The Furniture Institute of Massachusetts is a furniture woodworking program, offering part-time and full-time classes in Beverly. The program provides instruction in furniture design and construction, and is intended for individuals pursuing a career in furniture making. The curriculum emphasizes classical woodworking techniques in a creative learning environment. Part-time classes are offered during the weekend, nights and summer, and the full-time program is from September through June. Philip Lowe is the owner, founder and faculty instructor for the school and has been teaching since 1975. Facilities include a drafting room, machine room, bench room, a reference library and computers.
Lawless Upholstery specializes in custom upholstery, upholstery repairs and antique restoration. The company works with the designer of your choice and has a stable of go-to designers to rely on. Call the number provided to set up an appointment. Lawless accepts personal checks only.
Sharing ownership with the moving company of the same name, Gentle Giant offers furniture refinishing and antique restoration. In business since 2004, it specializes in wood, glass, metal and gilded frames. It can repair most everyday damage and even some out of the ordinary wounds. It also sells packing materials and offers a trucking service for your valuable furniture.
