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Understanding Wood Hardness: The Janka Scale
The Janka scale is a simple way to see how tough a wood really is. It measures how much force it takes to press a small steel ball into the wood. The higher the number, the harder the wood. Red oak comes in around 1,290 pounds of force which makes it a popular choice...
Bed Storage Solutions
The room in your house with the guest bed could be doing a whole lot more than just collecting dust. If you're working with limited space, or if you’ve got a bedroom that’s basically just a big mattress with walls around it, this article is for you. Square footage is...
Custom vs. Mass-Produced: Why Amish-Built Furniture Stands the Test of Time
In a world full of fast furniture and mass production, it’s easy to overlook the value of something truly built to last. But when it comes to furnishing your home, does quality really make a difference? Let’s explore why Amish-built furniture stands apart from the...
Hardwood Furniture Created in Ohio
At Swiss Valley Furniture, we are proud of our Ohio heritage. We are now in our third generation of designing and building solid hardwood furniture, following the same values of integrity and accountability to deliver beautiful, lasting furniture pieces. Shop Our...
Understanding Stain, Paint and Glaze Options
At Swiss Valley Furniture, a big part of our customization comes in the wide variety of finishes available for our wood furniture products. Our finish options include stains, paints, and distressing, all of which can work together to complete the look of your...
Maximize Space with Custom Shelving
To make the most of your home, it is important to use your available space well. Quality shelving will help you organize your home so it doesn’t feel cluttered. This won’t just help your rooms look nicer — it will also help them feel bigger. At Swiss Valley Furniture,...
3 Things to Look for in Custom Furniture
While buying furniture online can be convenient, it isn’t going to be the same as ordering custom handmade furniture. While we don’t sell our custom pieces directly online, our sales team is standing by to answer your questions on the phone. Here are some important...
Solid Wood Dresser and Drawers
Solid wood dressers aren’t just a useful place to store clothing and other items. They can also help make a bedroom feel like home. Here at Swiss Valley Furniture, we believe that it is important to have quality handcrafted furniture pieces to hold the things that...
Maximize Space with Bunk Beds
If you need to save space in your home (particularly when it comes to child bedrooms), bunk beds can make a big difference. Our solid wood bedroom furniture is available in twin and full sizes, and can even have storage doors and drawers added on! Here’s what you...
Storage Options for Custom Shelves
When it comes to your household storage needs, shelving is sometimes overlooked. However, at Swiss Valley Furniture, we know what a difference these wood products can make, whether part of a furniture piece or mounted to the walls. Shelves Are Versatile Shelves are...