Solid Wood Guide

David Alexander predominantly uses solid hardwoods, favoured for free standing furniture for many reasons including that they are stronger and more durable than softwoods such as pine. Where appropriate, real wood veneered sheet materials are utilised e.g for larger joinery work, panels or shelving. FSC certified timber and materials are sourced from UK suppliers and locally sourced timber is used wherever possible. More rare or exotic timbers can be sourced on request. Advise can be given on timber choices as some are more suitable to specific furniture than others.

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Timber is carefully selected and composed for each piece. However, since solid wood is a natural material, variations in grain patterns and tones will occur from one tree to another and cannot be guaranteed. Knots and other unique characteristics, like cracks or old insect trails, may be intentionally left visible and filled with epoxy resin, as long as they do not compromise the structural or aesthetic integrity of the furniture.

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The solid wood used for your furniture will have been dried to around 9-12% (for interior furniture) but will still continue to expand and contract throughout the seasons as humidity and temperatures change. To avoid warping or other damage caused by excessive heat or moisture, furniture should be kept in a dry, heated room, away from direct heat sources such as open fires, stoves or radiators. The finish applied to your furniture will offer some protection and resistance to liquids but any spillages should be cleaned up immediately with a damp cloth to prevent permanent marking. Further after care advice will be issued along with your final invoice.