Oak

Collectors, antique and design furniture dealers, private owners.

By authenticating the design year of our objects and the production year, designer name we we trace the age and era of the wood. By smart calculation we can even estimate the year of harvest of the Oak tree. With all that in mind our agents inspect the condition of the furniture at the moment of the deal and confirm if the chairs are in origin form or if any work has been done since the production. Here the chairs and furniture comes to our warehouse by green transportation.

Quality check is in-house made.
We inspect each chair by hand before they leave our wirehouse to stay inline with our terms.
For further transparency we also do quality checks together with our customers during the delivery process.

Life cycle of our chairs starts with the cutting of zero trees and that’s our trademark. Not many wooden furniture producers can say they have zero deforestation. But that alone is not enough therefore part of our  main goal is having Zero waste of wood material. To achieve this we put the heavy work of sourcing our wood collecting process which is done by highly knowledgeable panel and architects. We take in design work created between the years 1940-1990. The wooden part is then cleaned out through our organic cleansing rituals using probiotic health bacteria. 100% natural biodegradable ingredients

Henning Kjaernulf, the Danish mid-century designer and architect, remains somewhat enigmatic, with his designs overshadowing knowledge about the man himself. Renowned for his impeccably crafted wooden pieces, Kjaernulf was primarily associated with Danish manufacturers such as EG Kvalitetsmobel, Nyrup Møbelfabrik, and Vejle Stole Møbelfabrik. Among his notable creations was the teak extending dining table produced by Vejle Stole Møbelfabrik. The archives of the Danish municipality, Stenlille, shed light on Kjaernulf’s architectural endeavours for Nyrup Møbelfabrik, identifying him as an architect based in Odense, Denmark. His portfolio showcases meticulous craftsmanship, embodying the sleek lines and sculpted forms characteristic of Danish modern design. Noteworthy are his distinctive designs, including the razorblade-like chair backrests that set him apart from his contemporaries. Despite the enduring popularity of his dining sets and lounge chairs, the enigmatic nature of Kjaernulf’s background only enhances the allure of his creations.
Picture of H.Kjænulf will follow.

Razor blade, Manufactured at EG Kvalitetsmobel. Newly upholstered by Design Preowned, with Aniline leather and Oil finish.
the collection is known for its functional yet perfectionism in sculpted edges design. By the Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf. He made his mark on the 195-1970 Scandinavian design. He studied Carpentry and Design at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Art. This collection is made to last. The average lifespan of this collection is obtained and maintained to reach 120+ in total life time since production. 

Care and maintenance of Wood treated with oil:
Here at Design Pre-Owned, we exclusively utilize vegetable oils for our treatment process. 

Maintenance Instructions Oil finish:
For everyday upkeep, utilize a cloth dampened with lukewarm water. The surface can be revitalised with a fresh oil treatment. In such instances, ensure the surface is thoroughly clean and dry. Apply oil to the chair using a clean cloth, ensuring even distribution. Wipe off any excess oil with another clean dry cloth, always following the wood grain. Allow it to dry, which may take one to two days depending on the type of oil used. The necessary items include vegetable wood surface treatment oil, two clean cloths, and a plastic bag for disposing of oil-soaked cloth. Take care to avoid getting oil on materials like fabric or leather, as oil-treated furniture may leave grease marks until fully set. Hence, refrain from placing the furniture directly on carpets or on surfaces treated with soap for one to two weeks after the last oil treatment.

Caution:
Oil-soaked cloth is flammable and should be disposed of in a sealed container with water or stored in a closed metal container or glass jar.

Design Pre Owned collects furniture to be renewed locally within Copenhagen. Selection and sourcing ,verification of material is done already at the collectors local so we don’t have to send anything back. Patina is a key factor in our selection. Furnitures are then driven by Green choice cars. We also bulk drive furniture by 20-30 items in one drive of 300km. 

There will be no package 📦
Only blankets to cover the chairs, Made of recycled cotton, Can be used 1000 times.

Design pre owned staff will make a delivery of the chair 🪑 by car to the customer.
We believe our customer is in Copenhagen so we will calculate ca transport to maximum 10km (locally with in Copenhagen) only.
There will be no package 📦, only blankets to cover the chairs, made of recycled cotton, and can be used 1000 times.
Delivery option number 2 is:
The costume will pick up their order in design pre owned warehouse in Copenhagen
Lifetime for the chair is 15-25 years our more for the costume