Why is Heirloom the Designer's Choice?

  • We Sell Exclusively To The Trade. We have great respect for the professional interior
    designer. We know that every item we make is a reflection of your talent and the
    manifestation of your ideas. We understand that it is your goal to create a one-of-a-kind
    masterpiece that becomes your signature trademark.

  • Three Week Lead-Time from Receipt of COM. Upon receipt of COM, properly
    completed forms, and your deposit or good credit standing, we promise to produce and have
    ready to ship within 3 weeks. If we fail on this promise, we will offer a 10% discount on
    your next purchase.

  • Rush Available at an Additional Charge. We understand that sometimes, you simply need
    it right away. It has to be perfect, but it also has to be fast. For an additional $300.00, we
    will move your order to the front of the production line. In most cases we can ship it within
    10 days.

  • We Have Designed the Catalog and Price List Features with You in Mind. The first few
    pages feature a visual index organized by type and style. You can quickly find the basic
    silhouette. There is a numerical index in back if you already know a style number. Each
    page of the pricelist matches each page in the catalog: what is on page 30 in the catalog is on
    page 30 in the pricelist.

  • Broad Range of Styles at Different Price Points. There is a broad range of silhouettes in
    every upholstery category including sofas, loveseats, chairs, ottomans and headboards.
    Choose an existing frame, or modify one to meet your needs. We have added more than 20
    frames of "Heirloom Casuals" at value price points for that second home or secondary room.

  • Extreme Customization. Our goal is to never say no. We offer a practically unlimited
    range of custom upholstery built to your exact requirements. This includes custom widths,
    depths and heights, skirt options, cushion and back details along with the plushest seat and
    back fills, and application of unique trims. More than likely, if you can design it, we can
    build it. Our skilled craftsmen have worked miracles in creating one-of-a-kind pieces. If it is
    possible, we will quote you a price. Then you can decide whether or not to proceed.

  • We Specialize in COM. We know how valuable the material you send us is. We have
    sophisticated systems to receive it, track it, and pamper it until it reaches you in its final form.

  • We Keep 2,500 Fabrics in Stock. Your pricelist has graded pricing for use with the
    Heirloom fabric handles (call your rep or contact Heirloom) and with any Century Furniture
    Fabric.

  • We Believe Flow Matching is an Art Form. We have a dedicated production process to
    ensure dressmaker tailoring and detailed personal attention. There is nothing more pleasing
    to the eye that a perfectly 4-way flow matched piece of upholstery. But achieving it requires
    great skill in visualization, cutting and sewing that comes from years of experience. The
    average tenure of our employees is more than 20 years. We make everything by hand in our
    factory in Hickory, NC.

  • Custom Finishes and Decorative Treatments. Because we also own a fine furniture case
    plant (one of the few remaining in America), we have the ability to offer a number of
    complex finishes including striping and glazing. We can also match a custom finish you
    provide. We offer a wide variety of nail head trims and passementerie for refined opulence.
    You should already have received your copy of our new Heirloom Custom Case Goods
    catalogue.

  • Dedicated Customer Service. Servicing the needs of discriminating designers is far
    different than selling ordinary furniture. Our Customer service department is staffed with
    experienced, knowledgeable and resourceful people who are officed right in the factory.
    They are steps away from the craftsmen making your upholstery, so they can provide quick
    and accurate responses to your questions. Our expert designer service staff will assist you
    every step from specifying the upholstery to assuring that it turns out exactly as you envision
    it.

  • Complementary Case Goods Collection. We also offer a magnificent collection of
    customizable case goods for every room. Contact your sales representative for a catalog and
    price list.

  • Backed by the Financial Strength of Century Furniture. While we sell exclusively to the
    trade, we are wholly owned by Century Furniture.

My grandfather founded this company in 1947. As a third generation family member, I will work
hard to earn your trust and to deliver exceptional products and a level of service that will delight you
and your clients.--Alex Shuford III

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Designer Upholstery® is the registered trademark of Heirloom Furniture