Why Fast Turnaround Isn’t Always a Good Thing in Custom Furniture

The Illusion of “Quick and Easy”

We live in a world of instant everything — two-day shipping, same-day delivery, and “ready next week” promises. So when you’re told your custom dining table can be built and delivered in just a couple of weeks, it sounds tempting.

But here’s the truth: fast turnaround times and true craftsmanship rarely go hand in hand.

At TableCo.ca, we know quality takes time. A well-built table isn’t just assembled — it’s crafted. Every stage, from wood selection to finishing, requires patience, precision, and respect for the material.

Why Rushing a Build Leads to Problems

1. Wood Needs Time to Settle

Solid wood isn’t static. It expands and contracts with temperature and humidity. When builders rush the process — skipping proper acclimatization or rushing through drying — the result can be:

• Cracks forming months after delivery

• Joints pulling apart

• Finishes that bubble or flake

That “beautiful custom walnut table” might look flawless on day one… but by month six, it tells a different story.

2. Finishes Require Proper Curing Time

The finishing stage isn’t just about applying oil or epoxy — it’s about letting each coat cure properly. Cutting that timeline in half can trap moisture or air beneath the surface, leading to dull finishes or clouding in epoxy.

We let nature and chemistry do their work. That’s why our epoxy river tables and walnut finishes have that rich, even glow that lasts for years.

3. Customization Deserves Careful Attention

When clients want a one-of-a-kind piece — say, a Live Edge River Table dining table with a custom metal base — the details matter.
Fast turnaround often means those small details get overlooked:

• Bases aren’t fitted perfectly

• Edges are cut unevenly

• The wood’s natural grain isn’t properly showcased

That’s not custom furniture. That’s rushed production.

The TableCo Approach: Quality Over Speed

At TableCo.ca, we believe in craftsmanship without shortcuts. We don’t promise “fast.” We promise done right.

Every project goes through:
✅ Material selection and conditioning
✅ Precision cutting and sanding
✅ Careful joinery and finishing
✅ Final inspection and protection

Whether it’s a Live Edge Oak tabletop or a Walnut Epoxy Counter, each piece is treated as a future heirloom — not a quick order.

Final Thoughts

A truly custom table is worth the wait. When you rush the process, you trade weeks of time for years of regret.

Fast turnaround may get you a table quickly — but it won’t get you a table that lasts.

At TableCo.ca, we believe every project deserves the time it needs to be exceptional — because furniture built with patience will always outlast the trends built in haste.