Business Details
34 Years
experience
Custom Amish Hardwood Furniture for Every Room
Founded in 1992, Barkman Furniture has evolved from crafting wooden toys to producing heirloom-quality hardwood furniture for dining rooms, bedrooms, offices, and living spaces. Our mission centers on creating furniture built to exacting standards using sustainably sourced Midwest hardwoods, combining traditional Amish craftsmanship with modern design. Each piece undergoes meticulous construction with time-honored joinery techniques, ensuring durability across generations.Our process prioritizes intentional design for comfort and functionality, followed by precise finishing methods that enhance natural wood beauty. We maintain strict quality control throughout production, from lumber selection to final assembly, and offer both custom-order and quick-ship options. Our commitment extends beyond products to include reliable delivery solutions, including white-glove service for premium customer satisfaction.
Services
Dining Room Furniture
Bedroom Furniture
Office Furniture
Living Room Furniture
Custom Furniture
Live Edge Furniture
Quick Ship Program
Amish Craftsmanship
Sustainable Wood Sourcing
White Glove Delivery
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- 30+ years specializing in Amish hardwood furniture craftsmanship
- Sustainably sourced Midwest hardwoods in every furniture piece
- Custom-built options for unique home environments
- White-glove delivery available for premium installations
- Quick-ship program with guaranteed two-week delivery
Services
Dining Room Furniture
Custom-crafted hardwood dining tables and chairs built with traditional joinery techniques. Available in multiple finishes and configurations, our dining sets combine Amish craftsmanship with modern functionality. Each piece undergoes meticulous hand-sanding and finishing to enhance natural wood grain, ensuring durable, heirloom-quality furniture that withstands daily use while maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Bedroom Furniture
Complete bedroom collections featuring beds, dressers, and nightstands made from sustainably sourced hardwood. Our designs balance comfort and durability, with customizable options for headboards, storage solutions, and finish selections. The construction process incorporates mortise-and-tenon joints and hand-applied finishes, creating bedroom furniture that maintains structural integrity and visual appeal across generations.
Custom Furniture
Tailored furniture solutions for dining, bedroom, office, and living spaces. Customers select dimensions, wood types, and finish options to match specific interior requirements. Our Amish craftsmen apply traditional techniques like dovetailing and tongue-and-groove joinery, ensuring each custom piece meets exact specifications while maintaining the structural integrity and aesthetic quality that defines our brand.
Live Edge Furniture
Specialty furniture showcasing natural wood characteristics through live edge designs. This collection preserves the organic contours of hardwood slabs, combining rustic aesthetics with precise craftsmanship. Each piece undergoes careful drying and stabilization processes to maintain dimensional stability while highlighting unique grain patterns and natural imperfections that enhance visual interest.
Quick Ship Program
Pre-designed furniture collections available for rapid delivery within two weeks. This program offers select dining and bedroom sets built using the same quality standards as custom pieces, with predetermined specifications that allow for accelerated production timelines. Ideal for customers seeking immediate furnishing solutions without compromising on craftsmanship or material quality.
People
Albert Barkman
Owner & President
Founder of Barkman Furniture since 1992, Albert Barkman transitioned from crafting wooden toys to establishing a premier hardwood furniture manufacturer. He oversees operations at the expanded facility purchased in 2008, maintaining strict quality control standards while expanding product offerings to include custom Amish-made furniture collections.
Fannie Barkman
Co-Owner
Partnering with Albert Barkman in business and life, Fannie played a pivotal role in acquiring the current manufacturing facility. She contributes to strategic decision-making and ensures the company's commitment to quality craftsmanship remains central to all operations, supporting the growth of Barkman Furniture's product lines and market presence.
Questions
What customization options are available for furniture pieces?
We offer extensive customization including wood species selection, finish options, dimensional adjustments, and hardware choices across all furniture categories to match specific design preferences and spatial requirements.
How does Barkman Furniture ensure product quality?
Our quality control process includes lumber grading, precision joinery techniques, multiple sanding stages, and hand-applied finishes. Each piece undergoes inspection at various production stages to maintain heirloom-quality standards.
What sustainable practices does the company employ?
We source hardwood exclusively from sustainably managed Midwest forests and maintain efficient production processes to minimize waste. Our furniture longevity also contributes to environmental sustainability through reduced replacement frequency.
What delivery options are available?
Standard delivery to retailers is available, with white-glove delivery options for direct consumer installations. All shipments use protective wrapping and secure loading methods to ensure damage-free transportation.
How long does custom furniture production take?
Custom orders typically require 8-12 weeks for completion, depending on complexity and current production schedules. The Quick Ship Program offers select dining and bedroom sets with guaranteed two-week delivery.
