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What kind of warranty do their products have?
None - but their products are guaranteed for "a century or more."
Do they drop ship?
Yup.
What are some of their most commonly used woods? Give at least 2 examples.
Mango, acacia, pine, fir, reclaimed, teak, neem.
What is the most popular fruit tree in the world?
Mango.
Where is the bulk of the construction process done?
India.
Are you able to customize any of their furniture?
No.
*For 100 points: slab tops can be chosen for some tables.
Where do they get their cast iron?
It's hand poured and cast with recycled iron, steel, limestone, and carbon.
What is a butterfly joint? Why are they used?
It's a patch shaped like a bowtie, or "butterfly" used to reinforce cracks in solid woods for added strength and durability. Used especially in reclaimed woods.
Are their table legs and posts hand turned? And what does that mean?
Who is Mara's favorite modern opera singer?
Kristin Chenoweth.
What is the Sustainable Furnishings Council? When was it founded?
It is an education and marketing organization promoting healthy environments inside and outside. It was founded in October 2006 in High Point, NC to promote sustainable practices among furniture manufacturers, retailers, and consumers alike.
Who is Mara's favorite Avenger?
Where is their headquarters?
Texas.
A global awareness initiative that plants one tree for every dining table that they produce. Their goal is to prevent further deforestation in the name of furniture manufacturing and bring awareness to the importance of preserving the environment. It was founded by HTD.
What are the benefits of their finishing process?
All of their finishing products are eco-friendly, low VOC, or water based. This ensures a quality standard of strength, durability, consistency of color and moisture resistance while safe for workers in the factory and perfect for families in their homes.
What is a dutchman patch? Why are they used?
A piece of wood used to patch missing or damaged pieces of reclaimed or solid woods for added strength and durability. They're usually made to match as closely as possible to the rest of the piece.
Where do their stains come from?
Germany.
What steps should customers take to maintain the look and finish on their tables?
No excessively hot items should be placed on the surface, and no acetone based products or nail polish should be used on the surface. They can damage the finish.
What does low VOC mean? Why is it important?
VOC stands for Volatile Organic Compounds, and they are commonly found in paints, lacquers, stains, glues, sealants, and other construction products. They are not harmful to the environment, humans, or other living organisms.
Why are metal clips used in table construction?
The clips have slots in them that allow for natural movement and expansion of the wood. They also allow for checking and cracking.
What are the 7 steps of their finishing process?
1 - after hand planing, a layer of black Patina is added.
2 - the Patina is mostly sanded off by hand, to add a distressed look and dimension from the Patina remaining in cracks and crevices.
3+4 - two coats of sealer are applied.
5+6 - two coats of lacquer are added that bond with the sealer to make a highly moisture resistant and durable finish.
7 - final polishing and touching up.
What do they recommend using for minor blemishes or marks on glued wood seams?
Stain pens. This was an easy win.
What is the main ingredient in the stains and lacquers they use?
Water.
What is a floating table top? Why is it used?
"Within the frame, held together with mortise and tenons, wood panels are inserted along a tongue and groove, which allow for the natural movement of solid wood."
No nails or glue are used so that the wood can expand and breathe without damaging the structural integrity of the piece.
What is polystone? How do you care for it?
Polystone is a porous material compounded largely of polyurethane resin mixed with a powdered stone additive. It is a cold-cast material in which no heat is used in the manufacturing process. It is easily stained, and it's important to wipe up spills promptly. Regular waxing with Carnava wax will help protect it.