Welcome to Furniture In The Raw!!

Locally owned since 1977,  Furniture in the Raw has ONLY all wood furniture for every room in your house.  Although you are welcome to finish yourself, we have our own finish shop TOO!

We sell both unfinished and finished furniture, all made from quality woods.  We hope your enjoy our website, it is only a portion of what we can help you create for your home.  

We  carry the finest wood finishes and wood stains available. We will also create custom finishes to suit your tastes!

Check out our finishes and furniture care resources, take a look at our online furniture showroom, and then come visit us at the store! 
 Your home is a reflection of who you are - just imagine the possibilities with REAL WOOD furniture.

We are PROUD to manufacture custom furniture LOCALLY, made IN TEXAS made by your neighbors and friends.  It doesn't get any better than this! 

Early 2010 we had the opportunity to add the San Antonio location to our franchise and are THRILLED to be a part of an amazing community.  Please let us know how we can help. 

 We are central TEXAS owned and proud to employ local, professional sales and support staff.

Real wood furniture, the solid choice!!

Leonard Sprague has been the manager of Furniture in the Raw since 2001.  "Leo" spends his time riding his NEW HARLEY and playing with grandkids.  Leo has traveled extensively to exotic destinations and his stories are UNREAL!	Bill Colburn came to Furniture in the Raw in January of 2000 after 25 grueling years in the banking business.  "Dollar Bill", as we like to refer to him, can be found poolside on his off days and travels several times a year to the Mexican Riviera.	Mike Marshall has been the merchandise manager for Furniture in the Raw since 1996.  Always willing to lend a helping hand, Mike ensures our showroom is well stocked!  In his "spare" time he can be found at the bowling alley where he has an impressive 210 average.  Mike has 3 kids and 2 grandchildren!
Carter Townley has graced our sales floor for many, many years.  His background is in the fine art restoration business, and with his advice finishing furniture is a piece of cake!  He has one grown daughter, one grand dog, and one really big pineapple plant.	WE LOVE YOUR STORIES! Send us pictures! You will see them on our site!	J Stephen Roche has been a part of the Furniture in the Raw family over 30 years.  When he is not at the store he is on the golf course, fishing for bass, or refinishing furniture!
Meet one of our **NEW** San Antonio employees...
		COME SEE US IN SAN ANTONIO!!! NOW OPEN 1552 BABCOCK SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 210-308-5655 Stop by and say hi to Wayne, Dave, and Agnes! fitrsa@austin.rr.com

What is meant by Real Wood?
Real wood furniture is defined as furniture made of all natural wood or plywood, except that unexposed backs and drawer bottoms may contain fiberboard. Real wood furniture contains absolutely no particleboard.   Real Wood Certification is offered by the Unfinished Furniture Organization.

What is meant by Solid Wood?
Solid wood means that all exposed parts of the furniture are made of solid board, either softwood or hardwood lumber. No veneers are used. Solid woods can be repaired, sanded, or refinished. The majority of unfinished furniture is made of solid wood.

How do Hardwoods and Softwoods differ?
They look different. Some are smooth, some have bold grain and some have knots or bird eyes. They finish differently. The density of the various woods change the depth and tone of the color. The region where the furniture is made, the style, and the historical period of the piece determine the wood used.

Is Veneer less desirable than solid wood?
Veneer has a different look than solid wood, but is not necessarily better or worse in quality. Veneer is a thin layer of wood applied in sheets over underlying layers of plywood. Originally developed to be an art form, veneer can be cut as thin as a dime and in intricate patterns. Uniform graining can be achieved, unlike the more random graining of solid wood.

When is plywood a good idea?
When strength and stability are needed. Plywood is made of thin layers of sold wood glued over each other with grains running at 90-degree angles to produce a strong core. It is used to provide maximum stability on the sides of desks, entertainment centers and other units where solid woods would crack and warp. A veneer is often glued on top and sides for an even and attractive appearance.

Does price reflect quality?
Yes. Just as with other commodities, the price of a piece of furniture increases when its quality improves. Higher prices reflect refinements in grades of wood and better construction features. The benefits to you: Less sanding and prepping work to finish.

Is furniture finishing hard to do?
Using our step-by-step instructions, finishing is fun and easy. Match your existing décor or start fresh. With today's finishing products, the possibilities are almost endless. Create your own style; express your individuality.

What supplies are needed, other than the stains?
For most finishing projects, you will need a drop cloth, clean rags, paint brushes (bristle and foam), sandpaper or 3M sanding pads, q-tips and paper towels. If using oil-based finishes, have mineral spirits handy for cleanup.

Does the furniture require any assembly?
Most items are fully assembled. There are some exceptions: Table legs and pedestals require attachment using the bolts provided; stools need to have the top swivel seat attached using the bolts provided; desks need to have the components attached to each other using the screws provided; since each bed frame has slightly different holes to attach the headboard, you do need to drill the holes and attach the headboard using the bolts provided. In all cases assembly is straightforward and simple.