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When choosing upholstered furniture, it's worth searching for durable looks and comfort

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It may feel like it sometimes, but there's no need to choose between comfort and aesthetics when you're buying furniture. As long as the piece is well made and follows ergonomic principles, there's no reason why even modern designs shouldn't be comfortable for decades.

That's the view of Philip Caughey, managing director of Wilson & Nicholson. Started 70 years ago by two Auckland upholsterers, the company still uses traditional craftsmanship to design and make upholstered furniture, says Caughey.

"We build quality pieces that are comfortable and built to last for example, we use steel springs for all our furniture."

Each piece of furniture is upholstered with heavy-duty fabric and removable cushion covers, in a range of colours and patterns. Pieces can be customised to suit individuals and rooms, and the legs stained to match flooring or wooden furniture.

The company designs contemporary and traditional styles, with many customers mixing and matching looks regardless of the home's architectural style.

"The eclectic look is popular now, with people choosing a plain fabric for the sofa and a patterned chair in another style or patterned scatter cushions," he says.

The frame, springs, foam and workmanship on all pieces come with a 10-year guarantee. Wilson & Nicholson also offers a re-upholstery and interior design service.

For details, contact Wilson & Nicholson, 108 Mt Eden Road, Mt Eden, Auckland, phone (09) 631 0395, fax (09) 631 0394. Email: quality@wilsonandnicholson.co.nz. Website: www.wilsonandnicholson.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas

14 May, 2007

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