CUSTOM MADE FURNITURE IN NATIVE WOOD
HAND CRAFTED BY WAYNE SMITH
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Cabinetmaker Wayne Smith specialises in working with New Zealand native timbers

All selected timber used comes from sustainable milling practices, recycled kauri, and oaks, with a specialty in rimu.

Rimu is regarded as one of the finest furniture timbers today with its unique grains, fiddles and lights. Rimu in most cases is over 100 years old, so to give the rimu its respect and true worth Wayne crafts the timber in a manner that it will serve and give pleasure, if treated well and with respect, for the next 100 years.

Macrocarpa is another quality furniture timber now finding favour with the discerning home owner. A timber that also has life and vitality, and one that will also give excellent service.

Wayne does not try to compete with Asian imported timber products and neither he should. His specialty is building one-offs, a special requirement to suit the owner's particular needs.
All work is undertaken using the best of the old craft including dovetails, biscuit, rebate and dowel joints for strength and genuine craftsman longevity, as all pieces -from the largest cabinet to the simple board -are all made to last a lifetime.

When you look at any of Wayne’s pieces you will find them finished to the highest standard using the best finishes for the job. Lift up the skirt or look underneath and the strength and quality of finish is repeated - the sign of a true craftsman who puts life and commitment into his work. Have a look at some of his work.

If you are looking for that special piece to complement your home, office or board room, one that will last a lifetime, give Wayne a call and talk with the craftsman himself.

No job is too big or too small ... they all get the same love and attention to detail.


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