Box was constructed from 3/8" thick African Mahogany and the top and bottom sections have a fitted lip. The Glass in the Top section is UV as box was made to display a First Edition Book. The Display Easel is made from the same material, Has Brown Felt glued to the areas where the Box will be supported. and can be fully disassembled. There is a 1/4" Bead running around the entire box at the Top Edge and Corner Splines to assist with keeping the Box square as well as for decoration.. Finish is four coats of hand rubbed "TUNG OIL". Interior bottom has a Brown Felt Liner. There is a Lifting Ribbon to assist with getting the Book out of the Box. There are rubber pads on each bottom corner to keep the box from scratching the surface it is placed on as well as to keep the box from sliding around.
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We have been in business since 1974. We produce Handcrafted Furniture, Cabinetry and Wooden Boxes from Domestic and Exotic wood and as well as material salvaged from Old Buildings. Our goal is to produce a product to the customers requirments and expectations and to deliver it in a timely manner.
All items are Custom made to customers requirements (i.e.: - Size, Wood Species, Interior configuration).
I have also operated a small Custom Remodeling business, (Colonial Building and Remodeling - PA Registration # 006064), since 1974 and perform all kinds of work from fixing a door problem to Constructing and Finishing an entire Addition. Capable of performing Rough and Finish Carpentry, Plumbing, Electrical, Drywall (Installation and Finishing), Painting, Cabinetry Construction and Installation, Tile/Slate Installation, Hardwood and Laminate Floor Installation and Finish Trim Work. Have performed Restoration work on a 105 year old Adirondack Lodge on Lake George, NY. , a 100 yr old house in Valatie NY, and a 250 yr old stone manor house in the Lebanon PA. area. Willing to travel to perform work and install my items.
Scott Bishop
For Custom Sized DoorPerfectly constructed to my specifications. A true craftsman. Door is installed and looks great!
Joe Eltringham
For Reclaimed Pine CountertopMy countertop looked great deciding what to have made next
John
For John's Bench with attached cabinet on each endProject is exactly what we were looking for. Steve did a really nice job, we spoke by phone when needed, he mailed us a sample board with different shades of stains, very nice to get what we wanted. I would recommend Steve to anyone looking for a professional out come.
Courtney
For Custom desk- reclaimed woodMy experience with Stephen of Wooden-It-Be-Nice was wonderful. I LOVE my desk, it looks fantastic and is exactly what I wanted. I would definitely recommend him for custom projects. I truly couldn't be happier with the process and end result!
Jeff Sraeel
For 5 panel room dividerStephen did very timely and solid work for a great price. He was very accommodating with delivery and I would like to work with him again in the future. I will be sending him photos of the completed project for posting soon.
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