Archive for June, 2009

Danbury Dining Set

Great dining sets help you create a warm and inviting space for your family, friends, and yourself. The kitchen and dining room are two of the most important rooms in any house and is often where the important work of being a family takes place. For meals, coffee breaks, homework, drinks with friends – the dining room table is indispensible. The variety of styles can be staggering: cozy country, sleek modern, fresh contemporary, wood, metal, chairs or barstools…the choices go on and on. How do you know which dining set is right for you and your needs?

If you like clean lines and a beautiful mix of textures and materials, the Danbury Dining Set is for you. The classic Athena round dining table features a crystalline beveled glass top supported by a metal frame. While providing plenty of room for meals, the glass top also gives the Danbury a modern flair and mixes well with any décor. Four chairs round out the set and mirror the table’s lines and curves. Finished in beautiful autumn rust, the chairs provide a traditional flavor for a bit of contrast. This set would look wonderful with additional bistro or pub stools for more seating options – versatility is the hallmark of the Danbury. In the kitchen or dining room, the Danbury is a perfect fit.

The Danbury Dining Set was designed by Pastel Furniture, one of the most original and exciting manufacturers of dining room and kitchen furniture. From bar and bistro stools to baker’s racks, Pastel uses the best materials and designs to produce pieces that not only stand the test of time, but give you the best value for your money.

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Grand View Swivel Bar Stool

Aren’t you secretly jealous of your friends who have beautiful in-home bars? Those great bar stools? The atmosphere of a neighborhood bar without the distractions? You too can have this feeling right in your own home with your own set of quality bar stools. From classic wood bar stools to cozy bistro stools, you can easily achieve a fun, fresh look that fits with your décor. And now you can be the ones your friends envy.

The Grand View Swivel Bar Stool evokes the feeling of a bar you can sit in, listen to great live music, and sip an ice-cold drink. Casual and comfortable yet sophisticated, the Grand View is perfect for a variety of homes and settings. Available in 26 inch and 30 inch heights, you can find the right fit for you. The 26 inch to fit better under islands or even at the dining room table or the 30 inch for that incomparable swivel stool experience – the choice is yours. Grand View bar stools are finished in dark Russet Cordovan with Stallion Brown seat upholstery, for a rich, decadent feel. An excellent addition to any casual dining set or home bar.

The Grand View is a great piece from Pastel Furniture. Pastel uses high quality materials and painstaking care to make each product the very best for your home. Customized hand painting, a five step Powder Coat Process, and superior design make Pastel contemporary bar stools, pub sets, dining sets, and accessories wonderful fits for your home.

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Sloppy Joe’s, Captain Tony’s, and the Fight for Hemingway’s Barstool

Where did Papa Hemingway refuel after long days of fishing and writing in Key West? Owners of both Sloppy Joe’s Bar and Captain Tony’s Saloon claim to be the favored watering hole for the Pulitzer and Nobel Prize winner. Was it Sloppy Joe’s, an up-scale bar which rakes in $10 million in profits each year from thirsty tourists? Or is it Captain Tony’s, a drinker’s bar with no pretensions to décor, no food, and no umbrellas in the drinks? Which bar stools did Hemingway sit on?

In Hemingway’s time, Prohibition led enterprising individuals to run profitable, and illegal, side businesses. Joe Russell, one such businessman, met Hemingway when the writer came looking for some good Scotch. It was, they say, the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Through name changes and an impromptu move down the block, Hemingway wiled away the hours on Sloppy Joe’s wood bar stools, even modeling a character in To Have and Have Not after his friend, fishing companion, and drinking buddy, Joe Russell.

Not so, claims the former owner of Captain Tony’s Saloon, Tony Tarracino. The original Sloppy Joe’s was run by Joe Russell, yes, but in the building where Captain Tony’s is now – a former city morgue, no less. Tony himself is quite the character – on the run from the mob in New Jersey, he came to Key West. Another fishing buddy of Hemingway, Tony claims his counter stools were the ones Hemingway drank his Scotch and mojitos. Who is right? Who is the “original” Sloppy Joe’s? Ernest Hemingway wrote, “I know now that there is no one thing that is true – it is all true.” So whether he drank at one, the other, or more likely, both bars, doesn’t really matter. If in Key West, do what Hemingway would do: grab a drink from both and go fishing.

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Baxter Swivel Bar Stool- Fun and Sassy

Bar stools aren’t just for bars anymore. With a wide array of great choices, from fun contemporary to traditional wood bar stools, you can easily find sets that compliment your décor and fit easily within your space. Great for home bars and game rooms, they also offer convenient seating for kitchens, patios, and dining rooms. As versatile as they are fun, bar stools are a good investment because they can be used in so many places. Getting more casual seating for guests or creating a fun bar at home is as easy as finding the perfect stools.

The Baxter Swivel Bar Stool is a great choice for those who want a relaxed, casual atmosphere that also adds a bit of elegance. In your choice of 26 or 30 inch heights, the Baxter features a wood frame with a classic black finish. A faux leather seat offers superb comfort and sophistication at an affordable price. The backrest has a fun checkerboard pattern that adds to the décor of any room. Many would say the best feature is the 360 degree swivel seat. To get that authentic bar feel, a swivel seat is invaluable. And fun! Great for drinks or dinner, these wood bar stools are convenient and beautiful.

The Baxter is part of Hillsdale Furniture’s line of outstanding bar stools, which have been gracing homes since 1994. In addition, Hillsdale offers a variety of quality home furnishings, including adult and children’s bedroom furniture, dining sets, and bars. For wonderful quality, diversity, and style, choose Hillsdale.

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Memory Foam Mattresses – Better Sleep Thanks to NASA

When astronauts lift off, it takes an incredible amount of force to launch them out of the Earth’s atmosphere. Without proper gear, the body can’t withstand this force, so NASA sought to create a material that could cushion the impact for astronauts. The result: memory foam. This revolutionary product created a pressure-free place for the astronauts during lift-off. NASA’s innovation is good news for you too. Now everyone can have the benefit of pressure-less mattresses without leaving Earth.

Memory foam mattresses are made of “open celled” material – air is allowed to travel between the cells. When you lie down, the material compresses, relieving pressure on the joints. It creates a feeling that you are floating, and you spend far less time tossing and turning. Another reason why these mattresses are so popular is that they are sensitive to your temperature. After you have been on memory foam for a few moments, it softens where the most amount of pressure is. You feel like the mattress has just melted into you, creating even greater comfort. This is a mattress that responds to your needs and does not force your body to adjust to it. Memory foam also reduces dust mites and allergens by up to ninety percent, which helps reduce asthma and allergy symptoms. The memory foam mattress is the most popular alternative to those with innersprings – so among all choices, how can you be sure you are getting the best mattress for the best night’s sleep?

Density matters. Experts say that to get the best comfort and the advantages of memory foam, you need a density of between 5.3 and 5.9. (Density refers to how much one cubed foot of that particular foam weighs). If it is higher, it will not respond as well to your body. If it is lower, it is mostly air. Lower density foams are more air than foam and do not provide support or relieve pressure as the high quality foams do. Make sure that the mattress you purchase has at least three inches of memory foam on the top layer. If it offers less, then you will not be given pressure-less sleep. It is worth paying a bit more for higher quality because you will not have to replace the mattress as soon and you will have far better sleep quality. When shopping for a memory foam mattress, make sure to look for models with a twenty year warranty – this ensures the best quality. Also, don’t be afraid to test out every one! It needs to feel right to you and meet your body’s needs

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Lilly Bar Stool- Bring Traditional Style to Your Home

Creating the atmosphere of a fashionable bar has never been easier. The Lilly Bar Stool is a great way to make your home bar into an extraordinary setting for entertaining friends, having intimate drinks, or even eating dinner. The Lilly is a gorgeous, rich piece that features classic leather accents against a dark mahogany finish. Hand-carving on the elegant backrest, lush leather; the Lilly is an elegant treat and one of the best wood bar stools on the market. The 360 degree swivel seat is covered in sumptuous and stylish black leather. Extremely comfortable, the Lilly Bar Stool is great for both traditional and modern decors, effortlessly creating a stellar atmosphere in your home.

Why have your own bar stools? Besides being a perfect compliment to your home bar, they are very versatile. Bar stools can be used in the kitchen at the counter or island, providing more casual seating. They can be used outdoors during summer parties, in game rooms, or at dining room tables. Not only that, everyone loves sitting in a comfortable bar stool, and young and old cannot resist giving it a little swivel now and then. Besides the sophisticated Lilly Bar Stool, you can find a wide variety of styles and designs that are sure to meet your needs, from contemporary metal to traditional wood bar stools.

Hillsdale Furniture, proud creator of the Lilly, is also quite pleased to bring you a full line of home furnishings. From beautiful contemporary bedroom sets to outstanding bars and buffets, Hillsdale always used the finest materials and incorporates innovative design into each and every piece. You can be sure of two things with Hillsdale: you will get great value, and your home will look amazing.

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Manhattan Tall Platform Storage Bed- Extreme Space Saving Bed

Are you a “place for everything, and everything in its place” type of person? Do you want to be? Do you need to be because you have limited space? For all the organizational types and those who need to cut down on clutter, platform storage beds are the ideal solution. You don’t have to sacrifice precious closet space or par down your shoe collection. Instead, use the handy, space-saving drawers of a storage bed for extra linens and bedding, sweaters, seasonal clothing, and more. When you combine the convenience of storage with the low-profile design of platform beds, you have a perfect centerpiece for a clutter-free room.

Sleek design, space-saving convenience: what else could you expect from a bed called the Manhattan? The Manhattan Tall Platform Storage Bed is superbly designed to make the most of your space, which is especially important for those who have small rooms. Platform beds eliminate the need for a box spring, creating a stream-lined, modern look. The Manhattan wastes no space. The platform houses spacious drawers – six on twin models and twelve on full and queen models. Besides being convenient, this storage space is also out of the way and out of sight. You don’t have to sacrifice your décor for storage. In a lush espresso finish, the Manhattan works perfectly with a huge variety of decors. Add a Manhattan nightstand and dresser for a complete set. By itself or with accompanying pieces, convenience never looked so good.

The Manhattan is designed by Prepac Furniture, which offers a great array of affordable bedroom furniture. Innovative designs make Prepac a welcome addition to any home, and the price ensures that you can have great quality, beautiful furniture within your budget.

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Norwood Round Dining Set

Meals eaten at gorgeous dining room sets seem to taste better; lunch on trendy bistro stools are more fun; a cup of coffee with friends is more relaxing; desserts are more delicious. Great sets add a hominess that is hard to beat. You can achieve a variety of looks by choosing the right dining room set: complete a cozy country kitchen with a traditional wooden set or keep your edgy look with a modern metal one. When deciding which is right for you, consider materials, style, durability, and of course, price.

The Norwood Round Dining Set is a perfect choice for those looking for sophistication, versatility, and quality. The table features a four foot diameter round top, providing plenty of room for four people. The beautiful top is supported by a pedestal stand finished with a contemporary distressed black finish. The accompanying four chairs are black with a hammered copper plate on the backrest. A twisted rope band of copper adorns the top of the chair, providing a nice contrast to the black seats. You may choose to purchase additional chairs for a larger set or perhaps even use complimenting bar stools when you have larger parties. A great choice for a variety of decors, the Norwood is a beautiful set that will do your dining room proud.
The Norwood Round Dining Set is a product of Hillsdale Furniture. Hillsdale is one of the most exciting manufacturers of home and bedroom furniture in the business. Using only the best materials and finishes as well as the most innovative of designs, Hillsdale is committed to providing the best pieces for every home and for every style at reasonable prices. Quality, versatility, and beauty: the perfect combination.

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Summer Breeze Bedroom Set

Before you buy furniture for your child’s room, take a moment to consider what you want to get out of it. Comfort, yes. Versatility, of course. But as important is durability. This can mean that the materials and construction are strong enough to withstand the force of nature that is your child but also that the pieces are of enduring interest. Buying kids bedroom sets should be about what works for your family and what will continue to work, not what trend is most current. Trends come and go, but great furniture is here to stay as your child grows. Can you find children’s bedroom furniture that will appeal to your child’s tastes but also meet your safety and budgetary standards?

The Summer Breeze Bedroom Set is specifically designed for youths and offers all of the features that will make it an instant hit in your child’s room. The set includes a twin-sized youth bed with a bookcase headboard and convenient storage drawers in the frame. Storage beds are a blessing for those who need to make the most of their space and for parents trying to teach their children to organize their belongings. Great for linens, clothing, or toys, the drawers are a must-have. Bookcase headboards are also very useful: kids can store books or toys within easy reach. A matching nightstand rounds out the set. Decorative molding and your choice of Blueberry, Vanilla Cream, or Country Pine finishes ensure that the Summer Breeze Bedroom set compliments any décor and space. The corners are rounded, which adds to the visual appeal as well as the safety of the pieces for your children.

The Summer Breeze Bedroom Set is part of the great line of affordable bedroom furniture from South Shore Furniture. South Shore believes that a beautiful home should not have to cost a fortune: their pieces are exquisitely designed and constructed from top quality materials. For versatility, quality, and gorgeous furniture, South Shore is the perfect choice for any home.

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Winsloh Daybed

If you want innovative bedroom furnishings, think Hillsdale Furniture. One of the country’s premier home furnishings manufacturers, Hillsdale uses the best quality materials in each and every piece so you have gorgeous, lasting furniture. From unique dressers and chests to well-crafted headboards and beds, Hillsdale will add sophistication, elegance, and beauty to any home. When you want the best at a great price, Hillsdale is the answer.

Among Hillsdale’s most versatile pieces are daybeds. These are becoming a staple in studios, apartments, and houses all over the world because of their unmatched convenience and, with contemporary daybeds, their outstanding style. You can find designs that easily compliment any décor, from beautiful carved sleigh daybeds to sleek ultramodern metal ones. They look great, and they work in any room in the house. Use in place of a couch, put one in the office, have one on your patio. The uses are endless; daybeds are practical, beautiful, and perfect for any home.

Hillsdale Furniture has created the Winsloh Daybed, which combines the best in convenience with beautiful design. The frame features hardwood posts finished in Medium Oak. The gracefully curving metal side and back panels are finished in a textured black, which provides nice contrast to the wood. The mattress of the Winsloh is supported by a Link Spring – you have the option of purchasing an eight-inch memory foam mattress for excellent sleep quality. You may also choose to get a pop-up trundle for the daybed. This is an additional mattress that pops out from the main bed, instantly providing more sleep space. If you want the advantages of a daybed as well as a gorgeous piece that will look great in any room, the Winsloh by Hillsdale is for you.

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Baroque Bed- Ornate Beds for Todays Bedrooms

Baroque is ornate, Baroque is grand and bold. The emphasis in the Baroque period was on making a statement, and you can do this in the twenty-first century with period-inspired pieces that revisit this opulent era. How can you achieve a look of whimsy, history, and luxury and stay within your budget? The perfect choice in metal beds is a great start.

The Baroque Bed was designed to evoke the sense of sumptuous, lavish comfort that was typical of the period. From the sixty-six inch metal headboard and sixty inch posts capped with finials to the elegantly sloping side rails, the Baroque Bed is dramatic and ornate. Wonderful curling grillwork compliments the flow of the bed, adding to the decorative appearance of the bed. Each bed features a black base with hand-applied translucent white paint that produces a bluish tint. Gold highlights echo the opulence of the Baroque period and add a nice contrast to the slate finish. Perfect for large rooms and for those who want their bedroom furniture to make a statement, this bed is definitely a showpiece that you can be proud of.

The Baroque Bed is designed by the Fashion Bed Group, which features innovative and unique beds in a range of styles. Their line includes more traditional pieces as well as contemporary beds, dressers, night tables, and other great bedroom furniture at affordable prices. For quality you can see and feel, invite the Fashion Bed Group into your home. For furnishings that make a statement, think of the Fashion Bed Group.

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Kyoto Platform Bed- Simple and Bold

How do you create a room with bold lines? One that is elegant yet bold? Luxurious yet simple? Platform beds, which do not use box springs, are coming back into popularity due to the wonderful new designs and fresh look they lend to any bedroom. These beds do not use box springs, making them lower to the floor and providing a more streamlined appearance. Asian-inspired platform beds feature sharp, strong lines that work wonderfully in a wide range of decors and spaces.

The Kyoto Platform Bed embodies the grace of the Far East, from the clean lines of the frame to the intersecting horizontal and vertical sections of the stylish wooden headboard. The pointed bedpost feet create a slim look. This bed manages to be both very simple but very exotic, enhancing a wide variety of decors. Accent with elegant Chinese prints and a base of blossoms for a classic Eastern feel or try bright red bedding to compliment the dark finish of the bed. Any number of styles can be achieved effortlessly – the choice is yours, but you can be sure that this bed is versatile enough for your needs. The Kyoto Platform Bed comes in a rich Mahogany finish or a timeless black.

The Kyoto Platform Bed is another stunning and innovative piece from the Fashion Bed Group. Their beautiful and well-crafted wood, iron, and metal beds come in a number of exciting styles. In addition, Fashion Bed Group’s coordinating bedroom furniture helps you create a great look easily and affordably. Whether you choose the Kyoto Platform Bed or another wonderful design, the Fashion Bed Group ensures you receive the best in quality, materials, price, and style.

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