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Radisson Hotels & Resorts® and Select Comfort Corporation announced a renewed partnership, which builds on a 2004 agreement that made SLEEP NUMBER® beds available in Radisson Hotels & Resorts in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. The companies said that the updated agreement creates an opportunity for more travelers to enjoy a high level of personal choice and comfort in bedding by offering both Radisson and Select Comfort the potential to geographically expand the current relationship.
“We are very pleased about the new agreement because the Sleep Number bed has helped Radisson stand apart in the minds of frequent travelers,” said Nancy Johnson, executive vice president of full-service hotels for Radisson Hotels & Resorts. “Radisson is committed to providing travelers with an experience that meets their individual needs for comfort and service, and the Sleep Number bed is an important part of this ‘Stay Your Own Way’ strategy.”
Johnson added that two-thirds of Radisson guests are aware that the properties offer the Sleep Number® bed, and guests rate “comfortable beds” as one of the strengths of Radisson properties.
“Our mission is to improve people’s lives by improving their sleep,” explained Jim Raabe, senior vice president and chief financial officer for Select Comfort, who also oversees the company’s hospitality efforts. “Our continued commitment to our successful partnership with Radisson means more people will realize the role a personalized sleep surface plays in getting a good night’s sleep – both on the road and in their homes.”
About the Sleep Number Bed: Unlike traditional innerspring mattresses made from metal coils or springs, the Sleep Number bed uses dual-adjustable air chambers to provide a gentle cushion of support that can be easily adjusted to anyone’s preference – called a Sleep Number® setting – for personalized comfort, firmness and support.
About Radisson Hotels: Radisson Hotels & Resorts®, one of the world’s leading, full-service hotel companies, offers warm and engaging genuine hospitality at every point of guest contact and is focused on being the hotel of choice with business and leisure travelers by understanding their independent mindset, changing needs and desire to have more control over their hotel experience. Radisson is continuing to evolve the brand, introducing new product and service standards to enable guest choice. Radisson recently introduced Express Yourself, the first online check-in service in the hotel industry that enables guest to pre-check-in online up to seven days prior to their stay and note key service preferences.
There are nearly 400 Radisson locations in 66 countries. Reservations can be made online at www.radisson.com, through a travel agent or by phone at (800) 333-3333. Radisson is a division of Carlson Hotels Worldwide, a global leader in the hotel industry encompassing five hotel brands and more than 955 hotels and resorts in 71 countries.
Carlson Hotels Worldwide is one of the major operating groups of Carlson, a global leader in providing corporate solutions and consumer services in the marketing, travel and hospitality industries. Other names among the Carlson family of brands and services are: Radisson Seven Seas Cruises, Carlson Marketing, Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Results Travel, Cruise Holidays, T.G.I. Friday’s and Pick Up Stix restaurants. Carlson corporate headquarters are in Minneapolis.
About Select Comfort: Founded more than 20 years ago, Select Comfort Corporation is the nation’s leading bed retailer(1). Based in Minneapolis, the company designs, manufactures, markets and supports a line of adjustable-firmness mattresses featuring air-chamber technology, branded the Sleep Number bed, as well as foundations and sleep accessories. SELECT COMFORT® products are sold through its approximately 460 company-owned stores located across the United States; select bedding retailers; direct marketing operations; and online at sleepnumber.com.
August 14th, 2007
By: Furniture World Magazine
Woolrich, Inc., announced that the brand inspired by the outdoors and by people who enjoy an outdoor lifestyle, will launch a new line of machine-made rugs at the New York Home Textiles Market beginning August 9. Produced by Mohawk Industries, one of the world’s largest floor covering manufacturers and distributors, the outdoor-inspired floor coverings will be showcased in the Mohawk showroom at 295 Fifth Avenue, Suite 1412.
Nature inspired colors are predominant with rust, warm gold, pine green, and earthy browns woven into the collection. Woolrich iconic motifs are featured throughout the extensive collection of 34 area, scatter, and outdoor rugs.
Well known for its classic red and black buffalo check dating back to the mid-1850s, the pattern is updated for today’s consumer with a strong border. Blocked plaids and quilted patterns offer casual designs for customers seeking rugs perfect for cabins and farmhouses. Traditionalists will find timeless floor coverings inspired by primitive tribal, hand-knotted rugs of old. The true outdoor enthusiast will appreciate the rustic rug designs featuring wild animals, fishing, and camping.
Also included in the line are outdoor rugs crafted in Olefin that naturally sheds water. Printed outdoor rugs are enhanced by Woolrich’s new urethane backing, which was originally formulated for use on boats, ensuring these rugs will withstand damp environments with ease. Other rugs feature soft-underfoot nylon loop pile that is also easy care.
Approximate retail for a 5×8 area rug is $299.99; 5×8 woven outdoor rugs will retail for $79.99; 5×8 printed outdoor rugs at $149.99; and a 30×50 inch printed scatter rug is expected to retail for $39.99. Every rug in the extensive collection enhances and complements Woolrich’s broad collection of home furnishings.
Dennis Marxen, vice president of licensing for Woolrich, stated, “We are extremely happy to have Mohawk on board as a Brand Partner. Mohawk’s collection of Woolrich rugs offer quality, durability, and function, and are the perfect choice for anyone who enjoys an active, outdoor lifestyle.”
Rocky Casteel, Mohawk’s vice president and general manager of area rugs, textiles, and floor mats, added, “Consumers will find this collection not only beautiful but easy to care for, making these rugs an exceptional value overall.”
The rugs will be available through major U.S. retailers.
About Woolrich, Inc.: In 1830 John Rich founded Woolrich® in central Pennsylvania. Now celebrating 177 years, Woolrich is the authentic American brand that celebrates the outdoors with functional, durable products for outdoor enthusiasts. As the nation’s oldest continuously operating apparel and woolen fabric marketer and manufacturer, Woolrich’s heritage and experience are unparalleled. Trusted by generations of consumers, Woolrich continues the tradition with furnishings and accessories inspired by the outdoors for the home. For more information about Woolrich, visit www.woolrich.com.
About Mohawk Industries: Since its inception in 1878, outstanding products have made Mohawk Industries the most recognized carpet brand in history. Mohawk Home, a division of Mohawk Industries, is a multi-faceted home textile company located in Sugar Valley, Georgia, which manufactures floor coverings and textiles for every room in the home – from area rugs, accent rugs, runners, and bath rugs to woven bedspreads, tapestries, pillows, throws, and outdoor products. Mohawk Home products are found in major retailers across the country. To learn more about Mohawk Industries, visit www.mohawkind.com.
August 14th, 2007
Casual Living,
Eight outdoor collections are presented
With today’s energy conservation needs and homeowners’ continued demand for green products, Kichler has expanded its energy efficient line with new lighting families, including outdoor sconces, lanterns and post lights.
Kichler: The Senna Collection is one of eight new outdoor collections for Kichler.
“The demand for energy efficient products isn’t likely to subside anytime soon,” said Tom Patterson, Kichler product manager. “We recognize that, and we will continue to make energy efficient lighting a priority. In introducing our new offerings, we realize efficiency is important, but so is aesthetics. Neither is sacrificed in our collections.”
Eight outdoor collections debut, including:
* The Senna Collection offers a twist to traditional outdoor lighting, featuring a rubbed onyx finish with an umber etched seedy glass and graceful, curving motif.
* A sleek, traditional design highlights Courtyard, in a rubbed bronze finish in clear, seedy glass.
* The Salisbury Collection has British influence with white linen glass.
* The Morris group features a distressed copper finish and etched iridized glass.
* A classic lantern style, Astoria is highlighted by linen textured seedy glass.
* Alameda is a down-to-earth design with honey opalescent glass.
* The elegant Randolph Collection features a Prairie Rock finish accented with umber etched seedy glass.
* The Tularosa Collection has a classic profile accented with honey opalescent glass.
For more information, visit www.kichler.com.
August 14th, 2007
Map: Lavers Hill 3238
A Lavers Hill furniture maker and tourism representative has questioned plans to phase out logging in the Otway Ranges in southern Victoria.
Alistair Watt suggests a balanced economy, that includes timber, tourism and agriculture is needed.
He is worried full-time timber jobs will not be replaced by an emerging tourism industry as predicted by the State Government.
Mr Watt says it is getting harder for him to find the small quantity of blackwood timber he needs to keep his business going.
“The whole effort has been not just stop the logging, it’s been making everything a national park. National parks mean not only no logging, no firewood, no fence posts, no beekeeping, no horses etc, etc,” he said.
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August 14th, 2007
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