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In the DutchCrafters Frequently Asked Questions series, host Beth Rice is your guide to the world of Amish furniture. She answers some of the biggest questions about DutchCrafters policies, furniture customization, selecting your wood furniture options, and our shopping process.

Contemporary Style Furniture (DutchCrafters Furniture Style Series)

Contemporary Style Furniture (DutchCrafters Furniture Style Series)
This Contemporary Style Furniture video is the second release in the DutchCrafters Furniture Style Series, hosted by Beth Rice. It's time to dive in to learn all about a popular furniture style, Contemporary Furniture. What are the characteristics and features of Contemporary Style? Do Amish woodworkers make Contemporary furniture? And is it a good fit for your home? Let's get started. Basic C...
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Mission Style Furniture from Amish Craftsmen at DutchCrafters (Furniture Styles Series)

Mission Style Furniture from Amish Craftsmen at DutchCrafters (Furniture Styles Series)
Hi! I'm Beth Rice with DutchCrafters. It's time we dive in to learn all about one of the most popular furniture styles for Amish furniture, Mission Furniture, also known as Craftsman style or Arts & Crafts Furniture. What are the characteristics and features of Mission Style? Where and when did it get its start? And is it a good fit for your home? Let's get started. Mission Style Mission ...
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Live Edge Furniture Brings Natural Beauty Indoors

Live Edge Furniture Brings Natural Beauty Indoors
Live edge furniture is unique, stylish, and beautiful. But how is it made and what do you need to know before selecting it for your furniture? Let’s take a look. What is Live Edge Furniture? Live edge furniture draws its character from nature. This style grew out of the arts and crafts movement of the early 1900s that valued traditional craftsmanship and natural beauty. It radiates warmth, with ...
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Characteristics of Hickory Wood Furniture at DutchCrafters

Characteristics of Hickory Wood Furniture at DutchCrafters
Hickory is hard, strong, and durable, with an outdoorsy look and feel. Its distinctive features include knots and streaks, plus a unique color contrast. Let’s break down all you need to know about hickory wood furniture. Hickory Wood's Rustic Vibe Think of cozy rockers on the steps of a roadside country store. Or a solid wood bed tucked inside a log cabin. A strong, rugged wood that contributes ...
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The Characteristics of Elm Wood: A DutchCrafters Custom Option

The Characteristics of Elm Wood: A DutchCrafters Custom Option
Elm wood is bold and rich with character. It makes for fantastic solid wood furniture. But what does elm look like and what makes it unique? Let’s take a look. Elm Wood for Furniture Elm’s strength makes it a good option for furniture. It’s classified as a soft hardwood; elm wood makes dependable, lasting furniture, but it may sustain dents and scratches more easily than oak or hickory, for exam...
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All About the Oaks: Comparing Oak Variations for Amish Furniture

All About the Oaks: Comparing Oak Variations for Amish Furniture
What’s the number one wood type used in American-made solid wood furniture? You guessed it—Oak. At DutchCrafters, oak wood remains one of the most popular choices among our customers, and for good reason. From its durability to its distinctive grain pattern, oak is a timeless choice for handcrafted furniture. Why Choose Oak Wood? Oak offers a unique combination of qualities that make it ideal...
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Is Amish Furniture Really Solid Wood?

Is Amish Furniture Really Solid Wood?
Is Amish furniture really solid wood? Is there plywood in Amish furniture? We'll fill you in on all the details. Read on and we'll explain.  Is Amish Furniture Really Solid Wood? What do we mean by "solid wood?"Dozens of wood-based materials are used to make furniture. But the term "solid wood" refers to just two products: full planks cut from a tree (or full logs cut from a tree) and wood boards....
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What is Amish Furniture? (A Beginner’s Guide)

What is Amish Furniture? (A Beginner’s Guide)
What is Amish Furniture? If you’re new to the world of Amish furniture, this is the video for you. To put it simply, Amish furniture is any furniture that’s made by Amish people in America. But there’s a little more to it than that.  About the AmishYou may be familiar with the Amish—a Christian faith group that’s devoted to peace, humility, and their local community, who are slow to adopt and use ...
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Characteristics of Hard Maple Wood

Characteristics of Hard Maple Wood
Hard Maple is a fantastic wood type for furniture; and it’s among the most popular woods for Amish furniture. But is it the right selection for you? And what’s the difference between hard and brown maple?  Hard Maple WoodThe Use of Maple Wood in AmericaMaple trees cover the landscape of the Northeast and Midwest United States, and they can be found throughout the country. Maple trees are recogniza...
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Quarter Sawn White Oak Wood

Quarter Sawn White Oak Wood
Quarter Sawn White Oak is a very popular wood type for Amish furniture—but why is that, and how’s it different than traditional Oak wood? Let’s take a look, in this Quarter Sawn White Oak video.  What You Need to Know About Quarter Sawn White Oak WoodQuarter Sawn White Oak, also referred to as “Quarter Sawn,” is a popular type of lumber for furniture—particularly Mission style furniture. But how’s...
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