Custom Rocking Chair

Custom Rocking Chair

Buying a rocking chair can be as simple as visiting a furniture store; however, there are many reasons you should consider ordering a custom rocking chair.

• To have the perfect chair for the baby nursery
• To own a one-of-a-kind rocker
• To create a matching chair for your baby crib set
• To choose a preferred style of woodworking or design including the wood, stain, and color
• To own a chair that is designed to fit you; some chairs are designed to your measurements and weight
• To own a chair that you know is well made and will last through generations

Finding a Craftsman

Now that you have decided to purchase a custom rocking chair, you need to hand-pick the right craftsman to create your heirloom.

Using a Local Craftsman

If you have a local craftsman who makes custom rocking chairs, visit his woodworking studio before contracting him to do the job. While there, take some time to look at and inspect his work.

Sit in some if his chairs and rock to see how they feel. These steps will allow you to make an informed decision on if you like his style and the feel of the chair.

Contracting a Chair Long Distance

If you know of a woodworker with a great reputation you would like to contract who is long distance, you may not have the opportunity to visit his studio. Take these steps before contracting him for your chair:

• Review pictures of different chairs he has created
• Ask for a list of wood he uses and find out where he buys it
• Ask for some names of previous customers you can call
• Know ahead of time what it is going to cost you from start to delivery to your front door
• Have a written contract that protects you in case the chair is not what you agreed upon or gets broken in transition

Websites

Here are some craftsman who make custom rocking chairs:

• Custom Made Gallery with a state directory
• Custom Rocking Chairs, Idaho
• Parker Converse Custom Rocking Chairs, Florida
• Scott Morrison, Montana
• Robert Hensarling, TX