For over three hundred years Americans have constructed
furniture from tree saplings. These naturally occurring small trees are stunted
from the shade of larger trees in the forest. Harvesting of these saplings
helps the forest in two ways: (1) if the saplings are allowed to die, they
become a fire hazard and (2) harvesting these trees helps the forest by giving
newer, healthier trees a chance to become established. These small trees are a
renewable resource. Within a few months after the trees are cut, the stump
produces a new tree.
The harvested trees are usually thirty to forty years old with diameters
less than six inches. Abundant in supply, their dense wood is perfect for
steaming and bending to create perhaps the strongest wood furniture made
today. The choice specie of wood for this purpose is hickory, a dense
and fibrous wood valued for its strength and durability. Known as
nearly indestructible, hickory furniture has become prized by collectors who
seek examples of early American hand crafts.
Since 1986, Flat Rock Furniture has been the preferred maker of Hickory
Furniture. We use craftsmen and modern manufacturing techniques to
create the best quality in rustic furniture. With
renowned furniture designer Jim Peed, we have set the standard for rustic
furniture design. By combining quality and classic rustic design, our
custom design service and Jim Peed's designs, Flat Rock Furniture offers you
more choice and value than any of our competitors.
Flat Rock Furniture is not only found in homes across America, but in
hotels, restaurants, resorts and private clubs throughout the world.
Our broad range of designs, custom goods, fabrics and finish selections for
you to create a setting that is pleasing, comfortable and a tasteful
reflection of your style.
Copyright 2008 by Flat Rock Furniture, Inc.
