March 2014 - Richard Oedel, Fine Furniture Maker

View Our Fine Furniture Through the “School of Thought” Exhibition

March 26, 2014September 26, 2016 by Richard Oedel

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…

Almost There: Advice for Selecting Your Type of Wood Finish

March 20, 2014September 26, 2016 by Richard Oedel

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,…

Caring for Oak: 3 Tips to Keep Your Oak Piece at Its Best

March 18, 2014September 26, 2016 by Richard Oedel

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…

Different Types of Woods Require Different Types of Cleaning

March 13, 2014September 26, 2016 by Richard Oedel

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…

Choosing Your Wood Type: Understanding What You Get With Hard Maple

March 11, 2014September 26, 2016 by Richard Oedel

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…

Bending Beauty: Secrets to Bending Wood for Furniture Design

March 4, 2014September 26, 2016 by Richard Oedel

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.…