Woods by Robert

Robert Portney, known as The Carpentryman, has been a contractor and carpenter for over 30 years. He has showcased his work in many juried shows such as The Collingswood NJ May Fair and Collinswood NJ Art Fair. All his work is handmade, making each piece unique. Robert operates out of a small shop in his home. In his early years, he specialized in making cutting boards and later started creating side tables with only three legs for a different look. He also crafts mitered or lap joint boxes to store keepsakes, jewelry, and remote controls. His process involves acquiring the wood, milling each piece to size, assembling, gluing, and extensive hand sanding. The finish is applied and polished with beeswax. Each box is made unique by adding a different handle and is finished with non-toxic materials.

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