BROWSING THE COLLECTION

Category: <span>Furniture & Layout</span>

Ideas to make, repair and feel at home with.

THE WOOD CENTER JOURNAL

Outdoor Wood Dining Table: Size, Seating and Patio Layout

By Matthew Fairbank · Updated October 20, 2026

Slatted wooden outdoor table set with drinks beside a cushioned wooden chair

Choose an outdoor wood dining table around real chair sizes, pull-out space and patio traffic. Check seating, table bases and the route back indoors.

THE WOOD CENTER JOURNAL

Reclaimed Wood Nightstands: Choosing Height, Storage and Bedroom Style

By Matthew Fairbank · Updated October 20, 2026

Pale wood bedside cabinet with three drawers pulled out at different distances

Choose a reclaimed wood nightstand that suits your mattress height, opens clear of the bed and keeps bedside essentials close without crowding the room.

THE WOOD CENTER JOURNAL

Chunky Wood Console Tables: Proportion and Placement in Narrow Rooms

By Matthew Fairbank · Updated October 20, 2026

Illustration of a thick wood console with broad legs and an open center beneath an oval wall mirror

Choose a chunky wood console table that fits a narrow entryway. Compare depth, thick legs and wall proportions, then check doors and everyday walking space.