About Us

Business Model

Ravopew operates a direct-from-workshop model: furniture is designed, built, and shipped straight from the shop to the customer. This approach keeps pricing fair, lead times transparent, and quality consistent.

• Two build streams. Ravopew keeps a small Ready-to-Ship shelf for fast delivery and runs a Made-to-Order line for specific sizes and finishes.

• Small-batch production. Batches are intentionally limited—about 20–40 pieces per month—so each run gets focused attention.

• Limited customization. A small number of custom slots (typically 4–8 per month) ensures promises match capacity.

• One team, full support. Design, production, and support sit together. The same crew that builds the furniture answers questions, which makes guidance practical and quick.

• Sourcing with traceability. Lumber and metal partners are documented by batch so replacements or matching add-ons remain straightforward.

• No middle layers. No re-sellers or showrooms with markups—quotes come directly from the workshop and timelines are stated in plain dates.

Materials & Sustainability

Ravopew selects kiln-dried hardwoods (typically 6–8% MC) to reduce movement from heat, cold, and humidity. Common species are oak, walnut, maple, ash, and cherry. Boards are chosen for strength and calm grain, then placed so color and figure flow across the top.
Bases may be solid wood for warmth or powder-coated steel from small U.S. fabricators for a slim, modern look. Finishes are low-odor and indoor-safe: a plant-based oil for a matte, natural feel that can be refreshed, or a water-borne clear coat for daily protection while keeping the wood’s tone.
Each batch is logged from wood-in to finish-out so care, touch-up, or ordering a matching piece stays simple. Typical U.S. sources include Baillie Lumber, Baird Brothers, and Northwest Hardwoods; metal and hardware often come via McMaster-Carr, with precision cutting by partners such as SendCutSend. Offcuts are reused for jigs, blocking, or small goods to limit waste.

Products & Lead Times

Ravopew focuses on the essentials: dining tables, coffee and side tables, console tables, and work desks with tidy cable pass-throughs. Sizes are practical so pieces fit real rooms, not just staged photos.
Ready-to-Ship items usually leave in 1–2 business days. Made-to-Order pieces take about 3–5 weeks, depending on design and finish. If a firm date is needed, Ravopew states what is ready now and what can be built on time.

Ravopew matches boards that belong together and bonds them into a top that is good-looking and strong. High-stress spots—leg joints, long spans, and corners—receive added internal support so the piece stays solid over years of use. Threaded inserts and machine bolts seat neatly in the wood, so assembly and disassembly do not loosen the joinery. Leveling feet help the table stand steady on uneven floors.
Dining tables are built for daily life: meals, laptops, crafts, homework, long talks. If extra knee room, wheelchair clearance, or softer family-friendly edges are needed, Ravopew adjusts the design to fit the space.

Process – From Wood to Finished Piece

1) Acclimation & Planning. Lumber arrives, is tagged with source details, checked for moisture, and rests to match the shop climate. A cut list is planned so grain direction and structural needs align.
2) Rough Mill. Boards are jointed and planed to create flat reference faces, then set aside to rest; this pause relieves stress before final sizing.
3) Final Mill & Joinery. Parts are surfaced to final thickness (tops commonly about 28–38 mm). Domino/biscuit alignment and clamping cauls keep glue-ups flat. Threaded inserts are installed where bases will mount, so hardware starts cleanly and can be tightened without chewing into the wood.
4) Dry Fit & Ergonomics. Top and base meet for a full test fit. Ravopew checks steadiness, knee and chair clearances, overhangs, and cable paths. Small adjustments happen here while parts are easy to refine.
5) Edge & Surface Work. Edges are eased by hand so sleeves do not snag and elbows rest comfortably. Tight knots are smoothed to keep character without catching. Surfaces are sanded in gentle steps until the touch feels even from corner to corner.
6) Finishing. The chosen finish is applied: oil for a warm matte feel that can be renewed, or clear coat for higher daily protection. Pieces are cured fully so the surface is truly ready for use.
7) Natural-Light QC. A final inspection in natural light confirms a flat top, balanced base, clean threads, and an even finish. Order notes record wood, finish, edge profile, and options such as cable holes or a companion bench.
8) Packing. Packing gets the same care: foam wrap, corner guards, a labeled hardware kit, the right driver, and clear setup steps so arrival and assembly are straightforward.

Custom Orders

Share room size, seating needs, chair models, and preferences such as cable pass-throughs or rounder corners. Ravopew sends simple sketches to agree on size, leg placement, and clearances, then locks in wood, finish, edge shape, stain match if needed, desk cable holes, and a companion bench.
A **limited number of custom slots—typically 4–8 per month—**keeps schedules reliable. For matching an existing piece, photos in natural light help Ravopew guide the closest wood and finish.

Packing & Delivery

Tops and bases are wrapped with foam and corner guards; a labeled hardware kit and the right driver are included. Many U.S. orders ship with parcel carriers and include tracking; larger tables may travel on a pallet for safer handling. In major metro areas, Ravopew can suggest room-of-choice delivery partners when needed.
Planning a move later? Message Ravopew for refreshed packing guidance so the piece travels safely again.

Simple Care

Wipe spills promptly. Use coasters and trivets for very hot items. Dust with a soft cloth. Strong sun and very humid rooms can speed color change; a bit of shade and steady air help.
Oil-finished surfaces can be refreshed about once a year with a simple kit from Ravopew. Clear-coated surfaces respond well to a gentle cleaner; avoid harsh chemicals. Re-level the feet after moving. Real wood mellows with light and time—that slow shift is natural and part of its charm.