Business Details
44 Years
experience
Handcrafted Custom Furniture & Windsor Chairs in Putney, VT
Since 1982, R Bissell Fine Woodworking has been crafting thoughtfully designed, handmade solid hardwood furniture in Putney, Vermont. Our expertise spans Shaker, Mission, and Windsor chair designs, alongside custom furniture and built-ins tailored to client needs. We prioritize intelligent design, sustainable materials, and durable joinery to create functional, beautiful pieces that balance affordability with exceptional craftsmanship.By selling directly to consumers through our website and showroom, we eliminate retail markups while maintaining fair pricing and lifetime guarantees. Our process emphasizes transparency, with detailed insights into wood sourcing, construction methods, and customization options available to every customer.
Services
Custom Furniture
Windsor Chairs
Shaker Furniture
Mission Furniture
Built-Ins
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in fine woodworking and furniture design.
- Our direct-to-consumer model eliminates retail markups while maintaining quality.
- We use sustainably harvested hardwoods and traditional joinery techniques.
- We offer extensive customization options for both standard and unique designs.
- We provide a lifetime guarantee on all furniture craftsmanship and materials.
Services
Custom Furniture
We create fully customized furniture pieces tailored to client specifications. Our process combines client vision with expert design guidance to produce unique, functional heirlooms. Each piece undergoes rigorous material selection and construction oversight to ensure lasting quality.
Windsor Chairs
Handcrafted Windsor chairs feature steam-bent spindles and traditional joinery techniques. Available in multiple styles with customizable wood combinations and finishes, each chair balances ergonomic comfort with structural integrity for generations of use.
Shaker Furniture
Our Shaker-inspired collection emphasizes clean lines, functional design, and durable construction. Pieces incorporate time-tested details like flush panel joinery and hand-rubbed finishes while maintaining affordability through efficient production methods.
Mission Furniture
Mission-style furniture showcases exposed joinery, solid wood construction, and geometric design elements. We maintain historical accuracy while incorporating modern improvements in material selection and finishing technology for enhanced longevity.
Built-Ins
We design and install custom built-in furniture and cabinetry optimized for specific spaces. Projects range from bookcases and entertainment centers to complete kitchen and office installations, all crafted with the same attention to detail as our freestanding pieces.
People
Richard Bissell
Owner & Master Woodworker
Richard Bissell has been crafting fine furniture since 1982, combining traditional techniques with modern design principles. His work reflects decades of experience in Shaker and Mission styles while maintaining a commitment to sustainable practices and customer collaboration.
Questions
What types of furniture do you specialize in?
We specialize in Shaker, Mission, and Windsor chair designs, along with custom-built furniture and cabinetry tailored to client specifications.
Can I customize standard furniture pieces?
Yes, we regularly modify standard designs to meet client needs while maintaining structural integrity and aesthetic coherence.
What wood types do you use?
We use sustainably harvested hardwoods including maple, cherry, walnut, and oak, with detailed information available on our sourcing practices.
How do you ensure furniture durability?
Our furniture uses traditional joinery techniques like mortise-and-tenon and dovetail joints, reinforced by hand-selected materials and finish processes.
What is your shipping policy?
We offer nationwide shipping with crating and delivery options, including white-glove service for larger pieces.
Do you provide warranties?
Yes, all furniture includes a lifetime guarantee covering craftsmanship defects and material quality issues.
