Tag: hardwood

What is a Platform Bed

A platform bed is a bed frame that does NOT need the use of a traditional boxspring with a mattress on top. The mattress can lie directly on the supporting structure which is most often made of slats or for some manufacturers- plywood sheets. Better quality platform beds have regularly spaced slats that support the mattress but also allow air to circulate into the mattress and keep it dry and comfortable. The spacing between slats can […]

Wood Variation

Since our hardwood is made in nature, there will be beautiful variations. At Dapwood, every piece we make is unique. Not just a bed frame, table, nightstand, nightshelf, desk or bookcase– but every piece that goes into that furniture. We source our premium hardwoods in various lengths with random widths. Our craftsmen inspect each piece of lumber and have to decide how to make pieces flat, straight, true, and free of cracks. Our craftsmen also have […]

Your Best Friend Deserves the Best

  Doesn’t your pet deserve the best rest possible- free from harmful toxins and VOCs? Dapwood offers the finest pet rest on the market with one of our Pet Beds. As with all Dapwood designs, made of sustainably-harvested, premium American hardwood, toxin and VOC free. Available 3 designs, 4 sizes (kitty to large dog).    

Working with hardwoods

I was helping in the shop today and I was reminded why we work with Premium American hardwoods. I was applying linseed oil to pieces for new tables and the wood made me stop and appreciate the natural beauty. I decided to take a photo of oak and walnut pieces that had oil on one half of it…. As you can see, the oil finish just enriches the natural glow of the wood grain with all […]