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Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Custom Wood Tables

We think about tables a lot!! We’re happy to share our experiences and learnings as you think about what you would like in your custom hardwood table.

How careful do I need to be with my table?

How careful do I need to be with my table?

This is a really important question, and the answer depends a little on the table and on how particular you are.

Today I'm not going to go into any of those details, because it's October, which means it's almost halloween. So Jordine and I are going to carve a pumpkin.

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Getting a Table in Time for the Holidays

Getting a Table in Time for the Holidays

At Loewen Design Studios we build tables. Custom tables and tables made to order. We do this to allow people to get tables that are perfect for them. It does mean that when you place your order your table hasn't been built yet, so the question is:
How long will it take to get my table?
Now we have some other blogs on this, but in general we can have it built in 4-6 weeks. How long it takes to get all the way to you depends on a couple of things.
How complex is your table?
There are a couple specific things that slow down the process because we need some outside help with them. A Sarita edge, for instance, we do with a CNC machine. This isn't a factor on most of our tables, but if you're worried about it, reach out to us.
How far away are you?
The farther away the more time it takes to travel. West Coast is usually about a week longer than the East Coast. The closer you are to a major city should help too.
Do you want white glove?
White glove delivery is a wonderful process where your table will be set up for you. You won't have to carry anything inside, or take away garbage from packaging. It does take a bit of extra time though. If you're in a hurry and able, I would suggest not doing White Glove, but if you have the time, it's a great option.
 
With some holidays coming up, we thought it might be useful to share some timelines for shipping. To get a table in time for any big parties you might be throwing, these are some of our suggestions. Again, some of this can vary based on the above factors as well as other ones we don't know about. If you want to be the most sure you'll have a table on time, reach out to us and let's see what we can do!
 
For Thanksgiving on the 23rd of November, you'll want to skip the white glove, and order pretty much right now. (when I'm posting this, I'm not sure when you're reading it.) Depending where you are I won't promise anything. If you are hoping for it before Thanksgiving, please reach out before you order.
 
For the holidays shipping can get a little busy, and so we've found that things can be a little slower than usual. Though we're told white glove might be a little faster. Most important is to know that things aren't as reliable right at the holidays, so if you can, order early. That being said, we'd suggest if you're ordering something White Glove to order by the end of the month if you can. If you don't need white glove then it can be a little later. If you need the most we can expedite something is going to be 5-6 weeks to get it to you. Less if we're lucky, but that's about as fast as we can go.
 
White glove is only available in some areas, and time lines vary based on where you are. If you want to be sure of timelines, you can always just ask. You'll get a real person, and we're all happy to answer your questions.

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Why A Squoval is the Right Shape for your Conference Room Table

Why A Squoval is the Right Shape for your Conference Room Table

This is the solution. A table that combines the curved nature of the oval and circle with the usability of a rectangle. A squoval table is long, with curves along the long edges. This lets everyone make the eye contact necessary for great communication. The ends of the table are then squared, making lots of space for using the ends.

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What’s the right table for a Banquette?

What’s the right table for a Banquette?

The Jarvis Collection is my number one suggestion for any banquette setting. Let's talk about why and maybe when something else could be better!

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The Endless Wonders of a Coffee Table

The Endless Wonders of a Coffee Table

A coffee table can be so many different things.

It can be a conversation starter

It can be a snack bar

It can be a games tables

It can be a dinner table

It can be a footrest

It can be a desk

It can be, and at least in my experience usually is, a place to be together.

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Thanksgiving Decor Tips and Tricks

Thanksgiving Decor Tips and Tricks

Get your dining table ready for a wonderful Thanksgiving celebration. Discover the benefits of an extension table from Loewen Design Studios!

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Crafting Your Dream Table: A Guide by Loewen Design Studios

Crafting Your Dream Table: A Guide by Loewen Design Studios

Discover Loewen Design Studios' approach to custom furniture-making! Whether you're a design enthusiast or on the hunt for the ultimate dining centerpiece, our table design guide has got you covered. Skip the small talk and let’s work together to craft a table that's the perfect fit for your space. Check out our blog to learn more!

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Embracing Nature: The Craft Behind Our Rustic Wood Tables

Embracing Nature: The Craft Behind Our Rustic Wood Tables

There's something great about something handmade. There's something great about something real. That's why we're proud to say that our tables are handmade from solid hardwood.

New to our collection is our rustic style tables. These aren't just designed — they're crafted. The distinctive texture on the planks, a result of real saw marks, add a farmhouse charm. Even better, these marks still leave the table easy to use.

Our commitment to quality is present in every step. Each table goes through sanding and sealing more than once. This ensures a smooth finish, retaining the right amount of texture from the saw marks.

These marks absorb more stain, highlighting the wood's textured finish, showcasing the rustic-ness. Rustic-osity? Rustic-y nature? Farmhouse vibes? It makes the texture that's so wonderful in these pieces shine.

Another thing setting our rustic textured tables apart from the standard smooth tables are the finishes we offer. Choose from:

  • Mocha: A deep shade of brown, reminiscent of the earth.
  • Cinnamon: A warm hue with playful reddish-orange nuances.
  • Smoke: A contemporary grey, intensified at the saw marks.
  • Wheat: A subtle fusion of brown-grey, almost like a delicate whitewash.

All these finishes compliment the textured tables, and are great in a variety of farmhouse and rustic settings.

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Introducing Our Exciting New Collections: The Barron and Bragg Solid Hardwood Dining Tables!

Introducing Our Exciting New Collections: The Barron and Bragg Solid Hardwood Dining Tables!

This August we’re introducing 2 new collections and I think it’s fair to say we are SO excited. They both have a rustic charm and are solid hardwood tables made from maple with a textured finish. This finish is left from the original mill sawing, the first saw blades through the tree. Check out the blog to learn more.

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The Glenbow Collection: An Exciting Mélange of Dining Tables!

The Glenbow Collection: An Exciting Mélange of Dining Tables!

Delve into the Glenbow Collection's assortment of dining tables, ingeniously designed by father-son duo, Ted and Josh. Experience the harmony of style and function across different shapes, from classic rectangles to intriguing live edges.

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Best Sellers

Some designs really are fan favorites. We see them going through the shop every week!

What Our Customers Say

Our customers love to share about their experiences working with us on their custom wood table projects

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Canadian Made & Built To Last

30 Years+ Woodworking

From the beginning Loewen Design answered all our questions and was very easy to work with.

The table arrived exactly as ordered without any freight damage do to Loewen Designs careful packaging.The craftmanship of the table exceeded our expectations and we are very happy to recommend Loewen Design Studios to anyone looking for reliable custom table builder.

Scott

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Amazing table

and amazing experience with the team at Loewen.

Yuval

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We love everything about our dining table from Loewen

Especially the craftsmanship and the customer service! You can tell this table is thoughtfully designed and well made from solid wood.Definitely a lifetime piece. We felt very taken care of.

Alyson

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We absolutely love our new table from Loewen Design Studios.

The table is beautiful and has become the main centerpiece of our home.The team at Loewen was very easy to work with. They were extremely helpful and very responsive to all our questions leading up to the purchase. Finally, the table was packaged really well and arrived without a scratch. I definitely recommend Loewen Design Studios if you need a piece of custom furniture.

Allan

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Absolutely love our table!

The service and craftsmanship was unbelievable

Jason

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Exceptional quality and customer service.

It was delivered on time and in fantastic condition. It is so beautiful. No regrets. Get one for yourself!

Liz

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We LOVE our table.

After getting two damaged tables through Wayfair, we decided it was worth the investment to get a real wood table. I'm so glad we did. This table fits in perfectly with the vintage mid-century chairs we had already purchased, and it looks great in our home.

Kuleen

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Our table from Lowen Design Studio is absolutely incredible!

Not only did they help design the table from scratch for our space, but they carefully constructed and deliver our table from Canada. The quality of the woodwork is impeccable and we would recommend working with Lowen Design Studio to anybody. We are so happy with our purchase!

Clara

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The quality of this table is outstanding.

The communication was excellent. I could not be happier!

Matthew

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Exceeds expectations! Beautiful table and expert craftsmanship.

This custom designed and sized table fits my room perfectly. The surface protectant wax material on the wood is great and keeps my kids messes easy to clean up. Highly recommend!

Kevin

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