Is Stickley furniture made by the Amish?

Is Stickley furniture made by the Amish?

Much of our handcrafted Amish furniture closely follows many of the style features which make Stickley furniture so popular, while we also have a massive range of Cherry furniture and Hickory furniture.

Is Stickley furniture high quality?

Stickley furniture is a brand that values legacy, quality, and craftsmanship, and their collections are some of the highest quality furniture on the market. A well-crafted piece of Stickley furniture will gather cherished memories and last through to the next generation.

Does Stickley furniture appreciate?

Stickley enthusiasm is understandable: the craftsmanship and designs remain true to the values of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Stickley pieces frequently appreciate in value, especially older pieces and limited edition introductions. Because Stickley furniture is collectible, you will see forgeries in the used market.

Is Stickley made in Vietnam?

Recently, I was able to take the free Stickley Factory Tour in Manlius, NY, just outside of Syracuse. This huge building is where virtually all the Stickley furniture is made – some of the more inexpensive furniture is made in (Ugh) Vietnam.

Where is Stickley manufactured?

More than 90 percent of Stickley’s products are still made by our own craftsmen in our upstate New York and North Carolina workshops. We comply with strict federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

What is Stickley furniture made of?

The urethane foams in Stickley-made sofas and chairs contain the maximum percentage of soybean-derived polyols, reducing the percentage of petroleum-based inputs.

When were dowels first used in furniture?

The dowel-a peg or pin of hardwood-is a somewhat late development in furniture making; it replaced the traditional mortise and tenon joint in the early 19th Century. The presence of dowels often determines whether a piece of furniture that appears to be from the 18th Century is in fact a Victorian reproduction.

Is Stickley mid century?

This best-selling collection features a mid-century modern feel with pieces handcrafted from solid American walnut.

Where is Stickley made?

How can you tell how old Stickley furniture is?

Look for a shop mark by any one of the Stickley companies. Many of the marks include a joiner’s compass shaped like an “A” with points on the ends of the two legs, the Flemish phrase — “Als ik kan” — translated as “to the best of my ability,” with the furniture maker’s signature beneath, usually Gustav Stickley.

What kind of wood does Stickley use?

Quartersawn white oak
Your furniture is not done until you select the wood and one of Stickley’s hand-rubbed finishes. When feasible Stickley uses Quartersawn white oak, which is less likely to crack, check or warp. The beauty of Quartersawn oak is that it produces a ray flake, a distinctive pattern as unique as each piece of wood.