Dinosaur Woodworking is a custom cabinet and furniture shop that I began in 1999 in Eugene, Oregon. Though I initially started the business to help fund graduate school, it has since morphed into a mixture of cabinetry, furniture, carpentry, and concrete counters and furniture.

Products

I focus on building single-piece and small sets of furniture, and cabinets for kitchens, baths, and storage. In addition, I am a licensed contractor in Oregon and I occasionally take on interesting remodels and additions. In large part, I focus on smaller projects because I value taking on a project from the initial design process through to completion.

I rely on traditional joinery techniques to construct lasting furniture and cabinetry. I work closely with clients through the design process, and in choosing materials that reflect both an ecological and aesthetic sense.

Materials

There is a seemingly overwhelming number of material choices for the creation of furniture and cabinetry. And, though there are good options for "green" building materials, there are always trade-offs to consider. In general, I use:

• Locally-sourced native hardwoods, salvaged lumber, and reclaimed materials.
• Domestically produced hardwood panels (many that are available with low or no VOC, water-based glues); and, composite panels made from renewable resources, such as bamboo plywood.
• Water-based dyes, stains, and top-coats; no VOC, hand-rubbed finishes; and when the situation requires, limited use of solvent-based finishes.
• I do my best to minimize my waste stream; and, I rely on local organizations like Lane County Waste Management, NextStep Recycling, Bring Recycling and Rexius to keep the vast majority of waste out of the landfill.

Please browse the portfolio to get an idea of my scope of work. Feel free to contact me with questions or about future projects.

Thank your for your interest.

Jeff Bandow