Seth Carter has been with DutchCrafters since 2020. Seth has won multiple awards for his work in Amish furniture while with DutchCrafters. He has advised and partnered with more than 150 Amish wood shops on furniture presentation, design, industry trends, product options, and the development of exclusive products. He is originally from Indiana and even lived in Amish country (LaGrange, Indiana) for an extended period of time while working with DutchCrafters.
He contributes to the Timber to Table Blog and has written content throughout the DutchCrafters website. Seth has a B.S. in Business Administration from IU-East and has owned Carter Family Insurance, LLC. since 2014.
Why the Dimplex Electric Fireplace Insert is a Favorite Among Amish Craftsmen It’s no surprise you will find the Dimplex Electric Fireplace Insert in some of the most premium, handcrafted pieces at DutchCrafters. What makes the Dimplex the go-to choice? One of our Amish builders exclusively uses the Dimplex Electric Fireplace Insert in their creations. You will find the Dimplex Insert on full display in the following stunning Amish entertainment centers. Let’s explore why Dimplex… What Makes the Dimplex Electric Fireplace Insert a Perfect Fit for Amish Furniture
Fireplaces are as visually pleasing as the warmth and comfort they emit in your room on a cold night. Gas and electric fireplaces have risen to prominence over the years, so anyone can have a fireplace, even if there is no entry point for Santa Claus. Fireplaces can be strictly aesthetic, or you may be looking for a stylish way to supplement your house’s heat. So you know you want a fireplace but now you… Gas vs. Electric Fireplaces: Which One is Right for Me?
Many of our Amish builders use the Classic Flame Electric Fireplace Insert for their Amish fireplaces. Today, we will get into why the Classic Flame insert is so popular with our expert craftsmen. Why We Use Classic Flame Electric Fireplace Insert Classic Flame’s Advanced 3D Flame® Effect: The patented technology of the Classic Flame insert provides what many believe are the most realistic-looking electric fireplace insert flames. The technology even makes the 3D Flames look… Amish Fireplaces: What You Need to Know About the Classic Flame Electric Fireplace Insert
Over the past few years, electric fireplaces have begun to overtake gas fireplaces in popularity. There are many reasons why the tides have turned. Electric fireplaces continue to dominate in 2025 due to their modern functionality, eco-friendliness, and sleek, solid-wood designs. This year’s top picks showcase not only the innovative features customers love but also Amish craftsmanship, premium materials, and styles that fit every home. Electric Fireplace Trends in 2025 Before we dive into the… Best Amish Fireplaces for 2025
Based on the average electricity cost in America, a standard 1,500-watt electric fireplace will cost $0.27 per hour. The precise amount will depend on how much you run it, your actual rate per kilowatt hour, and the wattage of your electric fireplace. Keep reading to understand how much an electric fireplace will add to your electricity bill each month. Electric fireplaces are a popular, energy-efficient alternative to traditional fireplaces. But how much electricity will one… How Much Electricity Does an Electric Fireplace Use?
DutchCrafters Amish Furniture has been in business for over 20 years and has completed tens of thousands of orders in the past few years. We reviewed close to 25,000 orders to determine Amish furniture’s most popular wood types. Today, we look at our order history to determine the most popular finishes for our third-most-popular wood type: cherry. Cherry Wood is the 3rd-Most Popular Wood Type for Amish Furniture Cherry wood accounted for about 14% of… 5 Best Finishes for Cherry Wood
DutchCrafters Amish Furniture has been in business for over 20 years and has processed tens of thousands of orders in the past few years. We reviewed over 25,000 orders to determine Amish furniture’s most popular wood types. Today, we look at our order history to determine the most popular finishes for our second-most popular wood type: brown maple. Brown Maple is the 2nd Most Popular Wood Type for Amish Furniture Not only is brown maple… 5 Best Stains for Maple Wood
When most people talk about “oak furniture,” they are referring to red oak. Unfinished red oak has a slight pinkish hue, and white oak has a beige-brown hue, making it darker than red oak. These two types of oak are largely defined by characteristics other than color, including grain patterns, density, etc. Climb the oak trees below to learn more! Table of Contents Rise of White Oak in Amish Furniture Oak is the most popular… Red Oak vs. White Oak: What’s the Difference?
Far too many Americans suffer from a squeaky bed. The creaks and squeaks can keep you up and cause you to require far too much caffeine in the morning. If you are here, then you are likely a victim of a squeaky bed frame, and you seek a solution. You came to the right place. DutchCrafters is the world’s largest collection of Amish furniture online. We know a thing or two about quality bed frames… 5 Steps to Fix a Squeaky Bed
Fast Furniture is Quickly Filling Our Landfills In 1960, we “only” threw away 2.1 million tons of furniture in the landfill each year. Nowadays, we surpass 12 million tons annually, and furniture disposal is becoming an environmental crisis. What is Fast Furniture? Fast furniture is toxic, cheaply-made furniture that is not fit to survive a move and is destined for a landfill near you. As its popularity has soared due to its low price, so… How Buying Solid Wood Furniture Reduces Landfill Waste
You read the headline correctly. An Amish Furniture retailer won the Best Contemporary Furniture Award in 2024. DutchCrafters Amish Furniture won Sarasota Magazine’s Best Contemporary Furniture Award of 2024. This win is significant for DutchCrafters, because we are proud to feature some of the best contemporary and modern furniture available. This award highlights what many people may not know. Many customers assume that Amish furniture is all old-fashioned, traditional styles. While we offer plenty of… Best Contemporary Furniture Award of 2024 Goes to Amish Furniture Store?
Outdoor dining and bar furniture is very popular in 2024. In this post, we explain what and why our customers around the country are buying these outdoor furniture styles. We even share some of our best-selling outdoor bar and dining furniture. Table of Contents What is Outdoor Dining and Bar Furniture? How Popular is Outdoor Dining Furniture? Top 3 Best-Selling Outdoor Dining Furniture Products in 2024 What is Outdoor Bar Furniture? Top 3 Best-Selling Outdoor… Outdoor Bar and Dining Furniture: What’s Hot in 2024
We sifted through thousands of Amish furniture orders since the beginning of 2023 to provide an authoritative list of the most popular solid wood bookcases over the past 16 months. Amish-made bookcases are lauded for their durability and reliability, which come with their solid-wood construction. Amish Appreciation for the Printed Book As we enter the digital age, more people opt for eBooks and audiobooks. The Amish will always appreciate printed books since you likely won’t… 5 Best Solid Wood Bookcases
Oak seems to be the wood type most synonymous with Amish furniture. Is oak the most popular wood type for Amish furniture? DutchCrafters has been in business for over 20 years, and we have processed tens of thousands of orders just in the past few years. We reviewed over 25,000 orders to determine Amish furniture’s most popular wood type. What is the Most Popular Wood Type for Amish Furniture? Oak was the runaway winner as… 5 Best Stains for Oak Wood
Amish porch swings come in all shapes and sizes. With the wide variety of options available, you might wonder how you choose the right outdoor swing. The first step is understanding the ins and outs of Amish porch swings. Consider this your comprehensive guide to outdoor swings. Topics Covered: Don’t forget to check out our guide to hanging a porch swing. How Much Weight Can a Porch Swing Hold? Most of our porch swings have… A Guide to Amish Porch Swings
