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Custom Design Woodworking: Crafting Heirloom-Quality Furniture in Norwalk, Connecticut
Custom Design Woodworking is a small, family-owned shop in Norwalk, Connecticut that specializes in antique restoration, furniture repair and refinishing, and the creation of handmade, heirloom-quality pieces. In addition to their furniture work, the shop also offers professional chair caning services, making it a one-stop destination for all of your woodworking and furniture needs.
Located at 148 Main Street in downtown Norwalk, Custom Design Woodworking is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm. The shop is wheelchair accessible and has a small parking lot available for customer use. Owner and master craftsman John Smith has been dedicated to providing exceptional quality and customer service for over 25 years, and it shows in the shop's high percentage of repeat business and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
Customers rave about the reasonable pricing and fast turnaround times for repairs and restorations at Custom Design Woodworking. "John really knows his stuff and takes such pride in his work," says longtime customer Sarah Johnson. "I've had him refinish several family heirlooms, and they look brand new. And he always gets the job done quickly without compromising quality." Others highlight the shop's attention to detail, with one reviewer noting, "I brought in an old rocking chair that was falling apart, and John was able to disassemble it, repair all the loose joints, and put it back together better than new."
In addition to their restoration services, Custom Design Woodworking also showcases an ever-changing selection of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted furniture pieces. Visitors may discover rare antique dressers, beautifully refinished armoires, or John's own custom-built tables, bookcases, and other functional works of art. The shop's inventory is constantly evolving, so there's always something new to discover.
Located just a short walk from the Norwalk River and historic SoNo district, Custom Design Woodworking is the perfect destination for anyone seeking high-quality, heirloom-worthy furniture and unparalleled craftsmanship. Whether you're in the market for a timeless piece to pass down through generations or simply need to breathe new life into a cherished family antique, this small-town gem is sure to exceed your expectations.
7 reviews
Alex Wisniewski
David is very friendly and did a great job replacing the caning on our dining room chairs. Pricing is very reasonable considering the labor involved.
Rhea Ruggiero
Dave is a real craftsman! .. takes pride in his work.Loves the art of wood working.. I was very pleased with the results /on my 100 year old chairs.. so glad I found him!
Thank you Rhea, It was a pleasure working for you.
Claudia C
Got a mirror shipped to me with the back pushed off - called David and he fixed it beautifully the same day. Reasonably priced too. I'll keep him in mind for any future repairs and would recommend him!
Thank you Claudia! It was a pleasure working for you.
Lisa Newman
My experience was very good. Reasonably priced. Excellent results. Thank you for repairing my dining room chairs. I highly recommend.
My pleasure, thank you.
Charles Halasz
I had a teak dining table, two end tables, and a sideboard all expertly repaired by CD Woodworking. Everything was done fairly quickly, at reasonable prices, and with a smile. If you have some furniture items that need repair, this is a convenient place to choose. Recommended.
Thank you Charles , it was a pleasure working for you David.
Betten Orr
David did an amazing job with my chair and was lovely to work with!
Thank you , it was my pleasure to work for you .
Trissie Rose
David was a pleasure to work with and did a fantastic repair job. I had a broken chest that had been custom made in another state and was very important to us. He was ingenious with a solution and not only does it look as good as new but it functions perfectly. He was extremely reasonably priced and masterful. Highly recommend.