What state provides the best furniture?
On One Hand: North CarolinaNorth Carolina, one of the nation’s original colonies, did not become a leader of furniture production until the end of the 19th century. The industry grew as furniture making slowed in the Northeast. The state, especially the High Point area, is well-known for its excellent craftsmanship.On the Other: Also MichiganMichigan has a long tradition with furniture making. Grand Rapids, specifically, was known as the furniture capital of the nation, providing domestic and office furniture for the Midwest and the rest of the country. Michigan’s centrality in the U.S. allow direct shipments of furniture to much of the nation.Bottom LineAlthough both North Carolina and Michigan have a rich tradition in furniture making, much of the industry has been moved to China for cost savings.
