Credenza No. 2 • Claro Walnut
Credenza No. 2 is a timeless piece. Drawing on a classic design, we've attempted to put a bit of our own style in the design while not taking away from the beauty and simplicity of the original. While virtually any hardwood can be used, our favorite is Claro Walnut--which was used here. No structural joint relies on screws or fasteners of any type; rather, we use glue and joinery to do the work--assuring the construction of the piece will last for generations. It features three sliding doors that slide in smooth, burnished wood tracks. Each compartment houses one adjustable shelf and grommets can be added upon request to allow cords to be run from the inside out. The finish is a hand rubbed oil mix made up of raw tung oil, boiled linseed oil and polyurethane. There is no stain or coloring of any kind involved; rather the finish simply applies a durable, protective coating that enhances the natural color and beauty of the grain. As far as size goes, we will build to your desire but only as far as the proportions of the original design allow. This is a piece that not only you will love, but your kids will love as well, and there kids after them.
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After spending more than a decade in the building industry I realized two things: I hated building houses, no matter how big, and that I loved building furniture and cabinetry, no matter how small.
It started with a jewelry box that I made for my wife. You would think someone who had been involved in the building trade as long as I had been would be able to say at some point he had build a box but I realized, as strange as it seemed, that I hadn't. I became obsessed, with this tiny, six sided box that was all joined using hand cut box joints. I poured hours of my life into that tiny box but it was the best thing I have ever done. From there, my obsession turned to furniture and bigger, more precise joining methods.
Since the box that started it all, I have decided that woodworking is what I want to do with my life and so I started Prairie Mountain Woodworking. I work out of a tiny shop--but its perfect. Most of my work is done away from big, loud machinery and I pride myself and my attention to detail. I'm also in love with the idea that if I do my job in the building, and the buyer does theres in the care taking, the pieces I make will live on long after I am gone--that's pretty cool.
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