{"id":99,"date":"2026-02-23T21:33:30","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T21:33:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/montrosewood.wpenginepowered.com\/?page_id=99"},"modified":"2026-03-09T13:36:39","modified_gmt":"2026-03-09T13:36:39","slug":"about-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/montrosewoodworker.com\/?page_id=99","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Craftsmanship Rooted In Integrity. Built To Endure.<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Montrose Woodworker is a small custom woodworking shop based in Batawa, Ontario, Canada<\/strong>. We are a husband-and-wife team \u2014 Ed and Cindy Kooistra<\/strong> \u2014 dedicated to designing and building custom furniture and cabinetry that reflects your style, your space, and your story.<\/p>

Every piece that leaves our shop is handcrafted, built from solid hardwood, and made to last for generations.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Experience In Custom Woodworking<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\u201cTrue craftsmanship isn\u2019t rushed. It\u2019s measured in patience, precision, and design.\u201d\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
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Carefully Chosen Material<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Montrose Woodworker believes great craftsmanship begins with a deep respect for material. He carefully selects hardwoods for their grain, strength, and character \u2014 allowing the natural beauty of the wood to guide each design.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Built With Intention<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Every project is thoughtfully planned and proportioned. From concept to final finish, he prioritizes structural integrity, timeless aesthetics, and functionality \u2014 creating pieces that serve both form and purpose.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Crafted To Endure<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Quality is measured in decades, not trends. Through precision joinery, durable finishes, and meticulous attention to detail, Montrose Woodworker creates furniture designed to age gracefully and last for generations.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Get To Know The Craftsman<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Meet The Owner & Designer, Ed Kooistra<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ed is the owner and designer behind Montrose Woodworker. With a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship and a passion for clean, intentional design, he creates custom furniture and architectural woodwork that is built to last. Every piece is thoughtfully designed, carefully constructed, and finished with precision.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our Story<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Having tinkered in woodworking most of his life, Ed always knew that building with wood was more than just a hobby. As retirement approached, it felt like the perfect time to turn that lifelong passion into something more intentional.<\/p>

What started with a small maple credenza quickly grew into a full custom woodworking business. Word spread. Projects evolved. Designs became more ambitious. And Montrose Woodworker began to blossom into what it is today \u2014 a trusted source for one-of-a-kind, handcrafted furniture.<\/p>

Cindy brings organization, communication, and creative input to every project, ensuring that clients feel supported and heard throughout the entire process.<\/p>

Together, we build pieces that are meant to be lived with and loved.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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FAQ<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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We Are Here To Help You With Any Questions You May Have<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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We design and build custom furniture, cabinetry, and built-ins crafted from high-quality materials. Every piece is made with durability, function, and timeless design in mind.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Yes. Every project is custom-built to fit your space and style. From statement furniture pieces to complete room transformations, we tailor each build to your needs.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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We work with a variety of hardwoods including white ash, oak, walnut, and maple. We help you choose the right material based on durability, appearance, and budget.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Timelines vary depending on the scope and detail of the build, but most projects range from a few weeks to a couple of months from design to installation.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Absolutely. We collaborate with clients to refine ideas, select materials, and create functional designs that fit both the space and the vision.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Start by contacting us with a description of the piece you\u2019re looking for. We\u2019ll talk through your space, design preferences, and materials before creating a custom plan and quote tailored specifically to your project.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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