With Memorial Day weekend quickly approaching, it’s time to get your house ready for the summer! If your patio furniture is looking a little worn out after the long winter months, there’s no need to worry because we have you covered thanks to the Century Leisure collection!

Century Leisure, a division of Century Furniture, focuses on indoor/outdoor furniture. While the pieces carry on the traditions of superior design, quality, and customer service, they branch out in their own unique way. The Century Leisure pieces offer a strong sense of sophisticated, casual chic to indoor/outdoor living. There are stunning architectural designs and details, and breathtaking upholstery embellishments.

Oscar de la Renta, who’s synonymous with couture design, is one contributor to the brand. His Punta Cana Collection features many natural elements offering pure elegance and uncompromising luxury for the home and outdoor entertainment areas. Pieces feature a mélange of cast stone and faux rattan ref lecting an attitude of relaxed island living

Consider the Punta Cana Seaside Sofa, Occasional Table, and Lounge Chair pictured here.

Another great piece is the Punta Cana Rectangular Ming Cocktail Table, as seen below. It is based on the actual furniture and the architecture of his home and gardens in Punta Cana, in the Dominican Republic. This table is perfect for outdoor entertaining!

So to complete your summer look, be sure to stop into Walter E. Smithe! Also be sure to take advantage of our great furniture sale prices. Our friendly sales staff and designers would love to help you create the perfect outdoor environment and we look forward to seeing you soon!

We’ve all heard the buzz about the upcoming NATO meetings here in Chicago. Well, your friends at Walter E. Smithe want to give you a chance to save in honor of these big upcoming events! Read on here to learn how you can take advantage of the savings at Walter E. Smithe.

Now through May 21, come on in to Walter E. Smithe and simply say “NATO” to receive $500 off your purchase. It doesn’t get any easier than that!

With this great savings event, you can even get a 10-percent cash discount, or you can choose to pay no interest through May 2014 when you use your SmitheCard. You can also get a 5-percent discount when you use Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. With all these ways to save through the NATO furniture sale, what are you waiting for?

To get your instant rebate, head in to Walter E. Smithe today! Whether you’re shopping for bedroom furniture, home office furniture, or even outdoor furniture, this is the event for you. We look forward to seeing you soon!

As one of our favorite collections, the Bob Timberlake Home Collection by Century follows the success of The World of Bob Timberlake and captures your sense of style! Bob Timberlake is both comfortable and casual, with a touch of elegance. It reflects all the comforts of home! Call it “relaxed formal” or “sophisticated casual,” Bob Timberlake furnishings are as contemporary as they are rooted in history, as inviting as they are beautiful. Here’s a closer look at a few of our favorite pieces!

High Rock King Bed

With rustic alder solids and alder veneer with metal hardware trim, this is a great addition to your bedroom furniture!

Winecellar Cabinet

Behind two doors are three adjustable and one fixed shelf with pull out tray, and an adjustable drawer box.

Bucks dining chairs

Featuring select Hardwoods with heavy distressing, both the side and arm chairs would perfectly complement your dining room table.

To learn more about the Bob Timberlake Home Collection stop in to one of the Walter E. Smithe showrooms. We think you’ll really love it! We have several locations to make shopping convenient for you, so whether you’re shopping for bedroom furniture or new home office furniture, this is the place for you! We hope to see you soon!

Your friends here at Walter E. Smithe are here to let you know about an exciting opportunity we are a part of! Read on to learn how you can win two tickets to an exclusive party at Giuliana and Bill Rancic’s all-new Chicago restaurant!

Through our special sponsorship, we’re thrilled to offer our customers this unique opportunity to be VIPs for a night! Winners of this contest get two VIP tickets to an exclusive party at this famous pair’s new restaurant! The party will take place Tuesday, June 5th from 6:30pm-9:00pm, and guests will enjoy food and drinks from Giuliana & Bill’s new restaurant while also watching the season finale of their show with them! It’s a party you won’t want to miss!

Follow this link to enter to win!

http://www.recroom.com/contest.aspx?promoid=3778

Be sure to enter, you don’t want to miss out! To learn more, come see us at Walter E. Smithe. While you’re here, be sure to check out our selection of office furniture and beyond! We have everything including bedroom furniture, living room furniture, patio furniture, you name it! Come see us soon!

Your friends here at Walter E. Smithe love to help you save on your furniture purchases, and that’s why we’re excited to announce that there is a special furniture sale going on now! Read on here to learn how you can save on your favorite furniture pieces here at your favorite furniture store!

Now through April 30^th, Walter E. Smithe is hosting its biggest upholstery sale ever, and we want you to participate! You can choose from hundreds of styles, as well as thousands of fabrics or leathers, so no matter what your furniture tastes include, we can help! How can you beat that?

With this great savings events, you can get 20% off your purchase (with cash or check), or you can pay no interest through 2014 when you use your SmitheCard! You can even get a 15% discount when you use Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. With all these ways to save, what are you waiting for?

To take advantage of the upholstery sale savings, head into one of our many convenient locations today! Whether you need living room or office furniture, this is the sale for you. Our friendly sales associates can help walk you through the shopping process to help you choose the perfect piece for your home! We’ll also make sure you get the best deal! But don’t just take our word for it, come see us at the store! We hope to see you soon!

If you’re in the Chicagoland area, and are looking to purchase new furniture, you’ve come to the right place! We have everything from new bedroom furniture to dining room tables and chairs, and our selection is unmatched. When you make your selection, there are many options for you to make sure you and your purchases are protected down the road, and one option we offer for your upholstered furniture is Smithe Kote. Today we’d like to share some information with you.

What is Smithe Kote?

This is our optional stain protector for upholstered furniture.

How is it made?

Smite Kote is a water based product made with certifiably Green organic compounds.

How is it applied?

Smithe Kote goes on prior to delivery, in a careful application process which consists of a fine pressurized spray.

What does Smithe Kote protect against?

• Food
• Beverage
• Pet bodily fluids
• Human bodily fluids

What do you do if a stain happens?

1. Treat stains immediately with the care kit provided at the time of purchase.
2. If the stain persists, contact us within 2 days to arrange for a free in-home cleaning.
3. If the stain cannot be removed, Smithe will replace the stained upholstered panel.
4. If the fabric or leather is unavailable, Smithe will reupholster the entire piece in a comparable grade at no additional charge.

Is there anything Smithe Kote doesn’t cover?

There are a few exclusions. The protector does not cover everyday soiling from normal use, multiple stains, repetitive soiling, or stains not attended to properly. It also does not cover aging such as fading or a general soiling over time. To be covered, stains must be on the above list, or reported within two days. For a full list of exclusions, consult your Smithe consultant.

How long does Smithe Kote cover you?

Smithe Kote is designed to protect against stains on fabric or leather for 5 years from the date of delivery. Protection is valid to original purchaser only.

To learn more, or to explore or selections of furniture, stop in to one of our Chicagoland furniture showrooms! We look forward to seeing you soon!

Are you looking to purchase new furniture AND save money at the same time? Consider participating in our current furniture sale! Read on here to learn how you can save between 40-90% here at your favorite local furniture dealer!

Going on now through April 1, you can save between 40-90% on any of the following items:

• 4-piece Lindley Park Home Office – $1699
• 7-piece Tyler Dining Room – $1699
• Parker Swivel Leather Chair – $679
• Mallory Chair – $629
• Quincy Sofa – $1899
• Larkin Sofa – $1299

Three additional ways to save are as follows:

• 10% Cash or Check discount
• Pay no interest through March 2014 when you use your Smithe card
• 5% discount when you use your Visa, Mastercard, or Discover

So what are you waiting for? The time to shop at Walter E. Smithe is now! Head in soon to one of our many convenient locations and take advantage of these incredible furniture savings! You won’t regret it.

Spring is here and that means spring cleaning! Today we’d like to offer more furniture cleaning tips by answering a few customer questions about how to care for your wood furniture from your favorite furniture outlet. Read on to learn more!

Do I need to avoid sun and extreme heat?

Yes! Extreme heat from radiators or heat ducts can cause warping or splitting as well as buckling or delaminating of veneers. Overexposure to sunlight can adversely affect wood finishes, causing cracking and bleaching that are difficult and costly to repair.

What’s the best way to prevent damage?

Some simple things you can do to avoid damage to your wood furniture include the following: applying adhesive felt glides to objects before placing them on tables; use placemats under the plates and hot pads under the serving containers; refrain from setting synthetics, rubber or plastics on the wood finish as they might contain chemicals that will damage the finish; do not leave newspapers or magazines on wood as the ink can bleed onto the finish and into the wood.

What should I do if nail polish remover or perfume is spilled onto the furniture?

Do not blot it off! Wait for the liquid to dry and then rub the area with a fine automotive polishing compound. Afterwards you can apply a fresh coat of polish.

How do I remove candle wax?

First hold an ice cube to the wax to harden it and then blot up the water. When the wax is hard, use a dull plastic spatula to remove it but be careful to not touch the wood. Next, gently scrape away remaining wax, and finally rub the area with furniture polish to replace the protective coating.

For more tips on how to protect wood or oak bedroom furniture, come in and talk to the friendly sales staff at Walter E. Smithe. While you’re here, be sure to ask about our sales on bedroom, office, and living room furniture!

*These tips must be followed in order for your Walter E. Smithe Warranty to be honored

How about this gorgeous Chicagoland weather? It feels like spring, and all of us at Walter E. Smithe love it! What does spring mean? Spring cleaning of course! Your friends here at Walter E. Smithe want to remind you to not neglect your furniture during your spring cleaning this year! Whether it’s your living room or bedroom furniture, your reupholstered dining room chairs, or your dining room table, they all need to be cleaned. Today we’ll focus how to clean leather couches.

When you do set out to clean your leather furniture, it is of the utmost importance that you follow our cleaning guidelines in order to be eligible for your warranty coverage. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to call us but here’s a look at what our guidelines for leather consist of.

Damage – while we hope this never happens, we do have some good news. Major stains, minor cuts and abrasions can often be removed for a fee. If you have questions regarding damage to your furniture, contact your warranty services representative for assistance.

Smooth leathers – if you use your couch a great deal, smooth leather is the best choice because it is easier to clean. You should remove dust and minor soiling with a damp cloth once a month, but never use saddle soap.  Contact your warranty services supervisor for further cleaning instructions.

Nubeck and Suede leathers – these are the most absorbent leathers and as a result are the most difficult to clean. Because of this, extreme care should always be practiced! If there is a stain, we have special stain eraser cloths available, but even these can’t remove all stains from suede. In general, suede can’t be washed or cleaned and you should never use a liquid cleaner on your suede leather! To maintain your piece, gently vacuum once a month with the appropriate tool or brush.

For more helpful tips on cleaning your leather sofa set, stop into any one of our locations! Happy Spring!

Everyone has different definitions of style but most can agree that style is constantly evolving. One designer that keeps up with this ever changing idea of style is Marge Carson, and your friends at your favorite local furniture dealer are proud to offer a great selection of pieces from this collection!

This design collection came in to being in 1947, so it’s safe to say they’ve seen it all! They are the the world’s largest and oldest privately-owned fine furniture companies, and make a fine addition to our selection here at Walter E. Smithe. Whether you’re shopping living room or bedroom furniture, Marge Carson has you covered!

Here’s what the designers at Marge Carson have to say about their designs:

“Ours is a decidingly elegant yet casual look, one with generously proportioned silhouettes upholstered with the finest, most luxurious textiles and showcasing intricate, sculpted, architecturally-based designs that are as exquisite as they are functionally distinguished.”

In each piece, you’ll find phenomenal designs; smart and classy marriages of custom fabrics, finishes and trims; relentless attention to even the smallest of details; designing furniture to meet flexible lifestyles with an unabashed commitment to quality, style and romance. Here’s a closer look at a few of the pieces from the line.

When you’re ready to add style to your home, consider Marge Carson. Stop into one of our showrooms to see any of the pieces from Marge Carson and to talk to our knowledgeable furniture experts. We know you won’t be disappointed by what you see and we hope you stop in soon! Also, be sure to ask about our current furniture sale! You don’t want to miss out on savings opportunities!