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What to Know Before Ordering Custom Wood Furniture
What to Know Before Ordering Custom Wood Furniture
Measure your room and doorways, expect 2 to 4 weeks of crafting plus 5 to 10 days of delivery, and plan for freight. Here's how custom orders work. Read more...
How to Choose the Right Dining Table Size
How to Choose the Right Dining Table Size
Leave 36 inches of clearance, plan 24 inches of table per person and pick a 28 to 30 inch height. Quick sizing rules for 4, 6 and 8 people. Read more...
Walnut vs. Oak Furniture: Which Hardwood Is Right for You?
Walnut vs. Oak Furniture: Which Hardwood Is Right for You?
Walnut is darker and smoother; oak is lighter, harder and more open-grained. Compare color, hardness and aging to choose the right hardwood for your room. Read more...
What Is Live Edge Wood? A Buyer's Guide
What Is Live Edge Wood? A Buyer's Guide
Live edge wood keeps the natural outer edge of the tree. Here's how slabs are dried, which species to choose and what to check before you buy a live-edge table. Read more...