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Particle-Board Challenge!

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What is the particle-board challenge? It's simple: Before you buy a piece of furniture from one of the big name department stores, talk to me. I can usually build the same thing as a solid-wood, durable piece--usually for less than twice their cost! Even if you are just toying with the idea of custom furniture, give me a quick email, call, or fill out my custom-build quick order form. I can help you come to the right decision.

You Can Afford Custom Furniture

For example, a one hundred dollar CD/DVD rack you can find at Target or Walmart will cost roughly two hundred dollars from Lakota Custom Designs. Not only do you get to use your CD/DVD rack right away (no assembly required), but you can safely move it between residences or rooms without fear of it falling apart. No screws, nails, hammering, or driving of hardware. No marking stickers to remove after you would have assembled your store-bought piece.

It gets even better because the 2xPB (two times particle board) cost actually decreases as the cost of a store piece increases. For example, the CD/DVD cherry media cases shown on this website actually cost just one hundred dollars more than the particle board pieces that my customer would have had to assemble. That's a lot of shelving, and lot of places to make mistakes. Is it really worth your effort?

Buy It Once In Solid Wood

Although particle board furniture is cheaper in the short term, how much does it really cost you if you need to buy a "new one" every couple years? Maybe someone bumps into it and it breaks or shifts, or, it doesn't "survive" a  move. Spend a little more now and save a lot more later. You should always be proud of your furniture. It is a reflection of you and a defining feature of your home.  Take the particle-board challenge today and purchase an affordable heirloom that you can hand down tomorrow. I understand if you'd rather keep it forever, though!

Small Bookcase: This bookcase is part of a 3-piece set that also includes a long bookcase and a television stand. All were stined in Golden Oak to match.

Small White-Maple Wine Rack: This wine bottle holder was made from white maple and clear-coated to match the customers' dining room cabinets.

Radiator Enclosure: In pickling stain with top and bottom molding--a great bedside stand.

Cabinet-Grade Pine, Deep Library Bookcase: One more day of sanding, and then it's ready for your choice of finish.

Neo-Bookshelf: Solid wood, on-the-wall storage that you don't have to assemble yourself.

Set of Custom Radiator Enclosures: This set includes covers both with and without trim.

Pine & Oak Pedestal Table: A mix of pine and oak with a natural finish. A small pedestal bookcase like this is the perfect addition to a room when you need a custom-sized piece of furniture for a specific purpose like holding a small stereo and CDs.

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Library Unit: Turn a wall into a room's focal point with a modular, custom cabinetry and shelving solution. Save thousands of dollars (and hours) when compared to messy, on-site building.

Pair of Tall Bookcases: Turn an empty wall into a library wall with a pair of 8-foot tall bookcases. These also have an adjustable shelf.

Wide and Tall Bookcase: Store your personal collection of books now and as it grows over the years.

Eight-Drawer Chest of Drawers: This dresser includes bun feet, metal sliders for all drawers, and a removable jewelry tray. Click here to take a look inside!

Lazy Susan: Solid maple, 28 inches, and with a lip to help keep stuff on and along for the ride. Need 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 30, or beyond? Order yours today!

Radiator Cover Console: Finished in Jacobean stain, this unit will display a flat-panel TV and hold audio/video components.

Bench Box: A place to sit, store things, or display your prized possessions.

Nine-Foot Long Contemporary Bookcase: This bookcase is two of a kind. Both were created to be exact matches of each other. Click here to see the pair together prior to delivery!

Custom Dresser: The beginning of your custom bedroom set. All solid wood, from top to bottom; and as always, entirely hand made.

Pair of Radiator Enclosures: Replacement radiator covers for a room that had them but needed new ones. Finished in Benjamin Moore paint. These ones will last forever.

Set of Custom Radiator Covers: The finishing touch for any home with steam or hot water radiators is a set of custom radiator enclosures. We measure, build, and deliver. You enjoy.

Accent Table: Solid wood and built to replace and replicate an existing one that had seen too many years of use.