Archive for May, 2010


Friday, May 28th, 2010

Features of durable living room furniture

durable living room furnitureThink you can’t have beautiful furniture just because you have beautiful—but boisterous—children? Think again! Kids can coexist with a beautiful home!

The type of cover you choose for your furniture is very important. Many fabrics come with anti-stain features or treatments to protect against spills and stains.  Microfiber repels moisture remarkably and comes in a dazzling array of colors and suede like finishes. Genuine leather can also be an excellent choice because of its durability and strength. Many leather finishes have a naturally distressed look that won’t show wear and tear over a period of time.  A sofa with a washable slipcover sofa also protects your investment during the messy years.

Clean ability should be high on your list of considerations, right up there with durability.  Sooner or later, your kids are going to jump on your furniture—it’s practically guaranteed! Quality construction using strong frames and high-density cushions can stand up to typical roughhousing. Rearrange your furniture periodically to make sure all pieces are sharing the love—and the rassling!

Visit your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee to see how beautiful furniture from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Collection meets your family’s needs.

Sunday, May 23rd, 2010

Picking the design of your sofa

S1040Now that you have picked out what style of sofa best suits your family needs, it is time to think about the design you are looking for. This doesn’t mean color, pattern, or fabric but more so what type of features you want on your sofa.

When deciding on what features you want in the sofa you are buying from your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee, you need to understand how they will complement your personal design aesthetic.

Feet: The first question asked here is whether or not you want your feet to be exposed. If the answer to that question is yes, then you need to decide what type of feet you want. If you room is formal or contemporary, then you should lean in the direction of wooden feet. Modern styled sofas usually come with feet made of metals or other mixed materials.

Skirt: If you decide that you don’t want your feet to show, then deciding on what type of skirt you want around the base of your sofa is your next decision. Casual and traditional styled sofas most of the time have skirts hiding the feet. Different types of skirts include pleated, gathered and tailored, and matching or contrasting fabric patterns.

Arms: Arms can be high, low, wide, narrow, curved, or straight. Depending on how high your end tables will be, the height of the arms and width can play a crucial role in how comfortable the sofa is.

Back: If you have chosen to go the wrought of a more stylish sofa, then tight-back sofas are probably in your future. These offer clean lines that will fit a more contemporary styled room. Big fluffy pillowed type backs or more for your casual sofas.

Pillow and Cushions: Sofas are usually designed to have one to three cushions. One being the entire length of the sofa while two or three are designed to sit one person each. These cushions can come attached are loose and many times are available in different fabrics or colors.

Next week we will continue with the size, fabric, and comfort of sofas and how they will complete your rooms design.

Visit your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee to shop our vast selection of affordable, durable and beautiful furniture from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Collection

Sunday, May 16th, 2010

Setting up a tranquil room

tranquil roomAt the end of a long day or when life stresses you out, you need a place for peace and quiet. With some creativity and a little help from your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee, you can create a room in your home where relaxation will always be waiting for you. Follow these steps to creating your own tranquil area:

  1. Choose a room in your home with the least amount of distractions. A lightly trafficked area is best, like a bedroom or home office.
  2. Bring something personal to the space, like a photo of a loved one, a candle, flower, or a favorite memento.
  3. Keep the color scheme simple. An all-white room or a monochrome scheme is soothing.
  4. A comfortable chair is key. Make sure you can put your head back, your feet up and your arms are positioned comfortably. Drape a blanket over the back for a spontaneous nap.
  5. Stimulate your senses with sounds and smells. Light scented candles and place a table top waterfall nearby. Soothing music plays an important role in achieving tranquility.

Create a personal and uncluttered place that inspires rest, relaxation and rejuvenation. Visit your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee for the items you need to find peace in your home.

Sunday, May 9th, 2010

How to buy that perfect sofa

how to buy a sofaSome of your most precious moments will occur in your living room. Whether it’s or that once a year sporting event, Christmas morning, or your child’s first step, your living room will be the crucial point of many memories you will hold dear. The centerpiece of this very important room is the sofa. Your sofa will be one of the most significant pieces of furniture you own. The sofa needs to fit the everyday life of your family and be a place where you want to relax and enjoy each other’s company.

When deciding on what sofa to buy from your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee, you need to understand the different types of sofas so you can decide which one best suits your family.

Styles of Sofas

Standard: The standard sofa is typically the most common of the sofa family. It generally seats about three adults and is a stationary piece of furniture.

Motion: Perfect for laying back and watching a ball game or movie with the family, motion sofas have built in recliners or rockers. This will give you a place to kick back and relax after long day.

Sectional: For families who tend to host a lot of parties or have a larger living room sectional sofas are usually the better choice. The larger sectionals usually come in a L or U shape and are perfect for having conversations.

Loveseat: The loveseat is much like its companion the sofa except for the fact that it is a bit smaller and can generally only seat about two adults. A loveseat is a perfect complement to any sofa and can provide extra need seating space.

Sleeper: If you are prone to having many overnight guests for holidays are other events, then a sleeper sofa is a must have. Sleeper sofas have a built in bed frame that pulls out from underneath the seat cushions.

Next week we will continue with the different designs of sofas and how they will compliment your design style.

Visit your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee to shop our vast selection of affordable, durable and beautiful furniture from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Collection.

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Blue is the new black for 2010

turquoise5Sprint 2010 is here and with that comes a forecast of bright and vibrant colors!  Gone are the days of pale sea blues and aqua’s. Strong intense blues like peacock, teal, and royal are making their ways into homes across America.  However, the pantone color of this very bright season is turquoise.  Bright colors are known to stimulate moods and can have a great affect over them. Blue’s are known for providing tranquility and freshness, giving any room a sense of well being. Bright blues will just emphasize those feelings making your room a place everyone will want to be.

When purchasing larger ticket items like a sofa or dining table from your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee, we tend to lean to the side of being safe.    This means browns and beiges will most likely be the color of your furniture purchases. These neutral colors can be given some spirit by accenting them with bright colors. A turquoise throw pillow or lamp will add style and energy to the room.

Bright colored accent pieces can also be easy on your budget and be easily replaced in the changing seasons. You probably will not want bright turquoise colored throw pillows during Christmas time, so going bright on small accent pieces can give you the luxury of changing the style of your room easily and affordably.

Visit your local PMD Furniture Direct™ franchisee to shop our vast selection of affordable, durable and beautiful furniture from the Royal Heritage Home Furnishings® Collection.