Solid wood is a challenge. It is continually 'alive' and 'moves,' depending on weather conditions, moisture content of the air and temperature. Each board of each species is individual and must be understood; the good characteristics exploited.

For construction, we use the very best joinery possible. Corners are customarily dovetailed; butterflies of contrasting wood are often placed over naturally occurring cracks for support. Joints are mortised and tenoned, often with the tenons showing.