Choose the right length
Start with everyday seating, then note how many extra chairs need to fit.
Custom farmhouse tables
Farmhouse tables rely on proportion. The top thickness, overhang, leg or trestle position, and finish need to suit the scale of the dining space.
Ask about farmhouse tables- Build timing
- Usually 6–10 weeks
Choose the character of your farmhouse table
The character comes from proportion, but the table still has to welcome every chair. Length, overhang, and base position are worked out together.
Leave room for the base
The leg or trestle position affects chair spacing, end seating, and how far people can slide in.
Decide how much variation you want
Board variation, natural marks, edge treatment, and finish determine how clean or rustic the finished surface will look.
Plan for a bench if needed
A matching bench can tuck beneath the table, but its length and height should be set with the base in mind.
What the written proposal covers
The proposal names the wood, dimensions, base construction, finish, and any matching bench, along with delivery and timing. The quote reflects that complete design.
See how commissions work- Table dimensions and overhang
- Turned-leg or trestle construction
- Wood, finish, and any matching bench
- Build timing and delivery
Completed farmhouse table projects
See how the materials and proportions come together in a finished home. Each of these pieces was made for its own space.
Custom farmhouse tables for homes across southern Maine
Jonathan builds farmhouse tables for homes across southern Maine, including York and Cumberland counties. Local delivery usually includes bringing the piece into the room. Direct delivery is available across much of New England, and freight anywhere in the continental US.
Questions about custom farmhouse tables
Can a farmhouse table include a matching bench?
Yes. Planning both pieces together allows the bench height, length, and clearance beneath the table to work as one design.
What changes between turned legs and a trestle base?
Each base creates different chair spacing and legroom. The room, seating plan, and preferred look determine which arrangement works better.
Do you deliver farmhouse tables across southern Maine?
Yes. Jonathan delivers across southern Maine and brings the piece into the room. Direct delivery and freight are available beyond that; see Delivery.
What woods can I choose for a custom farmhouse table?
Walnut, white oak, maple, reclaimed oak, hickory and pine are common choices. Room photos and how you will use the piece help narrow it down.
How long does a custom farmhouse table take?
Usually 6 to 10 weeks. Your start and finish dates are confirmed in the written proposal.
Plan the table, bench, and delivery
Ask about a custom farmhouse table
Share the room, the usual number of seats, and whether turned legs or a trestle feels closer to what you have in mind.
- What to send
- Rough size, ZIP, and photos
- Build schedule
- Confirmed in your proposal
- Written quote
- Before any deposit