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Klaussner

American furniture brand founded in 1963, known for customizable sofas, sectionals, and recliners.

Last updated September 10, 2026

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Overview

Klaussner is an American furniture brand founded in 1963 by Stuart Love under the name Stuart Furniture. In 1979 it was acquired by German entrepreneur Hans Klaussner and rebranded as Klaussner Furniture Industries. The company expanded into case goods, bedding, and outdoor furniture, and reported $500 million in sales in 2009. After challenges in 2023 that led to a temporary closure, it was acquired by Jennifer Furniture and is making a comeback with a new lineup of sofas, sectionals, recliners, and accent chairs, emphasizing customization.

History

Klaussner was founded in 1963 by Stuart Love under the name Stuart Furniture, focusing on making high-quality furniture for American households. In 1972, the company began its first major expansion, moving operations from an industrial park to the Lewallen Street Plant. In 1979, it was acquired by Hans Klaussner, a German entrepreneur, and rebranded as Klaussner Furniture Industries. In 1998, it expanded into casegoods with the acquisition of Prestige Fabricators. In 2004, a 130,000 sq. ft. addition was made to the Klaussner International Casegoods Distribution Center, and on August 14, 2004, the company celebrated the 25th anniversary of Hans Klaussner's purchase. The company reported $500 million in sales in 2009 and held that number until 2013. In 2023, it faced challenges that led to a temporary closure, after which it was acquired by Jennifer Furniture. It is now making a comeback with a new lineup of sofas, sectionals, recliners, and accent chairs, emphasizing customization.

Products and positioning

Customization-focused furniture brand offering a wide range of upholstery options.

  • Power Reclining Collection

    Customizable reclining sofas and loveseats in fabric and full top leather upholstery with 100+ color options.

  • Stationary Sofa Collection

    Customizable sofas in fabric and full top leather upholstery with 100+ color options.

  • Power Reclining L Shaped Sectional Sofa

    Power reclining sectional sofa in 5 and 6 piece configurations with and without chaise, customizable with armless chair, armless power recliner chair, console, available in full top leather and performance fabric in multiple colors.

  • Power Reclining Fabric Sectional Sofa

    Power reclining sectional sofa 6 piece configuration with console, refrigerator cold storage space and wireless charger, customizable with armless chair, armless power recliner chair, console, available in full top leather and performance fabric in multiple colors.

  • Power Reclining Sofa with Music System

    Power reclining seats individually operated for personalized comfort, built-in wireless charging pad, USB port, integrated music system with control panel and speakers.

  • Leonardo Modern Sectional Sofa

    Modern sectional sofa in slate gray and camel, combining sleek contemporary design with comfort.

  • KLA-ELAN-ZS1065-3B Entertainment Center

    TV stand cabinet made of manufactured wood with pine wood species, black finish, accommodates up to 65-inch TV.

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