Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Custom Solid Wood Furniture for Home and Contract Use in State College, PA
As a family-owned business entering our 45th year, we remain committed to crafting quality solid wood furniture that combines enduring value, thoughtful design, and practical functionality. Our journey began in 1969 with handmade cutting boards in a family workshop, evolving into a premier American manufacturer of home and contract furnishings. We prioritize sustainable practices by sourcing wood from local forests and minimizing waste through community partnerships.Our 90,000 sq. ft. facility in State College, PA, showcases our dedication to American craftsmanship, offering a showroom where visitors experience our legacy of clean-lined, durable furniture. With multi-generational expertise, we serve residential and commercial clients nationwide, blending tradition with modern innovation to create pieces that transcend trends.
Services
Custom Furniture
Contract Sales
Sustainable Materials
Commercial Furnishings
Home Office Design
Bedroom Sets
Occasional Furniture
Institutional Furniture
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We offer 45 years of experience in solid wood furniture craftsmanship
- Our family-owned operation maintains generational expertise and quality control
- We source sustainably harvested wood from forests within an hour of our facility
- Our craftsmen guarantee lifetime durability in every furniture piece
- We operate a 90,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility with on-site showroom access
Services
Custom Furniture
We create tailored furniture solutions for residential and commercial spaces. Our craftsmen work with clients to develop unique designs that meet specific functional and aesthetic requirements while maintaining our signature quality standards. Every piece combines durable construction with timeless design elements suitable for both modern and traditional settings.
Contract Sales
We specialize in large-scale furniture solutions for schools, medical facilities, resorts, and churches. Our team develops extra-durable designs engineered for high-traffic environments while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Projects receive dedicated support from concept through installation with customized options available for specific institutional needs.
Sustainable Materials
We source all hardwoods from sustainably managed forests within 60 miles of our facility. Our procurement practices support local forestry while minimizing transportation impact. We maintain zero-waste production through partnerships that repurpose wood remnants for community agricultural and craft projects.
People
Andrew Friberg
President & Owner
Andrew leads our family-owned business with a commitment to quality craftsmanship. He continues the legacy started in 1969, overseeing operations that combine traditional woodworking techniques with modern design principles to create enduring furniture pieces.
Richard Hedden
Engineering Manager
Richard ensures our furniture meets exacting quality standards through precise engineering. With decades of experience, he oversees production processes that maintain structural integrity while achieving elegant design aesthetics for both residential and commercial applications.
Questions
What types of furniture does Spectra Wood specialize in?
We focus on solid wood furniture for residential and commercial spaces, including bedroom sets, home office furniture, and institutional furnishings with custom options available.
Is Spectra Wood furniture made in the USA?
Yes, all our furniture is proudly manufactured in our State College, Pennsylvania facility using locally sourced hardwoods.
Can I order custom-designed furniture?
Yes, we offer bespoke furniture solutions tailored to client specifications for both residential and commercial applications.
What sustainability practices do you follow?
We source wood from sustainably managed local forests and maintain zero-waste production through community partnerships that repurpose all wood remnants.
Do you sell directly to consumers?
We operate through retail partners and contract sales channels but welcome visitors to our State College showroom for product viewing.
Reviews (3)
Pat Shipman
Oct 30, 2019
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Beautiful, high quality furniture at great prices! I went to buy a bookcase & found a perfect one, but I could have bought ten or twelve pieces. Somehow, their furniture is manufactured with clean lines that show off the natural beauty of the wood. Practical but stunning., and no fiber board or cheap materials. I love Spectra Wood!
Sarah Dunham
Jul 11, 2019
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About a week or two, while walking with my friend, we saw an employee being treated very poorly and disrespectfully out in the open. IN THE OPEN, where people are walking and businesses nearby as well. I hope that employee found a better job, and that person treating the employee poorly is fired.
Chaunce Gibson
Jul 01, 2018
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Great High quality wood furnishings. I ordered a double pedestal desk for my home office and I love it. They have a lot of custom features to make your desk your own. If you want quality please go to to the spectra wood website and check out there catalog!