Ark Carpentry

Ark Carpentry Crafting unique dining and coffee tables by hand! Local materials, sustainable practices, and custom designs to elevate your home!

08/28/2026

Woodworking has taught me a lot more than how to build furniture. 🪵

It’s taught me patience. Discipline. Problem-solving. And most importantly, that good things take time.

Building a business comes with plenty of highs and lows. Long days, unexpected problems, mistakes, wins, and a whole lot of figuring things out as you go.

But one thing I’ve learned is that who you surround yourself with matters.

Keep the people who genuinely support you close. The ones who encourage you, believe in you, celebrate your wins, and remind you to keep going when things get tough.

And don’t be afraid to distance yourself from the people who constantly bring negativity or make you question yourself.

Not everyone needs a front-row seat to what you’re building.

Keep working. Keep learning. Keep improving.

One piece at a time. One day at a time.

A boardroom built to make an impression.Two statement pieces. One incredible species of wood.This custom boardroom set f...
08/24/2026

A boardroom built to make an impression.

Two statement pieces. One incredible species of wood.

This custom boardroom set features a stunning walnut conference table paired with a matching walnut bar top, bringing the warmth and character of real wood into a space designed for big conversations.

But this table has something you don’t see every day.

For the first time in our custom furniture work here in Winnipeg, we’re applying PPF (paint protection film) to the tabletop. It provides a layer of protection designed for a high-use boardroom while offering self-healing properties and improved durability, helping keep this beautiful walnut looking its best for years to come.

Because custom furniture shouldn’t just look incredible on day one. It should be built to handle everything that happens after.

08/21/2026

WOODWORKING WORKSHOPS ARE OFFICIALLY HERE!

Ever wanted to learn how to build something with your own two hands?

I’m excited to officially launch woodworking workshops through A.R.K. Carpentry.

These are hands-on, small-group workshops where you’ll learn how to safely use the tools, understand the process, and actually build something from start to finish.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to improve your woodworking skills, there’s a workshop for you.

Workshops include:
• Intro to Woodworking
• Coffee Table Workshop
• Custom Dining Table Workshop

Class sizes will be kept small so you get plenty of hands-on time and personal instruction throughout the build.

Spots are limited.

If you’ve been wanting to learn woodworking, build something you’re proud of, and get into the shop this is your chance.

DM us if you have any questions.

08/20/2026

The more I work with walnut, the more obsessed I get with it. 🤎

Just look at that grain.

This walnut waterfall bar top is part of a custom office boardroom set, and it’s one of those pieces that reminds me why I love working with real wood so much. Every board has its own character, and when the grain flows around a waterfall edge like this, it really comes to life.

Would you have walnut in your office? đź‘€

08/15/2026

Real wood furniture is built to last, and when life happens, it can be repaired and refinished.

Unlike cheap veneers or plastic that looks like wood, solid wood can be brought back to life. Dents, scratches, stains, colour changes, worn finishes, and everyday wear are all things that can often be repaired or refinished.

That’s one of the biggest advantages of investing in real wood furniture. It doesn’t have to be replaced when it gets a little character. It can be restored.

08/10/2026

Watch me unwrap the Ferrari of walnut. 🤌

These two massive 12-foot Claro Walnut slabs are about to become part of my biggest project to date.

The grain, figure, color… everything about these slabs is next level. I can’t wait to show you what we turn them into.

Huge thanks to Black Forest Wood Co. for making the purchase so easy and sending these incredible slabs my way dry and flat! This project is going to be one for the books.

Stay tuned. đź‘€

08/07/2026

The secret to a finish that makes a piece of furniture stand out.

A great finish starts with the preparation. I work from 80 grit all the way to 180 grit, making sure each stage removes the scratches from the previous one. From there, the surface is thoroughly prepped and cleaned before any finish ever touches the wood.

For me, hardwax oil has consistently produced the best results. It gives the wood a beautiful, natural look while providing the durability a piece of furniture needs. Rubio Monocoat is my personal preference, and one of the things I love about Rubio is that you can use their colours to change the tone of the wood while still following the same finishing process. So whether you want to keep the natural colour of the wood or give it a completely different look, the process stays essentially the same. Osmo is another excellent option as well.

One of my favourite tricks is using a cheap sander with a 2000-grit white abrasive pad to buff the finish into the surface. It saves your arms and shoulders, but more importantly, it helps distribute the finish evenly and work it into the grain.

Once the entire surface is coated, I use another pad to buff off the excess, followed by a clean shop towel to wipe everything down with the grain. The result is an incredibly smooth, even finish that lets the wood speak for itself.

After the finish has had time to cure, I like to take it one step further with Black Forest ceramic coating on the tabletop for additional protection.

And just like you see here, I believe the bottom deserves the same attention as the top. Every surface gets the same sanding, preparation and finish process. The only difference is I typically leave the ceramic coating off the underside since it can get expensive.

Quality isn’t just about what you see. It’s about the details you don’t.

08/06/2026

Sometimes wood has a story to tell!

This round red oak table had a small blemish on the edge, so instead of trying to hide it with filler, I carefully removed it with chisels and fit in a grain-matched patch. Once it’s sanded and finished, you’ll only notice it if you’re really looking for it.

It’s one of those little details that reminds you this isn’t factory made it’s built by hand. Every table has its own character, and sometimes those tiny imperfections become part of what makes it unique.

This stunning Manitoba Burr Oak table has definitely been on a journey.The slabs were generously donated by and I had t...
05/29/2026

This stunning Manitoba Burr Oak table has definitely been on a journey.

The slabs were generously donated by and I had the privilege of turning them into this one-of-a-kind piece that I had full design choice over (a challenge in of it self) for a great cause.

I mentioned on my last project that it was probably my favourite piece I’ve built to date but I think this one might have just taken the top spot. Between the character of the burr oak, the scale of the build, and the story behind it, this table is something special.

It started with milling down massive 3-inch-thick slabs to a finished 1Âľ-inch top. Then came the panic when the epoxy fill decided not to cure just two days before delivery (probably a me issue) After a lot of troubleshooting, some very late nights, and a few walnut patches to save the day, this table finally came together exactly as it was meant to.

Furniture making isn’t always smooth sailing. Sometimes it’s problem-solving, adapting, and putting in the extra hours to make sure the final product is something you’re proud to put your name on. This project definitely tested me, but seeing the finished result makes every challenge worth it.

This table will be featured as a VIP table at a major fundraiser in Selkirk this weekend for a fantastic not-for-profit organization that supports causes throughout Selkirk and beyond. At the end of the evening, it will be auctioned off, with every dollar raised going right back into the community.

After all the hard work and countless hours invested, knowing this piece will help make a difference makes it all worthwhile.

A beautiful table, a great cause, and a community coming together to make an impact. That’s what it’s all about.

04/25/2026

Templates don’t just save time they lock in consistency. Build it once, trace it forever. Using a router bit with a solid template means every piece comes out clean, repeatable, and dialed in.

Sometimes fine woodworking can come in handy for rough framing… that extra precision goes a long way.

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