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Why Solid Wood is the Solid Choice

  Have you ever found yourself sitting at your friend’s dining table and thinking to yourself, “What on earth is this made out of?” The dining set looks beautiful, no doubt, but once you sit down you find that you’re more uncomfortable than you thought you’d be. The chair doesn’t feel right, the table isn’t as sturdy as you thought, even the physical feel of the tabletop seems off. Well, you’re not alone. But what could possibly be so wrong about this dining set?    The ans ....

Space Planning Your Living Room

  The living or family room is one of the most important spaces within your home. It is a space for watching tv, socializing, and even resting which is why it is important to properly space plan so you and your family can get the most use out of the space. If you’re not sure where to begin – we are here to help.  We will listen to your ideas, make suggestions, and sketch our concepts. We will also help you with color coordination, fabric and finish selection.   This helps you work out ....

What to Consider When Buying a Sofa

  Sofas are a huge commitment for your home, and they are also expensive. Furthermore, they need to last for a long time, provide functionality, comfort, and work well with the rest of the space. The quality of the frame, suspension, cushioning, and upholstery are what separate a sofa that will last 10 to 20 years from one that will start to falter or look worn after only a few.   As a result, choosing the right sofa for your home and your lifestyle is a serious matter. When buying a new so ....

Designing A Small Living Room

  Designing a small living room can be especially challenging as it is where you probably spend the most time and entertain guests as well. How do you balance between making the room feel as spacious as possible while also squeezing in extra seating? What furniture should you choose, and where do you put it? These design tips will help you make the most of your space.   Choose Small-Scale Furniture Look for small settees, love seats and chairs that can work for your space. In some spaces ....

How to Give Your Living Room A Cozy Fall Makeover

Now is the perfect time to refresh your living room for fall. We are sharing easy and affordable tips that will have you feeling extra cozy in no time! Add a Rug Start with adding a rug.  A rug can easily pull a room together adding texture, and color. An area rug will also significantly decrease the noise in your space by absorbing sound from the air. In addition, rugs are warmer than hard surface flooring and have a greater insulating value, especially if there is a pad underneath.  ....

Spring Designer Space By Sandra Doddy

Spring is here!  Interior designer, Sandra Doddy used the spring season as inspiration for designing this beautiful and serene space.  We love how she incorporated fresh pops of green and blue with crisp and neutral whites. This space can be viewed and shopped in-store or online.  Read on for more tips and inspiration from Sandra! Art can be the inspiration for the entire room, or simply support the color palette you've chosen. Most people do not have enough lighting in their spaces.� ....

The Flexsteel Difference

What’s Inside Matters Before you buy a car, you probably pop the hood, take a peek, and ask a few questions even if you have no idea what you’re looking for. When it comes to buying a sofa you likely take a different approach—choose one that matches your style and provides a soft place to land after a long day. But what about everything you can’t see? Do you ask how it’s built, what it’s made of, or how you can be sure it will last? Flexsteel furniture is made with integrity from ....

5 Sofas Available NOW for Christmas Delivery

We are just a few weeks away from Christmas, and if you have been searching for in-stock furniture, you may have experienced long delays or out of stock merchandise across the board.  At Willis Furniture, we have many items in our showroom that are in stock and can be arranged for immediate local delivery.  We have marked these items on our floor with red tags to make it easy for you to see what is available.  Please come in and visit us this weekend to take advantage of this opportunity.  W ....

The Holiday Season is in the Air!

  For a fresh take on holiday entertaining in open spaces, come in and see our holiday room! Themed in gold and silver, Design Consultant Sandra Doddy created this beautiful setting fit for an elegant soiree. By centering the dining table on the fireplace, the room has 3 distinct seating areas, yet remains connected. Guests are free to mingle easily from the table to the sofa to the bar…and still be together. This floor plan works equally well in a more casual setting. Since we are ....

The Rug Is the Foundation

Rugs are a great way to start any interior design project.  They make decorating easy and help to inform what steps need to be taken next.  When coordinating rugs, fabric patterns, and colors, the elements should be balanced just like in a painting.  It’s so easy to tweak the other choices in the room to fit the rug, but finding a perfect rug after furniture, soft goods, and paint colors are set is going to take a lot more time. A rug makes a room feel complete, providing a cohesivene ....