Buying Amish Furniture

Choosing the Right Office Desk

Thursday, May 30th, 2013

An high-quality office desk is a furnishing that everyone should invest in. They are useful for writing bills, getting on the computer, reading, doing art projects and dozens of other activities. Of course, desks also add a decorative element to the room, filling it with a luxurious furnishing that really gives your home character. The only problem, however, is choosing one. With so many different desks ranging in size, material, shape and design, how do you know which one to choose? Don't worry, as we're going to walk you through the steps to choosing the perfect office desk.

Function First

When shopping for a new office desk, it's important to place function before style; otherwise, you could end up with a desk that you simply don't use. Ask yourself what you intend on using your new office desk for, and then choose the model best suited for the job. For instance, if you plan to setup your desktop computer or laptop on it for web surfing an...




Ordering Wood and Stain Samples

Friday, May 24th, 2013


You may request wood samples with their various stains, as well as upholstery samples, to plan the look of your furniture. Here we are showing a sample of Cherry with Medium Cherry stain. As you can see, the samples match the finished furniture reliably. Our website has pictures of our wood and stain choices for you to preview before requesting your samples. We also have pictures of upholstery and leather choices.


We loan up to four wood samples and four upholstery samples at a time. They ship within two to five days by First Class Mail. If you place a furniture order in advance, we ship within two to three days by Priority Mail so you may have time to make your choice without delaying your furniture order.




How To Hide Your Living Room Stereo and Media Devices

Monday, February 4th, 2013

A premium surround sound stereo system set up in the living room will offer you and your family countless hours of enjoyment. You can sit around the television and listen to true theater-quality as you enjoy a movie, or you can simply turn on the radio for some background music as you do household chores. In any case, you're sure to find enjoyment in a living room stereo. The only problem, however, is trying to hide the stereo so it doesn't create an eye-sore that takes away from your living room's natural beauty. If this sounds like a familiar problem, keep reading and we'll reveal how you hide your living room stereo and other media devices in a safe and attractive manner.

 

Amish Stereo Cabinet

Some people may simply leave their stereo, DVD players, cable boxes and other devices laid out on the ground, but this isn't ...




3 Tips on Using an Amish Dining Room Set

Thursday, October 18th, 2012

 

In terms of style and functionality, there's simply nothing that compares to an elegant Amish dining room set. Whether you decide to go with a cherry, oak or maple finish, it's sure to compliment your dining room in the best manner possible. Of course the real beauty of an Amish dining room set is the high-quality wood and craftsmanship that goes into each and every piece. Unlike furniture sold at most big-name department stores that's mass produced, Amish furniture is made with an emphasis on quality and not quantity. If you decide to use an Amish dining room set in your home, keep reading for some tips on how to get the most out of it.

 

Finish Color and Style

First and foremost, you should try to keep all of your dining room furniture the same type of color and finish. If you have a white oak hutch and buffet table, then a similar type of Amish dining room set will compliment the surro...




What To Look For in an Amish Entertainment Center

Thursday, October 11th, 2012

If you're looking for a high-quality entertainment that offers you the best combination of style and functionality, you should consider purchasing an Amish entertainment center. Although there are many different types available, all of them are made using only the finest authentic hardwood materials and construction processes. If you're interested in purchasing an Amish entertainment center, keep reading and we'll tell you what exactly you should look for in one.

 

Pictured above is our Harvest 61" Corner TV Stand from Schwartz Woodworking

 

The fact is that the entertainment center is the focal point in most homes. When guests and family members first come into your home, chances are they will sit down at a couch in the living room facing your entertainment center. For this reason, it's recommended that you invest in...




Amish Furniture Door Styles

Tuesday, September 25th, 2012

Flush Mounted DoorsThere's no denying the fact that a lot of detail and skilled craftsmanship goes into making Amish furniture. Whether it's a dresser, chest of drawers, hutch or just a chair, you can rest assured knowing that's going to have subtle details that make it stand out from the rest. One such detail that you'll likely notice is variations on how doors are constructed in Amish furniture. Unlike furniture that's mass-manufactured with particle board, Amish furniture has some unique details added to the doors that bring the look together.

 

Flush-Mounted Doors

One of the most common types of doors found in Amish furniture are what's known as “flush-mounted.” As the name suggests, these doors are constructed so they are flush with the rest of the furniture. Basically, this means that you can run your hands over the surface of the door and it will feel smooth with no bumps or indentions, hence the word flush. This produces a clas...




Comparing The Characteristics of Mission and Shaker Style Amish Furniture

Friday, September 14th, 2012

Although there are nearly a dozen different types of Amish furniture, two of the most popular are the Mission and Shaker styles. If you're looking for a timeless, elegant an all-around versatile style of furniture that can successfully be used with just about any home decor, then you should consider one of these. However, it's important that you familiarize yourself with some of their unique characteristics to make the best purchasing decision possible.


Characteristics of Mission Style Amish Furniture

Possibly the most common and widespread style of Amish furniture is Mission. If you've ever shopped for Amish furniture, chances are you've come across some prime examples of this style. Mission furniture is most easily compared to modern style, using straight lines throughout the design and construction with square corners and box-like shapes. You'll als...




Comparing The Different Types of Wood Used In Amish Furniture

Tuesday, September 11th, 2012

One of the features that makes Amish furniture stand out from the rest is the emphasis they place on hand-picking the finest woods available. It may not seem like it's all that important, but a high-quality wood makes a world of difference in terms of both style and functionality. However, the Amish don't limit themselves to only one specific type of wood, but instead they use a wide variety. Here we'll take a closer look at a few of the different types of wood used in the construction of Amish furniture.

 

Red Oak

 

 

One of the most common types of wood used to construct Amish furniture is oak. With that said, there are two primary variety of oak and it's important to not get them mixed up with one another. Red oak is found readily available in forests throughout much of North America, allowing for easy harvesting and processing. In terms of appearance, it features a light brown color with s...




How To Choose The Perfect Amish Dining Table

Friday, September 7th, 2012

The dining room is an area of the home where more emphasis should be placed on both style and functionality. An Amish dining table can help you accomplish this by creating the perfect atmosphere for you and your family to enjoy meals around. Their high level of craftsmanship and quality materials used in their construction creates the best dining experience you'll find. However, not all Amish dining table are the same, so you'll need to take your time and choose the one that's right for you.

 

Size and Shape

One of the first things that you'll need to consider is what size and shape you want your Amish dining table to be. Using a take measure, get the length and width of the available space in your dining room. You can then refer back to these measurements to ensure your new Amish dining table is able to fit properly. There's nothing worse than purchasing a new table only to find out that it's too large to fit once it arrives.

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3 Tips For Complimenting The Look of Amish Furniture

Wednesday, September 5th, 2012

By itself, Amish furniture looks sophisticated, stylish and functions well. This allows it to be used in just about any room of the house, regardless of the surrounding decor or style. However, in order to take full advantage of the true beauty and craftsmanship of Amish furniture, you should take the time to compliment it using decorative furnishings that highlight and emphasize its hand-crafted look. Here we'll take a look at some tips for complimenting the look of Amish furniture and reveal how anyone can do it.

 

Install Wood or Laminate Flooring

Have you thought changing out your carpet flooring for wood or laminate? If you intend on purchasing Amish flooring, then now's the time to do so. Amish flooring is constructed using only the finest pieces of wood available, and this is something that shows in the final product. If you compare Amish furniture next to another piece that's made of cheap particle board, it will simply blow it out of the water....