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What It Really Means to Create a Custom Table

“By Rick Barber — Founder, LMNTL Custom Game & Furniture Manufacturing”

Where Craftsmanship Begins

Every custom table tells a story. It begins not with blueprints, but with materials — the wood, the epoxy, the fabric, the hardware — and the hands that bring it together.

“True custom furniture starts with integrity in materials, intention in the process, and skill in execution. This balance determines whether a piece is admired for a season or cherished for a lifetime.”

Materials That Matter

For furniture meant to endure, materials form the foundation:

  • Hardwoods: Walnut, maple, oak — strong, beautiful, living materials that age gracefully
  • Epoxy: Professional-grade casting resin that resists yellowing, warping, and cracking
  • Finishes & Hardware: Hand-rubbed lacquer, deep gloss resin, ceramic coatings; quality leather, upholstery, and adhesives

Every choice contributes to longevity, performance, and aesthetic identity.

The Human Element Behind Quality

Materials alone are not enough. True craftsmanship comes from the hands that create:

  • Listening to the wood
  • Shaping with awareness
  • Making decisions that balance form and function

The small imperfections and human choices give the table its soul.

Meet the craftspeople behind every build — “Our Artisans”

Collaboration Creates Strength

True custom work requires multiple disciplines: woodworking, metalwork, finishing, upholstery. LMNTL built the Certified Artisan Network:

  • Skilled craftspeople across the country
  • Each contributes expertise in their field
  • Collaboration preserves quality and maximizes artistry

Every piece is stronger physically and spiritually through teamwork.

Supporting the Craftsmen Who Keep the Art Alive

Mass production dominates furniture. At LMNTL, clients support:

  • Individual artisans
  • A network of skilled craftspeople
  • Fair compensation and recognition

This model restores artistry while ensuring consistency and trust.

Discover the philosophy behind our commitment to artisans — “About LMNTL”

The Soul of the Creation

Every custom table carries a story:

  • The wood chosen
  • The hands that shaped it
  • The home it enters

Purchasing a truly custom table is buying a story that reflects the maker, the designer, and the owner.

The Future of Custom Craftsmanship

In an automated world, authenticity is luxury. LMNTL builds:

  • Furniture with intention, soul, and story
  • Pieces that cannot be replicated by machines
  • Heirlooms that connect generations

The art of the build is preserving the human craft while pushing design forward.

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Rick Barber

Rick Barber is the founder of LMNTL, a Texas-based manufacturer of bespoke luxury game tables and custom furniture. After decades in the game furniture industry, Rick founded LMNTL to restore authenticity and artistry to handcrafted design.