Here at Birchwood Furniture Galleries, we know first hand how important planning is when refurnishing your home. We are here to help make it as stress-free, and enjoyable as possible – here are some important tips to get you started! DON’T GUESS, MEASURE! The first thing we recommend is measuring your room and creating a floor plan so […]
Quality Made Upholstery – From Start to Finish
Birchwood Furniture is a family owned business located right here in Calgary. In operation since 1978, this business is now managed by the second generation of the family. Because a quality sofa can last you anywhere from 10-15 years, taking the time to consider your use, covering choice and construction quality before you buy will […]
Recreate Your Space with Colour
Every year end comes with the excitement of the new Pantone colour of the year announcement in our industry. Designers, decorators, taste makers alike share their predictions in the few months and weeks leading up to Pantone’s reveal. We are always keeping our ears and eyes open when it comes to these colour predictions, as we […]
Supplier Spotlight: Birchwood Furniture
At Birchwood Furniture Galleries, we help our customers shop our extensive inventory to select the perfect home furniture and decor accessories. Today, we want to take you on a tour of one of our top Canadian upholstery suppliers – Birchwood Furniture. Since 1978, the Birchwood factory has been manufacturing quality fine furniture from its home […]
The 10 Best Upholstery Cleaners [& How to Use Them]
We know day-to-day life can be messy. From children running around to dogs and cats lounging in the living room, and that occasional snack you have at the couch, dirt and stains are bound to happen. Here at Birchwood Furniture, we’re building quality pieces that will stand the test of time. Everything is built with […]
The Estate Collection – Customizable Leather Furniture
Are you looking for something with a higher back, to curl up in front of the fire in this winter? Or a U-shaped sectional to gather the family around for holidays and special moments? Remember the weekends you spent cozied up in a big comfortable seat at a ski lodge? or the Banff Springs Hotel? […]
The Truths About Leather: Your Go-To Buying Guide
We’ve explained a lot about our wood products, and about our upholstery pieces. So now it’s time to get into some tips about shopping for leather. There are many different types and qualities of leather out there. The key to choosing the right type for you and your family is first knowing your needs inside and out. The most important […]
Upholstery Fabric Trends
Like any other type of fashion, interior trends are always changing. We want to keep you informed so that you can keep your space up-to-date and stylish. What’s big right now? The trend is taking classic upholstery and fabric designs and transforming them into contemporary fabrics suited for the modern world. A few examples of these classic styles […]
What You Need to Know About Upholstery Prints
Are you in the market for new upholstery furniture? If you are thinking prints, there are some important points that you should be aware of to avoid disappointment upon the delivery of your new purchase! What Could Go Wrong? We bet you’re thinking “What could go wrong? My print is fabulous!” And it probably is but whether the print will […]
