This style is a collection of end rounds from Albizia and Tamarind logs we set in a framework to a size of 24" X 48" and 17" tall then poured in several coats of a clear two part epoxy to fill up the gaps. We also can tint the epoxy to match your decor. Black is also a very widely used option for tinting. These are custom made to your size and wood preferences. Pictures will be supplied as the process takes place to those who place an order. Many exotic woods are available. ALL pieces are handmade by me, hand signed and dated. Custom pieces can be commissioned and built to your specifications, sizes and colors. You can choose the type of exotic woods and the finishes. You can even pick out the exact slabs we use to produce your piece at the sawmill during the milling process. Dining room tables, side bars, benches, coffee tables, chairs, bookshelf units, wall units, wall mounted shelves, custom made picture frames, kitchen & bath countertops can all be custom built for you out of exotic woods. One-of-a-kind pieces of wood art with or without live edges are what we do. . . If you can imagine it . . .we can build it. Thx. Dave Sutton
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My name is Dave Sutton.
Retiring after fifteen years of being a professional flats guide here in South Florida due to the 2009 recession and the gulf oil spill.
I then worked at home for Hotel Vanities International and have a small, but very well equipped wood shop in the back yard.
I have now moved to the mountains of Murphy, North Carolina and am in the process of building my retirement home and new workshop.
For almost 40 years I have given my very best effort to create heirloom quality pieces for every one of my customers that will last a lifetime.
Almost 4 decades of wood crafting has taught me one thing. If I want it done just right…
I have to do it myself.
If I don't like it, you won't see it. It's that simple.
I am the designer, craftsman and woodworker,
I pick the log and the slabs, I do the shaping and all the sanding. All of the assembly and fitting ??? Yup…all me.
I also do the hand rubbed finishes myself as well.
I learned my trade growing up in Rhode Island building handmade strip-wood canoes, hand made cabinets, slab furniture and working in various shipyards on the coast of Maine till I moved to Florida in 1990.
Finding all of the exotic woods available to me here was amazing. I was like a little kid in a candy store.
I now have built and moved into my retirement cabin in Murphy, NC and have just finished my new workshop. I love the mountains and the people here …
Jacey Birch
For Personalized Cutting Board, Engraved Cutting Board, Custom Wedding Gift – Cb-Wal-MayorsSue Estes
For Ipe handle materialAs always a pleasure doing business with Dave.
Sue Estes
For Exotic Wood Walking Stick BlanksExceptionally easy to communicate with. Responded within hours of my initial contact, and communicated with me throughout the process. Very reasonable and I felt like I got more than I bargained for. The cane blanks were very well protected and arrived promptly and safely. It was a pleasure doing business with Dave and will certainly use again.
Jody Sullivan
For Personalized Cutting Board 8.5x11 (Rounded Edge) BambooDave, The custom cutting board with laser etching you made for us was perfect! Exactly what we wanted and as you described it would be. Great working with you on this and we plan to use you again for gift ideas in the future. A big thank you from Texas!
J. Sullivan
john sternad
For john's Jewelry BoxDave is an excellent craftsman and very easy to work with. Will give you a variety of ideas either by pictures of his work or will draw out your ideas. Would work with him on any future wood projects and highly recommend him for your work.
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