Posts Tagged ‘new hampshire furniture masters’
Annual Event – Currier Museum – Manchester NH – Sept 22nd
Every year the Furniture Masters have a big gala party – this year we are in Manchester at the Currier Museum, which has a fabulous collection of White Mountains art (think Cole and Bierstadt) as well as a contemporary side that stands up well to many larger, more well known museums. How about a photo of…
Read MoreAfter a long absence, Sept 7th open event @ NHIA
I know, it has been a good year since I posted, and I have been meaning to get back, but life has intervened. Indeed, the unfolding dramas in Washington DC have taken up much more of my time and attention than I would have liked, but that aside, I want to invite all of my…
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 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…
Read More5 Simple Ways to Protect Your Wooden Furniture
Some people are skeptical about commissioning a piece of wooden furniture to be made as they feel it requires too much care to maintain. The truth is that some of the finest heirloom pieces that have weathered the years are made of wood, and it really doesn’t take too much effort to keep your wooden…
Read MoreGo Inside the History of New England Furniture This Fall
The fall season offers a number of reasons to explore Massachusetts. As you begin filling up your calendar for the months ahead, consider checking out some of the furniture exhibits in New England. While they will provide you with a great opportunity to learn a little more about the history of our region, these furniture exhibits are also…
Read MoreInvite a Little Victorian Style Into Your Furniture Collection
I use my design blog as a resource for those considering commissioning a piece of furniture, and I often discuss a variety of styles to help offer some inspiration. If you take a look through my online portfolio, you will see that I have experience in creating fine custom furniture in a variety of styles.…
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