Mattress Gallery

Our Story

For over four decades, Classic Furniture has been a trusted name in the Charlottesville community, offering a wide range of high-quality home furnishings. Founded in 1982 by Robert and Jill Cox, the company has grown and evolved over the years, always staying true to its mission of providing exceptional products and service to its customers.

Our Beginnings

The journey began when Robert, a computer programmer, and Jill, his wife, started selling solid oak roll-top desks from a manufacturer in California through the classifieds in The Daily Progress. Encouraged by their success, they soon opened a showroom in the basement of The Hardware Store on The Downtown Mall. The space was shared with a friend who sold log homes, and the product line was expanded to include dining and bedroom furniture from a small company in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.

Growth and Expansion

As the business grew, so did the product offerings. In 1988, the company moved to a new building just across the highway from the previous location, allowing for the addition of more product lines and an increase in the variety of solid wood American-made furnishings. The business was renamed Classic Furniture in 1989 to reflect the updated product offerings and to mitigate confusion experienced by passersby who only saw "Antiques" on the sign.

The Mattress Gallery and Essentials Store

In the year 2000, Classic Furniture introduced its Mattress Gallery, a beautiful space designed to help customers find the ideal comfort for their sleeping needs. Concurrently, the company reopened its old location behind the Flaming Wok as The Clearance Center, where customers could find amazing deals on quality pieces.

Expansion and Growth

In 2005, Classic Furniture added Stickley and Brown Jordan to its offerings and began plans for the construction of a new building off Greenbrier Drive containing a mix of showroom and warehousing space. When the building was completed in 2007, the company opened its Essentials store and the new warehouse, increasing display areas to over 14,000 square feet. The success of the Essentials store prompted the company to open a second warehouse as an additional showroom in 2016, giving it the space needed to add a Stressless Gallery to its location on Premier Circle.

Today

Today, Classic Furniture has over 20,000 square feet of beautiful showroom space filled primarily with American-made home furnishings. The company continues to grow and expand to meet the needs of its wonderful community. Plans for 2021 include expanding the Stressless Gallery at its Premier Circle showroom and creating a beautiful new upholstery display in its Essentials location.

Commitment to Quality

At Classic Furniture, quality is paramount. That's why we carefully select our products from top manufacturers, prioritizing brands that meet our high standards of quality, materials, and construction. We're proud to offer furniture built in the United States and Canada, reflecting our commitment to supporting local industries and the environment.

Customization and Design

We understand that every home is unique, which is why we offer customization options for many of our furniture pieces. From hundreds of fabric and real leather options to custom designs, we encourage you to make your mark on your home. Our knowledgeable staff is always available to guide you through the design process, ensuring you find the perfect piece for your space.

Service You Can Trust

At Classic Furniture, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service, from knowledgeable staff to a non-commissioned sales environment. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your shopping experience is tailored to your needs and preferences. We believe that building long-term relationships with our customers is the key to success, which is why we're committed to providing outstanding customer service.