Furniture Maker's Notebook

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Wood and Materials

Hickory for Wood Furniture, Yay or Nay?

Related ReadingCompare cherry, walnut, white oak, and hard maple: our wood species guide → Is hickory wood a good choice for furniture? Well, if you're looking for a very durable domestic hardwood...

Brand StoryWhere to Find Solid Wood Furniture

Where to Find Solid Wood Furniture

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Custom and HandcraftedFaceless artisan planing wood with manual too

What Makes Handmade Furniture Special?

Related ReadingSee what goes into our handcrafted furniture: our handcrafted furniture → Last week, I needed to change a lightbulb in the dining room. Rather than retrieve that ladder from the bac...

Custom and HandcraftedThomas Moser, Renowned Furniture Maker, Leaves a Legacy of Timeless Craftsmanship

Thomas Moser, Renowned Furniture Maker, Leaves a Legacy of Timeless Craftsmanship

Related ReadingSee what goes into our handcrafted furniture: our handcrafted furniture → Thomas F. Moser, the esteemed Maine-based furniture maker, died peacefully in his home on March 5, 2025, at...

Care and EducationThings You Do (or Don’t) That Damage Furniture

Things You Do (or Don’t) That Damage Furniture

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Wood and MaterialsPerson holding wood tile

Paint Colors That Go Well With Cherry

Related ReadingBrowse more design inspiration from our workshop: our style guide → Chances are, you've got some cherry wood furniture or maybe even cherry wood floors in your place—and you're on a...