Imagine buying a dining chair that's basically saying, "I'm ready whenever you are." That's exactly what an unfinished solid wood dining chair does. It doesn't show up with an opinion about your décor, a stain that clashes with your table, or a finish that makes you wonder if the manufacturer had sunglasses on during quality control. Instead, it arrives with endless possibilities.

For savvy shoppers and DIY enthusiasts, unfinished Canadian-made furniture is becoming an increasingly popular option.