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Custom Furniture in Rochester, NY, Built to Your Specifications

The Custom Furniture Process

At Amish Exclusive, custom furniture isn't an afterthought. It's what we do. The process begins with a free consultation at our Webster showroom, where we discuss your room dimensions, style, and budget. From there, you'll select your wood species, stain color, hardware, and any custom sizing. We then work directly with our Amish artisans to handcraft your piece. The typical build time is 8 to 12 weeks, and every step is guided by craftsmanship, not assembly lines.

Premium Wood Species

The foundation of exceptional furniture is exceptional wood. Our Amish craftsmen work with five premier hardwood species, each offering distinct character:

  • Oak: Classic durability with prominent grain patterns. Ideal for dining tables and bedroom sets.
  • Cherry: Rich, warm tones that deepen beautifully over time. A favorite for formal dining rooms and master bedrooms.
  • Maple: Light, clean appearance with exceptional hardness. Perfect for contemporary and transitional styles.
  • Walnut: Dark, sophisticated grain with natural luster. Stunning in dining tables and accent pieces.
  • Hickory: Dramatic color variation and rustic character. The hardest domestic wood, ideal for high-use furniture.

Customization Options

Beyond wood species, every aspect of your furniture can be tailored. Choose from dozens of stain colors, or bring in a sample and we'll match it. Need custom dimensions to fit an alcove, a low ceiling, or an oddly shaped room? No problem. Select from a range of hardware styles, from traditional to modern, and specify drawer configurations, shelf heights, door styles, and more. If you can envision it, our artisans can build it.

A homeowner in Pittsford brought in a piece of her existing oak flooring and asked us to match it. Rama pulled three stain samples, held them against the wood under showroom lighting, and nailed it on the second try. The new hutch sits in her dining room and looks like it was always there.

Rochester-Area Delivery & White-Glove Service

We deliver custom furniture throughout the greater Rochester area, including Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Victor, Fairport, Brighton, Henrietta, Greece, and surrounding communities. Our white-glove delivery service ensures your new furniture is carefully transported, placed in your room of choice, and fully assembled. We remove all packaging so you can enjoy your new piece immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, stain selection is one of the most popular customization options. Each builder offers their own stain palette, typically 20 to 40 colors ranging from natural blondes to deep espressos. You can also request custom color matching if you need your new piece to blend with existing furniture. We recommend visiting our showroom to view stain samples on actual wood, as screens don't always capture the true warmth and depth of a hand-applied finish.

Every piece at Amish Exclusive can be customized. Since each item is built to order, you're not limited to what's on the showroom floor.

Common customizations include:

  • Wood species — oak, cherry, maple, hickory, walnut, or brown maple
  • Stain color — most builders offer 20 to 40 stain options
  • Dimensions — adjust height, width, or depth to fit your space
  • Hardware — knobs and pulls in brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, matte black, and more
  • Structural changes — add drawers, modify shelf spacing, change door styles

Learn more about how the custom ordering process works, or contact us to discuss your project.

Yes, and many customers do this intentionally. A common approach is to choose arm chairs from one collection for the heads of the table and side chairs from another for the remaining seats. As long as the seat heights are within an inch of each other (standard is 17 to 19 inches) and the wood species and stain match, mixed chair styles create a personal, collected look. Our staff can help you choose combinations that work well together. Bring photos or stop by the showroom to see options side by side.
In most cases, yes. Since every piece is built to order, Amish craftsmen can often adjust height, width, and depth to fit your space. Common modifications include shortening a table to fit a smaller dining room, adding height to a bed frame, or narrowing a dresser for a tight wall. Some structural limitations apply. For example, extremely narrow bookcases may need design adjustments for stability. Bring your room measurements to our showroom and we'll help you figure out what's possible.
Yes, we offer delivery throughout the greater Rochester area including Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Victor, Fairport, Canandaigua, and surrounding communities. White-glove delivery includes careful placement in your home and removal of all packaging materials. Delivery scheduling is coordinated after your furniture arrives at our showroom.
Yes, our staff is happy to help you plan your furniture purchases. We help with wood selection, stain matching, sizing, and layout advice for single pieces and full rooms alike. Bring photos of your room, measurements, and any inspiration images. There's no charge for a consultation. Just stop by the showroom or call (585) 670-0607 to schedule a time that works for you.
We deliver throughout the greater Rochester metro area and surrounding communities including Webster, Penfield, Pittsford, Brighton, Henrietta, Victor, Fairport, Canandaigua, Geneva, and beyond. For locations further from our 2045 Empire Blvd showroom, additional delivery arrangements can be made. Call us at (585) 670-0607 to confirm delivery availability and details for your area.

Custom orders typically take 8 to 12 weeks depending on complexity and the builder's current workload.

  • Simple changes (stain color, hardware swap) — closer to 8 weeks
  • Dimension modifications (shorter table, extra drawer) — 10 to 12 weeks
  • Fully custom builds (unique design, specialty pieces) — up to 12 weeks

Each piece is handcrafted by Amish artisans using traditional techniques, with no assembly lines or shortcuts. We'll give you a specific timeline when you place your order. Call (585) 670-0607 or visit our contact page to get started.

Yes, Brown Maple is genuine hard maple. It's not a separate species but refers to maple boards with natural mineral streaking and color variation in the heartwood. These darker markings give each piece a unique, rustic character. Brown Maple is just as strong and durable as regular maple but costs less because the color variation is considered cosmetic imperfection by lumber graders. It's an excellent choice if you want a distinctive look at a more accessible price point.
Delivery and setup options depend on the size and scope of your order. We offer white-glove delivery service throughout the greater Rochester area, which includes careful transport, placement in your room of choice, and removal of all packing materials. We'll coordinate a delivery window that works with your schedule. Contact us at (585) 670-0607 for delivery details and pricing specific to your order and location.
Hardware choices include knobs and pulls in a variety of styles, from traditional bail pulls and round knobs to modern bar pulls and cup pulls. Finishes include brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, antique brass, matte black, and polished chrome. Some collections also offer wrought iron hardware for a more rustic look. Hardware may seem like a small detail, but it significantly changes the character of a piece. You can see hardware samples at our Webster showroom.
Oak is the most popular choice for dining tables because it scores 1,360 on the Janka hardness scale, hides minor scratches in its open grain, and takes both light and dark stains well. Maple (1,450 Janka) is harder and works best with painted finishes. Cherry (950 Janka) is softer but develops a beautiful reddish patina over years. For maximum durability with rustic character, hickory (1,820 Janka) is the toughest option we offer. We keep stain samples on each species in our Webster showroom so you can compare them side by side.
Oak has a prominent, open grain pattern and is extremely durable. It's the most popular choice for dining tables and bedroom furniture. Cherry has a finer grain and starts as a lighter pinkish-brown that deepens to a rich reddish-brown over time with light exposure. Maple has a very smooth, tight grain that takes stain evenly, making it ideal for painted or darker finishes. All three are excellent hardwoods that will last generations. We keep samples of each in our showroom so you can see and feel the differences.

Our Amish craftsmen work with premium North American hardwoods, each with distinct characteristics:

  • Oak (1,360 Janka) — prominent grain, extremely durable, the most popular choice
  • Cherry (950 Janka) — fine grain that deepens to a rich reddish-brown over time
  • Maple (1,450 Janka) — smooth, tight grain that takes stain evenly
  • Hickory (1,820 Janka) — the hardest option, with bold rustic character
  • Brown Maple — genuine hard maple with natural mineral streaking at a lower price
  • Walnut — rich dark tones without needing stain

All lumber is kiln-dried to 6-8% moisture before building. Read our complete wood species guide to compare grain, hardness, and best uses for each species.

Our Amish builders offer a wide range of finish options. Stain colors range from natural and golden tones to medium browns, dark espresso, and ebony. Many builders offer 20 to 40 different stain options. You can also choose between finish sheens from satin to semi-gloss. Painted finishes in white, black, gray, and other colors are available on most collections. We keep stain samples in our Webster showroom so you can see how each finish looks on different wood species.
The Amish craftsmen we work with source their hardwood lumber primarily from sustainably managed forests in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana, the heart of Amish country. The lumber is kiln-dried to the proper moisture content (6 to 8%) before building, which prevents warping and cracking. Using domestically sourced, responsibly harvested hardwood is both an environmental and quality advantage over imported materials.

The difference comes down to materials and construction:

  • Solid hardwood — never particle board, MDF, or veneers
  • Mortise-and-tenon joints — the same technique used in timber-frame barns that stand for centuries
  • Dovetail drawers — interlocking wood joints, not stapled particleboard boxes
  • Hand-applied finishes — multiple coats that protect and seal the wood

A well-cared-for Amish piece lasts 50 to 100 years and can be sanded and refinished multiple times. Mass-produced furniture typically lasts 5 to 7 years before it needs replacing.

Read why Amish furniture lasts generations or learn about how to identify real solid wood furniture.

Start Your Custom Furniture Project

Schedule a free consultation at our Webster showroom. We'll help you design furniture that perfectly fits your space and style.

2045 Empire Blvd, Webster, NY, 15 minutes from Rochester.

Call (585) 670-0607 for Free Consultation