Our Solutions

Traditional Irish woodworking services for restoration, creation, and craft education

Furniture Restoration

Antique Irish furniture carries history in its wood and construction. We restore these pieces with respect for their origins and an understanding of traditional techniques.

Our restoration work begins with assessment. We examine joints, identify wood species, evaluate finish damage, and determine structural issues. This tells us what the piece needs and what it can tolerate.

  • Structural repairs using traditional joinery methods
  • Wood replacement with period-appropriate Irish hardwoods
  • Finish restoration preserving original patina where possible
  • Conservation of decorative elements and turned details
  • Documentation of work performed for future reference

We work on dining tables, chairs, cabinets, sideboards, and other pieces from Irish homes. Each restoration maintains the furniture's character while ensuring it functions properly for continued use.

Antique Irish furniture being carefully restored in workshop

Custom Woodturning

The lathe transforms wood through rotation and cutting tools. Traditional Irish turning includes bowls, spindles, finials, and decorative elements that appear in furniture and standalone pieces.

We work with Irish ash and oak on the lathe, understanding how each wood cuts and finishes. Ash turns smoothly with its open grain. Oak requires sharp tools and patience but yields beautiful ray fleck patterns.

  • Bowls and vessels from single pieces of Irish hardwood
  • Furniture spindles matching historical patterns
  • Table and chair legs with traditional profiles
  • Finials and decorative turnings for restoration projects
  • Custom designs developed from your specifications

Turning work ranges from replacement parts for restoration projects to standalone decorative pieces. Each item receives appropriate finish treatment to protect the wood and enhance its natural appearance.

Woodturning lathe shaping Irish oak piece

Bespoke Furniture

Custom furniture built to your requirements using traditional construction methods. We create dining tables, chairs, cabinets, and other pieces from Irish hardwoods.

The commission process starts with discussion. We need to understand how you'll use the piece, where it will live in your home, and what aesthetic you prefer. This shapes material selection and design decisions.

  • Dining tables sized for your space and family needs
  • Chairs designed for comfort and traditional construction
  • Storage furniture with functional interior layouts
  • Occasional tables and accent pieces
  • Designs incorporating turned elements and traditional joinery

We build furniture meant to last. Mortise and tenon joints. Dovetails. Proper wood movement allowances. Natural oil finishes that can be maintained over time. Construction methods proven through centuries of Irish furniture making.

Custom Irish oak dining table being constructed in workshop

Materials We Use

Irish Oak

Dense and durable with prominent ray fleck figure. Excellent for structural furniture and pieces requiring strength. Ages to a rich brown color. Traditional choice for Irish furniture through centuries.

Irish Ash

Strong yet flexible with attractive open grain. Turns well on the lathe. Takes finish beautifully. Used historically for chair parts and items requiring resilience. Light color with subtle grain patterns.

We source these hardwoods from Irish forests managed for sustainable harvest. Wood is air-dried and then kiln-dried to appropriate moisture content for furniture construction. Each board is selected for grain pattern and structural integrity.

Working Together

Initial Contact

Reach out by phone or email. Describe what you need, whether restoration of an existing piece or creation of something new. We'll arrange a time to discuss the project in detail.

Assessment or Design

For restoration, we examine the piece to determine scope of work. For new commissions, we develop design concepts and material recommendations based on your requirements and our experience.

Proposal

We provide a clear description of work to be performed, timeline estimate, and cost. You'll understand what we're proposing before any work begins. Questions are welcome at this stage.

Execution

Work proceeds in the workshop. We keep you informed of progress and any issues discovered during restoration or construction. Changes requiring your input are discussed before proceeding.

Completion

Finished pieces are prepared for delivery or pickup. We explain any care requirements and answer questions about the work performed. Our goal is furniture you'll use and appreciate for years.