FAQs

What are breadboard ends?

A breadboard end is a narrow piece of wood joined across the end of the table top. It supports the top and keeps it rigid while still letting the boards shrink and expand across the grain with the seasons. Breadboard ends are not always flush with the sides of the table, and that is normal. Here is an example....

How long does a custom table take to build?

Lead time is about four weeks from the day your order is placed. Every table is made to order, so nothing ships from stock. If you need a table by a specific date, say so when you order and we will tell you honestly whether it is doable.

Can I come see your work in person?

Yes, and it is encouraged. There is a finished table at the shop that shows the build quality and finish you can expect. Visits are by appointment. Call or text (910) 471-3312 to set one up.

Where are you located, and can I pick up my table?

The shop is at 913 Lorraine Dr, Wilmington, NC 28412, in Monkey Junction near River Lights. Pickup is free. Tables and table sets can be collected here once your build is finished.

Do you deliver, and how much does it cost?

Yes, delivery costs depend on delivery location. Quick delivery areas include: Wilmington, Leland, Wrightsville Beach, Castle Hayne. Not too far delivery areas include: Belville and Navassa. Extended delivery areas include: Hampstead, Topsail, Holly Ridge, Oak Island, Southport,St. James and Caswell Beach. Far away delivery areas include: Sneads Ferry, Jacksonville, Surf City, Swansboro and North Myrtle Beach. Pickup at the shop is always free. Delivery fees range from $75 to $475

I like a style but not the color it is shown in. Can I change it?

Yes. Every listing exists to show a style, not a fixed color. There are twelve stain and paint finishes to choose from, including Dark Walnut, Jacobean, Early American, Provincial, Special Walnut, Weathered Gray, Weathered Oak, Classic Gray, Whitewash, Natural, Black and White. Pick your finish in the table builder, or add it to the note field at checkout.

What type of wood do you use?

Tables are built from kiln-dried southern pine and white fir. Kiln drying keeps the wood stable so it moves less over time, and these species keep the price affordable without giving up durability.

What size table do I need for my dining room?

As a rule, leave at least 36 inches of clear space between the table edge and the nearest wall or furniture so chairs can pull out. Most dining rooms take a table 42 to 48 inches deep. A 6 ft table seats 6, a 7 ft seats 8, and an 8 ft seats 10. The table builder will recommend a size once you enter your room dimensions.

How is the table assembled, and do the legs come off?

Table tops are jointed together for a seamless surface, which makes cleanup easier and reduces movement in the boards over time. Bases are bolted to the top and can be removed, which helps when a table has to fit through a tight doorway or stairwell.

Will this hold up outside?

Table are made to be used indoors.

What type of sealant or finishing coat do you use?

Tables are sealed with three layers of either matte or gloss water base, Varathane polyurethane.

How can I clean the table? Or is there any special care needed for the table?

The short answer is with soap and water or something gentle and non abrasive, I have only ever gotten one complain/concern when someone tried to use vinegar.

The Polyurethane is water resistant so water and the like will sit on top of the table rather than being absorbed into the top. 

*Disclaimers*

Wood naturally moves and shifts with seasonal changes

Chairs are ordered from a trusted and reputable source and are carefully assembled, painted and stained