H&H Furniture is Closing Their Doors for Good — Liquidation Sale Happening Now
No sooner than we got news of the staple eatery in downtown Yakima, Norm's Restaurant, closing do we get word that a staple furniture store in downtown Yakima closing as well.
H&H Furniture, your couch potato headquarters, conveniently located in downtown Yakima right on Yakima Avenue in the building with that iconic Showtime marquee announced on social media that they're closing their doors and are holding a liquidation sale.
H&H Furniture has been serving the Yakima Valley for over 50 years. 54 to be exact. They're going out big with savings up to 70% off which includes everything in the store. Not just the furniture which includes couches, recliners, beds of all types, bean bags, and desks but also pictures, TVs, stereo systems, bedroom chests, fireplaces, and more.
They announced this recently and are getting ready for this big sale where everything goes on sale starting Thursday, April 13.
Many are shocked at this announcement as they've been in Yakima for so long. Keep an eye on their Facebook for updates as more come through on this. They'll be missed.
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