Beraht Stream Tables
The once-in-a-lifetime find of a live edge slab from a grand Cucumber Magnolia tree started the journey that inspired the entire Stream Table Collection: Nature, Light, Color, and Sawdust melded into one-of-a-kind, truly touchable, functional works of art. A table customer wanted a 4'x8' slab table with great grain, but straight edges. The slab I found for them had live edges with phenomenal character. Didn't know what I would do with them after cutting away for the main slab, but kept them in the shop pondering ideas.
The "Stream" approach was birthed one day when I turned those truly magnificent edges inward to face each other (Picture #1). These gorgeous edges were begging to be showcased somewhere, somehow. With all the colors, ripples, twists and turns that resemble eroded earth along a stream, it was a short leap to lighted reflective glass and the birth of the Beraht Stream Table concept. The Pacific blue fire glass winds through the rugged, eroded landscape in an artistic manner as if carved by Mother Nature herself.
The glass is tumbled fireplace glass, loose in the "stream bed" with LED lights underneath. I often refer to them as adult sandboxes because it's just simply fun to rearrange the glass pieces as you admire the art. The glass is not a serious cut hazard due to the tumbling … but do keep the very young kiddos hands away lest they try to "taste" it!
Every table is unique, as nature intended. This is why your Beraht Stream Table is guaranteed to be one-of-a-kind. See more examples with descriptions at http://beraht.com/gallery.html
Choosing a design is a collaborative process beginning with size and fundamental color choices. I then try to find live edge wood that fits. The base can be wood or metal … again, a collaborative process where the customer helps bring the creation into being.
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Welcome! I am the owner, operator, designer, sawdust maker and everything else including janitor of this little specialty woodworking business. After a career in the business world, I am now following a passion to create works in and of wood. My goal is to deliver to you, my customer, projects that are done right, meeting (hopefully exceeding) your quality expectations. I began my business in 2008 under the name: North Texas Woodworks. I designed and built tables for kitchens and dining rooms, bookshelves, cabinets and several other furniture items. In late 2014 I had bilateral knee replacement surgery that could have gone better! I was sidelined for about 3 years, but got back to sawdust making in 2018.
Changed the product focus to somewhat smaller items including the lighted "Stream Tables" sized for sofa tables and entry halls. With the change came a different name: Beraht, LLC. Beraht is a German word that can mean bright as well as Bert. Seemed like a perfect fit for lighted tables made by a guy named Bert! Beginning in 2024 I have added parametric wall art to my offerings, both standard designs as well as custom and personalized options. Be sure to check out my custom parametric flags!
I own two large format Computer Numerical Control (CNC) router systems and cut and carve special shapes and designs for individuals and for businesses. I can carve images and text in wood to create signs for your business, decor for your home, and gifts for your friends and family. With this automation, orders can be for an individual or for many repetitive items. Examples of past work include things as different as a carved applique for an antique sewing machine, signs, plaques, countless styles and shapes of art boards for paint and epoxy artists, and even ornate carved panels for residential and business doors.
Let me know how I can use my sawdust making skill to be of service to you.
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Lisa Baer
For Client wants a 72" round, unique table...5.0Bert was a delight to work with throughout the project. To find an artisan online to craft a custom table for a discerning client takes a lot of trust and Bert was more than worthy of that trust - in terms of his professionalism, his woodworking skills and his ability to help me and my client work through options and provide creative, gorgeous solutions. His communication was clear and timely. He delivered a gorgeous finished product to an incredibly happy client. Their dining room table, crafted by NTWW, is now a family heirloom that will likely be enjoyed for generations. Thank you Bert!
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Sara
For Dinning Room Table5.0Bert made an AMAZING table for us. We started out with a very rough idea of what we wanted, and he helped us refine and refine based on some pictures we sent and a conversation. Then he did a mock-up to show us, and we refined a little more. His attention to detail and craftsmanship were beyond impressive. One of the most difficult things about our table was that we wanted to be able to store the (huge) leaves inside the table. Bert worked on that for quite a while until he finally got it to work. Ultimately, we ended up with a beautiful table that was exactly what we wanted. It's a one-of-a-kind work of art. Bert was incredibly easy to work with and very accommodating. We will be using him to design a desk for us next. You won't go wrong with Bert!
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Shannon Jurecka
For Breakfast table5.0Bert did an amazing job on a breakfast table. It was more beautiful than what we had imagined. We couldn't have been more pleased. Highly recommend Bert and his work.
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Graig Fancher
For Graig Fancher's Stand up desk4.8Bert did a wonderful job, giving me exactly what I asked for. I would highly recommend him.
DCDean Clark
For Mesquite plaque in the shape of Texas5.0This is my first experience with Custom Made. It was absolutely wonderful and would highly recommend them to anyone. My maker was Bert Rabbe of North Texas Wood Works. Bert is a true professional. He took my concept and turned it into a beautiful piece of work. Not only is his work above and beyond, his correspondences keeping me up to date were greatly appreciated. Be assured, I will be a returning customer and you will be highly recommended. Sincerely, Dean Clark
MHMary Havenstein
For Table5.0We are extremely happy with the finished custom table. Bert communicated with us through the entire project and even changed some details when an issue came up of the safety of our children and the pedestal base. We would recommend him to anyone who wants a great quality and professionally built solid piece of furniture.
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MacAlpine
For Writing Table L5.0 
JMJim McKinnis
For Media Console5.0Bert was great. He understood my vision and helped make it better.
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James
For 18" squares5.0Bert was professional and project was delivered on time.
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Larry Goodson
For reproducing some (19 total) dresser or cabinent handles4.8North Texas Wood Works & Bert Rabbe did a great job on my project. I presented them with a unique request and they worked with me to get exactly what I wanted. The end result exceeded my expectations. I have several other projects coming up and I definitely will use them again.
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Hisham Ayoub
For floating Queen platform bed frame with matching nightstands5.0North Texas Wood Works absolutely delivered on my expectations and more. They hand delivered and installed a solid Peruvian wood floating modern bed, with attached floating drawers, and a removable fabric headstand. The bed is all quality. In addtion, they were able to match my concept for a sliding door to the main bathroom, eliminating the ugly default white door, and saving space when the door is open, giving the room a large visual effect. Will definitely do business with again.
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Marc
For desk5.0Well done! We got just what we asked for and Bert still found room for creative license to show off the craftsmanship that makes investing in custom furniture worthwhile.
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Gena
For Cutting board5.0Very professional ! He did a great job!
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ray
For Wine Racks5.0Bert delivered a great product, on budget and early. He customized the product for my kitchen layout and built a high end wine cabinet with a drawer that fits in the space of a trash compactor. It looks great.
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Tom
For hardwood carving board5.0Excellent!
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Ambiance Artists
For Console Table5.0This was my first experience using CustomMade and Bert and North Texas Wood Works made it a great one! He worked very well with the customized requests that I had and the console table he made turned out BEAUTIFULLY! Would definitely recommend them to anyone that is looking for some unique furniture.
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David Wolfe
For Square Conference Table5.0I am completely satisfied with my conference table. Bert did a terrific job. On time and perfectly to my specifications. I highly recommend North Texas Wood Works.
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Amanda Blackwell
For Plaque from a movie (The emperor's club)5.0Bert did an excellent job making a very personal gift for a family friend. He recreated the plaque seen in the movie The Emperor's Club...he even watched the movie to understand the significance of the plaque and to check for spelling/appearance details. I was thoroughly impressed by his craftsmanship, and the plaque recipient said it was by far the most special and unique personalized gift that anyone had ever given him. I have already recommended North Texas Wood Works to friends and plan to continue to do so in the future! Thanks Bert!
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Frank Polma
For Live Edge dining table5.0Our experience with Bert was great from start to finish -!his guidance was invaluable, the table was completed on time, and the work was flawless. I highly recommend North Texas Wood Works to anyone that desires the best.
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Barbara Buchanan
For Individual Shelves5.0The shelves have all the options we wanted: beautiful wood in a crisp white finish, end stops and back tabs to hold the media in check (so it doesn't fall over or touch the wall), just the right width and depth with decorative front panel, sturdy construction, and easy installation on our part. Bert does great work! What more can I say?
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