When most people think of Amish furniture the first thing that usually comes to mind is Mission-style furniture. This simple style consists of straight lines, exposed joints, and flat panels. While this is the most well-known design, it only scratches the surface of what Amish furniture has to offer.
Amish woodworkers keep up with modern designs, and one can find a range of other styles when browsing for Amish furniture. These include contemporary, Shaker, mid-century modern, rustic, colonial, formal, and even industrial styles, which combine wood and metal with unique designs.
In fact, this past year, a collection of creative designs was featured in New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art. The pieces showcased the art of Amish craftsmanship and demonstrated how designs can transcend the realm of traditional furniture many people assume it to be.
What truly defines Amish furniture isn't a particular style but rather the quality. Key features include solid wood construction, exceptional craftsmanship, and age-old construction methods behind each piece. It reflects skill, heritage, and innovation.
The most notable method of construction is the use of mortise and tenon joints. The joints are crafted to fit tightly, providing strength, durability, and a signature appearance. Dove-tailed drawers are another trademark feature. Pieces of wood are cut so they
interlock and create furniture resistant to force and daily use. The finishing touches are meticulously done by hand as artisans carefully sand and apply stains to ensure a smooth, mistake-free finish. This attention to detail ensures that every piece of furniture looks perfect.
The Amish pride themselves on providing solid wood furniture typically made by hand and built to order, allowing a person to customize furniture in a variety of ways. Customers can select the wood type, stain, hardware type and more to make the
pieces of their dreams.
Amish furniture has much more to offer than just a single style. While Mission style is a trademark of Amish craftsmanship, it is not limited to traditional designs. Amish woodworkers continually incorporate designs to match modern furniture trends.
Whether you’re seeking a rustic farmhouse look, a minimalist modern aesthetic, or something in between, visit DutchCrafters Alpharetta Furniture Showroom today.
160 N. Main Street, Alpharetta
678.436.5308