Shaker Peg Rails, Boxes, Furniture & Shaker Woodenware by Barry Horton - Welcome!

Please contact me if you would like to commission a piece of

bespoke furniture, I am pleased to accept domestic and

international commissions

Welcome to my shaker shop. Here you will find a select range of exclusive shaker furniture and Shaker woodenware. Every item has been painstakingly handcrafted from locally grown timber. That I have personally selected, seasoned and prepared, so you know that each separate component has been expertly chosen and placed to suit its particular purpose. Improving the looks, strength and comfort. This intimacy with my work makes is easy for me to give you a full lifetime (mine) guarantee on all your purchases giving you peace of mind.

Woodworking Courses:

Would you like to make your own Shaker chair or wooden Shaker boxes? If the answer is yes, you might like to join me for my 4/5 day courses here in the centre of France, surrounded by unspoilt countryside, during the summer. Click here for full details!

I know, like me, you are probably increasingly concerned about our environment, so it’s reassuring to know that all timber I use is not only grown within a few kilometres of my workshop, but also in properly managed and sustainable forests. (Please ask for details if you would like to promote and support forest care yourself) Also my fine hand rubbed finishes and polishes, are as far as possible, natural products, many of them I prepare myself. Glue, if used, is also organic. The old-fashioned scotch type, heated in a double boiler. This may not be of immediate benefit to you but a restorer, perhaps working for one of your descendents, will be extremely grateful for it.

An exceptional amount of time and effort is dedicated to the quality of the final finish and detail, ensuring your purchase will not only enhance your surroundings now as a statement of outstanding beauty; it will give you pleasure for many happy years to come. The problem is how can you judge this quality for yourself? The convenience of internet technology can let you look into my workshop but it can’t let you experience the sensual feel of hand worked timber or smell the rich scent of different woods and polishes. I know and understand how very important it is for you to use all your senses when judging the quality of something, especially craft work. It can be difficult worrying and perhaps even stressful making choices when you can’t. I don’t pretend to have a satisfactory solution to this dilemma and know it will be a long time before anyone does. In the meantime, maybe the next best thing to you experiencing these sensations for yourself would be to hear from someone who has. So for your reassurance I’ve printed some testimonials at the bottom of this page. Just scroll down.

Milk Painted Shaker Oval Boxes
Different Types of Shaker Oval Boxes Available

Shaker Rocking Chair and Shaker Side Chair Handcrafted by Barry.

See What Our Customers Say!!........

"My package arrived yesterday, and I am thrilled with my Shaker box! What beautiful workmanship! Thank you for the extra care taken in packing to avoid damage in shipment. I purchased the box as a Christmas present for my best friend and I can't wait to see her expression. Thank you again for all your help."

"My beautiful basket arrived today. I know that the beauty of the woodwork will add greatly to my needlework piece."

"The boxes arrived only a few moments ago. I derive some small pleasure out of knowing that there are still people in the world who possess the patience and perseverance to create such works of lasting beauty and value. Please tell Barry how delighted we are with his work."

“I don't recall if I contacted you and told you how much we love the peg rails that Barry made for us. They are beautiful! They look great on our walls. Thanks again.”

“We got it………and it’s perfect. Thank you”

“The peg-rail arrived this morning,……………. It looks really smart I am glad I made the effort to find someone who make nice oak ones………………..”

“The boxes arrived just in time for my wife’s birthday (it is her present) – perfect. They are absolutely wonderful. As an amateur carpenter myself I truly appreciate the skill and care that goes into these beauties. What is more important is that ……………… (my wife) is really thrilled. She teaches interior design and therefore knows a lot about the history of the Shakers and their talents – her comment was “Those Shakers would have been proud of these”, so need I say more.”

Boxes Made With HMS Victory Oak
Limited edition set of boxes with the tops made from HMS Victory Oak.
Click here for more information.

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