Once you have selected the design or style of your new solid wood furniture, the decision is only half over. Now you have to make a choice on what colour of stain you would like! The choices seem endless – not only are there so many different shades, but there are also choices of having two different stains applied, perhaps one tone to the legs of your table and another to the top. Chairs, coffee tables, and sideboards can all be finished this way. So, how much does colour matter? Colour matters a lot! The question that needs to be answered first is what kind of atmosphere do you want in the room where you are placing your solid wood furniture pieces? Most of us have an idea of what we want to express to those who come in to our home, and the colour you choose will have a definite impact on their impression. Let’s take a look at some common colours and how they can help your furniture express what you desire most. Black: Let’s start with the favorite first! Black is very popular right now, particularly when it comes to chairs. There’s no question, it does look nice, especially if you are a “primitive/rustic” fan. Black actually can contribute to a warm atmosphere, if it is matched with something like a warm brown table. However, should you put black with a white or cooler shade like grey, then it would express rest as well. Black stain on solid wood can be very versatile, which makes it a great go-to colour when you want a contrast with your solid wood furniture. Black also expresses class and elegance, a great concept to have in almost any room of your home! Dark Walnut: What a beautiful warm brown shade! Craving a little warmth in your den, or perhaps your living room? Dark Walnut stain on your solid wood furniture will express that for you. You’ll find that it goes well with almost any décor theme, and will allow your guests to feel warm and welcomed in any space where you choose to place that colour. Cold in December? Warm colours work! Ebony: Let's look at the cooler, more restful side of the spectrum. Ebony, while normally a name for black, is actually grey with slight brown tones. It shows off the grain of your solid wood furniture beautifully, and gives that "Ahhhh" feeling when someone enters a room with ebony furniture. For a bedroom, ebony would be a great colour, and give you a space to sleep peacefully, or perhaps your guest room would be that great place. Again, it works well with almost any decor...and should you put an ebony table with black chairs in your dining room? The "Wow" factor will meet you! Another great "gray/brown" stain colour that we have found recently is Aged Barrel. Amazing on any solid wood furniture piece! Natural: Looking for happy? Sunshine? Brightness? Natural is a great colour to choose! It's a lighter, bright brown tone, and gives that feeling of cheerfulness to any room where you find it. Another colour along the same line, which makes your solid wood furniture stand out, is Early American light. While giving a slightly more "orange" tone, it also generates that sense of sunshine in the room where your Mennonite furniture is placed. Pair this one with black, and see your space shine! You can always simply clear coat your solid wood pieces, and the beauty of your wood will stand out. The only word of caution is that it will yellow over time. But if you're ok with that - go for it! Provincial: Another warm brown, but this one is rustic! We love this colour, and the grain and unique colouring of your wormy maple furniture will lend rustic charm to any room! Dining room, living room, bedroom, even your "man cave" will only be uplifted by the atmosphere this stain brings! Another great pair with black - amazing! So many more colours are out there to choose for your new solid wood Mennonite -crafted furniture...and remember, ours is made locally in Ontario! Keep in mind the atmosphere you want in your room - ask yourself what vibe you want to feel, and what expression of space you want to give your family and friends. Then choose the colour that best expresses those sentiment. Every room is made better by solid wood furniture! In keeping with our faith in Jesus Christ that we love to share, remember the best way to have the atmosphere you want everywhere in your home is to follow Him! The presence of Christ makes every home a place to relax, feel warmth and love, and find happiness and joy. ~ Katherine Cinnamon Cabin Co - where Excellence & Economy Meet.

Christmas is just around the corner, along with the family dinners, parties, and gatherings involved. Perhaps you are also a part of a church or faith-group, and during this season you are involved with hosting events and social gatherings. How do you want to portray the atmosphere of your home? What vibe do you want others to feel when they gather in your dining room or den for dinner? Keeping these thoughts uppermost in mind can help you make your home a place where faith in Jesus Christ is felt. Our solid wood furniture can help you make that real! Of course, if you're a believer in Jesus, you already know that He is the solid Rock - the ultimate firm Foundation! At Cinnamon Cabin Co, we can't create that foundation in your life, but we do our best to have Christ be present and sensed in the atmosphere of our showroom, and hopefully in our lives. Christmas is definitely a time where we gather with our family and friends, and every experience can be centered on Jesus, so that conversations are founded on the faith that we want to share and pass on to the succeeding generations. First, a solid wood table is a great place to start! Serving dinner or simply hors d'oeuvres, can be done on a foundational piece of furniture to your home. Of course, solid wood means just that - it's solid. No loose pieces, no shaking and moving, and with our tables, no concern about water marks. We use a high quality clear finish that stands up to the test! We never offer a table made from a wood product with veneer - so if one of your gatherings leaves you with a few marks on that beautiful dining table, a simple stain marker can take of it. Our solid wood tables are handcrafted, not factory produced, and therefore are all somewhat unique. You can set your own vibe - no copies! Now, what about chairs? You will want your guests to be comfortable, so they'll want to converse with your about your faith. No one enjoys sitting in a chair that feels unstable or rickety! Our solid wood chairs are a great foundation for a great conversation! No factory produced chairs come from Cinnamon Cabin Co. Every chair is handcrafted and stable. We have many styles and comfort levels to choose from, and also can meet many different budgets. One thing that is the same across the board when it comes to our solid wood chairs - they are all superior quality and built to last. Foundational? Yes, when it comes to welcoming people to your home and your faith in Jesus! Maybe you are a host who welcomes your family and friends into your living room or den. It's pretty foundational to have solid wood end tables and coffee tables! Your guests will feel much more at home if there is no concern about a table shifting or tilting when refreshments are placed on them. Our solid wood coffee and end tables meet that need! They are - you guessed it - solid wood only. We never use veneer and wood products for our living room furniture. These pieces are often heavy, and therefore very stable. No worries about shaking or moving! We enjoy doing custom work when it comes to end tables and coffee tables...show us your inspirational photos and let us see what we can do! We can also customize our solid wood living room pieces to match your space size - no one needs to feel crowded. After all, it's about sharing your foundation of faith, not about putting on the squeeze! If you're ready for a firm foundation in solid wood furniture, you are welcome to check us out on our website, or come into our showroom at 43 Albert St, Clinton, Ontario. We are always happy to share our faith - both in Jesus and in the solid wood furniture we provide! ~ Katherine

Which space in your home is best suited to a couples' needs? Perhaps some would say the den or living room - or if you like to cook, the kitchen. But one room, above all others, should be set up to celebrate you together as a couple - the bedroom. The best relationships and celebrations are founded on the calm of Jesus Christ. Yet, can solid wood furniture help to make your "couples" space reflect that calm? Let's look at the ways! Our Mennonite-made beds, dressers, and night stands are hand crafted with care and attention. Just like a relationship with a couple needs care and "hands on" attention! Our loving God also handcrafted us with care and a detailed design. Our craftsmen are interested in constructing bedroom furniture that reflects their faith and values - and ours. Hard work, attention to quality, love in action, and ability to stand up under pressure define the basics of good relationships - with Jesus and each other! These are also found in the construction of our bedroom pieces. Custom sizes, styles, and colours also can reflect who you both are together, and celebrate the uniqueness of God's creation. We're not all the same! Our beds, dressers, and night stands are made with only solid wood - so they are sturdy and able to withstand any pressure placed on them. Durable even with daily use, a solid wood bed adds a sense of stability in a space meant to be a haven from an uncertain world. Our solid wood dressers are made with smooth slides, and functional drawers. Spaces to put away the clutter that negatively impacts our calm, and without any undue effort on your part! No scratching or rough sounds to grate on nerves already taut from what the day has brought! Calm sounds are an integral part of our classic solid wood furniture - just as we find calm and peace in our solid foundation, Jesus Christ! Couples who care are those who have an open relationship! Our Mennonite-made bedroom furniture has no veneer - it is solid wood stained the colour of your choice. We believe in open relationships - with God and people - and our bedroom furniture and business practices reflect that. Placing solid wood furniture in your "couples corner" will reflect the openness of your relationship! Choose the stain colour that best will give you both a sense of security, quiet, relaxation, and calm. We have many stain options to choose from! Just as our faith in Christ is meant to be passed down to other generations, solid wood bedroom furniture can be handed down from family member to family member - and it will last! Surely this is one of the best ways to celebrate what being a couple means. The impact of memories on future generations by handing down furniture that was at one time yours means the influence of your "couple" companionship will also continue on with the memories you share. Share Jesus, as the one true lasting Foundation for life and relationships - and celebrate knowing Him together with your family. ~ Katherine