50+
YEARS IN BUSINESS
50+
BRANDS
5
STORES IN NC
Legacy Born in 1966
Jim Martin, while employed at Glosson Freightways in Lexington, North Carolina, founded Transit Damaged Freight with his wife, Marybelle. Initially capitalizing on transit damaged furniture from factories, other trucking companies, and even the railroad, Jim's vision grew. Over time, he incorporated new furniture lines, scooping up discontinued ranges and close-outs, and offered them at unbeatable outlet prices. What began as a single store in Lexington burgeoned into six stores and two expansive warehouse buildings across North Carolina.
A Family Tradition
The early 2000s witnessed a leadership transition. Jim's legacy was upheld by his son, Jerry Martin, alongside siblings Tracie Landreth and Tommy Martin. This trio carried forward the mission of Transit Damaged Freight – delivering quality furniture at pocket-friendly prices, just like their pioneering parents had envisioned. Jerry's son, Jerome, still has a major role in the company today!
Reimagined for the Modern Era
In October 2020, the torch was passed to a new ownership duo: cousins John Browning and Timothy Barker. Still deep-rooted in its family ethos, TDF welcomed John's wife Tammy, daughter Emily, and son-in-law Garrett DeFries into the fold, both in spirit and management. Under this renewed leadership, we embraced change, transitioning to the name everyone recognizes today: TDF Furniture.
A Brand New Chapter
Our rebranding was more than just a name change. We've revitalized every facet of our stores with contemporary signage, intuitive layouts, and a state-of-the-art POS system. Infusing fresh energy, we onboarded passionate team members, established a refreshed company culture, and streamlined our processes.
If it's been a while since your last visit, prepare to be amazed by our evolution. Apart from the brands you’ve always loved, we’ve added exciting new names to our repertoire. Our shelves are restocked weekly, and with special orders available from over 50 furniture manufacturers, variety is guaranteed. Dive into our extensive brand collection [CLICK HERE].
A Commitment to Quality
When you step into our store, 85% of what greets you is brand-new, sourced directly from authorized manufacturers. The remaining 15% might be unique finds like factory closeouts, showroom samples, or discontinued items. For our online enthusiasts, every item you fancy on our website is specially ordered, ensuring you get 100% brand-new pieces tailored to your preferences. Plus, enjoy the luxury of our in-home delivery and installation services.
Immediate Satisfaction
At TDF, we believe in instant gratification. If a piece speaks to you, there's no need for prolonged waiting. Purchase it and either take it home the same day or schedule a delivery. After all, we're not a static showroom. We're an ever-evolving space where your home dreams come to life!
Contact us if you have any questions:
TEXT:
336-967-9428 - Texting number only
EMAIL:
(Lexington/Clearance Center) - contact@tdffurniture.com
(Charlotte) - liz@tdffurniture.com
(Spindale) - TDFSpindale@yahoo.com
(Wilkesboro) - TDFWilkes@yahoo.com
CALL:
LEXINGTON 336-248-2646
CHARLOTTE 704-392-8661
WILKESBORO 336-973-4124
SPINDALE 828-287-2268
CLEARANCE CENTER 336-248-2646
"We will continue to be the premier discounted furniture store in North Carolina. If you are looking for quality furniture at affordable prices, come see us!"
- John BrowningOwner/Vice President
- John Browning
Owner/Vice President
