Hardwood Desks: American Made Furniture at Manchester Wood

Mission Compact Desk

Quality home office furniture is a rising need in home furnishings and in many cases a necessity in today’s work culture. Manchester Wood offers solid wood desks for your home with in a number of various designs to help you find the ideal piece of wood office furniture. From our large Shaker Desk, fit for any business office or large home office space, to the smaller, Secretary Desk and Compact Desk, to our portable desks, such as the Campaign Desk, Lap Desk, and Portable Folding Work and Laptop Desk, we have solid wood desks that will fit in any size space or setting.

All of our desks and furniture are designed to provide convenience for common needs and the unique character of Manchester Wood’s solid wood furniture.  All of our pieces are built from solid American ash hardwood, feature durable construction, and have stain-resistant finishes.  These qualities mean that our solid wood home office furniture that will hold up to years of use while preventing discoloration from accidental spills. Each piece is inspected multiple times during our manufacturing process, and comes with our 100% quality guarantee.

A classic hardwood desk is a staple in any home, and what better place to purchase such a quality, handcrafted piece then from a  solid wood furniture company producing them in the USA. Manchester Wood is that choice; in whatever shape or form you’re looking for in your work desk, whether for home or office, we have it.

Be sure to view our current desks here.

Manchester Wood’s ‘Finding Your Purpose’ August Giveaway!

Our Multipurpose Cart & End Table in a ‘Chestnut’ finish.

Our versatile Multipurpose Cart & End Table is the definition of complete mobility with casters on its legs making for a true multipurpose unit. So, in the name of spirited American made solid wood furniture by Manchester Wood, we’ve decided to feature this practical and unique item for our monthly FREE raffle giveaway for this, the month of August!

The Multipurpose Cart & End Table can be used as an end table, magazine rack, printer stand, or more temporary functions: a surface for a laptop or tablet computer with readily available storage to cart away for saving space.

Enter this month’s raffle by emailing service@manchesterwood.com, or ‘tweet’ us on Twitter (@ManchesterWood) with a response to the question of “Where are you finding your purpose?”

We trust the winner, which will be announced the beginning of next month, will find great purpose for this well-crafted solid wood furniture piece.

To view the Multipurpose Cart & End Table, click here.

To view the rest of our ‘Made in the USA’ furniture, visit ManchesterWood.com.

God Bless you always,

Manchester Wood: American Made Furniture

No Buyers Remorse with Manchester Wood

Our solid wood furniture is designed for quality so that you are not left regretting your purchase.

At Manchester Wood we pride ourselves on not making quality solid wood furniture instead of the cheap throwaway items you’ll find at most big box stores.  Sold by the truckloads, such throwaway furniture is typically destined for landfills not a few short years after they’re sold.

We design solid wood furniture made in America with a promise of heirloom quality that will last generations. Our care for the earth is shown in all our eco-friendly practices and socially conscious decisions.  In making our furniture, we only use locally harvested wood  that comes from forests, which incorporate observed reseeding plans to replenishing the timber and trees that we’ve  removed from our treasured forests.

Our customers are not reckless shoppers and likely due to this, we do not see many instances of  ‘buyers remorse,’ where customers regret their purchase from us. We’ve found that our intelligent consumers thoroughly investigate the options, observe the best finishes to meet their home, and ask thoughtful questions, which is the right approach when you are buying a furniture piece that will last a lifetime.

At Manchester Wood our promise is to provide you a quality product that is exactly as we represent it on our website and advertising.  If anything, our goal is to provide furniture pieces that go beyond satisfying customers with their quality.  We want to impress and inspire with our dedication to sold wood craftsmanship and quality.

 Manchester Wood designs and produces quality, affordable, eco-friendly solid wood American furniture in the Green Mountains of Vermont and Adirondack foothills of New York.

Helping the New American Consumer: Sales, Giveaways, and more!

The many reasons why Manchester Wood is the best American made furniture provider.

When it comes to classic Americana solid wood furniture with ranges in design from Adirondack, Shaker, Contemporary, Slate Top, Glass Top, Mission, Cherry, and more, Manchester Wood is a leading manufacturer of quality Made in USA furniture. Our small “mill,” as our 50-odd craftspeople would claim it, is just West of the Green Mountains in Vermont, and rests at the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains in New York.

With major press outlets such as NPR and ABC World News with Diane Sawyer discussing Made in the USA products and the dire need of re-growing in the marketplace for the countries well-being as a people, both monetarily and ethically. Manchester Wood is happy to say that we’re at the forefront of affordability in the quality of our heirloom furniture that is important to us, and we plan for everybody to participate and own American made solid wood furniture produced from our plant.

In order to see this plan actualized, to see Wal-Mart or Target consumerism enter more towards a world of smart shopping and ethical consumption of products, Manchester Wood is offering an extension of gratitude and thanks for our amazing customers with monthly giveaways, more sales on items, and other prizes and raffles as we continue the year in offering incentives towards the pursuit of higher consumer understanding.

This month (January) we have two great offers available with a FREE cutting board for ANY purchase, and 10% off ALL Outdoor Furniture! Simply type “FREE” for cutting board, “Early” for 10% Outdoor Furniture discount in the coupon code box at checkout.

Sign-up on our mailing list to receive these updates on all our deals by clicking here, or by visiting our website, ManchesterWood.com, our Facebook, Twitter, or Blog.

We thank you for being on the cutting edge of the new rise in American consumerism! God bless you!

4th of July $10 Off Adirondack Sale: June 24th – July 5th

Kid's Adirondack Chairs are only $69.95!

Manchester Wood celebrates America’s Independence with offering the highest quality American made summer staple for over the last 35 years: the Adirondack Chair; with $10 off every chair purchased and FREE SHIPPING anywhere in the continental U.S. from June 24^th until July 5^th. It requires typing “4thSale” in the Coupon Code box at checkout on ManchesterWood.com.

Our Adirondack Chairs have become a lake and beachside benchmark, an emblem of comfort, craftsmanship, and relaxation. We’re proud to say our chairs have graced many docks, porches, and ocean sides over the years, and a small token of our appreciation comes in this $10 off sale.

Lemon Yellow Adirondack Chair on Glen Island, Lake George, NY

Choose any of our 7 finish colors for both Adirondack and Kid’s Adirondack Chairs. The sale brings our Kid’s Adirondack Chair down to a mere $69.95! That’s a true savings, and a great way for the young ones to join Mom and Dad this summer at a very reasonable price.

Sit back… relax… and take a piece of the Adirondacks home with you this Independence year.

To view our Adirondack Chairs, click here.

To view our Kid’s Adirondack Chairs, click here.

Manchester Wood designs and produces quality, affordable, eco-friendly solid wood American furniture in the Green Mountains of Vermont and Adirondack foothills of New York.

DIY Branding: Lake George Photo Shoots

Manchester Wood's Adirondack Chair on Lake George, NY (click photo for full-size)

Over the past couple weeks we’ve been doing several photo shoots at Lake George, New York showcasing our Outdoor Furniture. Nestled in the valley between the Hudson River and St. Lawrence, Lake George rests in the Great Appalachian Valley; the roots of Adirondack furniture.

So it’s an easy choice of landscape when documenting our product on this historic land, a lake with an aura of the past, a place far away from existence, even though the boats roar by at a near constant these days there is still something about the beaches, islands, and majestic waters that bring a peaceful and reflective pace. We think some of these photos help show such an experience.

Manchester Wood's Adirondack Chair Glen Island, L.G., NY (click photo for full-size)

Lake George is a hard place to leave once you’ve arrived, and we’d like to think so are the Adirondack Chairs we produce at Manchester Wood.

We started this blog title with “D.I.Y.” – Doing It Yourself is a key element to our brand, whether as a company, or as it’s people. Our founder started this business in the basement of his home in the mid-50’s after arriving home from the Korean War to a bustling factory where we work today. When he sat down with J.C. Penney, the man, he explained how his company and himself were just “honest farmers trying to a make a living.” We aren’t farmers anymore, well some of us are in fact, but the honest pitch is a living testament, as shown in the picture below.

Manchester Wood's President rafting out an Adirondack Chair during shoot, top picture in article is result.

In order to get that first shot of our Lemon Yellow Adirondack Chair on that stand alone rock in the middle of the lake, the company President elected to hop in a $20 blow-up raft and paddle out to get the shot, with chair in tow. With seagulls and waves interjecting at times, he made it, and the picture through that effort was well worth it, as seen at top of this piece.

Hardwork and honesty are major staples of our efforts here at Manchester Wood, whether this can bring you inspiration to do what it takes for your brand, or if it helps buy into ours, we hope this sneak look gives you the understanding of how fully faceted we are, with a beautifully crafted Adirondack Chair to boot!

View our Adirondack Chairs here, or the rest of our Outdoor Collection here.

Graduation Season: Perfect Furniture Gifts for Young Professional

As Graduation season winds down, Manchester Wood reviews a few select items for young professionals making the stride from school to the workplace, building a home and an environment for their future.

Portable Folding Work Desk

Our Portable Folding Work Desk is an immediate choice item for the new graduate looking for that small piece with a work mobility that fits the 21^st century life style. An updated TV Tray Table with a more modern use. It’s light with a very large table surface for a quick, immediate, sprawled workspace.

From dorm life to adulthood, finding that entertainment center for the young adult can be a pricy and taunting task. Manchester Wood covers several TV/Media Stands that have a longevity and class that’ll give a young professional a focused and intelligent purchase in both quality and character. The Hanover Media & Gaming Stand is our immediate choice when gifting the youth moving through a transition with their entertainment pieces. With its concealed look, it’s easy to hide away those gaming consoles and other, sometimes youthful items to a particular guest. The look and feel spells modern functionality with a traditional design making it easy to fit in any home design or setting.

Along the lines of storage with our entertainment consoles comes our Jelly Cabinet. It’s the perfect addition to a kitchen or area where storage space is needed. A smaller item too, which makes it great for a new home or apartment space. With it’s door hinged on the left and ample shelving there is room for canned goods or other products that need a place. When closet or pantry space is sparse, this item is a smart choice.

Start off the next generation’s adulthood with a gift that will last a lifetime, with a product and brand that’s socially conscious background supports the American economy and American Made furniture.

June 14th: Flag Day

In 1861 the country was in jeopardy, the American Civil War had just started and the Union was losing its youthful, vibrant, revolutionary energy. Factions of American society grew restless as a critical social evolution took place.

Poster commemorating the 140th Flag Day on 14 June 1917 (via wikipedia.com)

That same year, George Morris in Hartford, Connecticut was credited with suggesting “Flag Day,” an occasion in honor of the American Flag which was established on June 14^th, 1777 and suggested that it should be further recognized with a celebration. The city of Hartford observed this new holiday with parades and patriotic programming on June 14^th, 1861. The focus of it at the time was for prayer and support of the troops fighting in preservation of the Union.

It wasn’t until the early 20^th century though, when President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation that officially established June 14^th as Flag Day, a day of patriotism, support, and reflection.

As the years pass, Flag Day has had its high times of celebration, and it’s low times, much like the change of the country and the World.

Interestingly enough, the largest Flag Day celebration is nearby our mill here at Manchester Wood in the city of Troy, New York, some 60 miles away with an average of over 50,000 in attendance.

Whether you’re a flag-totting patriot or a lover of a free world, or both, maybe next Tuesday June 14^th you take time to reflect on the Flag, our history, and what a wild ride it’s been.

From all of us at Manchester Wood, happy early Flag Day, we hope you find that sometimes hidden powerful and independent spirit all us Americans have grown with.

Happy Flag Day!

Celebrating the American Dad on Father’s Day

 

American Dad and Manchester Wood worker, Linden preparing wood in rough mill

Manchester Wood offers 15% Discount!

plus FREE SHIPPING ON ALL PRODUCTS!

With summer upon us, Memorial Day this past week and the 4th of July fast approaching, there is much to celebrate.

Among those summertime celebrations is Father’s Day on June 19th. What better gift for Dad than a high quality, American made product? An item that holds pride and memory of a past that once held a prosperous American economy with a now promising outlook towards the future. To think of our product as one of these items brings great joy, so today we announce a special Father’s Day season discount to our socially conscious, American made customers!

ALL Manchester Wood products will be available at 15% OFF today through June 20th (for you late shoppers), and it requires typing “AmericanDad” in the Coupon Code box at checkout on Manchesterwood.com.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach us toll free at 1-800-660-6930 or by email, service@manchesterwood.com.

Many thanks and blessings!

Hope you’re well!

Adirondack Outdoor Furniture: A Summer time Experience

When it comes to Adirondack chairs it’s easy to get lost in the shuffle with competitors. Adirondack outdoor furniture is one of the most popular items for the Summer time experience, and we have no qualms on that, we love Adirondack outdoor furniture. In fact, many have found our Adirondack chairs the most comfortable, best designed, and longest lasting in comparison to our competitors.

You surely can’t be in business for over 30 years, and not be able to stand behind your work, especially with wood Adirondack chairs that don’t have the leniency of plastic look-alikes that are more of a throw-away item than a piece of furniture.

We’ve had customers that have had our Adirondack chairs since their inception. That’s a longtime for outdoor furniture, especially for those folks living in areas of changing seasons. A main reason for that is the convenient wintertime storage capability. All our Adirondack outdoor furniture is easily foldable, and a sturdy folding Adirondack chair can be hard to find, let alone Adirondack Side Tables or Foot Rests, but all of that and more can found on our online catalog.

Our Adirondack Chair and Side Table on Lake George, NY

What better place to purchase Adirondack outdoor than from people working and living literally in the Adirondack outdoors! Manchester Wood’s manufacturing plant is located at the foothills of the Adirondacks; our Adirondack chairs have made major press publications, newspapers, mail order catalogs, books, and further merits of being a designer of furniture that originated right where we produce.

This summer, when you look to sit back and relax with your loved ones on a pond, creek, beach, or lake, we hope you take us with you.

View our authentic Adirondack chairs today at www.manchesterwood.com