I need something a bit lighter, do you do lighter?

We do four colours of finish in two timbers, Pacific Kauri and Rimu - finishes range from Natural … More >>
What choice of handles do you have?

We have a sampleboard in our showroom with a wide choice. More >>
Will you make this piece a bit bigger?

Yes, although going away from standard can attract reasonable costs. We can go wider, higher, … More >>
How quickly do you want it?

We can try to make it as soon as we can. We like to over estimate all our delivery times and … More >>
What is Pacific Rimu?

Basically it's the same tree (Podocarp family) grown in a different country. The quality of the … More >>
Is Rimu a hard timber?

It's harder than pine timber and softer than diamonds! Both Pacific Kauri and Rimu are ideally … More >>
Why is it from Fiji? Why don't we use NZ Rimu?

NZ Rimu is not as good quality, as they don't cut great trees down anymore. More >>
Which is harder? Kauri or Rimu?

Both about the same. More >>
Will you do this furniture in another timber? – eg pine, oak?

No sorry. And we won't use your own timber either. More >>
Do I need to oil or polish my furniture?

No. Excess oil and some polishes ie (pledge) contain silicone's that aren't great for lacquered … More >>