Furniture Manufacturer
Universal Furniture
Casegoods and upholstery collections spanning coastal, traditional, and modern styling.
Independent homeowner reference. Total Home Fusion is not affiliated with Universal Furniture. Always follow the tag and the manufacturer's own instructions.
Overview
Universal's coastal collections land in a lot of Florida homes. Painted and light finishes look great here but show water marks and hardware wear early, so pads and prompt wiping do most of the work.
Background
Founded in 1979; today a broad casegoods and upholstery collection house.
Company Information
- Founded
- 1979
- Headquarters
- High Point, North Carolina
- Category focus
- Casegoods, upholstery
Product Categories
- Bedroom
- Dining
- Occasional
- Upholstery
- Home office
Construction Methods
- Veneer over engineered core with solid wood components
- Painted and stained finish programs
Materials Commonly Used
- Wood Veneer
- Painted Wood
- Solid Wood
- Performance Fabric
Cleaning Recommendations
- Wipe painted finishes with a soft damp cloth and dry immediately
- Avoid abrasive pads on light or painted tops
Care Recommendations
- Check drawer hardware annually; coastal humidity loosens screws faster
Protection Tips
- Felt pads under lamps and accessories on painted tops
Florida Considerations
- Painted finishes in bright rooms yellow unevenly — shade or film west-facing glass
Common Problems
- Water marks on painted tops
- Hardware loosening
Common Mistakes
- Scrubbing a painted finish instead of wiping and drying it
Warranty Information
- Limited construction coverage; finish wear from cleaning or sun is excluded