Passionate
Wood is our passion. And our expertise for preserving it is known throughout the United States.
Educated
Our wood craftsmen are graduates of the nation's only certified wood finishing institute. The never ending quest for more knowledge is what keeps us interested and always learning.
Experienced
Our experience and knowledge, plus the fact that we really enjoy what we do, is the reason our work is always of superior quality.
Dave Gunderson
Owner/Craftsman
Ancestry: Norwegian
Enjoys: Applying and admiring a hand rubbed shellac finish on a fine piece of hard wood.
In his spare time: Plans his run across North Dakota.
Dave Smith
Owner/Artisan
Ancestry: Norwegian / German
Enjoys:Showing people how the beauty of wood can be enhanced by a high-quality and properly applied finish.
In his spare time: Canoeing down the Missississippi with his kids.
Mitch Kohanek
Owner/Teacher/Craftsman
Ancestry: Bohemian
Enjoys: Teaching the art and science of wood finishing
In his spare time: Being with his grandchildren.
Michael Sturm
Craftsman
Ancestry: Irish/German
Enjoys: Revealing the beauty of woodwork and wooden objects that have been hidden due to neglect, accident, age and/or environment.
In his spare time: Building, repairing or playing the guitar.
Rodney Youngquist
Craftsman
Ancestry: Norwegian / German /Swedish
Enjoys: Bringing to life old wood furnishings and woodwork through restoration and conservation.
In his spare time: Nature photography, hiking, wilderness, canoeing