Reader Comments

David Leung,

President of RATANA International

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “Hearth & Home has been my go-to source for news and business developments in the hearth and outdoor furniture industry. It covers trends, news, new products, and business developments in the hearth, barbecue, and patio furniture industries.”

Gregg and Keith Guidry,

Owner & Manager of Percy Guidry Manufacturing, Percy Guidry Hearth & Patio, Cajun Grill

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home:

Gregg: “As a retail manager, the main reason to read Hearth & Home is to see the new products and trends. Also, to learn better ways to market, display, train sales staff, expand offerings, etc. To read what’s working in other markets, implement it, and see your company prosper is the greatest feeling.

“From a manufacturer’s point of view, the retailer has the pulse on the U.S. consumer, their wants and don’t wants. The retailer highlight articles are great resources. Hearth & Home also aids me in product design, where to expand, and where to eliminate.”

Keith: “Keeping up-to-date with current topics and products. H&H always has great content on marketing and suggestions on how to compete in this ever-changing marketplace.”

Dan Bonar,

Director of Sales & Marketing of ICC Industrial Chimney Company

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “Hearth & Home feels like it really has its finger on the industry’s pulse. Reading it gives me insight into my competition, my customers, and the industry as a whole. The industry numbers are helpful in planning, and it’s always exciting to see our products on the back cover!”

Karen Galindo,

Owner of Outside in Style

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “Articles are always on point with an eye to truthful reporting, not advertorial BS. Hearth & Home hits key issues and does not sugar-coat the truth. It shares openly and honestly the issues facing the industry today. It publishes a variety of news that is pertinent to all aspects of the industry. It’s real journalism. Plus, they are huge industry supporters.”

Pamela Clark,

Vice President of Sales and Marketing of Gloster

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “I like to know who is doing what. The published results of its surveys and studies show that it is a serious magazine. Lastly, I am still a consumer who enjoys the ads!”

Elaine Smith,

Pillow Obsessed President and Designer of Elaine Smith

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “When I started in this industry I was brand new to the ‘Casual Club.’ I related to the word Outdoor,
 but did not initially connect the meaning of Casual. Some of it was as 
foreign to me as football plays are still today! It was like a different language. Hearth & Home magazine was one of the trade magazines that became
 my industry ‘text book/dictionary’ for my Casual industry classes.

Everyone can gain by reading Hearth & Home. It keeps us in touch with each other, and discusses trends and happenings. I use it to train new staff members on what this industry is all about. Hearth & Home has a finger on
 the pulse of this ‘world’ and helps us better understand our specific challenges. It helps us to succeed together in this space.”

Joe Musnicki,

President of Ocean Spray Hot Tubs and Saunas

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “Hearth & Home has been an industry standard for keeping a watchful eye on emerging trends, new ideas, network opportunities, and event coverage.”

Gary Goodemote,

Owner of Friends of the Sun

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “It’s a great way to keep up on what’s new, to get a look at other peoples’ showrooms, and to keep tabs on new regs. Plus, it’s just plain interesting for us stove nerds.”

Diane Rossi,

Owner of DLR Management

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “It is THE premier magazine for the hearth industry, stays relevant with excellent writers and articles, and provides necessary information that any serious hearth professional needs in order to stay in business.”

Steve Pulone,

General Manager/VP Operations
of O’Malia’s Living

Reasons for Reading Hearth & Home: “I get a good idea of what’s happening with other retailers. It helps to know others are hitting the mark, or if they are trying new ways to get more dollars in the door.”