Carved
Wood blades (from left to right) BVB10-62
Distressed Relic, BVB13-36 Cordovan/Spanish
Gold, BVB13-66 Brushed Walnut/Antique
Gold, BVB28-47 Cognac Leather
The
exquisite hand-carved details and gorgeous patinas
that characterize the blades in Casablanca’s
Carved Wood Collection are the result of a meticulous
nine-step process executed by skilled artisans.
The blades are crafted from multiple layers of the
finest furniture-grade Featherwood, which is kiln-dried
in order to achieve the ideal moisture level and
prevent future warping. The raw wood is cut to size
and then hand-selected for similar grain and color
characteristics. From there, the blade pattern is
cut from the wood and blade iron holes are drilled.
Ornate design details are hand-carved into each
blade by master crafts-men. Blades are then sanded
in a multi-step process, in order to bring out the
beauty and natural grain of the wood.
The final hand-finishing is a phase unto itself.
The rich finishes and deep luster featured on every
blade are the result of a thorough, multi-step,
hand-applied process administered by expert furniture
finishers. Stain, sanding, and sealers are applied
in a proprietary sequence that captures the wood
grain and natural luster of every blade. Based on
the desired finish, other techniques like gilding,
distressing, glazing, and highlighting are also
employed, resulting in a truly distinctive product.
Once the finishing process is complete, blades are
hand-selected again for color and grain in order
to create beautifully matched sets.
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