Generational Heritage Craftsmanship in the Shenandoah Valley
JEFF HEADLEY AND STEVE HAMILTON
operating as
MACK S HEADLEY & SONS
are passionate about creating beautiful and functional pieces of furniture, folk art, and architectural needs that have and will last for generations.
The Headley family's journey, located in the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia, of building and restoration furniture began over 100 years ago by crafting and restoring custom Furniture, Architectural, and Folk art.
Today we continue to be inspired by the natural beauty of wood and the satisfaction of creating something that will be cherished for generations to come.
Jeff Headley - 4th Generation Cabinetmaker
Fourth generation cabinetmaker. Grew up in the shop under feet along with playing on the lathe while. Built his first Queen Anne stool when he was 12. After Mack S Headley Sr's retirement in 1981 Jeff continued Mack S Headley & Sons in his father's honor. He has built many pieces for many museums and different government agencies across the country. Hired by the government as a builder, instructor, and consultant. Published author. Continuing an American tradition and lifelong trade of building and instructing in America.
Steve Hamilton - Master Craftsman
One of Virginia's native sons, Steve is responsible for building many of the most magnificent pieces of a generation. Started working for Mack S Headley Sr in his shop, building and restoring, American furniture in 1975. Apprenticed under Mack Headley Sr along with a lifetime of study in the trade.
If looked for you will find Steve's work at many of the most prestigious houses and private collections across the country.
Craftsmanship You Can Trust
Welcome to Mack S Headley & Sons
We provide high-quality custom woodworking services of building and restoring furniture along with architectural woodwork and period cabinetry, and more. Contact us today for your next project.
Creating Custom Masterpieces in Wood
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Heritage & Craftsmanship
Continuing a family tradition of offering the best handmade pieces of furniture, architectural, and true American folk art, along with Period restoration services. What we have to offer with experience and local lore is unparalleled. At Mack S Headley & Sons, we are passionate about creating beautiful and functional pieces that will last for generations. Although the Headley family has been building in America since the 1690's our unique family journey began over 100 years ago in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, building upon over 5 generations of the crafting and care of custom pieces, both furniture and Architecture. Today, we continue to be inspired by the natural beauty of wood and the satisfaction of creating something that will be cherished for generations.
Our Joinery Techniques Provide Generational Heirlooms
Our process is rooted in traditional woodworking joinery techniques along with hand carved embellishments. We start with carefully selected hardwoods and use precision machinery, as apprentices, just sizing material hand tools to create each piece. Hand cutting and fitting dovetails, mortise and tenons, true Period construction. We believe that attention to detail and quality craftsmanship are essential to creating furniture that is both beautiful and functional along with generational. Our pieces are not to be thrown away but collected by the perceptive eye. Cherished to last multiple lifetimes.
Restoration Services
In addition to building custom furniture, we offer a wide range of woodworking services including the restoration of cherished heirlooms or the piece you just purchased. We are committed to providing exceptional care to one's, loved and cherished, family heirlooms. We ensuring that each project meets our clients' unique needs. Contact us to discuss your next woodworking restoration. Please except that we have a considerable backlog with our current restorations.