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Modern furniture favorite chooses trendy Dallas district for first Texas store

UPDATE: Room & Board opened to the public on May 25. Through June 30, a portion of proceeds will be donated to Dwell with Dignity, a Dallas nonprofit that helps families escape poverty and homelessness.

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Dallas shoppers who like to try out comfy couches and feel plush pillows soon will have a new furniture store to explore. Signs are already up for Room & Board, a popular Minneapolis-based retailer that specializes in contemporary furniture and accessories, which plans to open its first Dallas store this spring.

Although the company has been in business for more than 35 years, with stores in 15 cities across the U.S., the 12,000-square-foot store, at 4524 McKinney Ave., in the bustling Knox-Henderson district marks its first Texas location.

“We recognized Dallas as a viable market after receiving strong demand and positive feedback from our customers,” says Bruce Champeau, president of Room & Board, in a release. “The company has 6,000 customers in the Dallas area and is looking forward to opening a store in this design-centric community.”

The home goods seller boasts modern, relatively affordable living, dining, bedroom, kids', office, and outdoor furniture, plus lighting and rug collections, with 90 percent of its inventory made in America.

A selection of nearly 40 sofas is priced from $999 to $4,999. Prices for more than 40 rugs go from $49 for a 2x3-foot rug made with vegetable fiber to $3,199 for a 9x12-foot wool rug.

Shoppers also can take advantage of free design services, including furniture recommendations and paint suggestions, by non-commissioned design associates.

Room & Board expands to Dallas in spring 2018.

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Room & Board expands to Dallas in spring 2018.

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Closure News

Furniture chain American Freight to close all stores with 7 in Dallas

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There's a big sale going on at American Freight.

There's a huge sale on furniture going down right now, but for a sad reason: American Freight, a chain of furniture stores operating in dozens of states, is permanently shuttering all 328 locations, due to “sustained inflation and macroeconomic challenges,” according to its parent company.

That includes seven stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

The closing comes after its parent company, Franchise Group, Inc., filed for bankruptcy protection, according to documents filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware.

Store closing sales began on November 5, both online and at its 328 locations. Hilco Consumer-Retail is managing these sales for American Freight as the business winds down its operations nationwide. Significant discounts are being offered on the brand's full assortment of inventory.

Shoppers can save up to 30 percent off the lowest ticketed prices storewide. Available items include living room sets, bedroom furniture, dining tables, and a selection of scratch & dent and new in-box appliances, such as refrigerators, washers and dryers.

New inventory is arriving and expected to move quickly, so customers should take advantage of this prime opportunity to enjoy exceptional deals before it's too late.

"Our goal is to deliver outstanding value to customers during this full chain closing sale," said Ian Fredericks, CEO of Hilco Consumer-Retail. "Everything is on sale and must be sold, and we recommend shopping early for the best selection."

During the store closing sales, select American Freight financing and delivery services will remain available to customers, presenting a unique opportunity to shop exceptional discounts with the convenience of flexible payment and home delivery.

The chain has 39 stores in Texas, including 7 in DFW, all closing as follows:

1825 Westpark Dr Grand Prairie
2964 W Wheatland Rd, Dallas
109 N Greenville Ave, Allen
1215 Marsh Ln, Carrollton
1418 N Town East Blvd, Mesquite
401 Southwest Plaza, Ste 105, Arlington
1265 Town Square Dr, Fort Worth

Sale Details
They're offering up to 30 percent off the lowest ticketed prices on furniture, scratch & dent, and new in-box appliances. Discounts are valid in stores and online. All sales are final, of course. Shop now for the best selection while supplies last.

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