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🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Don't underestimate paper, it can be furniture and decoration too

The article discusses the functional and decorative potential of paper in various applications.

Mar 23 • 08:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

We’ve chosen the best-selling chairs and loungers on Amazon to be the envy of the neighborhood

This article highlights popular outdoor chairs and loungers available on Amazon, emphasizing their affordability and suitability for enjoying spring and summer outdoors.

Mar 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Toivo Sukari now reveals what he plans to do with Asko and Sotka – A grim assessment of the funds of old customers

Toivo Sukari discusses his recent acquisition of bankrupt furniture brands Asko and Sotka, emphasizing his love for furniture and the responsibility he feels towards customers.

Mar 22 • 17:03 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A fire broke out in a Kaunas furniture store trading center: an exhibition sofa suddenly caught fire

A fire broke out shortly before midnight at a furniture trading center in Kaunas, Lithuania, causing damage and requiring intervention from the local fire service.

Mar 22 • 07:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Businessman Toivo Sukari to Yle: "I felt my duty was to save Asko"

Businessman Toivo Sukari expresses determination to rescue the Finnish furniture company Asko from bankruptcy as discussions continue with the Indoor Group.

Mar 21 • 15:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This is how people commented on the sale of Asko and Sotka

Finnish consumers express mixed feelings about the sale of Asko and Sotka brands, highlighting concerns about domestic production and competition with foreign brands.

Mar 21 • 14:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Topi Sukari bought Askon and Sotkan – now the bankruptcy estate manager speaks

Toivo 'Topi' Sukari has purchased the rights to the Askon and Sotkan brands from the bankruptcy estate, as confirmed by Tuomas Penttilä, the estate manager.

Mar 21 • 09:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Taloussanomat: Toivo Sukari announces the purchase of Asko

Businessman Toivo Sukari has announced that his company, Sukari Group, has purchased the bankrupt furniture retailer Asko.

Mar 21 • 03:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Topi Sukari TalSalle: I bought Asko and Sotka

Finnish businessman Toivo 'Topi' Sukari has announced the acquisition of Asko, emphasizing a commitment to revitalize the furniture brand.

Mar 21 • 02:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Topi Sukari announces purchase of Askon

Finnish entrepreneur Topi Sukari has acquired the bankrupt furniture brand Askon, aiming to revive the renowned label.

Mar 21 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fire hits house in South Zone of Teresina and destroys furniture; firefighters control the flames

A fire broke out in a house in the South Zone of Teresina, causing significant damage but no injuries reported, as firefighters managed to control the flames.

Mar 20 • 19:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Five star-rated pair of sun loungers so comfy you can ‘fall asleep on them’ slashed to £55

A pair of highly-rated sun loungers has been reduced in price, offering comfort and style for outdoor relaxation.

Mar 20 • 12:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

How Enzo Fernández and Valu Cervantes Live in London: Works of Art and Designer Furniture

Enzo Fernández and Valu Cervantes reside in a luxurious mansion in London, characterized by its large windows and modern art.

Mar 20 • 10:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

The best rattan garden furniture, recommended by experts

As the weather warms up, a guide to selecting the best rattan garden furniture is highlighted, with recommendations from experts on materials and price points.

Mar 20 • 09:40 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Wayfair Spring Cyber Week sale: Save up to 90% on mattresses, patio furniture and more

Wayfair's Spring Cyber Week sale offers discounts of up to 90% on various home goods, including mattresses and outdoor furniture, and is ongoing until March 23.

Mar 19 • 18:59 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The city is looking for vigorous summer workers - the pay looks strange

The city of Vantaa seeks five young workers aged 16-17 for furniture clearing and transportation tasks, raising questions about the varying wages based on educational background.

Mar 19 • 17:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

‘Very comfortable’ hanging egg chair that folds up to save space is now under £100

A trendy foldable hanging egg chair is now available for under £100, providing an affordable option for enhancing garden aesthetics this spring.

Mar 19 • 12:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

B&M's £55 'most comfortable' new garden furniture set looks 'just like' Dunelm

B&M has launched an affordable garden furniture set, the Madrid Zero Gravity Relaxers, that resembles a popular option from Dunelm, making it an attractive alternative for budget-conscious customers looking to enjoy outdoor relaxation.

Mar 19 • 10:09 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Life & Tech

Tips for thrifting furniture and home decor

The article discusses the rising trend of thrifting furniture and home decor as an appealing alternative to fast furniture, highlighting its affordability, sustainability, and the unique character it brings to homes.

Mar 19 • 10:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Don't you like the old armchair? Send it further. Re-use centers give things a second chance

An article discussing the benefits of re-use centers in Czechia where people can donate unwanted items for others to use, promoting sustainability.

Mar 19 • 08:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Home Bargains 'simple' £7 furniture is 'stylish addition to any space'

Home Bargains is offering a budget-friendly side table priced at £6.99, which is noted for its stylish and practical design.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Presented after storm, project to reimburse families who lost furniture in floods is considered illegal in Sorocaba

A proposed bill for reimbursing flood victims in Sorocaba has been deemed illegal and unconstitutional by the city's legal department.

Mar 18 • 22:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Relaxing nest' £97 egg chair is a 'real pleasure to sit in'

The article discusses a popular £97 egg chair that's being praised for its comfort and aesthetic appeal as people prepare for garden renovations this spring in the UK.

Mar 18 • 18:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Shamed Andrew's biggest worry about new home isn't creepy teddies or paintings'

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor expresses concerns about his new home, suggesting there are deeper issues than mere discomforts like furniture placement.

Mar 18 • 15:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Dunelm’s ‘beautiful’ compact chair slashed in sale – shoppers say it ‘looks far more expensive’

Dunelm has reduced the price of its Petit Ribbed Chenille Occasional Armchair, making it an affordable and stylish option for shoppers, particularly those with limited space.

Mar 18 • 14:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Add 'fresh new look' to home with 'gorgeous' B&M £9 furniture

B&M offers an affordable Home Essentials Side Table with an oak finish for just £9, ideal for adding style to any room.

Mar 18 • 14:40 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Decodom is once again in debt and seeks judicial protection from creditors

Decodom, one of Slovakia's largest furniture manufacturers, is seeking court protection from creditors due to significant debts and past financial struggles exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mar 17 • 18:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

More than half of Asko and Sotka are already sold - some merchandise still pledged in warehouses

Asko and Sotka are actively selling furniture from their central warehouse following Indoor Group's bankruptcy, with new products set to launch soon.

Mar 17 • 14:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Debenhams slashes £830 4-piece garden furniture set that ‘looks great’ to under £390 for spring

Debenhams has significantly discounted a 4-piece garden furniture set from £830 to £386.75 as part of its spring sale, making it an attractive option for garden upgrades.

Mar 17 • 10:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I quit my corporate job - now I make £50,000 a year assembling flat-pack furniture'

Kieran Nagle left his corporate finance job to pursue a full-time career in assembling flat-pack furniture, earning £50,000 a year.

Mar 17 • 10:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

B&M's new 'cheaper than Amazon' £20 solar table 'suits any garden'

B&M has launched a solar-powered side table priced at £20, which they claim is more affordable than similar options available on Amazon.

Mar 17 • 09:08 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Billionaire Musk's Simple Home, Mother Reveals...

Elon Musk's Texas home is remarkably simple, lacking luxury furniture or a stocked fridge, reflecting his minimalist lifestyle as revealed by his mother, Maye Musk.

Mar 17 • 09:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

New SBA Furniture Group bond issue – the first phase aims to raise EUR 7 million

SBA Furniture Group is launching a bond issue to raise EUR 7 million with various interest rates for investors from March 16 to 25.

Mar 17 • 08:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Concrete furniture that will last a thousand years. This is to be a home for 40 generations

MIT researchers have developed a furniture project aimed at creating long-lasting interiors to combat wasteful architecture.

Mar 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

B&M's 'stunning' £40 coffee table 'looks just like' £154 one from Homebase

B&M features a new coffee table priced at £40 that resembles a more expensive £154 model from Homebase.

Mar 16 • 11:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

We test the best pet hair sofa covers

The article reviews four types of sofa covers designed to protect furniture from pet hair and damage.

Mar 16 • 06:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Five arrested in Cuba after protest at local Communist party office

Five individuals were arrested in Cuba after protesters vandalized a Communist Party office by setting fire to furniture and equipment.

Mar 14 • 16:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police recover high-end furniture diverted from cargo in Campo Grande

Civil Police recovered high-end furniture that had been diverted from a cargo in Campo Grande, Brazil, after an investigation was triggered by a missing goods report.

Mar 14 • 12:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

For Spring: Here are the Most Beautiful New Outdoor Furniture

The article discusses the arrival of spring and summer while highlighting new outdoor furniture designs that enhance garden, terrace, and balcony spaces.

Mar 14 • 08:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The sale of Askon and Sotka brands seems likely - also, the Lahti sofa factory has interested buyers

The sale of the Askon and Sotka brands is becoming increasingly probable, with several interested buyers for the Lahti sofa factory as well.

Mar 13 • 14:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

14 best storage ottomans with 'luxury look' as Dusk and Dunelm launch big discounts

A guide to the top 14 stylish storage ottomans is presented as Dusk and Dunelm offer significant discounts on these versatile furniture pieces.

Mar 13 • 14:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Dunelm's 'really comfortable' 5-star rated sofa bed is ideal for hosting guests over Easter

Dunelm has launched a highly-rated sofa bed that is perfect for accommodating guests during the Easter holiday.

Mar 13 • 11:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Why the wardrobe with doors has been forgotten: this is the trend of 2026

The article discusses the shift from traditional enclosed furniture to open modular systems in interior design, which is becoming increasingly popular in Argentina for optimizing space and enhancing organization at home.

Mar 13 • 06:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The nuns of Belorado loot the convent upon leaving: "Furniture and altarpieces are missing. They have taken practically everything"

The Archdiocese of Burgos has discovered that the Santa Clara convent in Belorado was left in a deteriorated state by the expelled nuns, with significant items missing following their eviction.

Mar 12 • 19:17 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I bought one piece of Dusk furniture and it transformed the look of my living room

A review of a Dusk rattan TV unit that enhanced the aesthetic of a living room.

Mar 12 • 14:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Chic' side table with five star reviews is 'ideal for small spaces' and 30% off in sale

'Chic' side table from Marks & Spencer is on sale for 30% off, ideal for small homes.

Mar 12 • 13:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Beautiful and vibrant' chair that brightens up living rooms now has a huge discount

The Dusk accent chair is now heavily discounted, attracting attention from home décor enthusiasts for its stylish design and comfort.

Mar 12 • 12:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Furniture Manufacturer Standard Gets a New Leader

Ottomar Tamm has been appointed as the new CEO of furniture manufacturer Standard, replacing Jonatan Karjus.

Mar 12 • 11:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Sixth Anniversary of 'Friends for Friends' Will Echo This Weekend in the Former Furniture Salon

The 'Friends for Friends' organization celebrates its sixth anniversary this weekend after a year filled with active events and projects promoting club culture in Lithuania.

Mar 12 • 09:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Amazon Spring Offers 2026: 20 Deals for Your Garden at Their Historic Lowest Prices Today

Amazon's Spring Sale 2026 features 20 deals for garden items at their lowest prices, perfect for updating outdoor spaces.

Mar 12 • 05:45 UTC

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