About Brian Brace & Cormark International
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ABOUT BRIAN BRACE: Originating from a small town in the green mountains of Vermont, he began his fine woodworking apprenticeship under a local master furniture maker while still in high school. Upon completing the required 8,000 hour apprenticeship program, he became the first to achieve Vermont State certification. In 2004, he became a Master Craftsman, using traditional mortise and tenon joinery and a great deal of handwork on all of his custom furniture pieces. For more information, visit his website: www.brianbracefinefurniture.com
ABOUT CORMARK INTERNATIONAL: Formed almost 30 years ago, they are a family owned business with strong ties in the African lumber industry. They supply custom woodworkers, national chains, hardwood lumber stores, and catalog companies with exotic hardwoods, such as lumber, logs, live-edge slabs, veneers, and related products. Learn more at: www.cormarkint.com
The table's live edge adds depth and interest to the slab design. Photograph by Jason A. Rodrigue.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Brian Brace and what is his woodworking background?+
Brian Brace is a Master Craftsman from Vermont who began his fine woodworking apprenticeship in high school under a local master furniture maker. He was the first to achieve Vermont State certification after completing the required 8,000 hour apprenticeship program, and became a Master Craftsman in 2004.
What woodworking techniques does Brian Brace use in his custom furniture?+
Brian Brace uses traditional mortise and tenon joinery along with a great deal of handwork on all of his custom furniture pieces.
What is Cormark International and what do they supply?+
Cormark International is a family owned business formed almost 30 years ago with strong ties in the African lumber industry. They supply custom woodworkers, national chains, hardwood lumber stores, and catalog companies with exotic hardwoods including lumber, logs, live-edge slabs, veneers, and related products.
Who does Cormark International sell exotic hardwoods to?+
Cormark International supplies exotic hardwoods to custom woodworkers, national chains, hardwood lumber stores, and catalog companies.
Where can I learn more about Brian Brace's fine furniture?+
More information about Brian Brace's fine furniture can be found at his website, www.brianbracefinefurniture.com.
How long has Cormark International been in business?+
Cormark International was formed almost 30 years ago and remains a family owned business with strong ties in the African lumber industry.