The Nordic bench effortlessly expresses the minimalism so typically found in Scandinavian design. With soft edges and tapered styling, this everyday bench is best suited for use in the kitchen, living or dining room. We offer the Nordic bench in multiple sizes from 1.4m to 2.1m and recommend selecting a chamfered edge profile.
Our Nordic Range is characterised by an airy minimalism, with tapered lines and a light colour palette. Solid white oak is used throughout the construction while simplicity, practicality and beauty are all balanced to offer unique pieces that are immediately recognisable. We offer multiple sizes of each item within this range, finished, treated and ready to be enjoyed by you.
We also offer a matching Nordic table to complement this bench.
* We offer staining upon request using Rubio Monocoat; view their range here upon request. See this example using Ash Grey.
General Lead Time:
Our manufacture lead time varies depending on the particular item, and quantities being ordered. Our lead times are detailed within each product listing page on our website, as well as within the order emails you will receive.
All our pieces are made by hand, with care and attention to detail and therefore manufacture may take longer than originally estimated. We offer a balance of quality and value which is often hard to find, but we do ask for when needed time, as delays can be part of the process.
Although rare, our lead times may change due to unavoidable delays created by load-shedding, material availability or other circumstances, that said, we will always inform you in advance should this be the case.
Delivery:
We accept orders throughout South Africa, and offer professional delivery service from of our workshop in Paarden Eiland, Cape Town.
For locations far outside of the Cape Town, we will obtain quotations from trusted furniture moving companies on your behalf, to be collected from us upon completion, and delivered to your doorstep. These quotations will be reviewed by us, and the best one will be presented to for acceptance. We don’t place any mark-up on these, and as such, you would accept and pay for the delivery aspect yourself with the company.
Please note we strictly don’t offer hoisting services regarding our deliveries. If you are concerned that access for your ordered goods may be an issue, please communicate this with us prior to delivery.
Collection:
You are welcome to arrange for the collection of your order from our workshop in Paarden Eiland, after having received confirmation that your order is complete. Our operating hours are Monday – Friday from 10:00 – 16:00pm
We are situated on the ground floor within an industrial building which affords easy access for all vehicle types; please communicate any concerns before collection.
Manufacture & Joinery:
All our goods are constructed using a combination of mortis & tenon, dado, biscuit and dowel jointing with commercial grade wood adhesives to ensure a sound, solid build that will last the test of time.
Due to the nature of the natural material being worked with, we allow for a measurement deviation of up to 5mm for any length/width/height, and up to 2mm in thickness.
Treatments & Finishes:
We use Rubio Monocoat which is a professional grade product to treat all our goods. This treatment preserves the oaks natural light tones while providing stain, wear and moisture protection and is ideal for hard-wearing surfaces.
Our tried and tested standard finish (see example here) is a natural matt look with no shine that leaves surfaces with a subtle enhanced contrast that brings out the oaks unique characteristics and grain. The final treated surface is as close to a raw sanded look as possible while protecting it from stains, moisture and general wear and tear.
All our products come treated and ready to use upon delivery with no further action needed on your part.
Payment Options:
We accept EFT (electronic funds transfer), Visa/Mastercard, or SnapScan payments only (no physical cash accepted).
Orders originating inside the Western Cape are confirmed and will only be processed upon having received a 50% deposit payment into our bank account as indicated on your invoice/quotation. A further 50% balance payment is due and payable upon delivery. No goods will be released for delivery until such time that payment has been made for all orders, in full.
Orders originating outside of the Western Cape are confirmed and will only be processed upon having received 100% full payment. The same terms apply for agencies/designers working on behalf of their clients.
Maintenance:
Avoid leaving any oils, chemicals or liquids on your top surfaces to avoid permanent marking. If these substances do come into play, clean them away immediately using a non-abrasive cloth, a drop of dishwashing liquid and a little cold water as needed. Leaving oils, chemicals or liquids overnight will cause stains, as these penetrate through the wood grain as gravity forces them down; the biggest culprits are pot plants and glasses left overnight.
For the regular maintenance and upkeep of your top surfaces, once every 6-12 months, apply our Care-Oil by using the soft side of a new kitchen sponge (the sponge allows for easy application by squeezing and/or dabbing), alternatively a soft cloth will do. Working from left to right in sections, pour enough Care-Oil on your top surface, then spread it thinly and evenly along the length of the grain, making sure to cover all areas equally. Leave the previous section to rest for a few minutes and move on until the entire surface is complete. Now using a new cloth, perform a final gentle wipe along the entire length of the surface to ensure there are no streaks while removing any excess (there should be no pooling or visible oils marks). Once complete, leave the surface to dry for 6 hours. The entire process should take no longer than 5-10 minutes.
Do not use any aerosol or chemical based applicants (like Mr Min) as this damages the surface treatment.
Environment & Usage:
Always keep your goods inside, and out of direct sunlight/rain/wind to avoid weathering and possible damage. If your goods are exposed to regular sunlight for long hours, be extra diligent about following the maintenance procedure above to ensure adequate moisture.
Unless otherwise stated, all our goods are manufactured and treated for indoor/interior use only (balconies/patios are exterior environments as they are open air spaces). If you are considering purchasing an item for an exterior space like a covered patio, balcony or a similar area, please check with us first so we can advise accordingly.
Our Oak:
Our oak is locally sourced from sustainable importers and consists of the American White variety (referred to as white oak). We select a grade of oak which features minimal knots and a homogenous tone, all of which lend to producing furniture pieces which are pleasing to the eye and structurally sound.
We manufacture all our goods from two standard finished thicknesses, namely 22mm or 34mm solid oak. You will note the thickness used this when browsing our goods.
We do not guarantee any specific widths of oak planks used, rather we select the best oak planks available to us in order to create a homogenous, attractive and uniform surface with no striping. The general width of any one oak plank will not be less than 100mm.
Contacting Us:
View our full terms and conditions here. We are located at 11 Calcutta Street, 19 Tamric Park, Paarden Eiland, Cape Town, 7405. Viewings by appointment only. Get in contact with us by sending us an email to hello@good-oak.co.za or call +27 83 321 7804
