Handcrafted Cedar Goods

At Tofino Woodshop, I make Western Red Cedar Adirondack chairs, matching outdoor pieces and a growing selection of other cedar goods. Each product is made by me in my small Canadian workshop.

The work begins with carefully selected old-growth Western Red Cedar logs. I mill all of the cedar lumber quarter-sawn in-house, then sort each board by grain and quality before deciding where it will be used.

Handling the process from the log selection through final sanding gives me control over the wood, fit and finish at every stage.

Learn more about the story behind Tofino Woodshop

  • Quarter-sawing a Western Red Cedar log on the sawmill

    The Art of Woodworking

    A behind-the-scenes look at how Tofino Woodshop selects old-growth Western Red Cedar logs, mills every board using the quarter-sawn method, and prepares clear, knot-free lumber for handcrafted outdoor furniture.

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  • How to choose the Right Adirondack Chair

    Learn what to look for when choosing an Adirondack chair, including lumber quality, comfort, hardware, assembly and long-term value.



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  • Western Red Cedar Adirondack chair viewed from the front, showing contrasting cedar tones and wide arms

    How to Clean and Care for Outdoor Cedar Furniture

    Learn how to clean, protect and refinish cedar outdoor furniture, including advice on stains, weathering, moisture, finishes and winter storage.

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