With a handmade solid wood dining table, the first thing that may come to mind is timeless quality, warmth, and richness. Everything about solid wood dining tables is aesthetically pleasing and seems to have everything composite and engineered tables lack. They have an incredible hardness and sturdiness that make them not only sought-after but incredibly valuable. If you're considering a handmade solid wood dining table, we created this handy guide to help.  Contact us to learn more!

Solid Wood or Veneer?

You may feel a little sticker shock when looking at  handmade solid wood dining tables, but they are an investment worth making. When maintained, they can last decades and even become a treasured heirloom passed down from generation to generation. Solid wood changes colour as it ages and becomes harder. Unlike veneer, solid wood can be sanded and re-stained for a whole new look. Veneer tables are lighter, inexpensive, and made of synthetic wood. They have a much shorter shelf life and is structurally weaker than solid wood - this means much easier to damage. Veneer tables also don't have much of a resale value compared to solid wood tables.

Iconic Canadian Maple

At Prairie Mountain Furniture, we build with many species of wood. We often build our handmade solid wood  dining tables out of the maple trees Canadians know and love. Why?

Maple wood is:

• Durable
• Strong
• Attractive with a smooth woodgrain
• Easy to stain or paint
• Relatively modest price point

It’s easy to see why maple is a great choice for a piece of furniture that is likely to become a family heirloom.

Bring Home a Legacy

The dining room is one of the most important rooms in your home and choosing a table that will last for years is something that shouldn't be taken lightly. Solid wood will last a long time and has minimal maintenance.  Visit us today for help selecting a handmade solid wood dining table that your family can enjoy for many generations.