Posted by Christopher Brandt on March 11, 2011
THERE’S MORE TO HANDMADE FURNITURE
Furniture can (and should) be seen as more than necessary items to fill space in the home. Although furniture serves obvious function, furniture is one of the most significant connections we have to our home.
Commercial (mass produced) furniture is often more inexpensive and these days it might be hard for some to justify the cost of handmade products. Handmade furniture will add to your home in a way that can never be done by commercially made items.
Imagine the energy and pulse to be felt from eating at a solid wood dining table that was handcrafted. Then imagine eating at that same dining table 30 years later, with all of the added life it will have to exude from all of the meals enjoyed on it.
A piece of furniture created, piece by piece, by a craftsman has a warmth and soul to it that cannot be duplicated. It’s an appreciation for these special pieces and their tactile qualities that evoke an emotional response and enhance our daily lives.
Posted by Christopher Brandt on February 2, 2011
WAXING WOOD FURNITURE
"Wax is the wear and tear, abrasion layer of fine wood furniture."
We recommend applying a protective layer of wax to the finish of your furniture as an added layer of protection. Wait one month after receiving your furniture before applying wax to ensure the original finish is fully cured. Superficial scratches, dings and dents should then happen to the wax layer - not the original finish. You should use a high quality Cabinetmaker's wax designed for wood furniture.
You can make only two mistakes when applying wax:
1. You can put too much on.....Wax is a finish where less is better. Wax adheres with great strength to almost any surface, but does not bond with itself. Too thick of a coat won't dry evenly, resulting in a spotty sheen. When wax is applied and rubbed down to the thinnest possible layer, a water repellant and mar resistant surface that will not smear or collect dust is produced.
2. You can buff it out too soon....If you buff wax before it has dried, you just redistribute the wax.
Furniture must be clean and free of oil and grease prior to waxing.
Wrap a lump of wax in a soft, lint free cloth. Twist it into a ball then rub onto the surface. On large surfaces such as table-tops, we recommend using a circular motion to ensure the wax gets into the grain. When applying the wax this way, go back over the surface in straight lines, in the direction of the grain, to smooth out any ridges. If you see ridges across the surface, there's too much wax.
Allow the wax to dry, depending on product, about 5-15 minutes. The surface will become hazy as the wax dries and returns to a solid. With a clean cloth, buff thoroughly in a circular motion to ensure all surplus wax is removed. If the wax dries too much and is difficult to remove, just re-apply wax overtop to re-soften the wax. The higher the gloss you want, the softer the material for buffing you use.
Re-apply a coat of wax when you can no longer buff the coating to a shine. This will vary depending on the wear and tear the furniture receives. Table tops, which receive the most wear and tear, should only be waxed every 6 months to a year.
Posted by Christopher Brandt on December 10, 2010
M - F: 10 - 5 Sat: 12 - 4
Posted by Christopher Brandt on August 12, 2010
Woodcraft Design
is a second generation family business that has been
creating beautiful furniture since 1970.
We're Celebrating our 40th year with a SALE!
Come celebrate our anniversary with us.
Visit our showroom and experience the quality of handmade furniture.
Showroom items are 20 - 60% OFF!
We're looking forward to helping you begin the creation of the most
beautiful piece of furniture you've ever owned.
Showroom Summer Hours:
M-W: 10 - 5, Th: 10 - 8, Fri: 10 - 5
Posted by Christopher Brandt on March 23, 2010
Woodcraft Design is celebrating the launch of our new website and our 40th year in business.
We're excited to be taking part in the Edmonton Home + Garden Show this weekend for the second year in a row. The show was a big success last year and we're looking forward to sharing our passion for the furniture we build with many more people this year. We recently received a shipment of beautiful walnut and are using it to build an entertainment center to show off at the show.
Come and visit us at the show and receive a coupon for 10% off any order placed within 60 days of the show!
We've made some updates to our showroom over the last while and hope you'll come by and have a look.
We will be posting updates on a regular basis to keep you informed of any Woodcraft Design news. If you would like to receive our Newsletter, please sign up on this site.
Looking forward to seeing you at the Home Show!
Edmonton Expo Centre
March 25 - 28, 2010
edmontonhomeshow.com
For more information on our custom furniture or to get a furniture piece started with us, please contact us below.
