FAQ

Yes, we always use solid hardwoods in all our pieces, which ensures lasting quality, beautifully unique grain figuring and integrity throughout. We love this beautiful natural material, which is an absolute joy to work with and we think this shows in our work.

We also use other accent materials when required- such as metal, glass and textiles.

Provenance of materials is important to us so we always try to use native hardwoods from local timber yards, sawmills, tree surgeons and land owners. This is much more sustainable than importing wood from abroad. It reduces carbon emissions significantly, supports local business and supports the UK timber industry, which encourages better management of diverse native woodlands.

We always try to hand pick each slab and plank of timber to ensure its quality and colour matching. And we love getting out amongst the stacks of material and building a relationship with our suppliers.

Often we know the location of where the tree was felled and why, especially if it is a special old tree. We believe this adds a depth to the story of each piece.

We believe this adds so much more unique, interesting character to each piece and gives insight into the life of the tree and what it endured. It increases the yield of wood that can be used and so reduces waste significantly.

Usually these natural defects are cut out of the wood when making furniture as they are seen as inferior.

Every piece of wood is closely inspected and assessed for its suitability for each project. Natural splits and cracks are stabilised with a combination of resin and dovetail keys that are set deep into the wood. This not only ensures that there will be no further movement or splitting, but adds more contrast and a signature mark of true craftsmanship.quality and can be difficult to work with. By being creative with these features and taking time and great effort to include them adds so much richness, character and soul.

No, we take great care to remove the bark and sand the natural waney edges smooth, to ensure it’s not only practical but beautifully tactile. This takes time and great effort but it so worth it when you see the sensuous flowing curves contrasted with the crisp angular forms of other components parts in the design. Sometimes it is necessary to cut off some particularly curvy areas of the waney edge that protrude out too much to be practical (such as a with a table top). This is done obviously and confidently with an angular cut, which creates contrast and narrative.