Processing the wood

Here is the story in images of how the Ash Rise timber was extracted by tree surgeons and then processed into boards by the sawmill. It is heavy work with the need for large machines and a good level of fitness!

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Exhibitions

Adjust / Adapt

We are delighted to share our new digital exhibition Adjust / Adapt, featured as five individual “still life” compositions, captured by the exceptional Gabriela Silveira. Created by Scottish Furniture Makers Association in partnership with Visual Art...

Ash Rise

Ash Rise is a Scotland-wide touring exhibition celebrating furniture making, craft and design. A unique showcase bringing together 20 of Scotland’s leading and emerging makers, Ash Rise tells the story of the ash tree and its historic and contemporar...

After the Storm

A celebration of renewal, using RBGE timber windblown during Cyclone Andrea in 2012. Highlighting the beauty of RBGE-grown timber and craftsmanship amongst our Scottish Furniture Makers, this exhibition focuses on the restorative and rejuvenating eff...

Successful Return of SFMA Annual Show at Dalkeith Palace

Twenty seven of Scotland’s emerging and established furniture makers exhibited their work from 14-16 June 2024 in the historic setting of Dalkeith Palace.

Processing the wood

Exhibitions

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