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Article: Bedding sources strengthen value stories.(Bedding Center-exhibitions)
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- Furniture-Today
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- October 1, 2007
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By David Perry
High Point- Looking for strong values? You've come to the right market.
Bedding producers continue to tout value stories with their new models, hoping to give retailers ammunition that will drive traffic and boost sales. Some producers report that business has picked up a bit lately, but they say business overall remains spotty.
This market should benefit from a relocated, expanded Bedding Center, an initiative launched last market by Merchandise Mart Properties Inc. and now based in Plaza Suites, producers say.
"I'm very hopeful the Bedding Center will continue to grow," said Neal Grigg, president of Carolina Mattress ...