Interpreting the CA Flame Retardants Standard for Upholstered Furniture
With the new flame retardants test, is it only the outer upholstery fabric which should pass the test, or does it apply the filling materials [...]
Exciting Announcement: New Beginnings for Natural Upholstery!
Living Home Furniture is now operating under the new name ‘NaturalUpholstery.com’ Here are the exciting changes that are happening: As always, UPHOLSTERY & DESIGN are the main attraction. [...]
Latex Foam as a Sustainable Option for Upholstered Furniture
Is Latex Foam Sustainable for People and the Planet? This is a question I've been pondering more often of late. We're not talking about latex [...]
Skinny laMinx Rocking Chair Make Over
When I first saw the Skinny laMinx organic cotton that I would be reupholstering this vintage rocking chair with, I though "Wow... Maybe a little toned [...]
Birds of a Feather – Natural Upholstery with Organic Fabric
Chairs that take flight! I'm so excited to share these beautiful bird chairs that I recently reupholstered with 100% natural latex foam, luxurious wool batting [...]
The ‘Safer Sofa’ Foam Exchange
80-100% of a couch’s flame retardants are found in the foam inside removable cushions. Are you concerned about harmful flame retardant chemicals that may be [...]
Organic and Natural Materials in Upholstery
IS there such a thing as 'organic' upholstery? The confusion arises when we go to our knowledge of 'certified organic' products. Most of us are [...]
Healthy, Eco-friendly Upholstery Materials – a Quick Guide to Layering
Here's a quick reference to layering latex, wool batting, ticking and other organic/natural layers on your chair. A quick guide to using latex foam, [...]
How to Avoid Harmful Flame Retardant Chemicals in your Furniture
What should I know about Flame Retardants in my furniture? The Bottom Line: When buying new, avoid upholstered furniture with a label stating it meets TB117. Instead, [...]
Aspen Leaf Chair with Custom Textile Design
This chair is elegantly clothed in a signature textile design by Carla Pyle. Inspired by nature, silk aspen leaves meander across the back and seat, recalling [...]