Workshop Journal

Crafts, tips and tales straight from our benches — written by the makers, for people who love wood.

Makers reviewing sketches for a custom commission16Apr 26 Guides

Ordering Custom Furniture: A First-Timer’s Guide

By Robert Michel6 min read Makers comparing timber colour samples19Mar 26 Guides

Reading Grain: How We Pick Boards That Last

By Douwe Carl7 min read Hand-finished timber shelving and interior joinery22Feb 26 Guides

Built-Ins That Fit Like They Grew There

By Robina Smith6 min read Our crew reviewing finish samples in the studio14Apr 26 Wood Care

5 Simple Habits That Keep Wood Beautiful for Decades

By Ashley Riordan4 min read Bright finished room with bespoke timber details28Mar 26 Wood Care

Oil vs Lacquer: Choosing the Right Finish

By Robina Smith5 min read A-frame timber cabin terrace with wooden chairs14Feb 26 Wood Care

Weather-Proofing Outdoor Timber, Season by Season

By Robert Michel5 min read Team sketching renovation ideas around a table10Apr 26 Ideas

Small Renovations with the Biggest Everyday Payoff

By Douwe Carl5 min read Two makers studying patterns for a refit08Mar 26 Ideas

Planning a Refit Without Living in Chaos

By Ashley Riordan6 min read Planning desk for the Maple Street kitchen commission07Feb 26 Ideas

From Spare Room to Studio: Timber Upgrades That Pay Off

By Ashley Riordan6 min read