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Back 40 Customs Custom design woodwork. You dream it and we can build it! Each piece tailored specifically for you.

Working with some heart pine this week in the shop. For those that do not know what heart pine is, this is wood that was...
09/06/2026

Working with some heart pine this week in the shop. For those that do not know what heart pine is, this is wood that was sawn long ago from old growth pine trees. The wood is extremely dense compared to modern pine with very tight annual growth rings. In this 2” thick piece I counted 64 growth rings. This means this tree grew extremely slow. 2” in width in 64 years of time. Compare that to a modern pine board and you can see the difference. As the old saying goes “they don’t make them like that anymore.”

There are so many things to love about this set of end tables! Where to begin? Let’s begin with the bookmatched live edg...
09/03/2026

There are so many things to love about this set of end tables! Where to begin? Let’s begin with the bookmatched live edge white oak. These pieces have almost everything you can imagine in them: exquisite grain, feathering, spalting, Burl, epoxy, and a waterfall front. These are one of a kind slabs. There will not be another set like these. Then they are paired atop of a beautifully crafted, flowy, blackened ash base. The best part of all? They are noncommissioned pieces, which means they can be yours! But hurry, these won’t last long!

Waterfall edges are one of our favorite techniques. It’s called a “waterfall edge” because the grain cascades downward f...
08/31/2026

Waterfall edges are one of our favorite techniques. It’s called a “waterfall edge” because the grain cascades downward from the 90 degree angle. This is achieved by precisely cutting a mitered angle (45 degrees) in a piece. Then, the matching piece is cut with a reverse miter and then glued to its matching piece. The result is a beautiful flowing grain pattern that connect the horizontal and vertical faces.

Absolutely stunning double waterfall kitchen island top! Made from solid walnut, this top was huge! Including the waterf...
08/24/2026

Absolutely stunning double waterfall kitchen island top! Made from solid walnut, this top was huge! Including the waterfall ends, it measured just shy of 17 ft long and 44” wide. Equipped with power ports across the center, this island is sure to be the family gathering place for years to come. We can already see family dinners, crockpots, and all the family gathered around!

Continuous grain is a technique that we incorporate into many of our pieces, especially cabinet fronts. This technique r...
08/23/2026

Continuous grain is a technique that we incorporate into many of our pieces, especially cabinet fronts. This technique requires much forethought and for us to build large panels that will later be cut into individual pieces. We then place the pieces back together so that they form the original panel. The end result is natural flow of the wood grain from piece to piece, which is much more aesthetically pleasing to the eye. It’s the little details that separate the ordinary from the spectacular.

Building bespoke furniture means that each piece is 1 of 1. This end table is a perfect example. We utilized wallpaper f...
08/18/2026

Building bespoke furniture means that each piece is 1 of 1. This end table is a perfect example. We utilized wallpaper from this client’s home. We laminated it to the tabletop, wrapped it in acacia wood and then epoxied over the top to transform it into one cohesive, solid piece. We then added tapered acacia legs. This table was designed to pair with another end table in the room and also mirrors the wallpaper. Incredibly creative and beautiful!

It may be 🔥 outside but our tables are even hotter and we would love to design your next bespoke table, build specifical...
08/16/2026

It may be 🔥 outside but our tables are even hotter and we would love to design your next bespoke table, build specifically for you. Each one of our tables are tailored exactly to each clients wishes: from the choice hardwood, to size, shape and design. Message us for a quote today!

Wooden countertops add instant warmth and a natural feel to your home. Each one of our countertops are designed specific...
08/15/2026

Wooden countertops add instant warmth and a natural feel to your home. Each one of our countertops are designed specifically for your space. Reach out today for a quote!

08/09/2026

The process behind adding a logo into a tabletop.

A few months back, we delivered this rectangular walnut top with blue resin and placed it atop of these wh***ey barrels ...
08/05/2026

A few months back, we delivered this rectangular walnut top with blue resin and placed it atop of these wh***ey barrels as a side tabletop. Upon further consideration, the client wanted that top to be placed upon the kitchen island and a new top with rounded ends on the wh***ey barrels. Today we moved the previous top and brought in the new walnut top with rounded ends. It definitely belongs on the wh***ey barrels. Rounding the ends gives a beautiful new look!
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