ve all been spending much more (if not all) our time in our homes.

That extra time may have brought to light some issues in your homes that you want to remedy –whether it’s an entire renovation or one room you’re focusing on.

And the truth is, there’s no better time to think a little more deeply about your space and what you want from it.