THE FRAMES

There are many different kinds of wood available to furniture manufacturers from hardwoods to soft. We use a kiln-dried hardwood called Alder that comes from the Pacific Northwest. The Alder is graded for quality and like a diamond this is done visually; the more knots and imperfections, the lower the grade. The clearer the wood, the higher the grade. We use the highest frame-grade Alder available.

• We do not use pine, particle-board or ply-wood.

• Frames are assembled, one at a time with wooden dowels and glue and secured into place with galvanized steel fasteners.

• Frames are braced with multiple struts at 90 degrees and corners are secured with 45 degree corner blocks. Both insure frame rigidity.

• The frame edges are beveled so that there are no sharp edges on the frame.

• Legs are secured to the base with screws for easy removal.

• Frames are available in various depths from 36” to 44” depending on style.

• Because the springs exert such a force on the base of the frame, our bases, also known as rails, are made from a solid 6” board.