Training
Introduction to Beds Course
New to the industry? No matter your role, the Intro to Beds course is for you.
Produced by our bed industry experts, our free training module will help you to get a better understanding of:
• Size of the UK bed market and other key facts and figures
• Major groups and their brands
• Good working knowledge of the different types of products available
• A-Z of common terms
• What the NBF is and its Code of Practice – including the importance of UK bed manufacturers and suppliers and being NBF-approved
– and more!
Whether you are in your first retail job selling beds, working in a warehouse for a UK bed manufacturer or supplier, or an experienced furniture buyer wanting to brush up on your knowledge, this is the perfect induction course to fast-track your learning.
Why not make it a part of your company’s induction?
Product images and videos used courtesy of NBF member companies.
We welcome any feedback you have on the training module – negative or positive! info@bedfed.org.uk
Updated July 2025 with the latest consumer research data.
Introduction to Beds
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Alternatively you can download the Introduction to Beds Course. If viewing the Introduction to Beds PDF online, we recommend you ‘right-click’ any hyperlinks to avoid losing your place when taken off the page.
Bed-Specific Sales Training
More bed sales. Guaranteed.
The National Bed Federation is delighted to partner with award-winning sales training provider Furniture Sales Solutions (FSS).
NBF Retail Champions who have upgraded to the enhanced benefits package can access a 10% discount on the powerful, proven bed-specific sales training solution.
The training can help you increase your:
- Sales
- Conversion rate
- Profitability
- Average order values
And improve your:
- Confidence & competence of salespeople
- Customer satisfaction & trust
- Consistency of customer conversations
- Product knowledge & presentation skills
- Motivation & engagement
Watch these training clips to give you a taste of what you’ll learn with Furniture Sales Solutions.
The UK’s only bed-specific sales model is built on Consistency, Control, Confidence, Conviction, and Closing, and can be delivered wherever your sales team sell: in-store, in-person or online 24/7.
Careers Support
Progress your career in the bed industry
From apprenticeships to upskilling in your current role, there is a job for everyone in the bed industry. You can even gain qualifications whilst in your role. Find out more about the opportunities available.
Join the NBF
Be part of our award-winning trade association for the UK & Ireland's bed industry
