From Raw Wood To You

Amish furniture isn't a style, and "handcrafted" doesn't mean hand tools. Here's what Amish really means — and how to tell quality from the label.

Oak? Maple? Cherry? We break down the most popular woods for dining tables — no jargon, just real-world advice to help you find the right fit.

Shopping for furniture? Here are 5 things to look for before you buy — from spotting real wood to making sure the piece actually fits your life.

Picking out a piece of real wood furniture is exciting — until you get to the part where you have to choose a finish color. Suddenly you're staring at a wall of swatches thinking, "What if I pick the wrong...

If you've been shopping for real wood furniture — like, REAL real wood — you've probably noticed that some pieces come "unfinished" and some come ready to go. And if you're anything like most of our customers, your next thought...

Are you ready to explore the world of wood furniture? Whether you're a wood aficionado or just starting to appreciate natural materials, come along as we explore some of the most popular types of wood used in furniture. Our hope...

You've made the investment in your home and purchased real wood furniture, no more will you have to worry about a single ding in a particle board top bringing down your entire piece- but now what? How do you care...

For the DIY lover there isn’t anything much more relaxing and rewarding than finishing new wood furniture pieces! Here is a general process (steps may change depending on your furniture piece, wood type, and the finishing product you use. Please...

At the risk of sounding biased (I work at a wood furniture store in Clearwater, Florida) I have decided to undertake one of the questions people ask about wood furniture… Why buy real wood furniture? At the risk of ticking...