our history

Crate Designs carries on a tradition of producing quality Canadian furniture at our factory in Chesley, Ontario - since 1906! 
The company was formed as The Chesley Chair Company, producing chairs for other furniture manufacturers. As the product line was broadened beyond just chairs the name was changed to Heirloom of Canada. After discontinuing the Heirloom line of traditional styles in the 1990's, to concentrate on Crate furniture, the name was changed to Crate Designs™.

the style

Crate™ is characterized by its clean, simple lines and durable oil finish. The furniture has a hand-crafted look and feel, with sizes designed to make it easy for you to mix and match.

the furniture

Our quality construction begins with carefully selected hard pine (Southern Yellow and Radiata), ideal for long lasting furniture. Veneered panels are used on doors and most tops, for easier cleaning and greater stability.

the choice

You’re searching for solutions. Find your answers from over 300 styles, sizes and standard variations of furniture. Choose from hundreds of exciting fabric patterns and colours.

the finish

The standard oil finish* is simple and easy to care for - the inevitable scrape or scratch is almost invisible.
You can also choose a lacquer finish on most tops or order your furniture pieces unfinished to personalize them yourself! 
(* non-toxic, no peanut oil, and very environmentally friendly!)

mattresses

Premier foam mattresses are crafted in our own factory to ensure quality and value. You can be assured of a long life with our high-density foam construction.
Dreameasy latex and memory foam bedding is made in Canada to our specifications. Details at mattresses.

commercial and institutional

Crate Designs furniture stands up to heavy use and abuse! 
It is the first choice for many prestigious private and public schools, colleges and universities. (View some of our clients)
Crate furniture continues to withstand the challenges in group homes, shelters and just about every other area you can imagine! 
Regardless of the setting or the size of the installation, we can provide an economical long term solution for commercial or institutional furniture needs. 

the guarantee

We guarantee that our furniture will be rough and rustic, will have gaps and cracks, but will not fall apart for as long as you own it!
Shipping charges for any necessary replacement parts are included during the first year of ownership. 
Foam, fabric and mechanisms (non-wood parts) are guaranteed against faulty workmanship for a period of one year from the date of delivery. As most mills do not guarantee their fabric we will not be held responsible for wear or fading of our products’ fabric. 
Mattress warranties vary by model. Details at mattresses.
This guarantee is limited to the original purchaser and also limited to furniture used indoors under normal residential conditions only. Your invoice is your proof of purchase. See your retailer for further details and commercial warranty terms.

Crate Designs furniture is truly lifetime!

Replacement upholstered components are available - pricing is shown on the same page as the original model. Almost all other parts of the furniture we sell are available from the factory in case of loss or damage. This is furniture that never gets “thrown out”!

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