Testimonials

Shopping at the Amish Craftsman had to have been the most pleasant furniture buying experience ever. The staff was very knowledgeable helpful in assisting us with matching up chairs to the table we had chosen. The delivery team was the most efficient I have ever seen. They were so careful bringing in our table and chairs and were in and out very quickly.

Kelly M., Pearland, TX

My purchase experience of a desk and bookcase at the Amish Craftsman was excellent. Kimberley and Steve are very knowledgeable and professional from the moment I first walked into the store and throughout the ordering process. After a few weeks, Steve emailed to inform me the furniture had arrived from the manufacture. At that time I requested an inspection of the furniture at his warehouse prior to delivery. Try that at one of the big box stores and see what they say! Steve's response was seamless and accommodating. I should add that delivery was handled in the same way. Both items are perfect and just as I had hoped for the day I had placed the order. I am considering a dining room table as my next purchase and most likely will purchase it at the Amish Craftsman.

R.H. Houston,TX

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Amish Wood Furniture is Easy to Care For

Amish Furniture is available from The Amish Craftsman, your Houston Amish furniture store. You pick the design, the wood and the stain color. All Amish Craftsman furniture is made to order by a carefully selected group of highly skilled Amish builders using traditional tools and techniques.

Stop by their store at 5555 Washington Avenue @ TC Jester and let Steve and Kimberley Murphy show you the large selection of fine, custom Amish Furniture.

Handcrafted Amish furniture is built to last. But like anything built of wood, it is affected by its environment, expanding and contracting with changes in weather, especially humidity and temperature. Protecting and caring for your Texas Amish furniture is easy and well worth the effort. The ideal humidity range for fine wood furniture is between 35% - 45%. Low humidity can cause wood furniture to dry or crack, while high humidity like we enjoy here in Houston can result in swelling or warping. Extreme changes in temperature may also affect the condition of Amish wood furniture. A good rule of thumb is that if you are comfortable with the temperature in your home, your Amish furniture probably is too. Amish furniture from The Amish Craftsman should be kept clear of heat sources like furnaces, heating ducts and fireplaces. Intense Light can also have a detrimental effect; prolonged exposure to direct sunlight should be avoided, as well as strong indoor lighting.

Caring for handcrafted furniture doesn't require much more work than any other piece of fine wood furniture. All furniture from The Amish Craftsman is finished with a catalyzed varnish, to keep each piece looking like new for years to come. This finish is the most durable you can find for wood furniture. It is a “baked-on” varnish that has been extensively tested and has proven resistant to most household spills. While this finish is scratch resistant, it is not scratch proof. And since your solid wood Amish furniture is designed to be used, not just admired for its beauty, keep in mind some scratches will be probably be unavoidable, especially in a house with little kids and pets. But, please don’t be afraid to use your furniture every day, it has been built to last and will survive! And, don’t forget, if you are really worried about dings or scratches, you can always order a custom fit table pad from The Amish Craftsman to provide a little more peace of mind.

With some preventative maintenance and basic care your handmade Amish furniture will keep its beauty for years to come. Dust often with a soft, damp cloth and clean up any stains immediately. Please avoid alcohol, acetone, wax, or silicone based cleaning products as these can have adverse effects on the finish. Many experts recommend Guardsman wood cleaning products, which are available at The Amish Craftsman.

With a little care, your Amish crafted furniture will last for generations, becoming a treasured family heirloom. To learn more about Amish wood furniture and its care, contact The Amish Craftsman at 713-862-3444.