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<title>High Country Furniture & Design: Blog Posts</title>
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<pubDate>2012-05-17</pubDate>
<description>List of Latest Blog Posts at High Country Furniture & Design</description>
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<title><![CDATA[Jensen Leisure Furniture]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/Jensen-Leisure-Furniture_b_36.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-12-18</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ We are excited about receiving a huge shipment of Jensen Leisure Furniture for our Patio Center. Jensen Leisure isconstructed with Ipe Wood. Ipe may be the hardest, most durable wood inthe world. I have found it exciting that Ipe was used in theconstructing of the Atlantic City Boardwalk and all New York City parkbenches.  ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[We are excited about receiving a huge shipment of Jensen Leisure Furniture for our Patio Center. Jensen Leisure isconstructed with Ipe Wood. Ipe may be the hardest, most durable wood inthe world. I have found it exciting that Ipe was used in theconstructing of the Atlantic City Boardwalk and all New York City parkbenches. ]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[We are excited about receiving a huge shipment of Jensen Leisure Furniture for our Patio Center. Jensen Leisure isconstructed with Ipe Wood. Ipe may be the hardest, most durable wood inthe world. I have found it exciting that Ipe was used in theconstructing of the Atlantic City Boardwalk and all New York City parkbenches. I am also proud to tell you that Jensen Leisure is a member of the Forest Stewardship Council and follows a strict rain forest sustaining policy in Bolivia. Please come visit us this weekend and experience this wonderful product as well as many others. ]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[Robert]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[What are the Benefits of a Latex Mattress?]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/What-are-the-Benefits-of-a-Latex-Mattress_b_35.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-12-01</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ 1. Comfort is the most important benefit.2. Durability is another benefit. When compared to a conventional inner-spring a Latex mattress can last up to 30 years and usually they come with a 20 year warranty. ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[1. Comfort is the most important benefit.2. Durability is another benefit. When compared to a conventional inner-spring a Latex mattress can last up to 30 years and usually they come with a 20 year warranty.]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[1. Comfort is the most important benefit.2. Durability isanother benefit. When compared to a conventional inner-spring a Latexmattress can last up to 30 years and usually they come with a 20 yearwarranty.3. Latex mattresses are dust mite resistant and have anti-microbial properties which will benefit allergy sufferers.4. Latex has a great ventilation property which makes it perfect for asthma sufferers.5. Latex foam allows weight to be more evenly distributed thus eliminating pressure points for a better night sleep.6.Latex mattresses are environmentally safe,free of odors and arebreathable,which prevents body heat and moisture while sleeping.]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[Andy]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[Rustic Outdoor Furniture not Made of Wood.]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/Rustic-Outdoor-Furniture-not-Made-of-Wood_b_34.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-11-15</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Are you shopping for quality outdoor furniture for a rustic home? Whitecraft has two collections of all-weather outdoor furniture to consider. They are made out of cast aluminumand synthetic wicker that has the look of wood. ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[Are you shopping for quality outdoor furniture for a rustic home? Whitecraft has two collections of all-weather outdoor furniture to consider. They are made out of cast aluminumand synthetic wicker that has the look of wood.]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[Are you shopping for quality outdoor furniture for a rustic home? Whitecraft has two collections of all-weather outdoor furniture to consider. They are made out of cast aluminumand synthetic wicker that has the look of wood. The collections arecalled Chatham Run and the newest one is called River Run. Thesecollections can be ordered with outdoor fabrics including a selectionof Woolrich fabrics.Cast aluminum outdoor furniture requires verylittle up-keep when compared to furniture made from wood,such as teakor cedar.]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[Andy]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[What is the difference between hand knotted, hand tufted and flat weave rugs?]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/What-is-the-difference-between-hand-knotted-hand-tufted-and-flat-weave-rugs_b_33.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-10-10</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Hand-Knotted Rugs:This type of rugis made in a loom, with warp cords from silk, cotton or wool stretchedvertically and weft cords stretched horizontally forming many rows ofhand tied knots. There are no glues or backing used in Hand-Knotted rugs. ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hand-Knotted Rugs:This type of rugis made in a loom, with warp cords from silk, cotton or wool stretchedvertically and weft cords stretched horizontally forming many rows ofhand tied knots. There are no glues or backing used in Hand-Knotted rugs.]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[Hand-Knotted Rugs:This type of rugis made in a loom, with warp cords from silk, cotton or wool stretchedvertically and weft cords stretched horizontally forming many rows ofhand tied knots. There are no glues or backing used in Hand-Knotted rugs.These rugs are usually referred to as Oriental or Persian and are madein Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, India, China, Turkey and other countries. Hand-Tufted Rugs:Thistype of rug is made by using glue and a cloth backing to hold the pilefibers(tufts)in place. These rugs are faster to make and not asvaluable as a Hand Knotted rug. The thickness of the pile is determinedby how much is sheared off. The piles are made from wool or syntheticmaterials.Flat-Weave Rugs:Thistype of rug is made like a old fashioned picnic basket by looping oroverlapping creating a flat weave. These rugs are made from organicmaterials such as cotton, wool and bamboo and they are usuallyreversible. Some of the trade names are Soumak, Dhurry and Killim.Get more information about rugs at: http://www.highcountry.com/Rugs_c_39.html]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[Andy]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[Trends in the Furniture Market]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/Trends-in-the-Furniture-Market_b_32.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-09-07</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ According to Furniture Today, the following are key trends in the furniture market...UpholsteryPopeye arms: Track arms have expanded to twice the standard size as manufacturers seek to muscle up their traditional offerings. ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[According to Furniture Today, the following are key trends in the furniture market...UpholsteryPopeye arms: Track arms have expanded to twice the standard size as manufacturers seek to muscle up their traditional offerings.]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[According to Furniture Today, the following are key trends in the furniture market...UpholsteryPopeye arms: Track arms have expanded to twice the standard size as manufacturers seek to muscle up their traditional offerings.Over the rainbow:The use of bold color continues this market with a wave of bright andfun colors. Turquoise is teaming up with a variety of colors to be theIT look of the season. Gray's still strong, as is every coloration ofgreen imaginable.Piece by piece: Sectionals and modulars maintaintheir strength in outfitting Great Rooms and home entertainment spaces,especially for families spending more time at home.LeatherContemporary convergence:Although traditional styling won't be hard to find at market,contemporary may be more prevalent as producers soften styles withclean lines and simple stitching patterns.Logistics lingo: Shippingand delivery are almost on equal footing and quality, style and priceas importers unveil a variety of quick-ship programs built arounddomestic warehousing and split-container programs.Source: Furniture Today]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[T. Campbell]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[Wine Barrel Furniture]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/Wine-Barrel-Furniture_b_31.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-08-27</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ 2 Day Designs has created the most unique and unusual furniture pieces using old white oak wine barrels. It's called their Wine Tonight Collection. Over 800,000 of these types of wine barrels are produced yearly and typically disposed of after only a few years.  ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[2 Day Designs has created the most unique and unusual furniture pieces using old white oak wine barrels. It's called their Wine Tonight Collection. Over 800,000 of these types of wine barrels are produced yearly and typically disposed of after only a few years. ]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[2 Day Designs has created the most unique and unusual furniture pieces using old white oak wine barrels.It's called their Wine Tonight Collection. Over 800,000 of thesetypes of wine barrels are produced yearly and typically disposed ofafter only a few years. What a fun way to go green!The Vineyard Cart Collectionare patterned after antique grape crates that were used in thevineyards of Europe. The original crates were loaded side by side onnarrow horse-drawn carts that moved between the rows of vines. As thecart moved through the vineyards, they would unload their hods andreturn to their picking. When the cart became full they would thenunload them at the presses and return to the vineyard. I think these designs are fabulous and I hope you've enjoyed this little piece of history!Source: 2 Day Designs]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[T. Campbell]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[Custom Concrete Countertops]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/Custom-Concrete-Countertops_b_30.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-08-06</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ Concrete counter tops are truly a custom project for your home. The design possibilities are endless because concrete does not start out as a slab, it is formed.  ]]></description>
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<isc:description><![CDATA[Concrete counter topsare truly a custom project for your home. The design possibilities areendless because concrete does not start out as a slab, it is formed.Concrete can be formed in any shape, colored, inlayed, ground andpolished to create the design you want whether it be traditional,craftsman, modern or contemporary. The fabricator can cast the concretein different finishes such as solid, exposed aggregate, pressed orveined.One of the most unique concrete creations is an integralsink. The sinks are actually designed within the concrete counter top.They can be square, rectangular, oval, round, or any shape to blend inwith any home d&eacute;cor and style. Mostpeople want to know what is the advantage of concrete over othermaterials like granite, marble, or man made materials. I like Living Stone Concrete Designbelieve, “Concrete offers a unique handcrafted, custom finish that isnot possible with other materials. The colors, textures and finishesare unique and each piece is an original. Concrete is also verydurable, heat resistant and timeless. Flexibility, durability anduniqueness are the reasons people are using more and more concrete intheir homes.”Source: Living Stone Concrete Designs]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[M. Cogdill]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[Rustic Lighting & Decor: Genuine Antler Chandeliers vs Faux Antler Chandeliers]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/Rustic-Lighting-Decor-Genuine-Antler-Chandeliers-vs-Faux-Antler-Chandeliers_b_29.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-07-26</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ An antler chandelier is a must when decorating a rustic home or cabin, but the cost of a chandelier with real deer, elk or moose antlers can be dramatically more than a faux antler chandelier.  ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[An antler chandelier is a must when decorating a rustic home or cabin, but the cost of a chandelier with real deer, elk or moose antlers can be dramatically more than a faux antler chandelier. ]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[An Antler Chandelier is a must when decorating a rustic home or cabin, but the cost of a chandelier with real deer, elk or moose antlers can be dramatically more than a faux antler chandelier. To make a faux antler chandelier a mold is made from real antlers then cast and hand finished to create the authentic look of real antlers. A benefit of a faux chandelier, besides the cost, is that they tend to be lighter and yet still very sturdy. When considering your choice of real vs faux, one thing you don't have to worry about is the harming of the animals in the collection of the antlers, since these animals shed their antlers yearly.]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[A. Morris]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[8-Way Hand Tied Construction vs Pirelli Webbing:  Which is Better?]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/8-Way-Hand-Tied-Construction-vs-Pirelli-Webbing-Which-is-Better_b_28.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-07-19</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ The traditional method for creating support in sofas is called 8-way hand tied. But, now there is Pirelli webbing that is a cost effective alternative to the traditional approach. So, which one should you choose when purchasing your next sofa? ]]></description>
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<content:encoded><![CDATA[The traditional method for creating support in sofas is called 8-way hand tied. But, now there is Pirelli webbing that is a cost effective alternative to the traditional approach. So, which one should you choose when purchasing your next sofa?]]></content:encoded>
<isc:description><![CDATA[The traditional method for creating support in sofas is called 8-way hand tied. Within this constuction method a series of twine is hand tied in eight different directions. Of course, the advantage of this is durability. Sofas made this way have been known to last for many decades. One drawback to 8-way hand tied seating is the cost due to the labor involved in this type of construction. Sofas made in this fashion can retail for several hundred dollars more than sofas made using Pirelli webbing which uses a series of springs or coils that are covered by a synthetic webbing. An advantage of the Pirelli seating system is that it is less expensive to repair compared to a 8 way hand tied sofa. But, ultimately the choice is up to you. Dependent on your needs is what determines the best sofa for you and your family. ]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[A. Morris]]></isc:author>
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<title><![CDATA[Outdoor Rugs]]></title>
<link>http://www.highcountry.com/Outdoor-Rugs_b_27.html</link>
<pubDate>2010-07-12</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[ You can personalize your outdoor living space and pull it all together by utilizing a colorful, durable outdoor rug.  ]]></description>
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<isc:description><![CDATA[You can personalize your outdoor living space and pull it all together by utilizing a colorful, durable outdoor rug. Homespice Decor offers a variety of standard sizes with custom sizes also available. This company exhibits an extensive collection of braided rugs in a variety of different colors and designs. These rugs are made specifically for outdoor use; they don't fade, mold or mildew. They are also stain resistant; dirt does not stick. Occasionally they can be cleaned by using just a waterhose. Hang them out to dry and you will have deck or patio rugs that look brand new! ]]></isc:description>
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<isc:author><![CDATA[T. Campbell]]></isc:author>
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