Why Bretford

About Us

Historically, ethically and artistically, Bretford has always been rooted in common sense.  But truth be told, common sense isn't too common.  It's the end result of thinking the unthought and doing the undone.  Common sense means taking a stand for what is right, yet not being afraid to take a seat and listen. This has always been the Bretford approach.  This will always be the Bretford approach.

Bretford designs and manufactures dependable furniture products that are built to last for decades and are created to improve how people work and learn. Founded in 1948 and headquartered in Franklin Park, Ill., Bretford Manufacturing, Inc. holds more than six decades of expertise dedicated solely to the design and manufacture of furniture solutions. With nearly 350 employees and 450,000 square feet of production space, the company offers smart furniture designs that support evolving technology, enabling institutions, organizations and corporations to increase productivity and efficiency. Bretford's superior workmanship and environmentally compliant manufacturing and operation practices ensure dependable products, many of which are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified®. Bretford products are backed by a 12-year standard warranty and the industry's best 20-year standard warranty on library furniture.

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