Why Does Furniture Manufacturing Take 6–9 Weeks?

How long should you expect to wait for custom-made furniture? And what does 6–9 weeks actually mean in practice?

In this article, we’ll walk you through our manufacturing process and explain where that time is invested — and why it matters.

Made to order, not made for a warehouse

For us, furniture production begins the moment your order is placed and payment is confirmed. Each piece is made specifically for you. For this reason, we rarely have finished furniture available in stock — and when we do, it never stays in the warehouse for long.

This made-to-order approach allows us to focus on quality, individuality, and attention to detail rather than speed.

The human element and working with living material

A key part of our process is the human factor. Natural wood is a living material — it has grain variation, color differences, and natural imperfections that make every piece unique.

Our craftsmen carefully select and evaluate each piece of lumber by hand, considering wood grain, structure, and visual harmony. This process requires experience and a trained eye — it’s not something machines can decide. These choices directly influence the final appearance, character, and facade of the furniture.

Now that we’ve covered the core principles, let’s take a closer look at each stage of the manufacturing process.

Lumber preparation — the foundation of quality

Everything starts with the wood itself. Oak lumber is cut and prepared in our manufacturing facility. While in some cases standard-sized lumber may already be available, production typically begins only after your order is received. This ensures that the wood is selected specifically for your piece, not taken from a generic batch.

Manufacturing oak panels and components

Once the oak is prepared, we begin producing solid oak panels. These panels are glued, pressed, and cut to the exact dimensions required for your furniture. At the same time, we prepare components for rounded corners, which are later precision-milled.

When all panels and structural elements are ready, we move on to assembly.

Furniture assembly — built, not flat-packed

Unlike mass-produced furniture designed for home assembly, our furniture must be fully assembled and glued in our workshop. The design, construction, and joinery simply cannot be achieved with flat-pack solutions.

This stage takes significantly more time but results in a stronger, more stable, and longer-lasting piece.

Sanding — where perfection is felt, not just seen

After the main structure is assembled, the furniture goes through an extensive sanding process. Depending on the piece, this stage can take several days.

Rounded corners and seamless transitions between surfaces must be sanded perfectly by hand. This is what makes the furniture feel smooth, refined, and natural to the touch — and prepares it for finishing.

Color treatment in multiple stages

The color treatment phase is a multi-step process that requires strict adherence to technology, sequencing, and drying times. Each step builds on the previous one and cannot be rushed.

First, the color is applied. It must be distributed evenly across the surface to ensure a consistent tone, followed by a controlled drying interval that allows the material to properly settle into the wood.

Next, a primer layer is applied. This layer helps eliminate minor surface imperfections and evens out the surface structure. After priming, the furniture is sanded once again (lightly roughened) to achieve a perfectly smooth and uniform surface.

Finally, a protective lacquer layer is applied as part of the color treatment system. This layer protects the surface from everyday wear while preserving the depth, tone, and natural character of the wood.

Each stage of the color treatment process has its own required drying time and technical requirements, which is why this phase alone can take several days to a full week.

Final assembly and quality control

Once finishing is complete, we move on to the final assembly. This includes installing and adjusting hinges, drawer track systems, legs, handles, and other technical components.

This is a highly meticulous stage where every detail is checked and adjusted, ensuring that the furniture functions flawlessly and meets our quality standards.

Secure packing and shipping preparation

The final step is preparing the furniture for transport. Each piece is carefully packed using eco-friendly cardboard honeycomb (hive) protection, designed to absorb impact and prevent damage during shipping — without the use of plastic or polyester materials.

This sustainable packaging solution allows us to protect the furniture responsibly while staying true to our environmental values.

Preparing shipping arrangements, along with the required documentation and certifications, may also take several days depending on the destination.

Time well spent

From lumber selection to final packing, the entire process takes approximately 6–9 weeks. This time is not spent waiting — it’s invested in craftsmanship, natural materials, and thoughtful production.

The result is furniture made to last, designed to age beautifully, and created specifically for your home.