Reyna at Maldonado's Furniture turned my table top nightmare into a dream come true. I ordered a round replacement table top made from alder with a dark finish. What I got was an exquisite piece of furniture that is modern, durable, and crafted by superior furniture makers.
Here's the short story: I originally placed a custom dining table online order with a Canadian-based company. I requested a round 44 inch walnut veneer pedestal table. What I got was a pathetic-looking, wimpy 43 inch table that tipped every time someone's elbows were on it. The table top had to go.
Reyna was one of three custom-furniture makers I called based on Yelp reviews. Reyna was quick to respond to my inquiry for a round replacement table top. She was friendly on the phone and a good listener, asking me several questions to ensure she understood what I wanted in a replacement table top. In fact, Reyna kept me up to date throughout the furniture process, from placement to delivery.
Reyna also offered the best pricing for my budget, and unlike the other local furniture makers I called, Reyna was able to give me a ballpark figure without even my having to come down to her shop.
When I dropped off the original table at the shop, I had three concerns: Cost, Size, and Design.
Reyna showed me a few wood and finish options that worked with my budget. I chose alder; Reyna said it was a great durable and budget-friendly alternative to Doug fir.
When I expressed my concern about the replacement table top diameter needing to be proportionate to the pedestal, Reyna said that not to worry because she would talk with her furniture makers and get back to me. She did and offered me two size choices: 46 inch or 48 inch. I opted for 46 inch to be on the safe side. I got over 48 inch at no extra charge.
I was also worried about design. I wanted the replacement table top to retain the sleekness, simplicity, and shape of the original table top design. My new table top not only retains the design but also takes the overall aesthetic value up 10 notches. Does Yelp have a photo upload option? You should see what I'm raving about.
I heart Maldonado's. Reyna and team work wonders. read more