Hardware for furniture, upholstery, kitchen, coatings and furnishing systems.

Furnishing Idea is the portal dedicated to the furniture and furnishing industry, designed to bring together different professionals such as architects, designers, carpenters, furniture makers and manufacturers active in the furniture market who represent the reference point in terms of innovation and quality of the product offered. On the other hand, the portal aims to provide a valid information service focused on products, projects, events and fairs and everything that revolves around the world of components, semi-finished products and accessories for the furniture industry.

 

The portal is divided into different sections where you can explore the different products according to different categories, get in touch with manufacturers, download catalogues to keep up with industry trends and watch videos of interviews with the best professionals and manufacturers.

 

In the articles section you can find all the information about the most innovative product technologies, such as furniture materials, furniture accessories and systems, furniture machinery, furniture hardware, manufactured by manufacturers with a solid experience in the field. In the companies section there is an overview of the manufacturers registered on our portal, divided by product category, where you can contact us for any request. Our portal also has a special catalogues section to allow professionals and operators in the sector to view in a practical way all the catalogues relating to the various products (furniture hardware, upholstery materials, furniture paints, etc.). In addition, to allow easy consultation of the products, our portal has reserved a product section, organized by categories, where you can find out about the technical characteristics, materials and functionality of each product. The video section, on the other hand, presents numerous video interviews given by professionals and manufacturers that report news, insights and informative content on the best technologies in the sector.

 

In addition, to keep you constantly informed you can also consult our Journal section which contains all the Furnishing Idea magazines dedicated to the furniture and furnishing industry, such as the edition dedicated to Sicam or Interzum, two of the most important trade fairs in the sector. The magazines can be consulted from the portal or easily downloadable in pdf format.

 

Thanks to the trust placed in us by many manufacturers, our portal is now recognized both nationally and internationally. In fact, there are already many internationally recognized and established companies in the sector, including the AIPEF group (Italian Flexible Expanded Polyurethanes Companies) which promotes scientific information on the use of flexible polyurethane foam in the sectors in which it is used.

European flexible polyurethane foam industry at the Europur and Euro-Moulders 2025 Annual Conference

European flexible polyurethane foam industry at the Europur and Euro-Moulders 2025 Annual Conference

In a situation of uncertainty, the need for resilience, adaptation and diversified supply strategies

Publication date: 25/06/2025
Company: Aipef
Vefer at interzum 2025: innovative solutions that combine sustainability, resistance, and durability

Vefer at interzum 2025: innovative solutions that combine sustainability, resistance, and durability

Constant commitment to research and innovation with the aim of offering cutting-edge and environmentally friendly solutions

Publication date: 18/06/2025
Company: Vefer SpA
Europur launches PUReLCA®, an LCA software for the flexible polyurethane foam industry

Europur launches PUReLCA®, an LCA software for the flexible polyurethane foam industry

Designed and developed specifically to calculate the environmental impact of flexible polyurethane foam formulations

Publication date: 06/06/2025
Recycla by Orsa foam: when polyurethane meets circular economy

Recycla by Orsa foam: when polyurethane meets circular economy

Innovate while reducing environmental impact, without sacrificing performance, quality and versatility for a more responsible production model

Publication date: 27/05/2025
Company: Orsa Foam
ORSA foam: Circular Economy and Innovation with Agglomerates H and R

ORSA foam: Circular Economy and Innovation with Agglomerates H and R

The company has been committed to reducing waste and adopting sustainable solutions for decades

Publication date: 17/03/2025
Company: Orsa Foam
Schattdecor decors at interzum 2025: trendy solutions for tomorrow's design

Schattdecor decors at interzum 2025: trendy solutions for tomorrow's design

A booth set up like an art gallery to present new products and give customers and visitors a clear view of the company's offerings

Publication date: 23/06/2025
Company: Schattdecor s.r.l.
Schattdecor surfaces at interzum 2025: clarity, expertise and passion

Schattdecor surfaces at interzum 2025: clarity, expertise and passion

A comprehensive package of products and decors to provide customers and visitors with precise and clear answers through an ever-expanding range of services

Publication date: 12/05/2025
Company: Schattdecor s.r.l.
Decors and surfaces from Egger's 24+ Decors Collection in a Capsule inspired by Milan trends

Decors and surfaces from Egger's 24+ Decors Collection in a Capsule inspired by Milan trends

“Milan - Evolving Harmony” a selection of coordinated decors and surfaces featuring natural materials and a muted color palette

Publication date: 16/09/2024
Schattdecor closes 2023 with a turnover of over 900 million euros

Schattdecor closes 2023 with a turnover of over 900 million euros

The Group continues to invest in innovative technologies and processes and an up-to-date product range

Publication date: 08/05/2024
Company: Schattdecor s.r.l.
Schattdecor Decorative Surfaces: new products and designs at interzum 2023

Schattdecor Decorative Surfaces: new products and designs at interzum 2023

The leitmotif that will characterise the stand in Cologne will be FREIRAUM, a space open to creativity and innovation

Publication date: 13/04/2023
Company: Schattdecor s.r.l.
FederlegnoArredo: first quarter 2025 slightly negative for the wood-furniture supply chain

FederlegnoArredo: first quarter 2025 slightly negative for the wood-furniture supply chain

The results, in line with the January-March 2024 trend, record -0.7 percent overall with no major differences between the domestic market and exports

Publication date: 20/06/2025
CSIL World Furniture Outlook 2025/2026 report: scenarios increasingly dominated by uncertainty

CSIL World Furniture Outlook 2025/2026 report: scenarios increasingly dominated by uncertainty

World furniture trade is expected to contract, seeing positive, albeit modest, outcomes only in 2026

Publication date: 16/06/2025
FederlegnoArredo: internationalisation tools are needed to explore new destinations

FederlegnoArredo: internationalisation tools are needed to explore new destinations

Exports of the wood-furniture supply chain ended 2024 at EUR 19.4 billion, down 2.1%, and the furniture macro-system contained its losses with -1.8%.

Publication date: 28/03/2025
Wood technologies: 2024 production records an 8.3 percent drop

Wood technologies: 2024 production records an 8.3 percent drop

At the level of competitiveness in world markets, Italian companies in the sector continue to play a leading role

Publication date: 21/02/2025
Wood-furniture supply chain: turnover at 51.6 billion euros, down 3.1 percent

Wood-furniture supply chain: turnover at 51.6 billion euros, down 3.1 percent

For Claudio Feltrin, a decline to be considered contained, however, given the current economic and geopolitical context

Publication date: 07/02/2025
European flexible polyurethane foam industry at the Europur and Euro-Moulders 2025 Annual Conference

European flexible polyurethane foam industry at the Europur and Euro-Moulders 2025 Annual Conference

In a situation of uncertainty, the need for resilience, adaptation and diversified supply strategies

Publication date: 25/06/2025
Company: Aipef
FederlegnoArredo: first quarter 2025 slightly negative for the wood-furniture supply chain

FederlegnoArredo: first quarter 2025 slightly negative for the wood-furniture supply chain

The results, in line with the January-March 2024 trend, record -0.7 percent overall with no major differences between the domestic market and exports

Publication date: 20/06/2025
CSIL World Furniture Outlook 2025/2026 report: scenarios increasingly dominated by uncertainty

CSIL World Furniture Outlook 2025/2026 report: scenarios increasingly dominated by uncertainty

World furniture trade is expected to contract, seeing positive, albeit modest, outcomes only in 2026

Publication date: 16/06/2025
MaTec - Materials and Technologies: an event to create new opportunities, relationships, and synergies

MaTec - Materials and Technologies: an event to create new opportunities, relationships, and synergies

Xylexpo takes center stage at the new trade fair alongside Plast to look to the future with a view to integration and collaboration

Publication date: 11/06/2025
Europur launches PUReLCA®, an LCA software for the flexible polyurethane foam industry

Europur launches PUReLCA®, an LCA software for the flexible polyurethane foam industry

Designed and developed specifically to calculate the environmental impact of flexible polyurethane foam formulations

Publication date: 06/06/2025

SOLOSOFF microfibre for seats, backrests and armrests

SOLOSOFF is a microfiber with characteristics of softness, smoothness and comfort, thanks to a fine and...

Natural surfaces for designer furniture - Ostermann

 Almwiesn Natural Surfaces With the natural surfaces in the Ostermann range, the unmistakable characteristics...

AQUAGUM® bi-component

AQUAGUM® bi-component is a blue or white water-based solvent-free spray adhesive, to be used with the...

TOPFOAM eco-friendly foam

From Vefer’s research, “TOPFOAM” is born, an eco-friendly foam (M.E.C.) high density and with sought-after...

Thermofresh of Pelma

An innovative material for design talentThe Polyurethane Thermofresh Pelma to participate in the second...

CM BRITISH STANDARD from Vefer

This range of products has been studied on purpose to pass the tests in conformity with the English standards...

Metalarredo at Sicam 2024: versatile LED lighting solutions to create emotional and personalized atmospheres


Metalarredo presents itself at Sicam 2024 in a booth that, through an immersive experience, proposes...

Omge presents important new products and technology for the furniture industry at Sicam 2024


Omge will present itself at Sicam 2024 with a new image and new products such as Axel, a rototranslating...

Interzum 2025: international stage for subcontracting industry novelties


Thomas Rosolia, managing director of Koelnmesse Italy, tells us what's new at interzum 2025, scheduled...

Sicam 2025: a concrete appointment where the protagonist is the product


Carolina Giobbi, marketing and communications manager, tells us what's new at Sicam 2025 scheduled in...

At Sicam 2024 Schattdecor with a new look and four new trends in furniture decors


Schattdecor shows at Sicam 2024 with a whole new look, four new decor trends and the best-selling Global...

Innovative technologies under the banner of versatility in Grass' proposals at Sicam 2024


Grass, a manufacturer of innovative technologies for the furniture industry, is presenting the Vionario...

Catalogue Ultramateria Ossicolor

Adhesives for wood and laminates by Frabo Adesivi

Meeting place for the family - La Vetrina 1 2024 Ostermann

RAUWALON wall seal profiles from REHAU

Adhesives for upholstery and mattresses by Frabo Adesivi

Ossicolor at interzum 2025: design, functionality, and sustainability for cutting-edge solutions

The company also presented its innovative and ambitious Ossigreen project, aimed at valorizing production waste as a secondary raw material
Category: Decorative profiles for furniture
Publication date: 10/06/2025
Company: Ossicolor S.r.l.

Hawa's Concepta III family of retracting door systems: flexibility and comfort

The easiest, most versatile and customizable solution combining intuitive design and cutting-edge technology
Category: Sliding door systems
Publication date: 05/06/2025

FGV at interzum 2025 in a new look that combines innovation and tradition

A new logo, a revamped exhibition concept and a range of cutting-edge products that focus on functionality, efficiency and excellent value for money
Category: Furniture hardware
Publication date: 26/05/2025
Company: Formenti & Giovenzana

Folder 90 folding door system from Salice: a smart solution for optimizing space

Versatile, functional and easy to install, perfect for furniture placed in niches or in settings that require a 90° opening.
Category: Sliding door systems
Publication date: 12/03/2025
Company: Arturo Salice

Keku docking, sliding and doubling furniture joints: now available from Ostermann

Practical connecting elements that can offer a quick and safe solution for docking, sliding and doubling panels or furniture elements
Category: Furniture hardware
Publication date: 22/01/2025
Company: Ostermann Italia Srl

European flexible polyurethane foam industry at the Europur and Euro-Moulders 2025 Annual Conference

In a situation of uncertainty, the need for resilience, adaptation and diversified supply strategies
Category: Flexible polyurethane foam, Economy, News and Fairs
Publication date: 25/06/2025
Company: Aipef

Vefer at interzum 2025: innovative solutions that combine sustainability, resistance, and durability

Constant commitment to research and innovation with the aim of offering cutting-edge and environmentally friendly solutions
Category: Flexible polyurethane foam
Publication date: 18/06/2025
Company: Vefer SpA

Europur launches PUReLCA®, an LCA software for the flexible polyurethane foam industry

Designed and developed specifically to calculate the environmental impact of flexible polyurethane foam formulations
Category: Flexible polyurethane foam, Economy, News and Fairs
Publication date: 06/06/2025

Recycla by Orsa foam: when polyurethane meets circular economy

Innovate while reducing environmental impact, without sacrificing performance, quality and versatility for a more responsible production model
Category: Flexible polyurethane foam
Publication date: 27/05/2025
Company: Orsa Foam

ORSA foam: Circular Economy and Innovation with Agglomerates H and R

The company has been committed to reducing waste and adopting sustainable solutions for decades
Category: Flexible polyurethane foam
Publication date: 17/03/2025
Company: Orsa Foam

European flexible polyurethane foam industry at the Europur and Euro-Moulders 2025 Annual Conference

In a situation of uncertainty, the need for resilience, adaptation and diversified supply strategies
Category: Flexible polyurethane foam, Economy, News and Fairs
Publication date: 25/06/2025
Company: Aipef

FederlegnoArredo: first quarter 2025 slightly negative for the wood-furniture supply chain

The results, in line with the January-March 2024 trend, record -0.7 percent overall with no major differences between the domestic market and exports
Category: Economy and marketing
Publication date: 20/06/2025

CSIL World Furniture Outlook 2025/2026 report: scenarios increasingly dominated by uncertainty

World furniture trade is expected to contract, seeing positive, albeit modest, outcomes only in 2026
Category: Economy and marketing
Publication date: 16/06/2025

MaTec - Materials and Technologies: an event to create new opportunities, relationships, and synergies

Xylexpo takes center stage at the new trade fair alongside Plast to look to the future with a view to integration and collaboration
Category: Fairs
Publication date: 11/06/2025

Europur launches PUReLCA®, an LCA software for the flexible polyurethane foam industry

Designed and developed specifically to calculate the environmental impact of flexible polyurethane foam formulations
Category: Flexible polyurethane foam, Economy, News and Fairs
Publication date: 06/06/2025