Advice & Education
5 Reasons Why You Should Choose Solid Wood Furniture
April 12, 2024
When selecting the next piece of furniture for your home, consider solid wood furniture as your top choice. Investing in solid wood furniture has numerous benefits, from durability and aesthetic appeal to environmental sustainability and longevity. Here are five reasons why you should consider purchasing solid wood furniture.
When selecting the next piece of furniture for your home, consider solid wood furniture as y...
Advice & Education
A Golden Guide to Interior Design
February 19, 2024
The Golden Ratio can be simplified to 60:40 or, more commonly called, the 60/30/10 rule. Understanding and using the ratio as a guide for different aspects of interior design can help you create a perfectly curated, cohesive, and comfortable environment.
The Golden Ratio can be simplified to 60:40 or, more commonly called, the 60/30/10 rule. Und...
Customer Stories
A Home for Generations: Tradition, Craft, and Comfort in Maine
January 5, 2024
In the heart of Mid Coast Maine, nestled on a piece of land that has been in the family for over a century, stands a home that embodies timeless elegance, comfort, and a deep commitment to quality. The house, completed in 2022, is a meaningful intersection of past and present designed to host family gatherings and moments of solitude for the two artists.
In the heart of Mid Coast Maine, nestled on a piece of land that has been in the family for ...
Advice & Education
Finding the Perfect Lounge Chair
December 14, 2023
A lounge chair is a coveted addition to any home; its allure extends beyond mere functionality; it's irresistible promise of comfort, enticing you to relax, all while seamlessly blending into your home. Here are a few tips for finding your perfect lounge chair.
A lounge chair is a coveted addition to any home; its allure extends beyond mere functionali...
Woodworking & Craft
Behind the Signature: More than Ink on Wood
November 27, 2023
Mason Faucher's journey into the world of furniture making was a serendipitous one. He started at Thos. Moser, in 2015, fresh out of Eastern Maine Community College in Bangor, Maine, armed with a fine woodworking and cabinetry degree. Mason's transformation to a dynamic and versatile craftsman over eight years at Thos. Moser is a testament to his passion for working with wood.
Mason Faucher's journey into the world of furniture making was a serendipitous one. He start...
Interior Design
The Argonaut
October 16, 2023
At the beginning of 2020, we all took a step back. We paused, we reassessed and headed into an unforeseeable future. For interior designer Alex Theofanidis, she took this time to step back nearly 50 years to begin redesigning her future.
At the beginning of 2020, we all took a step back. We paused, we reassessed and headed into ...
History
A Sense of Place
September 19, 2023
From the moment we first realized we needed a space in which our customers could interact with our furniture, we’ve purposefully chosen the building intended to house our showrooms with the same attention to detail we apply to making furniture. Each of our showrooms has its tale to tell about the building it inhabits, its region’s architecture, and the local community surrounding it.
From the moment we first realized we needed a space in which our customers could interact wi...
Customer Stories
The Patina of Time
August 20, 2023
Jason and Brandon’s story is one of passion, artistry, and creating a home that reflects their style and aligns with their values and aspirations. Thos. Moser furniture became a significant part of their journey, enriching their lives and inspiring them to embrace the beauty and craftsmanship of American-made furniture.
Jason and Brandon’s story is one of passion, artistry, and creating a home that reflects t...
Furniture Design
East Meets West: George Nakashima’s Influence on Thos. Moser
August 1, 2023
No craftsman has had a more significant influence on our evolution and design ethos than George Nakashima. His ability to showcase the raw beauty and character of the wood with his clean designs was aspirational. Our Eastward collection pays homage to master furniture maker George Nakashima.
No craftsman has had a more significant influence on our evolution and design ethos than Geo...
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Art of Penobscot Bay
May 18, 2023
The Art of Penobscot Bay stands as a vital testament to the captivating allure of Maine's treasured region and its status as a sought-after destination. This book represents the fourth collaboration between the renowned brothers, Carl and David Little, building on their previous works, highlighting the artistic inspirations in Mount Katahdin, Acadia National Park, and Portland, Maine.
The Art of Penobscot Bay stands as a vital testament to the captivating allure of Maine's tr...
Customer Stories
A Legacy of Lullabies and Love
May 3, 2023
In 1988, Stacey and her husband were on their way to a summer stay in Boothbay, Maine. Her husband, notorious for driving from point A to point B, making only necessary stops along the way, succumbed to the allure of Portland's Old Port for a brief visit. Stacey, pregnant with their first child, welcomed the detour. As they strolled along the storied streets, they came upon the window of our Portland Showroom and stopped dead in their tracks.
In 1988, Stacey and her husband were on their way to a summer stay in Boothbay, Maine. Her h...
Woodworking & Craft
A Lifelong Love of Woodworking
May 1, 2023
"When you're signing a piece of furniture, you're thinking lots of things; you're thinking, if I'm putting my name on this thing, I've got an attachment to it, it better be good. But you're also thinking, who is this going to? And when they receive that piece, they will probably see this signature and wonder, "Who is this Robert Fisher guy?"
"When you're signing a piece of furniture, you're thinking lots of things; you're thinking, ...
Advice & Education
Sustainability
April 18, 2023
If there's a common core to all our work, it is our appreciation for the beauty and versatility of North American hardwood. Since the beginning, we have been committed to using the finest materials available. The raw materials we work with are an essential element to our furniture-making success, and as woodworkers, our materials are inseparable from the environment.
If there's a common core to all our work, it is our appreciation for the beauty and versatil...
Interior Design
A Modern Victorian Kitchen
March 23, 2023
Located on a beautiful property outside Boston, the homeowners had done extensive renovations to their Victorian home, saving the kitchen for last. The homeowners wanted a design that was mindful of the home's origins but felt fresh, modern, and functional for this busy family; that's when they turned to designer Karen Swanson.
Located on a beautiful property outside Boston, the homeowners had done extensive renovation...
Woodworking & Craft
The Woodworker’s Notebook
March 1, 2023
For Jim Boisvert, life as a craftsman began at age ten. While other children his age tuned into Saturday morning cartoons, Jim watched the Woodwright’s Shop. For the last twenty years, Jim has kept a notebook cataloging every piece of furniture he has made as a Thos. Moser craftsman.
For Jim Boisvert, life as a craftsman began at age ten. While other children his age tuned i...
Customer Stories
A Match Made In Cherry
January 23, 2023
In 2014, Doug B. purchased a dark and dated condo in Southwest Harbor, Maine. After a year-long renovation, the new space was clean and contemporary. Being a lifelong fan of modern design, Doug chose to furnish the home with the curved and sleek designs of Thos. Moser. Ready for warmer climes, he listed the condo for sale. His home overlooking the ocean was stunning, but what caught the eye of future owners Elizabeth and Bruce S. was a match made in cherry.
In 2014, Doug B. purchased a dark and dated condo in Southwest Harbor, Maine. After a year-l...
Customer Stories
Worth the Wait
November 9, 2022
What’s something you’ve coveted for years? What about that item caught your eye and stuck with you all this time? For customer Susan B., it was the Thos. Moser Continuous Arm Chair.
What’s something you’ve coveted for years? What about that item caught your eye and stuc...
History
Moving the Vestry
November 7, 2022
In 1974, Tom and Mary Moser purchased an abandoned church vestry that would become their first showroom for the token sum of five dollars. The only caveat was that they needed to move it.
In 1974, Tom and Mary Moser purchased an abandoned church vestry that would become their fir...
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Community of Artists: James Kucheman
November 2, 2022
Kucheman's work, now on display at our Freeport, Maine showroom, showcases work inspired by visits to Vinalhaven and Mount Desert Island. Each piece showcases the retired college art instructor's unique and personal interpretations of the iconic villages and landscapes from the place he's called home since 1980.
Kucheman's work, now on display at our Freeport, Maine showroom, showcases work inspired by ...
Furniture Design
The New Gloucester Rocker
October 17, 2022
A rocking chair emanates nostalgia, a sense of comfort, relaxation, and a lulling quality made for front porches, tucked-away corners, and quiet nurseries. “Since the chair was designed and built in our New Gloucester workshop, we called it the New Gloucester Rocker, and it became one of our signature pieces,” says Tom Moser.
A rocking chair emanates nostalgia, a sense of comfort, relaxation, and a lulling quality ma...
Furniture Design
1972: A Bold New Approach to the Classic Moser Aesthetic
October 10, 2022
To celebrate 50 years, we have crafted a new, limited-edition design that celebrates our craft and honors our roots. 1972 gleans the nuanced traits of the classic Moser aesthetic developed by Tom with the sculptural influences of David Moser, creating an entirely new form that feels familiar yet is a catalyst for a new era of design
To celebrate 50 years, we have crafted a new, limited-edition design that celebrates our cra...
History
Meet Dr. White
September 20, 2022
When asked about the origin of the Dr. White's Chest, Tom Moser recalls, "I remember seeing a stand-alone cupboard with graduated drawers and a sizeable compartment concealed behind two doors on the top at the Shaker Village. I used that as inspiration. The principle was that if a person had a chest of that sort, everything you owned should be able to fit in the chest."
When asked about the origin of the Dr. White's Chest, Tom Moser recalls, "I remember seeing ...
Furniture Design
“Hang On!”
September 9, 2022
A constant dictation of Tom’s designs is by drawing upon historical antecedents and pushing them a step further. The look of the Bowback Stool is no stranger to this formula. The signature backrest of the stool is a wooden permutation of cousin Walter’s motorcycle panic bar.
A constant dictation of Tom’s designs is by drawing upon historical antecedents and pushin...
History
Shaker Your Plate
September 1, 2022
'Tis a gift to be simple begins the 18th-century Shaker hymn. The trestle-style dining table is perhaps one of the oldest and simplest furniture forms in existence; the Shakers raised this form into a work of art.
'Tis a gift to be simple begins the 18th-century Shaker hymn. The trestle-style dining table...
Customer Stories
Set for Summer
August 15, 2022
The fine art of boat building and furniture making share a symbiosis that enriches the space and the lives of those who visit the Eagle Loft. For Chris, this kinship of craft has created a childhood dream home where he shares meals with friends around a table and chairs designed by a man he met as a child whilst gazing upon a harbor steeped in a rich history of boatbuilding.
The fine art of boat building and furniture making share a symbiosis that enriches the space...
Customer Stories
A Family’s Taproot
August 11, 2022
We usually visualize a landscape or a city street when people ask where we're from. Most of us associate home with natural elements or architecture - rolling hills, lakes, a bustling Main Street, or a favorite tree in the park. But for Donna, her childhood "home" and family's taproot can be found in her dining room.
We usually visualize a landscape or a city street when people ask where we're from. Most of ...
Woodworking & Craft
Crafting Captivating Curves: A Conversation with Bob Cabral
June 17, 2022
Curved elements are common in the art of furniture-making, from the apron of a table, the frame of a bed, or the crest of a chair. When it comes to creating curved pieces in wood, there are three essential ways it can be achieved— cut, steam-bent, or lamination.
Curved elements are common in the art of furniture-making, from the apron of a table, the fr...
Advice & Education
Natural Variations Found in North American Hardwood
March 10, 2022
As woodworkers, our materials are inseparable from the environment. From changes in color as the wood ages, grain pattern, and mineral deposits, here are a few natural variations found in the North American hardwood used in Thos. Moser furniture.
As woodworkers, our materials are inseparable from the environment. From changes in color as...
Interior Design
A Designer’s Dream Kitchen
February 24, 2022
If you could design your dream kitchen, what would it look like? For Betsy Barmat Stires, owner of DC-based design firm Frog Hill Designs, the opportunity to create a showhouse where she was the client allowed her to transform a blank canvas into an elevated space with refined details.
If you could design your dream kitchen, what would it look like? For Betsy Barmat Stires, ow...
Furniture Design
The Harpswell Chair: From Humble Beginnings to Dignified Design
February 18, 2022
From Popes to Presidents, dining rooms to boardrooms, the Harpswell Chair brings quiet distinction to any space. Read how an ill-pitched tent would lead to a life in Maine and the name of the Harpswell Chair.
From Popes to Presidents, dining rooms to boardrooms, the Harpswell Chair brings quiet disti...
Advice & Education
Three versatile fabrics for every interior
February 14, 2022
Upholstery makes a piece of solid hardwood furniture cozy, elegant, playful, or sophisticated. Here are three upholstery options that pass the test of durability, feel, and color selection with our furniture specialists time and time again.
Upholstery makes a piece of solid hardwood furniture cozy, elegant, playful, or sophisticate...
Interior Design
Design Spotlight: Marianne Jones
December 15, 2021
Chosen for her ability to understand every step of the building and decorating process, Marianne Jones' clients praise her ability to listen to their ideas and transform them into the most beautiful interiors that fit their personality and style.
Chosen for her ability to understand every step of the building and decorating process, Mari...
History
The Pink House: A look inside our 2021 holiday home
September 30, 2021
This scenic location of the owner's new property rekindled the joys of childhood summers spent in Maine. However, this idyllic location lacked one thing: a house. Located one hundred miles away, they purchased a 200-year-old Victorian home and began the process of moving it, piece by piece, to their dream location.
This scenic location of the owner's new property rekindled the joys of childhood summers spe...
Customer Stories
A Minimalist Space that Celebrates Everyday Living
September 22, 2021
The kitchen of the Calistri's Massachusets home was dark and dated, and they wanted to create an inviting space where they could comfortably entertain friends and family. Their vision for the new kitchen and breakfast nook was a bright, contemporary, intentionally inspired space molded around their minimalist aesthetic.
The kitchen of the Calistri's Massachusets home was dark and dated, and they wanted to creat...
History
Camels and Outposts: Historical Antecedents of our Pencil Post Bed
September 20, 2021
It's hard to imagine our Pencil Post bed folding down the size of a large suitcase. But the solid wood design was inspired by the early modular English Field Bed, built to support a canvas mattress and canopy of mesh netting to keep out mosquitos. However, if we dig even further into antiquity, we find the roots of our four-poster bed go even deeper.
It's hard to imagine our Pencil Post bed folding down the size of a large suitcase. But the ...
Customer Stories
A Christmas Story
September 18, 2021
Mr. Ferguson had second thoughts about hiding the Blanket Box in the basement. Of course, that wasn't until he was lugging the solid cherry box up the stairs at three in the morning on Christmas Eve.
Mr. Ferguson had second thoughts about hiding the Blanket Box in the basement. Of course, th...
Advice & Education
Furniture that fits
September 9, 2021
Shopping for furniture has never been easier. Whether you prefer to shop online or in one of our showrooms, we want to make sure you select a piece of furniture that's a perfect fit. To help, we've compiled a list of important considerations for choosing the right furniture for your space.
Shopping for furniture has never been easier. Whether you prefer to shop online or in one of...
Customer Stories Interior Design
A Cozy and Curated Coastal Farmhouse
August 31, 2021
The Ferguson's found their four acres of heaven in Yarmouth, Maine. Resplendent with towering pines and verdant landscapes, they worked with local interior design firm Nicola's Home to create a three-bedroom contemporary coastal farmhouse that offered first-floor living with plenty of room to entertain and spaces that captured both their personalities.
The Ferguson's found their four acres of heaven in Yarmouth, Maine. Resplendent with towerin...
Contract Projects
The Perfect Pairing
July 26, 2021
To complement the bold and approachable space, the art-driven boutique hotel reached out to Thos. Moser to craft a custom dining chair to create a comfortable refuge for locals and travelers alike that exuded a warm and welcoming space.
To complement the bold and approachable space, the art-driven boutique hotel reached out to ...
History
Unwrapping Innovation
June 8, 2021
Dr. Heibert said, "I want a wheel made entirely of native oak, in the old-world style. No plywood, just oak to age in dignity. Of course, it needs to be perfectly balanced to drive a wooden set of gears and power a generator. Can you do it?"
Dr. Heibert said, "I want a wheel made entirely of native oak, in the old-world style. No pl...
Furniture Design
The Birth of an Icon
June 1, 2021
In collaboration with The New York Public Library (NYPL), Thos. Moser designed a chair that is more than just a piece of furniture – it’s a symbol of the Library, its mission, and its vision for the future.
In collaboration with The New York Public Library (NYPL), Thos. Moser designed a chair that ...
Furniture Design
The Anticlastic Curve
May 11, 2021
In 2014, aboard a ferry from Portland, Maine, Tom and Mary Moser headed 185 nautical miles northeast to Nova Scotia. But it wasn't the scenery that caught Tom Moser's eye; it was the simple cafeteria chair he was sitting in.
In 2014, aboard a ferry from Portland, Maine, Tom and Mary Moser headed 185 nautical miles n...
Interior Design
Design Spotlight: Elizabeth Vallino
April 16, 2021
Elizabeth Vallino traces her aesthetic formation to ballet class. This introduction to form, language and culture was the beginning of a lifelong fascination with classical and old-world elegance. We sat down with her for a quick Q & A about her approach to incorporating the Continuous Arm Chair's classic look into her clients' modern interior.
Elizabeth Vallino traces her aesthetic formation to ballet class. This introduction to form,...
Advice & Education
How to Clean Your Hardwood Furniture
March 29, 2021
Care and cleaning for your wooden furniture is not a one-size-fits-all solution. To clean up the confusion, we sat down with Marc LaBonte, head of our furniture maintenance and installation department, and asked him the best way to care for and maintain our hardwood furniture.
Care and cleaning for your wooden furniture is not a one-size-fits-all solution. To clean up...
Furniture Design
The Mower that Moved Us
March 25, 2021
In a field along Cobb’s Hill Road, across from the old vestry that served as Thos. Moser's first showroom rests a rusted 1800's sickle bar mower. The purity and austerity of the traditional handwork in these iron seats captivated Tom Moser. In 1978, Tom began carving the first iteration of the High Stool.
In a field along Cobb’s Hill Road, across from the old vestry that served as Thos. Moser's...
Furniture Design
The Ultimate ‘Chairness’
April 5, 2021
In 1977, Thos. Moser sold its first Windsor style chair: the Thos. Moser Continuous Arm Chair. Today, this chair serves as an icon synonymous with the Moser name.
In 1977, Thos. Moser sold its first Windsor style chair: the Thos. Moser Continuous Arm Chai...
Contract Projects
Building Big Tables: A Union of Traditional Woodworking and Modern Technology
March 19, 2021
The most significant projects are born through collaboration and a willingness to push the limits. This is how we have crafted tables that span more than thirty-six feet long. Read how we have blended the art of handcrafted furniture with modern technology to create these one-of-a-kind tables.
The most significant projects are born through collaboration and a willingness to push the l...
Interior Design
Design Spotlight with Jennifer Magdol
March 15, 2021
Located within San Francisco’s Golden Gate Heights neighborhood, this 1949 single-family home derives its inspiration from coastal forests and the Pacific Ocean.
Located within San Francisco’s Golden Gate Heights neighborhood, this 1949 single-family h...
Customer Stories
Crafted for a Life at Sea
June 22, 2021
For us, every delivery is special, but some are truly memorable— such was the case when we delivered a custom pair of Harpswell Chairs and Wing Ottoman and were invited aboard the charismatic skipper's yacht.
For us, every delivery is special, but some are truly memorable— such was the case when we...
Advice & Education
Designing an Inspired Bedroom
February 16, 2023
The prospect of redesigning a space can be overwhelming— a fresh coat of paint, a new layout, furniture, soft goods, and which pieces will be kept and which will be donated? We've taken three of our favorite bedrooms and created inspiration boards using a straightforward formula to show you how to begin creating your designer look.
The prospect of redesigning a space can be overwhelming— a fresh coat of paint, a new layo...
Advice & Education
5 Benefits of an Adjustable Height Desk
February 4, 2021
Sitting at a desk is an unavoidable part of our day for many of us. However, sitting for long periods, day after day, can harm our well-being and productivity. Here are five reasons why we love adjustable height desks.
Sitting at a desk is an unavoidable part of our day for many of us. However, sitting for lon...
Advice & Education
Creating an Elevated Table Setting this Holiday Season
November 23, 2020
Enhance your holiday dining with our guide to creating an elevated table setting. Embrace intimate celebrations by setting a warm ambiance.
Enhance your holiday dining with our guide to creating an elevated table setting. Embrace in...
Furniture Design
A Thos. Moser Coloring Book
November 19, 2020
This coloring book is meant to bring the family together around the table or snuggled in by the fire with a cup of cocoa to share stories and that child-like wonder that makes it the most wonderful time of year.
This coloring book is meant to bring the family together around the table or snuggled in by ...
Woodworking & Craft
Building a Family Tradition
November 11, 2020
There is a piece of furniture within the Moser catalog that immediately stands out for each of us. It invokes a familiar feeling of comfort, childhood memories and feels like it was specifically designed just for us. This is precisely how a member of our customer care team felt when they walked through the lobby doors at Thos. Moser and saw the child's size Continuous Arm Rocker.
There is a piece of furniture within the Moser catalog that immediately stands out for each ...
Customer Stories
More Than a Signature
November 10, 2020
It was upon closer inspection customer David M. discovered that his chair had a unique marking.
It was upon closer inspection customer David M. discovered that his chair had a unique marki...
Furniture Design
The Omni Clock
October 27, 2020
Our latest accessory, the Omni Clock, is a nod to those traditional forms we first set out to create- rooted in functional utility and a celebration of the material. Inspired by Shaker designs, the clock features clean lines sculpted from solid North American cherry or walnut.
Our latest accessory, the Omni Clock, is a nod to those traditional forms we first set out t...
Interior Design
Designing an Open-Concept Space
October 26, 2020
When a couple wanted to downsize they sold everything except their Moser furniture. We sat down with their designer, Marcye Philbrook, and asked her how she artfully designed and integrated elements of their existing Moser pieces to create a contemporary home.
When a couple wanted to downsize they sold everything except their Moser furniture. We sat d...
Furniture Design
The Island Stool
September 30, 2020
The Island Stool is a contemporary nod to the past, drawing inspiration from an old Shaker utility stool found in Tom and Mary Moser’s first home in Maine, a 200-year-old farmhouse in New Gloucester.
The Island Stool is a contemporary nod to the past, drawing inspiration from an old Shaker u...
Customer Stories
A Lifetime Collection
September 25, 2020
“My first purchase from Thos. Moser was a 1986 catalog. I remember sending my $4.00 and spending a lot of time looking through the pages. The catalog was beautiful, and it reflected the company’s attention to craftsmanship,” Linda said. “I still have every catalog I’ve ever received.”
“My first purchase from Thos. Moser was a 1986 catalog. I remember sending my $4.00 and sp...
Customer Stories
A Squeak of Reassurance
September 25, 2020
When customers Karen and Steve were expecting their first child, they treated themselves to a Moser rocker. But when a subtle squeak sounded with each rock, Karen called Moser customer service. She never expected who would come to her door and inspect her squeaky rocker.
When customers Karen and Steve were expecting their first child, they treated themselves to ...
Customer Stories
The Heart of the Household
September 25, 2020
The table joined the family in 2008. “It was a time when my husband wasn’t traveling a lot for work. We had dinner there every night as a family, and it was special. We lingered longer, laughed harder, and the experience amplified the table’s meaning. It really was part of the family,” says Vivienne.
The table joined the family in 2008. “It was a time when my husband wasn’t traveling a l...
Customer Stories
The Artist’s Choice
September 24, 2020
“We didn’t want to purchase something that wouldn’t last – and we didn’t want to compromise on a style we didn’t like.” After pondering their research, the two artists returned to the craftsmen whose work they already knew well and selected two High Stools.
“We didn’t want to purchase something that wouldn’t last – and we didn’t want to c...
Woodworking & Craft
Wood Moves: Crafting Receptive Designs
September 16, 2020
Building with solid wood takes patience and a deep appreciation of its mercurial nature to create a result that will last a lifetime. Each wood species has its own unique personality, growth pattern, and tendencies to react to the elements in different ways.
Building with solid wood takes patience and a deep appreciation of its mercurial nature to c...
Furniture Design
The Unity Table
September 10, 2020
The Unity Table design echoes themes seen in mid-century modern design, where it derives its form through its elegant dedication to purpose. We have embraced these tenets and created a table that demonstrates our admiration for the strength and beauty inherent in furniture hand-crafted from solid wood.
The Unity Table design echoes themes seen in mid-century modern design, where it derive...
History
The Thos. Moser Continuous Arm Chair, An Icon of Evolutionary Design
September 1, 2020
When our founder, Tom Moser, began his journey of becoming a full-time furniture maker, the Windsor style had fallen out of favor. Nevertheless, he set out to design his modern iteration of the Windsor chair, a design that would go on to become synonymous with the Thos. Moser name.
When our founder, Tom Moser, began his journey of becoming a full-time furniture maker, the ...
History
Great-Grandpa Joe’s Bookshelf
August 25, 2020
There is a reason we call these pieces heirlooms- they’re the keepers of our family’s history. While the design of Joseph Moser’s bookshelf may be simple, it’s a physical symbol that represents the continuity and love of four generations of the Moser family.
There is a reason we call these pieces heirlooms- they’re the keepers of our family’s hi...
Woodworking & Craft
An enduring symbol of family and craft
June 11, 2021
For Tom Moser, the American flag evokes a uniquely personal feeling and sense of connection, and at the end of the day, it holds a more profound, unified meaning of family and craft.
For Tom Moser, the American flag evokes a uniquely personal feeling and sense of connection,...
Woodworking & Craft
Tom Moser’s American Flag
July 1, 2020
As humans, creation and the capacity to create are in our DNA. These creations spark joy within oneself and have the ability to unify the human spirit. For Tom Moser, the spark that led him to craft his artistic rendition of the American Flag came from a photograph of a wooden flag and a gentle nudge from a friend.
As humans, creation and the capacity to create are in our DNA. These creations spark joy wit...
Woodworking & Craft
Inside the Thos. Moser Workshop
June 18, 2020
The Thos. Moser workshop is a playground to the makers who call it home. Every piece of our furniture starts its journey in this 80,000 square foot facility in Auburn, Maine. Join us for a peek inside.
The Thos. Moser workshop is a playground to the makers who call it home. Every piece of our ...
Advice & Education
A Styled Approach to Mixing Wood Species
May 29, 2020
What's the best way to incorporate multiple wood species into the same room? We've put together a comprehensive list of the best ways to blend various wood species into your space.
What's the best way to incorporate multiple wood species into the same room? We've put toget...
Customer Stories
A Place to Retire: English Charm meets California Coastal
May 26, 2020
There is an intertwining of cool blues and warm wooden tones throughout the house, a nod to the ocean and Maine woods. Large windows allow the landscape to filter inward to create a welcoming oasis that allows them to take a deep breath and watch the worries of the world drift away.
There is an intertwining of cool blues and warm wooden tones throughout the house, a nod to ...
Advice & Education
4 Expert Tips for Picking the Right Upholstery
May 14, 2020
Upholstered furniture offers a personalized and unique spin on our hand-crafted wood furniture. With so many options available, we've come up with four expert tips to help you choose the right one.
Upholstered furniture offers a personalized and unique spin on our hand-crafted wood furnitu...
Contract Projects
Honoring Legacy at St. Timothy’s School
May 12, 2020
With an appreciation for craftsmanship, the staff asked Thos. Moser to use boards from the felled 80-foot tree to create community worktables.
With an appreciation for craftsmanship, the staff asked Thos. Moser to use boards from th...
Furniture Design
The Studio Collection
May 7, 2020
Our new Studio Collection is nothing short of a study in our design philosophies of clean, simple lines, discreet integration, and utilization of traditional joinery.
Our new Studio Collection is nothing short of a study in our design philosophies of clean, s...
Furniture Design
The Mark of a Modern-Day Heirloom
May 11, 2020
Form, shape, and patterns are the intrinsic characteristics of solid wood furniture. With no two pieces of wood exactly alike, every piece of furniture has its own unique identity. These nuances, crafted by nature and finished by hand, create furniture destined to be a one-of-a-kind, modern-day heirloom.
Form, shape, and patterns are the intrinsic characteristics of solid wood furniture. With no...
Woodworking & Craft
Ash: the right wood in all the right places
April 22, 2020
With its straight grain and exceptional strength, ash has long been a staple in the legs of chairs, rockers, and benches throughout our collections. Balancing its strength, ash is also remarkably resilient-- providing just the right "give" to make a spindle Thos. Moser chairback every bit as comfortable as it is beautiful.
With its straight grain and exceptional strength, ash has long been a staple in the legs of ...
Woodworking & Craft
A Celebration of the American Forest
April 20, 2020
Since the beginning, Thos. Moser has considered the materials we work as the essential element to success in furniture making. As woodworkers, our materials are inseparable from the environment. In this respect, we have released a special live-edge edition of the Eastward Bench to further express the gratitude we feel towards our materials
Since the beginning, Thos. Moser has considered the materials we work as the essential eleme...
Advice & Education
5 Things to Consider When Buying a Dining Chair
July 8, 2021
There's a science to comfortable sitting, and the truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all for dining seating. We've put together a list of five things to consider when looking for seating at your dining room table.
There's a science to comfortable sitting, and the truth is, there is no one-size-fits-all fo...
Woodworking & Craft
Joinery: Beauty and Durability in Equal Parts
March 31, 2020
Exceptional joinery is a celebration of craftsmanship that we expose whenever possible. Properly formed, it works on every level and leaves nothing to hide.
Exceptional joinery is a celebration of craftsmanship that we expose whenever possible. Prop...
Woodworking & Craft
The Beauty in Board Matching
June 26, 2022
Board matching is the subtle art of selecting rough-hewn slabs of wood to match wood grain and color, making the difference between a nice piece of furniture and an exquisite piece of furniture.
Board matching is the subtle art of selecting rough-hewn slabs of wood to match wood grain a...
History
Passing on the Skills of Woodworking
February 25, 2020
As a company, Thos. Moser is made up of a family of master craftsmen. It is through our love of crafting with wood that we continuously share our knowledge with others.
As a company, Thos. Moser is made up of a family of master craftsmen. It is through our love...
Advice & Education
Selecting the Right Table for Any Space
April 12, 2021
Whether you are looking for a table to fit in your kitchen, a formal dining area, or a flexible work environment, finding the right table for your space is key. We've put together a list of important considerations and a seating equation to help you find the perfect table to match your style and space.
Whether you are looking for a table to fit in your kitchen, a formal dining area, or a flexi...
Customer Stories
Coastal Cottage Designed by Owners’ Daughter Offers Modern Retreat
August 2, 2021
The moment you turn down the nearly 1/2 mi private driveway to the Jennings cottage, you know you are about to experience something magical.
The moment you turn down the nearly 1/2 mi private driveway to the Jennings cottage, you kno...
Advice & Education
Choosing a Bed at Thos. Moser
October 1, 2020
Who are we without a good night's rest? Our guide for selecting the Thos. Moser bed of your dreams will have you resting easy in no time.
Who are we without a good night's rest? Our guide for selecting the Thos. Moser bed of your ...
History
The Moser’s First Maine Christmas
December 13, 2019
On Christmas morning, Mary passed out large boxes to Tom and their four sons and said, "Get changed." The same thought simultaneously entered their minds: Where on earth had Mom found these costumes?
On Christmas morning, Mary passed out large boxes to Tom and their four sons and said, "Get ...
Woodworking & Craft
Fostering the Next Generation of New England Craftsmen
November 27, 2019
Our partnership with North Bennet Street School began in 2018 based on long-standing mutual admiration. Seeking new ways to support the school’s activities, we reached out to NBSS to discuss forming a partnership and found common ground in Toys for Tots.
Our partnership with North Bennet Street School began in 2018 based on long-standing mutual ...
Customer Stories
Lieutenant’s Chest
October 23, 2019
For Kimber and Lorraine, long-time Moser customers, the opportunity to join the craftsman in our Auburn shop for a week and build something seemed like a no-brainer. But what would they build? They decided to build a custom Captain's Chest adorned with hand-made rope beckets to celebrate their daughter's accomplishments as a Navy Lieutenant. To reflect her proper rank, they named this adaptation the, "Lieutenant's Chest."
For Kimber and Lorraine, long-time Moser customers, the opportunity to join the craftsman in...
Customer Stories
CIR: Memories made by the Kuenstner Family
October 21, 2019
Sharing a week with a group of CIR students is special, no matter what. But when you get a group made up of an entire family, you know there will be some great laughs and a healthy dose of sibling rivalry. The Kuenstener family left us wanting for nothing.
Sharing a week with a group of CIR students is special, no matter what. But when you get a g...
Woodworking & Craft
Cherry: Beauty Over Time
October 21, 2019
When exposed to sunlight and air, cherry furniture changes color over time, shifting from a light salmon to a deep, rich reddish-brown. This transformation begins in as little as six months. Through oxidation and UV exposure, cherry’s molecular makeup changes the way in which light is reflected, giving cherry its recognizably rich hue. Perhaps, more than any other wood, cherry, when finished with rubbed oil and wax, invites people to touch it.
When exposed to sunlight and air, cherry furniture changes color over time, shifting from a ...
Interior Design
Resimercial Design
September 17, 2019
Resimercial design blurs the lines of work and home by incorporating flexible spaces that double as a meeting space, a comfortable place for a quiet brainstorm or coffee break with colleagues that evoke a sense of comfort and shape how we view the modern workplace.
Resimercial design blurs the lines of work and home by incorporating flexible spaces that do...
Advice & Education
Guidelines for Selecting a Stool
August 29, 2019
Are you remodeling the space to include an island, bar, or high-top dining area? In that case, you might need a few pointers for selecting a suitable stool to seamlessly match your style and design aesthetic while maintaining overall function and practicality.
Are you remodeling the space to include an island, bar, or high-top dining area? In that cas...
Contract Projects
University of Georgia, Terry College of Business
June 13, 2019
To make Casey Commons feel anything but common, the interior design team specified award-winning custom furniture pieces from Thos. Moser. The result is a comfortable, familiar and distinctly upscale space where thousands of students can learn, study, eat and engage every day.
To make Casey Commons feel anything but common, the interior design team specified award-win...
Contract Projects
The Lawrenceville School: Abbott Dining Hall
May 23, 2019
Like many institutions, Lawrenceville realized that the function of grand halls are changing, and their Abbott Dining Hall was well overdue.
Like many institutions, Lawrenceville realized that the function of grand halls are changing...
Contract Projects
A Custom Credenza With Reclaimed Stained Glass
May 23, 2019
Creating a custom credenza featuring stained glass windows from a clients home.
Creating a custom credenza featuring stained glass windows from a clients home....
Customer Stories
A Collector’s Approach to Downsizing
May 16, 2019
Inside a beautiful 17th floor apartment located with breathtaking views of the Schuylkill River and the City of Philadelphia, is a home rich in character.
Inside a beautiful 17th floor apartment located with breathtaking views of the Schuylkill Ri...
Furniture Design
New Products for Spring 2019
March 13, 2019
When considering new pieces to add to our collection, we are often inspired by a combination of historical references, customer ideas, and gaps in our lineup. Our latest designs are no exception.
When considering new pieces to add to our collection, we are often inspired by a combination...
Woodworking & Craft
Mortise and Tenons: A conversation with Andy Pinkham
September 20, 2018
The mortise and tenon is one of the classics of woodworking joinery and one of the oldest forms of joinery in the world.
The mortise and tenon is one of the classics of woodworking joinery and one of the oldest fo...
Contract Projects Customer Stories
Inspiring Young Minds: St. Timothy’s Students in the Workshop
September 19, 2018
Randy Stevens, Head of St. Timothy's School, sends a group of students to our Auburn workshop for an immersive learning experience.
Randy Stevens, Head of St. Timothy's School, sends a group of students to our Auburn worksho...
Woodworking & Craft
Dovetails: A Conversation with Tim Sirois
September 10, 2018
Craftsman Tim Sirois discusses why the dovetail joint is integral to Thos. Moser design, and what it takes to master this woodworking technique.
Craftsman Tim Sirois discusses why the dovetail joint is integral to Thos. Moser design, and...
Contract Projects
St. Timothy’s School: Five Arts and Student Center
August 13, 2018
St. Timothy’s, an all-girls high school established in 1882 and located in Stevenson, Maryland, is embarking on its most significant modernization and building transformation project in the school’s history
St. Timothy’s, an all-girls high school established in 1882 and located in Stevenson, Mary...
Contract Projects
Thos. Moser and St. Timothy’s School
August 13, 2018
There is nothing we love more than when residential customers share their love of Moser furniture with their institutions and businesses. St. Timothy’s Head of School Randy Stevens is one those special customers.
There is nothing we love more than when residential customers share their love of Moser furn...
Contract Projects
Harvard Business School
July 2, 2018
Over the last 45-years, we have built chairs for presidents, chairs for popes, chairs for poets, and chairs for some of the nation’s leading universities.
Over the last 45-years, we have built chairs for presidents, chairs for popes, chairs for po...
Customer Stories
Customers
June 4, 2018
For our first few years in business, our primary method of advertising was word of mouth. Learn about how Thos. Moser's customers grew organically into a community that appreciates quality and fine craft.
For our first few years in business, our primary method of advertising was word of mouth. Le...
History
Telling the Tale
May 13, 2018
As Tom evolved from teacher to woodworker, he used his skills to continue to educate the next generation of craftsmen.
As Tom evolved from teacher to woodworker, he used his skills to continue to educate the nex...
History
Books & Wood
May 6, 2018
In a library, one is inspired to levels of greater inquiry by those billions of words. Furniture for such a compelling environment should reflect that spirituality and sense of timelessness.
In a library, one is inspired to levels of greater inquiry by those billions of words. Furni...
