Smith Brothers joins our furniture family.

There are a lot of comings and goings in our ClearLake Furniture showroom, particularly with our upholstered pieces, which comes in on an almost weekly basis, but disappears from the showroom floor with equal speed.

Smith Brothers of Berne's upholstery has proven to be the right addition to our furniture "family" When we were looking to expand our choices in this area, we looked at a lot of companies, but none came so close to our own business mission as Smith Brothers. The quality craftsmanship, timeless designs, and attention to detail and personal service were a solid match with our own.

We looked at many companies and got a lesson in furniture buying! There is a vast difference in the construction of upholstered furniture, just like with hardwood pieces. But at least with our hardwood furniture, you can see every bit of the construction! With upholstery you can be so easily distracted by the fabric and style that you might miss some of the simple flaws.

Here's what I like about Smith Brothers of Berne and, more importantly, why YOU should, too:

• The frames are made of kiln-dried hardwood maple to resist warping, which can occur from household humidity.
• Smith Brothers' coil spring suspension is machine-tied for maximum durability.
• The suspension features an elevated front support edge for better sitting and longer life.
• Each seat is individually supported and floated over the frame.
• The legs are built-in so they won't loosen or break.
• The back and seat cushions are polyester-wrapped, which adds plushness and prevents the covers from slipping around the foam core.
• Every piece carries a lifetime construction warranty.

When you're shopping for upholstered furniture, be sure to compare these features with the pieces you're considering. And if they can't offer a lifetime warranty, be sure to ask why!