Homecrest began as an offspring of a retail furniture shop in Wadena, Minnesota in 1953, when founders Mert Bottemiller
and Al Engelemann set out to build a better hassock (now more commonly known as an ottoman) than their vendors could
supply. They soon expanded their business into manufacturing with a growing line of indoor and outdoor furniture.
The original swivel rocker mechanism, patented by Homecrest in 1956, was at the foundation of the Homecrest outdoor
product line, which took off in the 1960s as Americans increasingly enjoyed backyard dining, entertaining and recreation.
The popularity of Homecrest products soared and distribution extended nationwide.
In addition to being one of the first outdoor furniture manufacturers in the United States, Homecrest was also the first
outdoor furniture manufacturer to use Sunbrella fabrics on outdoor furniture.
As retail sales prospered, distribution expanded into new markets including international, and contract for resorts,
restaurants and health care. The Homecrest product line also grew, with a stream of new collections, products and
innovations including: self-adjusting chaise, swivel rocker recliner and chaise, gliders, padded slings and
technically innovative fabrics, very low maintenance aluminum mesh, and the popular Comfort Recliner.
This 55-year old outdoor furniture brand combines a rich history of quality and classic design with today's
demand for affordable luxury and versatile living.
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