Welcome to the Furniture Industry Research Association

Supporting the entire furniture supply chain
The Furniture Industry Research Association supports the entire furniture supply chain, across all sectors. Hundreds of members already benefit from access to unrivalled knowledge, helping to keep them informed and providing guidance on compliance.
Membership is open to all, with different types of membership for retailers, manufacturers and international organisations. By joining you will be supporting research and highlighting your company's commitment to raising standards across the furniture industry.
Further benefits include preferential rates on solutions offered by our service provider, FIRA International.
Latest news

The 'why' and 'how' of flammability testing for domestic and contract furniture, with open Q&A
Webinar hosted by our service provider, FIRA International

New website for our service provider, FIRA International
We've 'shared' a web presence since 1999, but now our service provider has a new website

'New' flam regs, OPSS update on scope, essential safety requirements and labelling
OPSS have been talking to experts, academia, fire services, Trading Standards, PHE and the Environment Agency

Updated Electrically Actuated Domestic Furniture Guide
This updated guide to the Regulations’ includes amendments related to Brexit and associated legislation changes including the UKCA mark

Webinar: Demystifying the flammability regulations
Playback available, which centers on regulations for furniture and beds, across domestic and contract markets

REACH: New Chinese consumer goods standard restricts 117 chemicals
The requirements come into force on 1st June 2021

UK / Ireland flammability regulations clarification
Upholstered furniture that meets UK fire safety regulations will continue to be accepted in Ireland post Brexit

BFC Calls on Chancellor to Extend Help to Furniture Industry
Calls for the Chancellor to extend government help to the sector in his March 3 budget

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Recorded training on key topics
To help members navigate regulations, directives and standards
UKCA & UKNI marking guidance
This 36 page guide has been published to support members in navigating the new complexities it brings
Home working guides
As more people are working from home on a regular or permanent basis, setting up an ergonomic workspace in the home is more important than ever
Search the standards database
Comprehensive database of all current standards, search by standard number or product type
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Become a Member
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The 'knowledge hub'
The gateway to all our knowledge - find guides, research, publications and more
Standards Update Report - Dec 2020
Details of new standards, standards in development and ones under discussion
FIRA International services
Visit the website of our service provider, FIRA International