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Jeff Trapp Windsors also builds traditional furniture in addition to Windsor chairs. My furniture is made in the same manner as it was in the 18th and early 19th century. All casework and drawers are joined with hand cut dovetails; all doors, table aprons etc. are made using pegged mortise and tenon joints. As in antiques made in this fashion, hairline cracks on dovetailed cases and backboards, expansion and contraction of raised panels and minor warpage on certain large surfaces is possible. Breadboard ends will shrink in the winter and expand in the summer. Tool marks and imperfections may be discovered as in all handmade furniture.

One of the best things about furniture made in this manner is how its appearance will improve with age. With only minimal care, which is simply cleaning and waxing a couple of times a year, your furniture will last for generations.

Mary Hoyt Reproduction Chest

Most of my work is on a custom basis; this may involve simply modifying dimensions or details of a current piece or may demand a completely new design. I do have some stock designs mostly in Queen Anne and Shaker styles. If you have an idea in mind let me know.

Any number of fine hardwoods can be used for traditional furniture these usually include cherry, maple, walnut, birch and mahogany. Many Shaker pieces were made in pine either stained or painted. Cost of different woods and finishes can vary greatly.

More furniture examples (click on item for image):

Tavern Table || Drop Leaf Shaker Table || Occasional Table || Sewing Stand || Sewing Chest || Tall Cupboard

Huntboard || Shaker Chest || Hanging Corner Cupboard || Chimney Cupboard || Shaker Style Hutch

Corner Entertainment Cupboard || Shaker 5 Drawer Chest