Archive for March 2014
View Our Fine Furniture Through the “School of Thought” Exhibition
The New Hampshire Furniture Masters host a number of events and exhibitions throughout the year that are ideal to attend. For those that are passionate about the art of furniture making, or who are considering commissioning a custom piece of furniture, a great event that runs through May 30 is the “School of Thought” Exhibition Series:…
Read MoreAlmost There: Advice for Selecting Your Type of Wood Finish
A question that I often hear from my clients is what type of wood finish to select, and the answer really depends on how they plan on using the piece of furniture. When it comes to wood finishes, there are so many different options to consider: waxes, oils, varnishes, shellacs, lacquers and water based finishes.…
Read MoreCaring for Oak: 3 Tips to Keep Your Oak Piece at Its Best
A question that I often hear from my clients is how to care for their wood furniture. Since I work with a wide variety of woods, my answer will naturally depend on which type of wood the furniture is made from. Today I would like to address how to care for oak furniture. When commissioning a…
Read MoreDifferent Types of Woods Require Different Types of Cleaning
While many people may not realize it, different wood types actually require different cleaning techniques to allow them to extend their livelihood and maintain their beauty. Since I often receive questions about cleaning wooden furniture, I thought I would take a moment to address this topic. First of all, you should dust your wooden furniture…
Read MoreChoosing Your Wood Type: Understanding What You Get With Hard Maple
One of the most daunting tasks of commissioning a piece of fine furniture is to determine what type of material that it should be constructed with. If you are interested in wood furniture, there are so many different types of wood to consider, and each have their own pros and cons. I often use my…
Read MoreBending Beauty: Secrets to Bending Wood for Furniture Design
When it comes to wood furniture design, there are so many styles to take into consideration before you make the decision to commission a custom piece. This is why I always recommend that my clients first check out some of the great furniture exhibitions happening around the region for inspiration. I often share these upcoming…
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