The National Bed Federation (NBF) has launched a new free ‘best practice’ guide for claims relating to chemicals in products. The guidance focuses on understanding the chemicals used in mattresses, as well as certain terminology and other areas that can be challenging. Tristine Hargreaves, executive director of the National Bed Federation: “This guide is designed […]| The National Bed Federation
The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced its 2025 Bed Industry Awards finalists in the Bed Manufacturer of the Year and Supplier of the Year categories. Six member companies have been shortlisted and now compete for the top accolade in their category. The awards, now in their 16th year, highlight the best in design, innovation, […]| The National Bed Federation
The Sleep Charity and Bed Advice UK, the consumer-facing arm of the National Bed Federation (NBF), are rallying the bed industry to get behind the| The National Bed Federation
We are delighted to share the fantastic news that the NBF has been awarded ‘Best Marketing Support (Furniture)’ in The Interiors Monthly Awards, for the seventh year running. In recent years, we have released multiple free marketing toolkits for the bed trade, with advice around bed buying, bed care and the importance of looking for […]| The National Bed Federation
We are thrilled to share that for the second time, the National Bed Federation (NBF) has been crowned ‘Best Trade Association’ in the Furniture News Readers’ Choice Awards! A huge thank you to the readers who voted for us. This award reflects the hard work of our small but dedicated team. We continuously strive to […]| The National Bed Federation
The National Bed Federation (NBF) has revealed the judges for its four member categories in the 2025 Bed Industry Awards. An independent panel of 11 judges from the furniture industry will decide which NBF manufacturer and supplier members will be crowned winners at the Bed Show Gala Dinner and Awards ceremony on Tuesday 23 September […]| The National Bed Federation
The latest survey conducted by the National Bed Federation (NBF) highlights notable shifts in consumer behaviours regarding mattress and bed purchases. Key findings show that individuals aged over 55 are less inclined to invest in ‘eco-friendly’ mattresses, while the impact of social media on purchasing decisions continues to rise. Additionally, the proportion of consumers buying […]| The National Bed Federation
Introducing the Mattress Manufacturing Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Excitingly, a new apprenticeship standard specifically designed for the bed sector was approved for delivery in late 2024, offering employers a dedicated pathway to develop the next generation of skilled mattress manufacturing operatives. The Mattress Manufacturing Operative Level 2 apprenticeship was officially approved for delivery on 6th […]| The National Bed Federation
Tickets are available to book for the Bed Show’s 15th Gala Dinner and Bed Industry Awards ceremony on 23 September at the International Centre, Telford.| The National Bed Federation
The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced a panel of well-respected and experienced judges for the retailer categories in the 2025 Bed Industry Awards. The four retailer awards shine a spotlight on UK and Irish bed retailers of all sizes that predominantly stock NBF-approved brands to highlight their achievements from the past 12 months. Judging […]| The National Bed Federation
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Leaders at the National Bed Federation (NBF) are bracing themselves for a rise in the number of potentially unsafe, non-compliant mattresses being shipped| The National Bed Federation
Exciting concepts designed to help you sell more beds by including them in your advertising and promotions – whether in print or online.| The National Bed Federation
