Greetings! Here's some exciting news from NB Liebman Furniture -- "the angelo:HOME" product line has arrived at our Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg showroom!
angelo:HOME is designed by celebrity television personality, Angelo Surmelis (most famous for HGTV's "Rate My Space"). It is a fresh take on today's lifestyle furniture, and includes accents, chairs, loveseats and sofas with good design at an affordable price.
Built with fine lines and curves that represent the best eras of design. angelo:HOME can easily be shipped via UPS, and is ready to assemble.
Says Angelo, "I truly believe that the way you feel about your home and your space can change your life. I've seen it happen to countless families across the country, and I've seen it in my own life."
Well known on television, Angelo has done more than 10 series and specials on TLC ("Clean Sweep"), Lifetime ("Merge"), Style and HGTV, as previously mentioned. He has also appeared on The Today Show, CNN and Countless other morning shows.
"All of this has been with the idea of helping people redefine their lives through design," her said. "The goal is simple - everyone can have style (and for less)!"
A personal appearance by Angelo at our store is also in the works in the near future. We'll keep you informed.
In keeping with NB Liebman's commitment to bringing cutting edge furniture to the mid-state, we look forward to your visit to our Mechanicsburg showroom to see Angelo's new line. Many of the pieces on display are identical to the pieces Angelo shows in his own downtown Los Angeles boutique!
Until next time,
Charles Liebman, President, NB Liebman Furniture, www.nbliebman.com
Greetings! Do you remember the Bombay home furnishing stores with their distinctive cherry and mahogany accent pieces? Well, it seems most of you do because people continue to search for their products on the internet even though Bombay shut down all 450 stores in 2007. A recent survey showed an average of 800,000 people still googled "Bombay" monthly! It's an iconic brand that people still search for.
Well, here's the good news. Bombay is back, and N.B. Liebman's got 'em! Now strictly a manufacturer with none of its own stores, Bombay's products will be sold through a variety of furniture and department stores, including N.B. Liebman in Mechanicsburg and Harrisburg.
Here at N.B. Liebman, we plan to show a large assortment of Bombay pieces including end tables, plant stands, cheval mirrors, blanket racks, wine cabinets, tea carts, secretary desks and much more.
The shipments from Bombay Home have just started to arrive, and more pieces are on the way. But there's plenty to see now, so we invite you to visit our stores as soon as possible and be among the first shoppers to see the new Bombay!
And more exciting news....we'll be introducing another new product line very soon (different than anything we have ever offered), and I'll let you know about that in my next blog! In the meantime, enjoy the beautiful spring weather!
Until next time, Charles Liebman, President, N.B. Liebman Furniture, www.nbliebman.com
Greetings! I hope that everyone had a wonderful holiday season! All of us at N.B. Liebman Furniture wish you all the best in 2013!
Now to the good news! The annual N.B. Liebman/CBS21 Houseful of Furniture Giveaway is now complete. Over 500 entries were received, making it very difficult for the judges to make their choice. But, after much deliberation, a 1st place winner was chosen - Mrs. Khristi Woltman of Hummelstown.
Khristi was nominated by her brother-in-law, Jim Woltman, after Khristi's husband, Paul, passed away at the age of 45. Paul was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in November 2010, and succumbed to the dreaded disease 2 years later. "Words cannot begin to describe the loss on all of us in the family," wrote Jim in his letter. "He made everyone he met feel like a friend. We all agree that the gates of heaven rattled open upon his arrival."
Paul left behind his wife and 5 young children. "He was the ultimate father who would always listen, love, and help guide his children when they came to him with their problems and concerns," write Jim.
"My sister-in-law Khristi has said as soon as she has the opportunity to get new furniture, she will burn the couches that remind her of her family's struggles over the past 2 years...She and her children watched 'Papa' slowly decline before their eyes on the furniture in their house," continued Jim. "The new furniture that (N.B. Liebman) is offering will offer a fresh start in the healing process of coping." We thank Jim for his submission, and echo his sentiments exactly. We hope that the houseful of furniture will brighten the lives of Khristi and her wonderful children.
Our first runner up is Ms. Cheryl Johnston of Harrisburg, a single mother with 3 daughters. One of the girls, Jordan, was injured in an automobile accident, and remains in a coma six months later. Cheryl was nominated by Kim Bucher, a co-worker.
"I would love to see something positive happen to (Cheryl) this holiday season to let her know the world has not given up on her or her beautiful daughter," wrote Kim.
Our second runner up was Mr. Robert Schulz of Lancaster. Nominated by his son, Jesse, Robert is a disabled Vietnam veteran who lives on a small VA pension.
"He is in chronic pain with arthritis, and his current furniture does not afford him the comfort that he so deserves," write Jesse.
N.B. Liebman will provide a new mattress set and a recliner to Robert and we extend our thanks to Jesse for his entry.
As you can see, the N.B. Liebman/CBS21 Houseful of Furniture Give-a-way helps real people in the CBS 21 viewing area whose loves have been touched by tragedy, sadness, or desperate need. All of us at N.B. Liebman derive an enormous amount of satisfaction from helping these families, and we look forward to doing it all over again in 2013!
Until next time,
Charles Liebman, President, N.B. Liebman Furniture, www.nbliebman.com
Greetings! Are you thinking about shopping for a new mattress? Based on my own personal experience, it's something that you may have been contemplating for a long time, but have put off doing anything about it. In the meantime, you have been waking up in the morning with a backache after tossing and turning in the wee hours! Sound like you? If so, here is good news. I'm dedicating this month's blog to the subject of mattress shopping at N.B. Liebman Furniture.
To begin with, let's review the four main comfort types:
1) Firm - includes a limited number of comfort layers with a tightly sewn cover for firmness.
2) Plush - features multiple layers of cushioning with a more loosely sewn cover.
3) Pillow Top - a separate piece is sewn on the top of a plush mattress for an even more luxurious feel.
4) Memory Foam - pioneered by Tempurpedic in recent years this is the fastest growing segment of the mattress industry. Memory foam creates a surface that conforms to your body, eliminating pressure points and motion disturbance from your partner. The newest models have added Gel for coolness. You should try all four types to see what fits your personal taste. There is no right or wrong.
Next, it's time to decide on what size you need. There are four to consider; (1) twin, (2) full, (3) queen and (4) king.
Twin is ideal for children or sometimes used in a guest room. Full is the popular choice for older children, and has surpassed twin in sales. An adult that sleeps alone, as well as couples, should consider a queen size so they have room to stretch out while they sleep. Although Queen is our best selling size, King size is rapidly gaining in popularity, and will some day surpass Queen in the top spot. If you and your partner have kids or pets, you should definitely opt for the King size mattress. I'm sure that the kids and the pets are already hopping into bed with you in the middle of the night. Once you upgrade from Queen to King, you'll never go back!
Now that you have a good understanding of mattress types and sizes, it's time to head to N.B. Liebman, and experience the real thing.
Here are a few tips for your shopping experience - (1) wear loose, comfy clothes, and bring your favorite pillows from home. If you don't have a favorite pillow, or are too embarrassed to bring it with you, ask your sales associate for a pillow to take with you from bed to bed. (2) Plan to stay awhile! Take as much time as you need to relax and get a real feel for each mattress type. It's a big decision - don't rush! (3) Bring your sleep partner to make sure you choose a mattress that's large enough and comfy enough for both of you. You may even encounter some disagreements so come prepared to compromise...but not too much!
A good night's sleep is vital for your health and well-being. So don't put off your mattress shopping any longer. Start 2013 off with a great new sleep purchase at N.B. Liebman.
Until next time,
Charles Liebman, President, N.B. Liebman Furniture. www.nbliebman.com
Hello! Many of our customers do not fully understand all the variety of leathers that are on the market today. And how could they? Unless you do this for a living , all of the nuances and terms can be very difficult to grasp.
So in this blog I will discuss the differences between all of the product types you may encounter, and, therefore, help you make a wise decision on what's right for you and your budget.
First of all, and I'm, getting really basic here, leather for furniture comes from cows. The life of every cow is different, and the hide tells the story of its existence. Natural features and marks are considered part of the appeal of the product. Leather, can be "corrected" in the manufacturing process which allows a lesser quality hide to be fixed and used effectively.
Second, let me point out that leather furniture carries with it a sense of prestige and good taste - yet it is easy to clean and service over time. It stays cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
And now some definitions:
Top Grain Leather: This comes from the outermost upper layer of the cowhide, The best top-grain hides indicate that the skin has limited scratches, insect bites and other damages. These hides can be minimally processed and used in their most natural form. (Most, but not all, of the leather stationary furniture we sell at N.B. Liebman is top-grain.)
Split Leather: The process of tanning leather involves cutting the hide into the thickness required for upholstered products. The back of an animal has a thicker skin that can be split to create a piece of leather with this extra thickness. Splits have no natural surface, and lack the strength of top-grain. Split leather is processed by correcting the leather (giving it a stamped and painted surface that matches the top-grain), and then used on the backs and sides of the sofas to greatly reduce the cost of the final product. (A lot of the leather we sell at N.B. Liebman is indeed a combination of top-grain and splits.)
Corrected Leather: Sometimes lower quality top-grain hides can be corrected - i.e., the application of more chemicals and the stamping of an artificial texture. This produces leather that is not as soft as less processed top grain, but has a more uniform look and finish. Corrected leather is usually lower in price, and very durable.
Leather Match: This term means a portion of the product is real leather but the back and sides (usually) are covered in matching polyurethane (vinyl) artificial material. At N.B. Liebman, you will find that most of our reclining leather furniture is leather-match. This offers the look and feel of a real leather sofa, but greatly reduced the selling price.
Semi-Aniline Dyed: This term refers to leather dyed in vats in which the the color goes all the way through the hide. Then a pigment color is applied to the top of the hide to guarantee a consistent color on the top surface. In addition, a clear protective coating is applied to make the leather stain repellant and scar resistant.
Fully-Aniline Dyed: In this case, a surface pigment color and a protective coating is NOT APPLIED. (A hard antique finish may be used). Thus, there will be variations in color throughout the hide's surface, and it will be more likely to stain or fade. Fully-aniline dyed leather may be distressed or buffed to create an open nap. This creates a soft, velvety feel, but does not eliminate the possibility of fading or staining. In general, pure anilines are the softest, silkiest options available, but semi-analines are easier to maintain and keep clean.
Nubuck: Nubuck is usually a term that refers to top-grain leather that has been sanded or buffed on the grain side (the outside) producing a velvet-like surface. Some of the identifying characteristics of Nubuck are similar to pure-aniline leather - it is very soft to the touch and will scratch very easily. Nubuck is similar to suede, but suede is created from the inner side of a hide while Nubuck is created from the outer side of the hide. Suede is less durable and may become dirty more quickly.
Bonded Leather: As described in one of my earlier blogs, bonded leather is a fabric made of varying degrees of genuine leather combined with other substances to create the appearance of real leather, but at a reduced cost. Polyurethane is backed with fabric and a layer of laytex, and then mixed with a modest percentage of leather fibers in the product's backing material. At N.B. Liebman, we have some good sellers covered in bonded leather, but we want to make sure that you realize that it is essentially a vinyl upholstery product with its surface stamped to give it a leather - like texture.
Microfiber: At N.B. Liebman you will find some beautiful sectionals and sofas covered in microfiber that look just like leather to the naked eye - but are not. Microfiber provides attractive characteristics like strength, durability and low cost. If you hear the terms "faux leather" it might be microfiber fabric.
This is alot of information to digest in one reading , but, hopefully, I've answered a lot of questions you may have now and in the future. We do invite you to come to N.B. Liebman and experience some really cool leather furniture!!
Summer's over. School is in session. Football is back on TV. We're feeling cool air when we step outside in the morning.
And, inevitably, we start spending more time indoors from this point on. So if you've been putting off a visit to N.B. Liebman to shop for beautiful new furniture or mattresses, its time to take action!
We have one value-driven event after another planned for the Fall, and everyday shipments of exciting new merchandise arrives at our back door!
One of our newest introductions is a large selection of area rugs - a new category for N.B. Liebman. Now you can coordinate your fabric choice with an area rug (in your choice of size) under one roof. We've got a huge rack of rugs in our Mechanicsburg store to show you. Due to space restraints, we cannot show the same display in our Colonial Park Store, but we've got all of the swatches and plenty of full size rugs down on the floor. Come and take a look!
In regard to upcoming special events, we're just wrapping up our 93rd Anniversary Sale. Yes, N.B. Liebman is that old! We were founded way back in 1919 in Philadelphia.
Coming up next is our annual Columbus Day Sale scheduled from TODAY (Oct 4th) though Monday, October 8th.. We are featuring a factory authorized extra 10% off on all Klaussner Furniture, one of our biggest suppliers.
And be sure to shop our "Sleep Retreat" mattress department for a wide variety of innerspring, memory foam, and air mattresses. You owe it to yourself to get a great night's sleep!
So there you have it. We're chocked full of great ideas to beautify your home for the holidays, so come visit us soon!
Until next time,
Charles Liebman, President, N.B. Liebman Furniture, www.nbliebman.com
When something new and exciting arrives at our stores (and it happens all the time), we like to tell you about it right away! As you may know, memory foam mattresses are the hottest thing going right now, surpassing traditional innerspring beds very, very quickly. I must confess, I do not have a memory foam bed yet but I'm getting close to pulling the trigger. World famous Sealy Posturpedic has now entered the memory foam arena in a big way as they roll out their new Optimum line!
And what makes Optimum different from other memory foam beds we sell or you've heard about? It's the Opticool Gel Foam that makes the difference! Opticool is the only gel memory foam on the market to be fused with OUTLAST, proven to be very effective for removing excess heat during the night.
OULAST material is used in high performance outdoor gear, undergarments, and even footwear for superior temperature regulation. Sealy tells us Opticool is 12 times more effective than standard memory foam or other gel memory foams.
In addition you will find a layer of OptiSense Memory Foam - a body hugging, contouring material that conforms to your body's unique shape and weight. You'll feel that this mattress was made just for you! Another benefit of OptiSense is that it absorbs motion, creating a calm, stable sleeping environment that lasts all night. Just because your partner moves during the night doesn't mean you should! Underneath the OptiSense layer is Sealy's patented OptiCore Plus. This layer is a firmer section at the bottom of the mattress that provides a deeper level of support as well as a reinforced edge for a solid seating surface.
You can buy your Optimum mattress by itself, with a Optimum foundation, or with an Optimum Powerbase. The adjustable base features a wireless remote, dual wave massage and an under bed night light.
We invite you to visit N.B. Liebman and test try the Optimum beds along with all of the other options on display in our mattress department. We even have mattresses that allow you to have 2 levels of firmness in the same bed! Remember, we all need a great night's sleep, and want to wake up energized, and with no morning backaches. The right mattress is worth every penny! Until next time! Charles Liebman, President, N.B. Liebman Furniture, www.nbliebman.com
Built with fine lines and curves that represent the best eras of design. angelo:HOME can easily be shipped via UPS, and is ready to assemble.
Says Angelo, "I truly believe that the way you feel about your home and your space can change your life. I've seen it happen to countless families across the country, and I've seen it in my own life."
In keeping with NB Liebman's commitment to bringing cutting edge furniture to the mid-state, we look forward to your visit to our Mechanicsburg showroom to see Angelo's new line. Many of the pieces on display are identical to the pieces Angelo shows in his own downtown Los Angeles boutique!
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