JWJonathan Walkey
Jonathan Walkey Furniture Maker
Long-time member
A Maker who has been a valued part of this community for several years.
Fast shipper
Customers say that this Maker ships promptly after completing a project.
Great service
This Maker has consistently demonstrated excellence in craftsmanship and customer service.
Jonathan Walkey is retired professional furniture maker who now makes selected pieces for discriminating clients. I am a one man studio, specializing in decorative arts and crafts, mid-century, Greene & Green, etc. furniture. my own personal style generally includes contrasting hardwoods with beautiful grains and hand worked inlays. In between commissions I simultaneously work on personal studio furniture projects.
I was raised in Lincoln Massachusetts where my father was the director of the DeCordova Museum of modern art. My mother worked as an expert in fine crafts and furniture . I attended many arts and crafts classes and summer art camps at the Museum. I was trained as a silversmith at age 11 and at age 12 built a 10 foot kayak made of wood and canvas. I was a U.S. Navy trained aviation mechanic and earned my living for 15 years as a master mechanic, working mainly on motorcycles. I am also a former carpenter, criminal appellate attorney, credentialed teacher, professional writer, and painter.
Today I apply my talents and interests to building fine arts and craft furniture. My lifelong continuing education combines training of the mind with training of the hands. What you buy from Jonathan is fine art as well as heirloom quality furniture built to last many lifetimes. These qualities are reflected in the cost of my work, neither of which should ever be compared with that of commercial furniture.
Testimonials
What people are saying
Greg Szczepanski
For "Tricky Tripod" Table Bases
It was my first custom order and from the beginning I had a good vibes about it. Jonathan provided detailed description and progress in making.. I am very happy with overall experience. Final product - walnut table base - is simply gorgeous. Thank you!
Diane Roerig
For Shaker Style Farmhouse Table
I can't say enough positive things about Jonathan Walkey. He executed the design perfectly and in my opinion, it turned out better than the inspiration photo I provided. The price was very fair, the completion date was communicated without issue, and the final product is absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend to anyone that wants to invest in a timeless, unique piece of furniture that will last a lifetime. Thank you Jonathan!
Ania Zownir
For Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut One Drawer Desk
Outstanding work and quality. Love my new desk!
Carrie Simpson
For Walnut "Teepee" Table Base For 72 Inch Diameter Glass Tabletop
Thank you for the beautiful custom table! The 72" "Teepee" table base was a perfect fit in our client's home. We just installed last week and could not be happier! Beautiful piece and great customer service!
JSJordan Stolper
For Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Three-Drawer Desk
Jonathan is a master. The desk he made for us is absolutely stunning. We are thrilled beyond words with the quality and finish. I expect to have this desk for years to come. Delivery was seamless. He ran a little behind schedule but communicated well along the way. It was worth the wait. Thanks Jonathan!
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Maker Policies
Shipping Policy
Whenever possible, Jonathan uses u.SHIP.com for shipping. Jonathan finds the service, prices, and care superior to FedEX and UPS. Moreover, Jonathan finds it easier to accurately quote shipping costs using u.SHIP.com. When shipping is done via FedEx or UPS, a charge will be added for crating your piece. These carriers handle boxes roughly and are notoriously bad about accepting claims for damage they cause. This means great care, much time, and considerable material costs are involved in crating furniture to assure it arrive undamaged via these two carriers. This can easily add $50.00 or $100.00 to the cost of your piece; but the cost of shipping damage and the aggravation that results to both me and you are incalculable. This is the primary reason I use u.SHIP.com when possible, because they pick up your piece, blanket wrap it, handle it with extreme care and hand deliver to your door without the need for crating charges.. All FedEX and UPS quotes are padded because actual cost when given to FedEx (or UPS) magically change, sometimes because the final package size or weight ends up being larger than used for the quote. Shipping costs are what they are and are the responsibility of the client. On occasion the actual shipping cost via FedEx or UPS deviates enough from my quote that I request the balance from the client via PayPal. All efforts are made to quote shipping accurately, but four years at this business proves to me it cannot always be done. By accepting this offer, the client accepts the possibility that there will be some shortfall in the money collected for shipping and agrees to cover that shortfall. Maker will post scan of bill of lading along with tracking number. For jobs withing 100 miles of San Diego, Antikea may offer low cost personal delivery. Free pickup is always permitted.
Maker Policy
Refund Policy: Jonathan builds flawless, one-of-a-kind art furniture to the specifications of each client. Quality is never an issue! Clients receive photographs of the entire process from the selection of lumber to the finished product. No refunds are offered after the down payment has been processed and the first materials for the project have been purchased. The client is responsible for full payment of the contract as soon as the project is marked complete on the custommade.com website. Returns are made only for major structural failure, something that is almost inconceivable. Maker reserves the absolute right to repair or refund for major structural failures. Cancellations after the down payment and first purchase of materials will result in forfeiture of the down payment. Maker reserves the absolute right to waive or enforce full payment of the original contract price after the down payment and first purchase of materials. Client agrees that all disputes that cannot be resolved will be adjudicated in the Superior Court of San Diego County, California.
