Grafton Balko

Grafton Balko

Access Designer Decor

Indianapolis, IN
Member since: 2013
4.7
8 Maker Reviews
  • 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.

Access Designer Décor was started to connect design savvy consumers with some of the best designer brands. The core of our business is producing custom upholstery and casegoods for residential and hospitality markets.

All the custom product is made in the USA. We have a team of about 20 craftsman with up to 50 years of experience. This skilled team can produce about anything from inspiration photos or sketches.

After reviewing your design information, we typically match you with one of our deign team, so the refine your requirements and our specification.

Lead times depend upon workload and the number of pieces you require, but typically our lead times are 6-8 weeks from the time the spec has been finalized and a 50% deposit received.

What people are saying

4.7
(8)
  • Tania DibbsTD

    Tania Dibbs

    For Large Tufted Round Ottoman
    2.7

    The product is nice, although one of the tuft points has many more wrinkles than the others and so looks flawed. I would not work with Custom Made again. They incorrectly assigned me a much higher tax rate than my unincorporated zoning requires and were quite rude and condescending about it, sticking to their guns when I pointed it out, as if I don't know my own tax rate at my own house. I eventually asked my maker for help with this but got none from her end - I thought she might have more pull with her representing company. When they finally found they were actually in error they became polite, but also charged me sales tax on a very high shipping bill of $835. I ship large objects for my business as well so I am familiar with the options. I thought the packaging was inefficient, and the charges for that were passed on to me. The crate was overkill, made with about 70 linear feet of 2 x 4's but open on the sides so the bags and bags of included soft foam just pooled to the bottom, protecting nothing but making enough packaging for me to have to make a dump run to dispose of it all. There were yards of loose cloth bunched on one side of the crate as well.. not doing much in the way of protecting the furniture being shipped but a good way to clean out your studio. I don't regret the purchase but did not find the process that pleasant and feel like I overspent for the service and product I received.

  • MS

    Mary Sobon

    For Silk Velvet English Arm Sofa
    4.7

    Jeff made us the most amazing custom sofa -- hard to tell what we like more -- the awesome looks or how incredibly well it is made. We could not be happier with our experience. He and his team were terrific to work with, and honored their timelines. This is simply an amazing piece for the money. Thank you!

  • VD

    Vicki Dwelley

    For Large Tufted Round Ottoman
    5.0

    This was the easiest thing I have ever done. The communication was great and the finished product better than I ever imagined. The shipping time was perfect. I would definitely work with Jeff again. Thank-you

  • JG

    Jo Gagliardi

    For Custom Ottoma
    5.0

    We could not be happier with our ottoman. Jeff was so easy to work with, and his professionalism was very obvious. He answered all our questions in a timely manner. Jeff suggested a welting be added to the ottoman, and it was just what was needed. The finished product is beautiful. We even received it earlier than expected. We highly recommend them!!.

  • Joanie PappaJP

    Joanie Pappa

    For Large Tufted Round Ottoman
    5.0

    Wonderful working with this designer - great communication - excellent service and awesome results. Would definitely use again - as well as recommend!

  • DD

    Dorothy Dykstra

    For Banquette
    5.0

    I had a custom made banquette made by Jeff Day and I am very happy with it. I had my fabric shipped directly to him and he made it to my exact measurements. It saves a lot of room in my dining room because it has a straight back that rests against the wall. The workmanship on it is perfect! The correspondence throughout the project was always answered in a timely manner. Thank you, Jeff Day!

  • MW

    MARGIE WERMUTH

    For Gold ottoman
    4.8

    I love my ottoman. Jeff was great to work with. Communication was timely and professional; and delivery was on time - and the product is fantastic. Great Job Jeff - thank you!

  • Gary G

    Gary

    For Retro Sofa
    5.0

    Jeff was delightful to deal with. He kept in touch regarding progress and questions. The item arrived when promised. It looks beautiful and is very comfortable. I only wish I needed more sofas!!

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