The journey to buying quality solid wood furniture is like wading through the sea of particle board and poor-quality furniture designed to fall apart to reach the desired handcrafted furniture that will last a lifetime. The search for quality American made furniture.

Solid Wood?

Even though the labels say solid hardwood beware of the inside and unseen parts. Processed “wood” lurks ready to degrade over time. Stains and finishes hide the soft woods while solid wood edges hide the plywood veneer or particle board laminate tabletop’s center. Look for the tree’s growth rings on table edges to ensure solid wood.

Amish Furniture

The famous “Amish furniture” branding is often a label only and not truly made in America by craftsmen using solid wood. Check the furniture yourself to see where the furniture is made.

Tariffs on imported wood

The recent tariff wars have affected the furniture buying market. Prices for imported, often cheaply made poor-quality furniture, will see prices increase. US-based furniture manufacturers that don’t use domestic wood will likely see a 10 to 20% increase in price of their raw materials imported from Canada and Asia, says P. K. Kannan, PhD, dean’s chair in marketing science at the Robert H. Smith School of Business at the University of Maryland. How to Shop Around the Tariffs | Architectural Digest People seeking American made is not only patriotic but also practical.

Benefits of buying local and American made.

1. 1. Quality is higher – Manufacturers who sell directly to the customer ensure the highest-quality furniture is authentic. Made in our woodworking shop where you can see the craftsmen handcrafting your furniture.

    

   2. Sustainable – The natural hardwood is sourced in Pennsylvania not shipped from Canada or Asia. Pennsylvanian forests are the best for growing hardwoods like walnut, cherry and oak. The forests are managed well, expanding the natural resource for wood furniture.

    

   3. Custom – The ability to design your own piece of furniture allows you to create your own unique space instead of fitting into someone else’s idea.

    

   4. Support America’s Economy – Buying American made supports small businesses and local communities.

    

   5. Longevity – Heirloom quality vs mass produced.

    

Invest in American Made, Affordable Overtime

If you want furniture to last for generations, then invest in American made solid hardwood furniture. It will be more affordable in the long run.

Our goal at George’s is to work with our customers, creating heirloom custom furniture that fits your tastes and living space. Brouse our showrooms for ideas or bring along a sketch/picture to help design your new living space. While you are here, take a tour to see “Tomorrows antiques being made today”, signed and dated by one craftsman.