Steamer Trunk Cooler
Steamer Trunk cooler I had an old steamer trunk in the basement that someone was getting rid of. I thought I might do something with it but it sat around for a while. I was trying to come up with a design for a cooler when I came acrooss the trunk again. I insulated it with 2" foam, did some fancy copper work and added a drain. The cooler was filled with four cases of beer and 80lbs of ice… it was time to put it to the test. People were a little confused when they were looking for a cold drink and I directed them to the trunk. But when they opened that lid, they were surprised to see it was much more than a steamer trunk… Tons of compliments and it was a success! I decided that instead of pulling the old box apart to restore i would just build a new one. The wood I chose was reclaimed from a house that was built in the eighteen hundreds right here in Dutchess County, NY. It came from an old, private water tower mounted the roof of the house. I milled the large wood down myself and contructed the box. Once contructed, the box was coated with a UV and water protective poly. All the corners of this box were banded in 16oz copper and nailed every 1/4 inch with copper nails. It was lined with 1 1/2" foam and the inside of the box was wrapped in 16oz copper. A drain was added and we got a little fancier with the lid of the trunk. The box was also given brass caster wheels and a brass bottle opener. Whether you're looking for something for your entertainment area or buying someone a gift, this is definitely a unique item and a conversation piece! Steamer Trunk Style Cooler made from Reclaimed Wood/Copper/Brass
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We make home furnishings made from Reclaimed wood and recycleable materials such as copper.
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Betsy McCoy
For Copper Planter Tray5.0Everything about this project was excellent. Easy to communicate. Easy to agree and approve. Plant trays were made to order, made very promptly, beautifully packaged, and sent promptly. The entire project was done in a week! This was a joy!
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Katherine Kornhauser
For Custom Copper Boot Tray5.0I needed a plant tray for my windowsill so that I wouldn't ruin the good cherry wood with the bits of water I was constantly spilling, but I couldn't find a standard product that came close to the right size. The custom size copper tray Terence made for me is gorgeous. I got fast response to my emails - he even put a special darkened finish on it for me. I love it; thank you!
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Scott Clark
For Copper Planter Tray5.0Everything about our purchase of two copper planter trays was outstanding. The website made it clear that this was exactly what we had been unsuccessfully searching for, especially since Mr. Dolan was willing to make them to our custom measurements. His reply with a proposal was sent in less than a day, the price was more than reasonable compared to others, and the finished products were in our hands in ten days. The trays are expertly crafted, strong heavy gauge copper, and a beautiful addition to our window sills.
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Michael Wellons
For Copper Planter Tray4.7Really liked the end product and thought that its maker was a true artisan. It was frustrating and time consuming when I wanted to process an additional order but with a slight dimension change. I was advised that it would be necessary to go back to the source webpage where the custom trays were originally ordered in order to process a new order, but that process was problemmati given so many webpages/providers. I would certainly use him again if I could access him again
DPDick Pierce
For Custom Copper Boot Tray4.7I am very happy with the product - also with the professionalism of Terrance Dolan, his communication and service to me. This was well done and I am not an easy customer. The experience with Custom made was very good - they got us together, got the transaction done, and let me talk with the artist/ shipper - all went well. I am very happy with custom made. Thanks.
[this, by the way is in stark contrast to very recent experience with Etsy on transport error and a bigger mess with EBAY - the latter being impossible - so by yourselves you are very good, in comparison, you are outstanding.]
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