EMIEL VAN DE POL
CUSTOM FURNITURE
Making unique, artisanal furniture is central to what i do. I make all my furniture with a passion for craftsmanship in my own workshop in Tilburg, the Netherlands. My designs are a mix of modern, contemporary and traditional styles. I work closely with the client on all my projects, from designing and choosing the wood to finishing.
Feel free to get in touch to discuss what suits your home best
MY WORK
ABOUT ME
Around the age of 17 I discovered my passion for woodworking, when I made my first mallet (which I still use to this day) in my dads little shed with a crooked handplane and a blunt chisel. Since then I have been hooked on woodworking. The satisfaction I get when I make something with my hands is why I chose this profession, and this is reflected in every piece of furniture.
With a father as a cartoonist and a brother as an animator, I wanted to walk my own path as a furniture maker and designer. During my 4-year training as a Spatial Designer at SintLucas, I learned a lot. The focus at SintLucas was mainly on design, which I really liked. After my internship and later job at Artistiek / Joeybooydesign I also got the hang of building furniture, although i have never stopped learning to improve my furniture building skills.
SUSTAINABILITY
1
NATURAL/ PROTECTIVE FINISHES
I use both lacquer and oil finishes for my furniture. The choice of finish is always discussed with the customer to determine the best fit. Oil highlights the natural beauty of wood with easy repairs but provides less protection against scratches. Lacquer creates a protective layer, ideal for heavy use, but diminishes the natural appearance.
2
HIGH QUALITY MATERIALS
By using woodspecies with a high hardness, you prevent scratches, dents and damage, which gives your furniture a longer lifespan.
3
CO2 STORAGE FOR 100+ YEARS
Moreover, a well-built piece of furniture stores CO2 for 100+ years. A tree absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere during its growth and converts it into wood. We use this wood in our furniture and this way new trees can grow during the lifespan of the furniture.
4
SCRAP WOOD
I sort all my leftover wood based on the amount of chemicals it contains, such as glue in plywood, particleboard, and MDF, or even the old paint from a piece of furniture that I've recycled. This way, the contaminated non-combustible wood is not mixed with the clean combustible wood.
