What does CFAS mean?

Commercial Furniture Advisory Service


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How long has CFAS been established?

– Established in 1987 as OFAS – Now t/a CFAS

– 30 years and still going strong


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What services does CFAS offer?

– Independent advice

– CFAS Publications: Journal (quarterly) and Mini Journal in May (CDW Special) and September (100% Design and London Design Week)

– Direct Mail services

– 8,00 named contacts for mailout database

– Targeted database mailout

 Live News Feed and Blogs

– Linked-in, Twitter, Instagram Updates

– CFAS Editor Picks and Email news

– Online product catalogue

– Product Database listing over 70,000 product ranges

– Inhouse Library of product literature

– Online Recruitment, vacancy advertising page

– CFAS homepage banner

– Printing & Design Services


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What is the CFAS history?

– Originally set up to provide advisory services and printed journal publications

– Developed bespoke Direct Mail service

– Developed CFAS website and online publications

– Developed social media services for publications and live feeds


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What furniture sectors are CFAS specialists in?

– Office

– Education

– Hospitality

– Contract Furniture

– Healthcare

– Recycling/Waste Management


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Who are the End Users of the CFAS services?

– Government Sectors (HMRC, MOD, Prisons, Local and Central)

– Education (Schools, Universities, Colleges)

– Hospitality sector

– Leisure Industry

– IT sector

– Transport

– Banking sector

– HR, FM and Procurement Specialists

– Architects, Specifiers and Designers


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Who uses CFAS?

– End Users

– Trade


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Why would I need CFAS?

– Time, effort and cost savings

– Grow Sales

– Reach vast relevant audiences, covering both end users and the contract furniture industry

– Access to Niche information saving time on research

– Identify new suppliers for cost savings and continuity

– Trial campaigns without costly investment for new markets


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Who are Associates of CFAS?

– UK Manufacturers

– Overseas Manufacturers & Agents

– Dealers and Resellers

– Component Manufacturers

– Fabric manufacturers

– Press & Public Relations Organisations

– Facilities and Procurement

– Specifiers, Architects and Designers


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Who is on the CFAS mail-out database?

Over 7,500 contacts, generated from Associates, End Users, attendees of events and seminars, individuals and organisations requesting publications and the inclusion on the CFAS circulation list.


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Can anyone become an Associate of CFAS?

Yes, there are no limitations on who can become an CFAS Associate.


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How can I join CFAS?

There are 3 different member packages available so something to suit everyone and every budget. Click here 


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What are the advertising rates ?

There is something to suit everyone, with a rate card and sample layouts to have a wide choice for company logos, best alignment for product images and greatest impact.


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