Business Advice

A wide belt sander had long been on my wish list. I bought one used, but had to invest heavily in a phase converter to power it.

After the Rudnitzkis put their stamp on it, including shop-floor iPads integrated to sales and order entry and new CNCs, a troubled cabinet business is growing rapidly.

Tischlerei – Fine Woodworking, LLC opened a high-end custom woodworking shop in Salina, KS, last month. Owner Olaf Gerhardt moved 90 miles from cramped quarters for a talented local labor pool.

Building cabinetry in house and sourcing components locally make deadlines and carry advantages that appeal to clients.

New Breed Furniture Network says it has won its largest contract furniture sale: outfitting new offices for a digital giant in Chicago. The wood production firm will scale up operations to handle the work.

Custom Woodworking Business is printed in tandem with its sister magazine Closets - back to back.

Reusing old hinges caused doors to stay proud of the inside of the face frame and the lowest set of hinges, clashing so they couldn't open. Upgrading the hardware, made all the difference in the world.

Timberland Wood Products took me under its wing and is teaching me about the lumber business. Woodworking companies, purchasing agents, and people new to the industry could use the same help. Here it is.