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Latest NBF Research Confirms Squeeze on Consumer Spending

Latest NBF Research Confirms Squeeze on Consumer Spending

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The latest survey conducted by the National Bed Federation (NBF) on consumer mattress buying habits confirms that the cost-of-living crisis is affecting the price that people are prepared to pay for a new mattress, although they are replacing their mattress more...

NBF Announces Shortlist for 2026 Member Company Awards

NBF Announces Shortlist for 2026 Member Company Awards

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The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced the seven finalists competing for Bed Manufacturer of the Year and Supplier of the Year in the 2026 Bed Industry Awards. Now in their 17th year, the awards celebrate the best of the UK and Irish bed industry, recognising...

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Clare Balding to Host NBF Bed Industry Awards Ceremony

Clare Balding to Host NBF Bed Industry Awards Ceremony

by Philippa | Jun 29, 2026 | Industry News

The National Bed Federation (NBF) announces award-winning broadcaster Clare Balding as the host of its awards ceremony at the Bed Show in Telford on 22 September. Winner of the BAFTA Special Award and RTS Presenter of the Year Award for her expert coverage of the...
NBF Announces Judges for Its 2026 Bed Retailer Awards

NBF Announces Judges for Its 2026 Bed Retailer Awards

by Philippa | Jun 10, 2026 | Industry News

The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced a panel of five judges for the retailer categories in the 2026 Bed Industry Awards. The four retailer awards highlight the achievements over the past 12 months of UK and Irish bed retailers of all sizes that...
NBF Bed Show Wins ‘Best Trade Show’ in the 2026 Big Furniture Awards

NBF Bed Show Wins ‘Best Trade Show’ in the 2026 Big Furniture Awards

by Philippa | Jun 5, 2026 | Industry News

  We are delighted to share the fantastic news that the Bed Show, organised by the National Bed Federation, has been awarded ‘Best Trade Show’ in the 2026 Big Furniture Awards for the second time! Our annual event, this year held 22-23 September, is...
NBF Calls for Entries for the 2026 Bed Industry Awards

NBF Calls for Entries for the 2026 Bed Industry Awards

by Philippa | Jun 1, 2026 | Industry News

The National Bed Federation (NBF) has announced the eight categories for its 2026 Bed Industry Awards, honouring the brightest and best enterprises across bed manufacturing, supplying and retail. The awards highlight the best in performance, inspiration, innovation...
NBF Appoints Fara Butt as President and Elects New Council Members

NBF Appoints Fara Butt as President and Elects New Council Members

by Philippa | May 11, 2026 | Industry News

The National Bed Federation (NBF), the trade association representing British and Irish bed manufacturers and their suppliers, has appointed Fara Butt as its president and elected five new council members following its AGM on 7 May 2026. Fara Butt, director at Shire...
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