by Juanita | Jan 16, 2025 | George's Furniture, RV accessories, RV Furniture, Tables
Rick Reppert came and asked up to help with the challenges of space in their Class A RV. This is the transcript of RV Extension Table Customer Review Video
RV Space problem
Our Rv was remanufactured in the dining area. The table itself is too wide. When my wife is trying to fill the refrigerator and packing for camping, she must squeeze through the small space between the table and kitchen counter. She is hitting her hips on the table all the time. We could not downsize the table because we need that size of table. So, we were looking for someone to be able to first of all match the quality of the woodwork that matches the coach itself and second of all to have an extendable table. We came to Georges, and they came up with a solution.
RVs packed so tightly
It turns out that this is a common problem, especially in the new coaches, they are built so tight. They pack everything into the space that they have. The trouble is, they try to put too much stuff in. When you are trying to get back in the area you are trying to pack, you find out you have to wiggle your way back. However, you need the larger table for when someone is camping with you. If someone is sleeping on the sofa in the front and they need to get back to the bathroom, it is a problem that we often have.
Georges designs solution
Georges was nice enough to design something that will work excellently for us and matched the quality of the woodwork. This coach was remanufactured in California. This booth itself was good quality but the table was nowhere near the quality of the woodwork in the coach. We are very thankful to Georges. They did a very nice job.
First find out about Georges?
We were here about 20 years ago and bought a lamp. Purchased an expanding table that could seat 12 people so that we could seat our children and grandchildren for Thanksgiving and Christmas. We don’t have enough space in our house to fully extend the table, but we have 6 leaves and can seat 12 people. I really like the quality of craftsmanship that they have at Georges. First rate. You talk to these people, and they are more and willing to help you. It is built to last and last and last. Top Rate.
Process like for you?
First of all, we called to make sure Georges was available when we were in the area camping. We met Anthony and he sat down with us, and he said, “We will be able to do this”. There were some things that we needed to work through like keeping the existing pedestal, and need for extensibility yet space to be able to pass through with the slides in.
We worked the details, received a quote and I brought in my RV. They said it would take a week. With my schedule I could not get back right away. So, it stayed here for 2 weeks. So, we found a date when we could come out and pick up our RV and now, we are going to go and enjoy our RV.
A safe place to park the RV?
Yes plenty of space to park the RV, plenty of room to get in here, and they are a member of Harvest Host. 
If you want to come for a tour, you can come bring your motorhome, a travel trailer, or your 5th wheel. They will be glad to give you a tour.
Interviewer: We had several Harvest Host’s visit us. Our woodshop and showroom is located in Lancaster County, PA on a 12 acre lot that is out in the country, surrounded by cornfields.
Some of our guests have seen hay being cut and baled up and learn a lot about the Lancaster County culture that we have here. Plenty of space maneuver a RV’s. We have tractor trailer trucks that deliver our raw lumber and charter buses that come for wood shop tours.
Oh! You don’t have to worry about noise when you are sleeping. We came into Lancaster County during rush hour. If you listen closely, this is the most that you will hear. (Birds singing) This is “Lancaster County rush hour”. When we put the slide out that’s the most noise you will hear except those birds singing.
Built and Signed by One Craftsman
Interviewer: Let’s tour the property a little bit. Here is the showroom. The red building is where we build our furniture. A unique thing about our furniture is that each craftsman will build one piece of furniture from start to finish. We work with the customer to learn their exact desires and needs for the RV.
New Extending Table Revealed
Now we are going to see what the new RV extending table looks like. We are going to keep the slides in to see if there is space for Mrs Ruppert to move around while she is packing up her RV. Here she is with her new table. Look at the space!
“Now I don’t have to turn sideways to pass between the table and kitchen counter. The table corner is round so that I won’t hit my hip,” commented Mrs Reppert.
Water Resistant finish
Once the slide is extended out, the table is extended. See the craftsman signature on top of the center leg and notice the water resistant clear finished is protecting the cherry wood. A 24” leaf is inserted.
How many people can you seat?
We have two foldable seats that we have under the bed that can go right here and we can have a third one here. So now we will be able to have two, four, six people here instead of just two people. The most important thing was the clearance between the table and counter.
Where you will store the leaf?
“I think I will put that back in the closet”.
Interviewer: It is good to have our table leaves stored upright with air circulation.
6 people comfortably around the table.
This will sleep one person on the couch, two people on the couch bed and one in the table area. So, if we had all those people here, we could have six people around the table.
“It is excellent work. Wonderful.”
Anything else you would like to say to RVers?
If you have any clearance problems in your coach, certainly give George’s Furniture a call. They are willing to work with your schedule and you will be very, very happy with the results.
Interviewer: We have converted the TV area into storage shelves for extra space. Come on out, take a tour our woodshop and see how we can help you with your RV space challenges.
by Juanita | Nov 29, 2024 | Ava Lee's History Corner, customer experience, Furniture Care, George's Furniture, Georges Difference, Tables
Solid hardwood will receive dents and scratches over the years of hard use. While the dents can be raised out (see instructions for minimizing dents), the accumulation over time may require refinishing – complete sanding and a new finish. Some people like those “memory marks” on their table while others want to see their old table new again. Not only are Georges Furniture tables protected with a durable water-resistant finish they can be refinished after years of hard use.
Refinished
After 18+ years of enjoying their Georges Furniture table, Rob and Melinda wanted to refinish their beloved table. They also loved the two-tone style, where we used two different stains or a combination of two different woods and stains. While we refinished their table we added a different stain to parts of the table for a two-tone look.
Word of Mouth
How did Rob and Melinda first find out about George’s quality handcrafted furniture. A different way. Yes, word of mouth is a great way to share the discovery of quality handcrafted furniture in Lancaster County, PA. One day a contractor who was doing work at a post office started a conversation with Rob, who drove a truck with the postal service. Rob shared his quest for quality furniture and the contractor said you must check out Georges Furniture in Marietta, PA near Maytown.
Narrow Table Search
Rob and Melinda searched around the furniture stores for a narrow table to fit in their space. 38-inch-wide table is not an easy size to find. They wanted to use some money that their mother gave to them. It is hard to find quality craftsmanship and custom sizes.
Love at first sight
The minute they walked into George’s showroom they knew this was what she was looking for in size and quality. To be able to customize everything was unheard of in normal furniture stores. Rob and Melinda spent hours looking over the many options and decided on a perfect size, wood, leg style and edge. She gets compliments on the long overhang on the ends of her table. This space is great for the ladies who like to cross their legs. The tabletop needed to be wide enough to fit a meat platter and two dinner plates yet still small enough to fit in their dining area.
High Lights
Melinda remembers what impressed her most about Georges Furniture.
- Strength Test – 13 People standing on top of an extension table.
- A table that kept on extending – up to 21 feet.
- Wood shop tour
- Top quality craftsmanship
- Attention to detail
During deliver the delivery man accidentally scratched the table with his watch and took it back to be repaired. Melinda questioned why the table even needed to go back.
Customer Service
“The customer service is top notch.” -Melinda.
From visiting the showroom and wood shop to exploring the details of furniture on the order. We design, build and deliver our furniture. The service exceeds expectations.
by Juanita | Nov 1, 2024 | Ava Lee's History Corner, buffet, Chair, customer experience, Customization, George's Furniture, Georges Difference, Tables, Wedding Registry
We never know how our customers first discover the exceptional quality at Georges Furniture. Is it through a friend, craft shows, website, picking up a brochure in Lancaster County or PA visitor centers?
“Tripped” over a Table”
Tom and Teresa will not forget their experience for a long time. They were attending a craft show at Gaithersburg, Maryland. The fairgrounds included multiple buildings and outside horse stalls and barns. Tom recalls walking through the various craft vendors, distracted by the individual crafts. In one crowded building, the crowds parted slightly, and he “tripped” over a small dining table extending to a massively long table that could hold his ENTIRE family. And what beauty. The grain lured him in, and he had to touch it to see the authenticity.
Extendibility
Tom and Teresa were looking for a long table that could hold their growing family. Until finding the exceptional quality and versatility of this extension table, they did not know if their desired table style even existed. Here was a table designed to fit whatever length they needed. The excitement mounted. Custom made Furniture with such outstanding craftsmanship.
Exceptional Craftsmanship
They were so impressed with the quality of craftsmanship, length adjustability and the customization, that they ordered it right on the spot. After spending some time on all the details- leg style, edge style, wood, size, number of leaves, deluxe leaf storage cabinet and 4 chairs-they placed a deposit, and the anticipation began. Several months later, a beautiful dining set arrived. The dining table serves the family very well after all these years.
Wood Shop Visit
6 years later, they made the 2-hour trip to see the woodshop in Lancaster County. Their perception of quality grew as they saw the precision and detail each craftsman puts into each piece they make. From picking the wood to building the furniture, putting on hardware, to signing and dating, the craftsmanship exceeds expectations.
I fell in love with the table. Every time I see the table in my house, I fall in love all over again. – Teresa.
Tom remodels houses for a living and understands woodworking and the skill of making solid hardwood furniture. He respects the craftsmanship.
Future Plans
This time they have their eyes on a long buffet and console hall table. The black stain coupled with the walnut blend, use of natural dark and light color of walnut, captures the desire for natural beauty. In the future a bedroom suite is next.
It is dangerous to find such quality handcrafted furniture.
You look at furniture a whole new way.
Visit our showroom and woodworking shop to see the quality found by so many satisfied customers.
by Juanita | Jul 16, 2024 | Ava Lee's History Corner, customer experience, Customization, George's Furniture, Georges Difference, Hutch, Tables
Jim and Barb had some large walnut trees on their property. They were covered with wild grape vines stunting their growth and yielded less light sap wood. The trees needed to be taken down to clear the brush for their new house. Jim decided to have the trees cut into boards in hope to have some furniture made in the future. He put sticks between the layers of wood so that the boards could dry and stored the boards in barn.
Natural Grain Catches the Eye
During Labor Day weekend, Jim and Barb were browsing some local artists at a craft show, Heart of Lancaster, in Manheim at Roots Country Market. Something caught their eye -what beautiful grain. Immediately they recognized the black walnut grain, however instead of using just the typical brown heart wood, this artist was using the lighter blond sap wood as well. The beauty drew them in. They just had to touch it. The table was not just beautiful, but it also had real water sitting on top of it. What? Why would someone leave a wet glass of water on the table. Something was wrong.
NO More Water Marks
Walnut Blend on Table with clear water resistant finish repelling water.
Nothing was wrong. This was a water demonstration showing how the catalyzed finish was preventing the water from being trapped under the finish. But that was not all that caught their attention. This small almost square table could extend to hold all their family for the holiday gatherings. No one had to sit at the “kids” table anymore.
Made from Customers Wood
They were sold. The wheels started turning in Jim’s head. He had some dried walnut lumber stored in the barn. “I wonder if I could use my wood to have my dining room set made. -Jim He had considered using the wood for a grandfather’s clock but when he saw this extending table he knew a dining table set was a much better use for the wood. George used Jim’s wood and supplemented with the missing thicknesses of wood needed to complete the table.
Personal Attention to detail
They worked with the design team at Georges to finalize all the unique details for their dining table set including a hutch. What leg style, edge, shape, color combination- black stain and natural walnut- hardware and table/ hutch size. The craftsmen used as much of Jim’s dried lumber and supplemented with wood thicknesses not available in his wood. What a blessing to know that the wood from their property was preserved in their new dining table, chairs and hutch.
Each holiday the Landis’ enjoy gathering the family around their walnut table, knowing that they don’t need to worry about water ruining their table. When the family goes home, the table leaves return to the beautiful leaf storage cabinet and the table is a nice size for two or four people.
See for yourself!
We invite you to visit our showroom and wood shop, browse the quality furniture and let the imagine run to see what new piece meets your needs like the Landis family experienced. Or come to a craft show near you. See our upcoming show schedule listed on our website.
by Juanita | May 18, 2024 | Ava Lee's History Corner, Coffee End Table, customer experience, Customization, Entertainment Centers, Georges Difference, Rocking Chairs, RV accessories, RV Furniture
What happens when it comes time to downsizing?
Moving from a large house to a smaller house requires many decisions. What should I keep and what things to pass on. The downsizing challenge brought Don and Sue back to Georges Furniture after many years of enjoying their furniture made by George.
It is hard to pinpoint exactly how Don and Sue first came to Georges Woodcrafts in the 1990’s. Maybe a friend told them about Georges. However it happened, they are glad to find such quality furniture. Their first item uniquely designed was a stereo cabinet. Don had drawn up a sketch with specific dimensions for his stereo cabinet. Georges confirmed the sketch that included 4 drawers and an adjustable shelf, clarifying the small details needed to build it out of solid hardwood. Building with solid hardwood – not plywood or other processed material- requires designs that allow for the wood expansion and contraction. They picked out the wood and stain and gave a deposit to start the building process.
New Design Discovered
In 1992 they were back with another request for a coffee and end table set. They remember asking George for an oval coffee table. Georges said, “Yes I can do that”. Next, they asked for a shelf under the table. “Humm,” George hesitated, “I will have to think about that.” After several minutes of designing the table in his head, he said, “I think I can do that, I have never designed a oval coffee table that way.”
The coffee table set was made and delivered by George. George joyfully brought the newly designed table into the Lewis’ house. “This ready turned out very nice,” George commented. “May I take a picture of your table. This is my first oval coffee table with a shelf.” (See the picture in the Lewis’ living room.)
Non Tipping Rocker
During a visit to George’s showroom and woodshop tour, Don and Sue remember hearing about an amazing rocking chair that did not tip over. George urged them to try it. They did and what an amazing “ride”. It leaned way back but did not tip over. Now the rocking chair is the most fought after piece in the living room.
“I was so impressed with the workmanship where the person who built that particular piece signs and dates it.” –Sue
Recently the Lewis family came back looking for furniture because they are downsizing and moving to a retirement community. Their old house had a nice entertainment center with just one problem. It is built into the house. They sat down with Anthony to discuss their ideas for a new entertainment center for their new apartment. From the dimensions of individual components to the size of the TV and drawer space.
Custom made from 100% solid hardwood. Yes, signed and dated by one craftsman.
Come and see for yourself what the Lewis’ discovered at Georges Furniture. Take the time to see the craftsmen creating masterpieces and browse the two showrooms. You will never look at furniture the same.
