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Home-Appliance Buyers Prioritise Energy Efficiency Energy efficiency is the number-one attribute that consumers seek when purchasing new home appliances, according to a survey by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). While more than half of US homeowners (57 per cent) ranked energy efficiency as one of their top two considerations, safety was not at the top of the list. The majority of respondents admitted that they do not always look for a third-party safety certification, such as the UL Mark, on new appliances. Products that bear the UL Mark have been tested to UL's rigorous safety standards and are found to be free of foreseeable safety hazards. In the coming months, many consumers will consider purchasing new appliances thanks to the US government's USD300m (GBP183m) rebate programme, encouraging the purchase of energy-efficient appliances. The state-run programmes will offer cash rebates to consumers who buy new qualified home appliances. Homeowners and other consumers can...

Armour Home Launches Hotel Chairs For All Weather Armour Hotel has introduced a range of stackable weave chairs for all weather conditions, suitable for the hotel, pubs and restaurants market. Featuring galvanised steel frames and all weather wicker finish, these chairs are designed for commercial use/ They are robust enough to cope with the demands of a busy environment. Available in a range of styles, including diners and carvers, these generously proportioned chairs offer quality, style and affordability. They are fully water proof and do not require cushions. The chairs are fully stackable, so they can be easily transferred to wherever they are needed.