Charred Ember on Alder Sample
Charred Ember on Alder Sample
Custom, American Hardwood Furniture
Note: Finish samples are limited to one of each item per order.
Visualize Your Custom Furniture with Confidence
Choosing the right finish for your home is a deeply personal decision. The way natural light filters through your windows, the color of your walls, and the texture of your rugs all influence how a piece of furniture feels in your space. Our Charred Ember on Alder sample allows you to bring this striking finish directly into your home, helping you make an intentional choice for your next gathering piece.
Charred Ember on solid alder is a rich, dark finish designed to highlight the natural character of the wood. It features a deep, smoky hue with subtle undertones of warm brown and black, creating a beautiful charred effect. Alder wood is known for its smooth, fine grain, and this finish accentuates those natural patterns rather than hiding them, offering a balanced look that feels both grounded and refined.
Whether you are planning a dining room with bold contrast or looking to add depth to a warm, rustic living space, this sample helps you design with certainty. We recommend placing the sample in different areas of your room throughout the day to see how the morning sun and evening lamplight bring out the subtle undertones of the wood.
At James & James, we build furniture to be lived in and gathered around for years to come. Ordering a physical wood sample is the first step to ensuring that the custom piece we handcraft for your family fits seamlessly into your home and your daily routines.
Samples arrive at your doorstep within 3-5 business days—so you can start planning your space without the wait.
Specifications
Specifications
Sample Return Policy
Sample Return Policy
Please note that samples and swatches are nonrefundable. However, each sample box includes a unique discount code that covers the cost of the samples, which can be applied towards your furniture purchase. We want to ensure you’re completely satisfied with your choice, so this discount makes it easier to move forward with your custom order.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
Samples typically arrive within 3 business days using a third-party parcel service. Once your sample has shipped from our shop, you will receive an email with tracking information so you can monitor its progress. Please note that shipping times may vary based on your location, weather conditions, and other factors outside of our control.
If you do not see any movement in the tracking number within 24 business hours after receiving your email, please reach out to our team for assistance. You can contact us at care@carpenterjames.com or at 479-633-7557, and we'll be happy to help!
Need Help Deciding?
Need Help Deciding?
Received your samples and need some guidance? Schedule a 30-minute consultation with one of our design consultants today!
You can give us a call at 479-633-7557, email us at care@jamesandjamesfurniture.com, or book your consultation here. We're happy to assist you in making the perfect choice for your furniture.
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"I could not be happier with the level of customer service James & James provided. Also on an earlier order with the table, I made a mistake in the order and they went out of their way to make it right."
Solid hardwood furniture, made by hand in Arkansas since 2011
James & James is an American furniture brand founded in 2011 in Springdale, Arkansas. We design and build custom furniture in our Arkansas woodshop, using solid American hardwoods — knotty alder, red oak, and black walnut. Every piece is made to order, fully customizable in size, stain, and finish, and built to be passed down for generations.
100% solid American hardwood — no veneer, no particle board
Made to order in our Arkansas woodshop
Built to last — designed to be passed down for generations
Inside Our Arkansas Workshop
Solid American Hardwoods
Every piece begins with premium American hardwoods — knotty alder, white oak, and black walnut — hand-selected, dried, and processed in our Arkansas facility before a single cut is made.
Precision-Shaped Components
Legs and pedestal bases are shaped to exacting specifications in our Arkansas woodshop, then hand-inspected and refined by our craftsmen before they ever reach the assembly floor.
Built by Hand & Made to Order
Each piece is built one at a time by our artisans to your specifications, using solid hardwood construction and time-tested joinery designed to hold up for generations of real family life.
Hand-Finished for Life
Our in-house finishers apply your chosen stain and protective topcoat by hand, ensuring even color, rich depth, and a durable finish that ages beautifully with use.
