Manufacture of furniture

NACE code 31.00 covers the manufacture of furniture, a vital industry that plays a crucial role in the broader economy. Furniture production encompasses a wide range of products, from household items like beds, tables, and chairs to specialized furniture for offices, schools, and healthcare facilities. This industry is essential in providing functional and aesthetically pleasing furnishings that enhance the living and working spaces of individuals and organizations across various sectors.

The manufacture of furniture typically involves a combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern production techniques. Depending on the specific product, the process may include woodworking, metalworking, upholstery, and the use of various materials such as wood, metal, plastic, and textiles. Furniture makers often utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software, computer numerical control (CNC) machines, and other advanced technologies to streamline the production process and ensure consistent quality.

The furniture manufacturing industry relies on a variety of inputs, including raw materials such as wood, metal, plastic, and fabrics. Manufacturers also require specialized machinery and tools, such as saws, sanders, and upholstery equipment, as well as adhesives, fasteners, and other components necessary for assembling the final products. Additionally, the industry depends on skilled labor, including carpenters, upholsterers, and designers, to transform the raw materials into functional and aesthetically pleasing furniture.

The primary outputs of the furniture manufacturing industry are a wide range of furniture products, including 31.01 Manufacture of office and shop furniture, 31.02 Manufacture of kitchen furniture, 31.03 Manufacture of mattresses, and 31.09 Manufacture of other furniture. These furniture items are then consumed by various sectors, such as 47.59 Retail sale of furniture, lighting equipment and other household articles in specialised stores, 68.20 Renting and operating of own or leased real estate, and 86.10 Hospital activities.