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Cantilever Side Table made of solid wood

A Black Friday Special with T.Y. Fine Furniture

As we head into Thanksgiving week, it feels like the right moment to pause and appreciate the people who make our work meaningful. Every piece we create starts with the hope that it will find a hom...

solid woodhow the mortise and tenon looks before joining

Why Mortise and Tenon Joints Last Generations

When you think of quality furniture, chances are you’re imagining a solid wood piece–a Hard Maple bed frame, a Mahogany desk, maybe a Cherry chest of drawers. The natural strength of hardwood gives...

walnut wood color combinations

7 Best Colors That Go with Walnut Furniture (2025 Design Guide)

Sitting as a finished piece in our workshop, walnut furniture is truly stunning. There's something undeniably special about it, with its dark color and beautiful grain pattern. But sometimes we won...

Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Furniture in a bright and airy room.

Give Your Bedroom That Mid-Century Modern Vibe, And Keep It Fresh

The Mid-Century Modern bedroom aesthetic sparks mixed feelings. Some adore it (like us). Some can't stand it. Many fall somewhere in between: they appreciate certain elements, but also want to avoi...

Top Furniture Picks for Entryways That Feel Like Home

Top Furniture Picks for Entryways That Feel Like Home

You might wonder why anyone needs to bother styling the entryway when it’s just somewhere people pass by. Yes, other rooms in your home may indeed need your priority more, but giving your entryway ...

How to Polish and Refinish Wood Furniture

How to Polish and Refinish Wood Furniture

The surface of your wood furniture tells a story. Those little scratches, dents, and faint water rings reveal the life it's lived—and yours, too. From time to time, though, we yearn for a fresh sla...