Everything Amish

“Hi, Laura

“I ordered a dining table with 4 chairs, a coffee table and 2 end tables. They all arrived as planned and were set up in time for Thanksgiving. The furniture is beautiful and very well made.

Mary decided on getting several styles like Mission, Arts & Crafts and Madison. One thing good about Amish Furniture, you can mix and match different styles of your choice.

“It is solid wood and put together for durability. In fact, it is so well made that I am considering passing it on as a heritage piece to my niece. Just love it and plan to order a couple of living room chairs next.

“Amish Furniture and I corresponded several times through email and they were always prompt in answering questions and a pleasure to work with.

“They are great people.

Mary from California”

Customized Chandler 2 Door Hutch

“We got the hutch today, and although I only have a few pieces in it, I HAD to send you some pictures!”

“I am so pleased with how it came out and the whole ordering process. Also, Matthew (delivery driver) was wonderful and very personable. I’m afraid I may have scared him a bit with how excited I was 😉

“Thanks for everything,

Tasiana from Virginia”

Best Fit for A New Kitchen

“My furniture arrived yesterday, and I am so excited about it. It exceeded my expectations and looks wonderful in my new kitchen.

“Laura was extremely helpful and worked with me for several months until I was certain about what I wanted.”

Amy got this Single Pedestal Dining Table and Harris Dining Chairs built in brown maple with Acres stain.

“It was definitely worth the time and effort.

Amy from Maryland”

Caledonia Bedroom Pieces

Gail have this to say about her new Caledonia 10 Drawer Dresser and 3 Drawer Night Stand in oak with FC-12010 Wheat stain.

“Hi Laura – We just received our dresser and 2 nightstands – they are absolutely gorgeous!!  We will cherish them as a new family heirloom!  Thank you so very much!

Gail from Iowa”

Start Rocking with Harrisburg Mission Rocker

“We were completely satisfied with our on-line choice of Amish Furniture Factory for the manufacture of our new rocking chair.  The quarter-sawn oak has a great personality, the chair’s structure is as solid as a rock, and talk about comfort!

We had no idea that a rocker could be so generous.  The “white glove” delivery brought us a work of art with no blemishes whatsoever.”
 

He ordered a beautiful Harrisburg Mission Rocker in quarter-sawn white oak with Michaels Cherry stain.

“The only problem we have is that there’s no room here for another chair of the kind. 

Joseph from Florida”

Why Amish Furniture Shopping Doesn’t Have to Be Hard

 
Dennis from California got this Princeton Dining Table and Meridian Dining Chairs in quarter-sawn oak with FC-106 Acres stain.
 

 
But before he got his dining room set, he found the best way to shop for Amish furniture online. Here’s what Dennis writes about Amish Furniture Factory.

The Best Quality Selection

 
“Our new table is amazing—the finish is smooth and pleasant to the touch; the chairs are solid and the cushions very comfortable. In fact, we noticed immediately that the (lumbar support) curve of the chair backs was an improvement on the previous chairs.
 

“Our experience with the website and the company was exemplary. After visiting numerous stores in our area as well as visiting numerous websites, we concluded that the combination of features we wanted in a table was only going to be found on an Amish furniture site.

A Website That’s Easy to Understand

 
“We visited a dozen or so different web stores, and Amish Furniture Factory’s site really stood out. It was both easy to use and had a large amount of information available—it was easy to browse the various table and chair designs, the stain and fabric options were easy to review, and there was plenty of information about the wood types.

Human Customer Service

 
“I had made an error in my original order (placed through the website) I had selected a rustic oak instead of the regular oak and the staff caught the discrepancy and called me to clarify. Throughout the process, they were great to work with—they made a custom stain sample for us, and the final delivery was punctual and in fact earlier than we expected. There was an alignment problem with one of the legs and the company helped resolve that as well.
 
“The next time we look to purchase custom hand-crafted furniture, we’ll be back here for sure.
 
—Dennis”
 

Why This California Home Ordered Their Furniture In Advance

“The media cabinet and dining set are beautiful and worth the 10 weeks’ wait!”

 
When Peggy from California chose a handcrafted dining room set and TV stand, she knew it would be made-to-order, just for her. That’s why she was willing to order up to 12 weeks ahead.
 

 
“Laura my furniture is perfect! The craftsmanship is off the charts! I’m sure with care this furniture will last a hundred years! I’m so happy. Laura thank you so much!”
 

 
What kind of dream space would convince you plan up to 12 weeks in advance? Let’s talk in the comments below.
 

How This Washington Home Got the Greatest Selection of Amish Bedroom Furniture

by Vicki Nemeth

Michael from Washington found the greatest selection of Amish bedroom furniture by shopping online. Because we don’t have a physical showroom, we don’t have strict limits on what we can carry. That’s good news for Michael’s master bedroom.

Francine Bed with Tufted Fabric Headboard
Queen size
Cherry with Washington stain
C8-8 Pearl upholsteryFrancine Night Stands

The Francine series is made in America by Schwartz Bedroom and Entertainment. Once Michael discovered the series, he decided to build his master bedroom with it. So he contacted Laura for advice on selection. In total, Michael built three bedrooms. Here is more of the master bedroom, and you can see the other two bedrooms below.

Francine 9-Drawer Dresser with MirrorCustom Francine Dressing Table

Cherry with Washington stain

The Francine line’s style features curves and detailing around furniture tops and bases, while understated inset drawers create the perfect balance of elegance and luxury.

Francine 3-Drawer 1-Opening Media ChestFrancine 6-Drawer Chest

Cherry with Washington stain

Once Michael got all set up, he wrote, “We are very pleased with the furniture. It looks fantastic in the rooms and is of the quality we expected.

Michael from Washington”

Naval-themed bedroom

In case you noticed, yes, he did say, “rooms.” Michael’s family has furnished three bedrooms (so far). The second room uses Schwartz’s extensive catalogue again. For its naval-themed decor, this room boasts the Adrianna Bed‘s classic cannonballs.

Adrianna Bed
Full sizeAdrianna 6-Drawer Chest

Adrianna 3-Drawer Night Stand shown without the opening

Cherry with Acres stain

French country bedroom

The family chose a French Country set by J. Edwards Furniture to match the feminine vibe of their third bedroom.

French Country Bed
Full sizeFrench Country 6-Drawer Chest

French Country 27” 3-Drawer Night Stand

Cherry with Baywood stain

Michael is so pleased with his new bedrooms that, “We are planning another order to furnish a 4th bedroom and our office for next spring or summer.”

Do you have any bedroom furniture goals? Let’s talk about it in the comments below.

The 6 Careful Steps This Family Took to Choose Their Best Dining Room Furniture

by Vicki Nemeth

Want to know how to shop for Amish furniture? Ask Dennis and Sharon from Nebraska.

Their testimonial letter starts with, “Since we have purchased other Amish pieces over the last 15 years and had never been disappointed in the quality of craftsmanship, we were not apprehensive about ordering online.” With that much experience, they’re clearly Amish furniture fans.

When they decided to buy a dining set for their open concept living room and dining room, they knew exactly how to find the best pieces. The search didn’t start with us, but they ended up here because they did their research. Here are 6 important steps they took to make their home’s best match in Amish dining room furniture.

1. Start shopping early

Buying heirloom furniture is a major decision, so Dennis and Sharon didn’t take it lightly. “We had shopped for an Amish dining room set for about 6 months at several local Amish furniture dealers and also online,” they write. Starting to shop early gives you time to make careful decisions about your style, including viewing color samples. After you choose, Amish builders make each piece as it’s ordered and can take over eight weeks. Delivery for handcrafted furniture is also a careful process.

2. Know your style 

Say Dennis and Sharon, “We knew the style we wanted so it was quick and easy to make comparisons.” They already had a lot of wood statement pieces in their farmhouse-country home. What’s more is their living room had rounded edges on the upholstered furniture. Traditional-style furniture would match with the living room, but they had to avoid going full rococo in order to match the farmhouse decor.

Starting to shop early came in handy here. The time they spent made it possible to learn about the traditional style, manufacturers, and the name of the Hampton line. Then they could shop around.

3. Search the web

Internet searching makes shopping around fast. Browsing both in person and online helped Dennis and Sharon decide that an understated traditional style was their best match. As soon as they knew the word “traditional,” they were able to type that in and browse until they found out that the furniture they liked is called Hampton. Searching “Hampton” put numerous offers in front of Dennis and Sharon, and from there they could compare everyone’s prices.

That’s where we came in: “Amish Furniture Factory’s price was significantly less than any other local or online dealers and made Amish furniture affordable,” they say.

4. Use your imagination when purposing furniture

More than just a dining room, Dennis and Sharon’s space contains a living room. So they may have considered a sideboard, but instead they chose the Hampton Cabinet Sofa Table, which fits perfectly behind their sofa. Remember not to hold yourself back with strict rules about handcrafted furniture. Get what you will love to use in your home.

5. Call customer service 

Another benefit to starting to shop early is you will have enough time to ask for customizations. After all, it is handcrafted furniture. Unlike mass-producing factories, craftspeople’s methods leave room to add the individuality you need to perfectly suit your home. This includes custom measurements, shelving, or finishes like two-tone or weathering.

If a piece of furniture is almost exactly what you want, it’s a good idea to call the office to mine the staff for knowledge. Say Dennis and Sharon, “Laura was very helpful, communicated well and reviewed our order several times for accuracy. Stain samples were sent to us and we could customize the furniture.” Many pieces of furniture have options beyond what are listed on their webpages. You never know what customizations could be possible if you would just ask.

It’s almost always the right choice to have physical wood and stain samples shipped so you can view them with the lighting you intend to use in your space. This takes time too.

Finally, it’s important to make sure you got your order right. Buying Amish furniture is a commitment and you wouldn’t want to get all hyped up only to be delivered the wrong furniture. We’ve corrected orders after shipping before, but re-shipping and waiting all over again is quite the hassle!

6. Choose white glove delivery 

Just do it. If you’ve just bought Amish furniture, it’s worth the investment to get professionals who will carry it all into your house for you and put it together in the right places. Right now it’s only $30 more than curbside delivery and it will save you the work of lifting and the risk of damaging your hardwood furniture and your house.

Here’s why white glove delivery was the best choice for Dennis and Sharon: “Communication on the delivery date was great and delivery was right on time. We chose the white glove option for delivery. The delivery man was excellent. He was friendly, clean, well-organized, and did his job in a very professional manner. He showed us how to open the table and store the leaves and made sure everything was to our satisfaction.”

After 6 months of shopping, Dennis and Sharon were pleased with their order. “Upon examination of our new dining room furniture, we found it to be handcrafted in the manner that we always expect from the Amish. It is a beautiful set. We would definitely order through Amish Furniture Factory again and highly recommend them.”

Have you ever bought anything that had to be so perfect, you spent months shopping for exactly the right item? Let’s talk about it in the comments.

New Jersey Kitchen Gets a Smooth New Pantry

“My experience with purchasing my pantry with Amish Furniture Factory could not have been better! I appreciated the guidance provided while making my decision. Receiving samples of the stained wood was very helpful with matching the color to my kitchen.

“The delivery was a little earlier than first stated even though I ordered over the holiday and it was custom built. Even the delivery all the way to NJ went well, the driver kept in touch so I’d know when he would arrive and was prompt. The pantry was delivered in perfect condition.

“I absolutely love the pantry; it holds so much food. The quality is 10 out of 10!

Mary from NJ”

How Pre-planning Holds This California Bedroom Design Together

Todd from California got his new Catalina Bedroom Set and added a Lakewood Bench and Matison Blanket Chest. In the spirit of his furniture’s smooth brown maple surface and elegant symmetrical curves, he decided to go Art Deco with Dark Knight stain.

Here’s a note from Todd: “Well, the gorgeous bedroom set made it to us all safe and sound. The two guys delivering it did a great job getting it here and the craftsman absolutely created perfection! We still need to decorate the room and get new bedding but it looks amazing. The pictures make the floors look really red but in person it is different and you can see some of the browns and grays come out of the wood. We are very very happy and it all started with your help… thank you again!”

Catalina 8 Drawer Dresser (also available in the set) 

Pre-planning made it easier for Todd to choose extra pieces with design elements that match the set. By ordering the bench and blanket chest at the same time as the bedroom set, Todd increased his volume discount.

What’s your dream bedroom like? You can leave a comment below.

10 Reasons Why John Only Needs 1 Dining Table

John is really excited to have his new Double Pedestal Dining Table:

“Laura I just wanted to write and thank you for all your help. The table arrived on Friday and my wife and I are very happy with it the quality and workmanship are excellent and I can’t say enough about how helpful and responsive you were it was a real pleasure dealing with you. Also, I wanted to say how fantastic (the delivery driver) Peter was.

Thanks again

John from MA”

How New Furniture Helps Douglas Display His Antiques

Douglas from California chose two Bel Aire Bookcases in solid oak with Copper stain to organize his antique library. The doors contribute to the space’s luxurious hardwood style; by couching the colorful books, they allow Douglas’ grandfather clock to stand out.

Douglas writes:
 
“I was most pleased by the entire process and the bookcases were absolutely beautiful and the construction and woodworking a bit beyond my very high expectations. Several neighbors have also been simply amazed by the quality.

“Lastly, the delivery fellas were terrific, bent over backwards to make sure the last step of the delivery process was perfect, even in the winter wonderland of Lake Tahoe at the time.
 
Cheers
 
Douglas from California”
 

5 Solid Reasons Why This Couple Loved Shopping at Amish Furniture Factory

by Vicki Nemeth

Mark and Terri bought a TV stand and a dining set on time for the holidays. Here’s their new Honeybee Mission 60″ TV Cabinet with seedy glass. The poinsettias add a holiday touch.

They sent us a letter detailing 5 reasons why they are happy with both the furniture and their shopping experience, so we’ve turned it into a list. Here is what Mark and Terri have to say, with our added explanations.

“We had a wonderful experience with our furniture purchase from Amish Furniture Factory.

1. “The quality of the materials and workmanship in our new TV console and dining room set are amazing.”

All of our furniture is handcrafted in the USA with solid wood and no particle board. Table tops are at least 1” thick. Mortise and tenon joints hold our pieces together strongly, and dovetails keep our drawers in beautiful condition.

2. “They matched perfectly with the online photos. They are truly beautiful and have become the focal points of our home.”

We know that online shopping can be a nightmare with thousands of made-in-wherever brands popping up every year. But we’re personally involved in the business of finding you the best furniture for your household. That’s why we’re a Better Business Bureau accredited business operating out of Fairfield, Iowa, and our manufacturers’ workshops around America are so close to home, some customers have even managed to visit.

3. “The sales representative was very helpful and answered our questions. It was nice to have someone with whom we could discuss the purchase options.

“Running a small business means we interact with our product. It means the same people gain more understanding of our furniture, year after year. Further, by fostering an understanding and working with craftspeople, we can imagine what options and even what customizations are possible. All you have to do is give Laura a call.

4. “The volume purchase discount was a significant incentive in our purchasing decision. It made it worth purchasing the TV console and dining room set together rather than in separate orders.

“We only require a 30% deposit on orders over $1000, plus we have scaling percent discounts based on the size of your order. Check out the savings in the table below:

5. “The delivery person was accommodating and adjusted the delivery to meet our schedule. He was skilled in the assembly and setup of our new furniture. I highly recommend the extra fee for the white-glove service, it was worth every penny.

“It’s luxury furniture, and we want to treat it well. We also want to keep your deliveries secure from theft.Whether you choose white-glove or regular curbside delivery, they’ll call you to set up a delivery appointment so you can be there. White-glove has the added service of our delivery team doing all the lifting and set-up inside your home.

From the web search to the delivery, we made sure to provide Mark and Terri with the best customer experience we could. And it’s worth it when they say things like this:

“This was a five star purchasing experience.”

How Helping Your Parents Shop Online Creates a Solid Bond

I’m at my mother’s for Christmas and finally getting to see the Classic Corner TV Stand we ordered. It’s beautiful. Mother wanted me to email this photo and let you know how pleased she is with it. Thanks again for all your help. Wishing all of you a wonderful holiday season.

Diana