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Halifax, Nova Scotia

From the edge
of the forest.

Handcrafted wood furniture, serving boards, and custom pieces — made from solid hardwood, finished by hand, built to last.

Handcrafted ash entry bench with dark wire-brushed finish by Selvedge Halifax
Made at the edge.
Boards ship Canada-wide · Furniture: local & Atlantic
Free pickup — Halifax NS
All solid hardwood — no veneers
Custom orders welcome
Featured work

Made to last a lifetime

Every piece is built from solid hardwood — no veneers, no shortcuts. Furniture and boards you hand down, not replace.

Walnut maple chess table with storage drawer
Furniture

Walnut & Maple Chess Table

From $485 CAD
Ash entry bench with lower shelf dark stain
Furniture

Ash Entry Bench with Shelf

From $395 CAD
End grain walnut maple checkerboard cutting board
Kitchen

End Grain Checkerboard Board

From $165 CAD
01

Select

Hardwood chosen for grain character — not just species

02

Shape

Cut, jointed, and assembled by hand — no CNC routing

03

Finish

Sanded through grits, hand-oiled, sealed coat by coat

04

Deliver

Boards ship Canada-wide. Furniture: local pickup, Atlantic delivery, or freight by quote

"The bench is exactly what I pictured — the grain is stunning and it fits the entryway perfectly. Worth every penny."
— Halifax customer, pine console bench
Ash console table detail showing drawer and craftsmanship
The maker

Every piece that leaves the workshop has been touched at every stage by the same pair of hands.

About Selvedge

The finished edge

Selvedge is a one-person woodworking studio operating out of Halifax, Nova Scotia. The name comes from the self-finished edge of woven fabric — the boundary where raw material becomes something complete.

Every piece is built from solid hardwood. No veneers. No flat-pack components. No shortcuts. The wood is selected for its grain, joinery is cut by hand, and the finish is applied coat by coat until the surface is right.

We make furniture, serving boards, and custom pieces — and we also curate thoughtfully sourced goods for the home. From the edge of the forest.

100%Solid hardwood
NSMade in Halifax
0Veneers or shortcuts
∞Custom possibilities
The collection

Shop Selvedge

All pieces are made in Halifax from solid hardwood. Boards ship Canada-wide. Furniture is available for local pickup, Atlantic delivery, or freight by quote. Custom sizes and finishes available — enquire here. See our Policies & Shipping page for full details.

Ash entry bench with lower slatted shelf
Entry Bench

Ash Bench with Shelf

From $395 CAD
Ash console table with two drawers dark wire brushed finish
Console Table

Ash Console with Drawers

From $595 CAD
Walnut maple chess table inlaid top with storage drawer
Game Table

Walnut & Maple Chess Table

From $485 CAD
Walnut maple nesting tables set of three checkerboard tops
Side Tables

Nesting Tables — Set of 3

From $495 CAD
End grain walnut maple checkerboard cutting board
Cutting Board

End Grain Checkerboard Board

From $165 CAD
Maple walnut edge grain cutting board with juice groove
Cutting Board

Maple & Walnut Cutting Board

From $85 CAD
Charcuterie Board
with Bottle Holders

Coming soon — from $145 CAD
Maple & walnut with integrated bottle cutouts

All pieces can be customised — different dimensions, wood species, stain, or hardware.

Our story

The finished edge.

Selvedge is a Halifax woodworking studio. We make things from solid hardwood — furniture, boards, and custom pieces built to last. From the edge of the forest.

Detail of handcrafted ash console table grain and finish by Selvedge Halifax
Halifax, Nova Scotia

Made here. Boards ship anywhere in Canada. Furniture delivered locally and across Atlantic Canada.

The maker

One workshop.
One pair of hands.

Selvedge is built around a simple premise: if you are going to make something from wood, make it properly. That means solid hardwood, not veneers. It means joinery that holds, not just glue. It means a finish that is sanded between coats, not sprayed and shipped.

The pieces in this shop are made one at a time, in Halifax, Nova Scotia — selected for their grain, shaped by hand, and finished coat by coat until they are right. No production line. No shortcuts.

The name Selvedge comes from the self-finished edge of woven fabric — the boundary that prevents unravelling, where raw material becomes something complete and purposeful. That is what we try to make: things finished properly, all the way to the edge.

We welcome custom orders. If you have a specific piece in mind, get in touch.

Solid hardwood only

Every piece is built from solid wood — maple, walnut, ash, or oak. No veneers, no MDF, no engineered wood.

Food-safe finishes

All cutting boards and serving pieces are finished with food-grade mineral oil and beeswax. No varnish or polyurethane on food-contact surfaces.

Built to last decades

Solid hardwood furniture, properly constructed and finished, outlasts its owners. These are not disposable pieces.

Custom orders

Different dimensions, wood species, stain colour, or hardware. Most things we make can be customised — just ask.

More work

From the workshop

Ash bench grain detail top view
Chess table top view showing drawer open
Ash console table dramatic grain top view
Nesting tables checkerboard tops stacked
Get in touch

Let's talk
wood.

Contact us

Email info@selvedge.ca
Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Shipping Boards: Canada Post nationwide
Furniture: local pickup or Atlantic delivery
Long-distance freight available by quote
Response time We reply within 48 hours

We'll reply to info@selvedge.ca within 48 hours.

Thank you — we'll be in touch within 48 hours.

Custom orders

Have something specific in mind?

Almost everything we make can be customised. Tell us what you're looking for and we'll get back to you with a quote within 48 hours.

What we can customise

  • Dimensions — length, width, height
  • Wood species — maple, walnut, ash, oak, cherry
  • Stain colour and finish level
  • Hardware — pulls, hinges, legs
  • Joinery details and design variations
  • Personalisation — initials, names, dates
Typical lead time Boards: 3–5 days · Furniture: 2–4 weeks

We'll respond with a quote within 48 hours. No commitment required at this stage.

Your custom order request has been received. We'll be in touch within 48 hours with a quote.

How we work

Policies & Shipping

Everything you need to know about ordering, shipping, returns, and custom work.

Shipping

How we ship

Shipping method depends on the type of piece. We have set up three tiers to ensure every order arrives safely without inflating costs unnecessarily.

Tier 1 — Boards & Small Goods

Cutting boards, charcuterie boards, and end-grain boards ship via Canada Post Expedited Parcel to anywhere in Canada. Tracking included on all orders.

Tier 2 — Furniture (Local & Atlantic)

Free local pickup at our Halifax workshop. We also offer personal delivery across Atlantic Canada (NS, NB, PEI, NL) for a flat fee — contact us for a rate before ordering.

Tier 3 — Furniture (Rest of Canada)

Freight shipping to Ontario, Quebec, and western Canada is available by quote only. Contact us before ordering — we will source a freight rate and confirm cost before any payment is taken.

All shipments include tracking. Damage must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photographs. We package boards carefully with foam padding and corrugated protection.

Ordering

How to order

We do not process payments on the website. All orders are handled by email, keeping things simple and personal.

  1. Click Buy Now on any product and complete the short enquiry form.
  2. We reply within 48 hours to confirm availability and provide a total including shipping.
  3. Payment is by Interac e-Transfer to orders@selvedge.ca.
  4. Payment confirms your order. In-stock boards ship within 3–5 business days. Furniture within the quoted lead time.

We accept orders from Canada only. Interac e-Transfer is the sole payment method at this time.

Custom orders

Custom & made-to-order work

Most pieces can be customised — different dimensions, wood species, stain colour, or hardware. Submit a custom order request and we will respond with a quote within 48 hours. No commitment is required at that stage.

Once specifications are agreed in writing, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required to begin production. The balance is due before shipping or pickup. Custom and made-to-order pieces are final sale — no returns or exchanges.

Returns

Return policy

In-stock items: Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery. Item must be unused and in original condition. Buyer is responsible for return shipping costs.

Custom and made-to-order items: Final sale. No returns or exchanges.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Why don’t you offer fixed-price shipping on furniture across Canada?

Solid hardwood furniture is heavy and large — a bench weighs 25–35 kg and exceeds standard parcel dimensions. Shipping it by courier or Canada Post at those sizes either isn’t possible or costs more than the piece itself. Rather than bake an inflated flat rate into the price, we quote freight honestly on a per-order basis so you only pay actual cost. For Atlantic Canada customers, we offer personal delivery at a flat rate.

Can I pick up furniture from your workshop in Halifax?

Yes — local pickup in the Halifax Regional Municipality is always free and encouraged for furniture. We will coordinate a pickup time with you once the piece is ready.

I’m in Ontario (or BC, Quebec, etc.) and want a bench. Is that possible?

Yes. Contact us before ordering and we will obtain a freight quote from a furniture carrier. Freight is at the buyer’s cost and must be confirmed before production begins on a custom order or before payment on an in-stock piece. We use blanket-wrap carriers where possible to avoid crating costs.

Do cutting boards and charcuterie boards ship everywhere in Canada?

Yes. All boards ship Canada-wide via Canada Post Expedited Parcel. Tracking is included. Most boards arrive within 3–7 business days after shipping, depending on destination.

Do you ship internationally?

Not at this time. We ship within Canada only.

How do I care for a cutting board or charcuterie board?

Hand wash with warm water and mild soap. Dry immediately — do not soak or put in a dishwasher. Re-oil every few months with food-grade mineral oil or a beeswax finish to keep the wood conditioned and water-resistant. Avoid prolonged contact with moisture.

Can I request a custom size or wood species not listed?

Yes. Most pieces can be built to custom dimensions or in different species. Common hardwoods we work with include hard maple, black walnut, white ash, red oak, black cherry, and eastern white pine. Other species may be available on request. Use the custom order form to get started.