Posts Tagged ‘custom furniture masters in boston’
New Furniture Exhibition at Historic Deerfield
If you’re thinking about commissioning a piece of furniture and want some inspiration, I definitely recommend paying a visit to the Flynt Center in Deerfield, Massachusetts. I’ve talked a lot on my design blog about how Massachusetts and the New England region played an important role in early American furniture design. The Flynt Center is…
Read MoreHardwood 101: What Do You Know About Black Cherry?
Since I feel that it’s very important that you take the time to research the various material choices available before commissioning a piece of furniture, I often use my design blog to highlight some hardwoods that you might want to consider using. As a fine furniture maker in Boston, I’ve worked with a variety of…
Read MoreWant to Know More About the Hard Maple in Your Furniture?
When commissioning a piece of furniture, you owe it to yourself to learn as much as you can about the various materials that can be used to create your ideal piece. I have a number of clients that opt to use hard maple in their furniture, likely because it’s very durable and finishes well. But…
Read MoreIf You See This on Your Furniture, You Need to Call a Professional
If you notice a scratch or scuff on your wood furniture, is it something that you should attempt to repair yourself or should you call a professional? As a fine furniture maker in Boston that is experienced in working with all types of hardwoods, I would highly recommend that you contact a professional if you see…
Read MoreAre Your Cleaning Supplies for Your Fine Furniture Eco-Friendly?
Now more than ever people are concerned about using eco-friendly cleaning supplies in their home, whether it be to scrub the bathroom floor or to maintain the beauty of their wood furniture. As a fine furniture maker, I understand that when you’re commissioning a piece of furniture, you are not only looking for a green-friendly process,…
Read More5 ‘Dont’s’ For Your Wooden Furniture
No one would dispute the beauty of wood furniture and it also can be extremely durable and withstand everyday wear over the years as long as it has been properly maintained. As a fine furniture maker in Boston, I’m often asked for tips for caring for wood furniture. I also thought it would be important to…
Read MoreAre You Cleaning Your Wooden Countertops Correctly?
Are you one of the lucky people that has a kitchen that features gorgeous butcher block countertops? If so, there is no doubt that you are the envy of many, as wooden countertops not only introduce a sense of warmth to a kitchen, but are also highly functional as well. But the challenge with wooden…
Read MoreThink You Know Everything about Your Wooden Furniture? We’ll Educate You
You may think you know everything about wooden furniture, but I am often surprised to find that many clients have misconceptions about what defines a quality piece of wood furniture and how to properly care for it. With this in mind, I wanted to take a moment to clear up some of these common myths about…
Read MoreAfraid of Bug Damage to Your Fine Furniture? We’ll Tell you How to Avoid It
If you are commissioning a piece of furniture, especially outdoor wood furniture, you want to make sure that your furniture is protected for the long-run. We’ve talked about how to protect your outdoor wood furniture from the harsh weather elements, but something else to consider is potential bug damage. Are you familiar with wood boring…
Read MoreHow to Seal Out the Elements for Your Outside Furniture
As the temperatures are beginning to cool down and you’re spending some time in your outdoor entertaining area, it probably has you thinking about your outdoor furniture (and if it will be able to withstand the harsh New England winter). As a furniture maker in Boston that has frequently worked with outdoor wood furniture, I…
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