Marlow is a classic collection of stylish dining, living and bedroom furniture from Frank Hudson.
With the contrast of soft grey paint finish and solid mellow oak tops, and with its subtle hint of white in the grain, this easy to like collection will enhance your home with it’s modern, rustic charm.
Frank Hudson established his company in 1947 and the business has been making fine furniture ever since. Three generations of family have guided the business, designing and creating classically crafted furniture which can be found in homes and hotels all over the world.
Marlow Bedside 3 Drawer Cabinet
W500 x D450 x H655mm
Marlow 4 Drawer Chest
W1000 x D480 x H915mm
Sitting pretty: Choosing the right sofa-bed can be a bit of minefield can’t it?
You want to get the exact product you want to ensure the comfort of your guests. That’s why we love the high quality British made sofa beds from Alstons.
There are certain questions you’ll need to ask at the outset, such as what type of mattress you want. Pocket sprung are generally good, with the more springs the better. Memory foam tends to divide sleepers more with its lasting impression that moulds to the body.
Also, what type of sofa cushions do you want on the sofa itself? Softer ones that you need to plump daily or more durable ones that do not require much attention?
It is also worth making a decision about the sofa-bed mechanism, with my preferred option being the sofa converting into a bed in one easy movement with wooden slats to provide additional back support.
Interior designer Sarah Ward, of Sarah Ward Associates, recommends investing money so that you get the exact product you want to ensure the comfort of your guests.
She said: ‘The thickness of the mattress and the mechanism will dictate the overall height of the sofa. A corner will unit make the product seem more generous and luxurious. And remember that the bed size will be governed by the seating area within the arms of the sofa.’
Of course Alstons so sofas too. For example The Venice is available as a 2 or 3 seater sofa and the range includes chairs, accent chairs and footstools in a fabulous choice of fabrics.
Wow this really is a beauty isn’t it?
A beautiful Alstons Sofa in a very contemporary on trend fabric…this year we expect to see an increase in eclectic interiors that show a willingness to make bolder statements with pattern and texture.
Our lads have just delivered this suite to one of our lovely. loyal customers. And they were thrilled!!!!
Alstons have a huge range of styles and fabrics so you can choose something totally that is either a statement piece or fits with your colour palette.
2016 will be the year to experiment with pattern. We will see an increase in eclectic interiors that show a willingness to make bolder statements with pattern and texture. We will move away from the simple colour and single print combination, and instead favour a contrasting mix of paisleys, geometrics, florals and stripes, all incorporated under one scheme. Use pattern on small pieces such as cushions, rugs or an accent chair and offset against a plain block colour wall for an on-trend look in 2016.
Our home accessory collections are going down a storm and some of our new ranges bring a refreshing style for your home.
Mirror mirror on the wall…use mirrors to give the illusion of space, accentuate proportions, bounce around light and add glamour to a room. A brilliant way to bring your colour scheme together as well as add extra depth to a room,
Let there be light… use table lighting to create ambiance and atmosphere.
Congratulations to Catherine our new SHOPPING SPREE WINNER!
Here’s what she said when we told her:
“Absolutely brilliant to have won this shopping spree at Birds! I love to support local businesses, so I shared the post, without really thinking I would win, so this is a lovely surprise! Thank you Birds….. Everything is so beautiful…. Now what to buy….?”
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It’s fairly obvious when a favorite piece of wood furniture needs attention. Food stains and water marks blemish a handsome table; after years of faithful applications, spray-on polishes leave a dark, sticky film on sideboards and chairs.
Cleaning fine wood furniture can be downright dangerous to the furniture’s finish if the wrong methods are used. The key is to start with the gentlest cleansers, working up to stronger solutions as necessary, and to test on discreet areas, such as the inside of a table leg, before tackling large expanses.
First, try a simple cleanser: Dampen a cotton swab with water, add a drop of dish-washing liquid, and test. If the finish survives, make a solution of water and detergent, and wipe the entire piece. Don’t saturate the wood; keep the sponge barely damp, and rinse often. The results can be dramatic. you can also use mineral spirits, a clean cloth, and confident, circular strokes to remove decades of grime.
Wood that remains grubby-looking after the mineral-spirits treatment needs some degree of refinishing. Try rubbing denatured alcohol on a small, hidden area. If the finish does not dissolve, it’s oil, lacquer, polyurethane, or varnish, all of which require professional treatment. If it does dissolve, the finish is shellac. The top layers should be removed and replaced with more of the same, a task that may also call for a professional.
Once it’s been cleaned — by whatever method — wood must be protected. Use wood finishes with wax, applied swiftly and liberally with cheesecloth. Before waxing, lightly rub the wood with fine steel wool, which gently roughs up the surface so that the wax can go on evenly.
For most furniture, use beeswax. We recommend dusting wood furniture with a soft cloth, never a feather duster.
The nation is getting ready to celebrate the Queen’s official 90th birthday this weekend, and a packed schedule of events across Britain.
The Queen turned 90 on April 21, but she also has an official birthday in June – this year it falls on Saturday, June 11.
A traditional church service, the annual birthday parade and a mass street party for 10,000 people will all celebrate the milestone birthday of Britain’s longest reigning sovereign.
You’ll also be able to raise a late-toast to Her Majesty too, as an extension of pub opening hours on Friday and Saturday evening has been arranged to help us all get into the party spirit.
While Her Majesty is celebrating her 90th Birthday this year we are celebrating over 60 years of being a local family business. We’ll be raising a glass to The Queen on her birthday as will many British people. We’re proud of our own heritage, our family values and we’re especially proud to stock many British suppliers and manufacturers with a fair few in Lancashire and the North West.
G Plan
Alstons
Morris
Sealy
Corndell
Silent Night
Sherbourne
Winsor
Cormar
Bentley
Julien Bowen
Burgess Beds
Hudson Living
Willis and Gambier
Stuart Jones
Axminster
Chelsom
Kingstown
Rest Assured
Westex Carpets
In 1988 my parents Chris and Joan Dyer bought a settee from you. They previously lived round the corner in Bolton-le-Sands on Marefield Road, if you have any staff from that time – they knew you well.
I remember the day it arrived at our then new family home ( Bambers Walk, Wesham, Preston, PR4 3DG – you may still have the record).
An exciting delivery for children aged 7, 6 and 3 to bounce around on for the first time (although we were strictly forbidden!!).
A lot has happened since then. They no longer have the couch – I do. Although I’m 34 now! And what I can’t believe is that it still looks better than other cheaper couches long since bought and sagged since. It seems I had the best deal with the hand me down. It has seen me through many twists and turns of life. It’s been a spare bed, a film buddy and a friend to so many of my friends and family over the years. I would have been lost without it.
So I just wanted to say thank you.
Now it’s my turn to finally get on the property ladder for the first time and I’ve bought my own place – an apartment. The couch is coming with me, until I can find a more contemporary design to match my decor… Although I may just get it recovered as it really does still look good as new.
Although it’s definitely time for a new mattress. And out of the blue I saw your competition. It made me smile. It’s definitely time for some new furniture once I’ve saved up!!
I bet you rarely find out what happened to your furniture and the lives it has shared, so I thought I’d share the story of just one.
Kind Regards
Rachael Dyer
Sorry…now all sold!!!
We’ve got a fantastic offer this week on the Loxley Bedside Table from Stuart Jones.
Just £60 – save over £150. Call in and see us at The Old Mill, Bolton-Le-Sands.
When they’re gone, they’re gone!!
For over forty years Stuart Jones have been making a distinctive range of furniture. Founded in 1973 as a specialist manufacturer of upholstered headboards, they have built on their craft skills and reputation for quality, and have expanded their range to include beds and occasional furniture
Handmade in Sussex by designers and craftsmen who are focused on producing high quality products that respond to contemporary lifestyles
Classic designs with a modern twist!
Bentley Designs is a leading suppliers of quality furniture in the UK and they are dedicated to uncompromising quality and distinctive design.
Their collections are crafted from high quality timbers and veneers that are rich in character and offer a lasting appeal.
Combined with a vast selection of fabrics and superior ironmongery, these collections boast some of the most unique bedroom ranges around.