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.

igus high-performance polymer solutions: compact, quiet, environmentally conscious

Multinational group based in Cologne (Germany), igus develops and produces the so-called "motion plastics", i.e. high-performance polymers, lubrication-free, for applications in motion. Quietness, compactness, lightness and cleanliness are the characteristics of these high-performance polymers that ensure long service life without the need for maintenance and protect delicate materials such as leather, fabrics or wood from the risk of contamination by greases or oils. The motion plastics solutions from igus are used in a wide range of applications, from soft-close drawers to adjustable sofas, from kitchen wall cabinets to outdoor furniture, helping to improve the efficiency and longevity of movements even in extremely confined spaces.

 

Motion plastics for the furniture sector

Also this year igus Italy participates in SICAM, where it will present the wide range of high-performance polymer solutions, designed for the furniture sector. 

The offering includes several product families, including compact and telescopic linear guides, which ensure smooth movements even in applications with minimal space, and cable carrier chains designed for neat and discreet cable management in domestic and work environments. All components are available in various finishes and made from tribologically optimized materials to create durable and functional products that also pay attention to aesthetics. 

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The drylin NT-60 telescopic guide

Compact and telescopic linear guides for smooth movements

Among the novelties in linear guides, igus is presenting at SICAM 2025 the miniaturized drylin W solutions in size 06. Extremely lightweight and lubrication-free, these systems can be installed horizontally, vertically or upside down, fitting perfectly into applications in confined spaces such as motorhome furniture. They are available in different finishes: silver, black, matte and anti-reflective.

Another new product, the new drylin NT-60 telescopic guide, is made of anodized aluminum and equipped with self-lubricating bearings free of PTFE and PFAS. The sliding elements allow the creation of a tested telescopic system that can be continuously extended up to 2 meters. 

Finally, compatible with different types of wood, the drylin econ J4 bearings represent a versatile solution particularly suitable for the furniture industry. They ensure ease of assembly and disassembly, promoting material recycling and responsible disposal.

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The drylin econ J4 bearings

Discreet and elegant solution

Among the cable carrier chains, we find the new Office Chain OCO.32.37.0, the discreet and elegant solution for cable management in height-adjustable desks. Thanks to its one-piece design and the structure closed on one side, the chain integrates harmoniously into the furniture, ensuring order and a clean aesthetic even in the most modern environments. 

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Office Chain OCO.32.37.0 cable carrier chain


 

Rehau: constant search for new products and materials that are increasingly recyclable and sustainable

Priority objective the development of circular solutions to constantly increase the share of recycled materials and reduce CO2 emissions
Category: Companies: strategies and future
Publication date: 07/01/2025
Company: REHAU SpA

Rehau Italia celebrates 60 years in business

The Italian branch of the international group chose to celebrate this important milestone with customers and employees
Category: Laminates for furniture, Economy, News and Fairs
Publication date: 28/10/2024
Company: REHAU SpA

OMGE: new products and ambitious marketing goals for 2024

Customisation and customisation of products play a well-defined role in various sectors, including subcontracting for the furniture industry
Category: Furniture hardware, Companies: strategies and future
Publication date: 28/02/2024
Company: OMGE SPA

Omge sliding and revolving shelf mechanisms: creating space where there is no space

Versatile and functional, they offer multiple application possibilities in product design
Category: Furniture movement systems
Publication date: 11/10/2023
Company: OMGE SPA

Virtual trade fair: igus relies completely on the advantages of digitisation

Over 100 motion plastics innovations that improve technology and reduce costs
Category: Industry news
Publication date: 27/05/2020
Company: Igus S.r.l.

Mechanisms for extending tables Alutech Modula by Omge

Innovation and versatility for designers
Category: Extendable tables
Publication date: 11/09/2017
Company: OMGE SPA