Report on 'Real-life' UK kitchen study findings
Findings from a three year study into the way UK consumers use kitchens
1st January, 2014
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Latest Knowledge
Furniture Design Toolkit: Office and Contract Furniture
This guide aims to provide designers with the tools needed to incorporate ergonomics, user trials, standards and legislation into the design process for office and contract furniture
31st January, 2013
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Flammability Testing: Best Practice Guide (FRQG)
Guide for manufacturers and suppliers of upholstery and components to help identify the flammability testing requirements for different upholstery components in a straightforward manner. The guide draws upon experience gained by retailers and test organisations when conducting ignition tests for the industry and other interested parties
30th December, 2011
Flammability
Contract Flammability Guide: Fire Safety of Furniture and Furnishings in the Non-domestic Sectors
This guide intends to clarify the regulations and explain the requirements for non-domestic furniture and furnishings, outline testing requirements and clarify end-use requirements
26th November, 2011
Flammability
Biomass Subsidies and their impact on the British Furniture Industry
This report focuses on the Renewables Obligation woody biomass subsidy and the detrimental effect it is having on British furniture manufacturing
1st November, 2011
Sustainability
Flammability Guide: Fire Safety of Furniture and Furnishings in the Home
This guide outlines the UK Furniture and Furnishings Flammability Regulations and the responsibilities of different organisations in the furniture supply chain such as manufacturers, importers and retailers
22nd October, 2011
Flammability
Competitiveness of the UK furniture manufacturing industry
UK furniture manufacturing makes a significant contribution to the UK economy. Factory gate sales of over £8.3 billion per annum are generated by almost one hundred thousand employees.
2nd March, 2010
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