Solid wood pieces, crafted by hand and made to your measure.
Now with a home of our own in Salt River, come see the craft in person.
See, touch and feel the quality in person. Our showroom sits in the heart of Cape Town’s maker district. Bring your ideas and our team will help bring them to life over a coffee.
Tired of cookie-cutter furniture that blends into the background? A custom piece is your chance to elevate the space and match it to how you actually live. Tell us the room, the style and the wood, and we’ll handcraft something here in Cape Town that’s entirely yours.
Start Your Custom Piece →No awkward gaps or pieces that are too big or too small for the room. Everything is built to your exact measurements, making the most of your space and slotting in seamlessly.
Choose the wood, the finish and the details. Your furniture reflects your taste, not a showroom floor, and no one else will have the same piece.
Solid South African wood and honest joinery. These are heirloom pieces, made to be lived with for decades rather than replaced in a few years.
Need extra storage, a particular height, or a tricky nook filled? We design the function in from the start, so it’s as practical as it is beautiful.
Visit the showroom or send us your ideas, measurements and inspiration. Consultations are free, with no obligation.
We turn it into a design and a clear, itemised quote: materials, finish and dimensions, all chosen by you. No surprises.
Built by hand in our Salt River workshop and delivered in 4–6 weeks, backed by a 6-month warranty.
In the lively city of Cape Town, Sam and Khan turned a shared love of woodwork into Cross Grain Furniture Design. What started in a workshop has become a name people trust for furniture that’s built honestly and made to last.
Every join, every finish, every grain is considered. These two keep pushing themselves, and now, with a showroom of their own, you can meet the makers behind the work.
Driven by a love of creativity and a determination to do things properly, Sam and Khan set out to share their furniture with the world, handcrafting each piece with care, so that every one is immaculate and reflects their skill, durability and sense of sophistication.
With dedication and perseverance they earned the loyalty of customers who valued the craftsmanship, quality and honest pricing behind every build. To this day the two keep introducing new pieces regularly, embodying their vision, talent and devotion to the craft.
Cross Grain doesn’t believe in one-size-fits-all. They work closely with you from the first consultation to the final piece, from selecting the perfect wood to the finishing touches, because every piece tells a story, and they’re dedicated to making furniture that becomes a cherished part of your home.
We recently ordered a bed and a custom kitchen island and the finished products are absolutely beautiful. The craftsmanship is excellent, very neat, solid and professionally made, and it looks even better than we imagined. There were some delays and communication could have been smoother, but the final result was definitely worth it.
via GoogleAbsolutely blown away by our handcrafted wooden desk. The workmanship and quality are exceptional. The whole process was easy, efficient and such a pleasure from start to finish. Huge thanks to Khan and Sam: professional, talented, and a solid 10/10 all round. Would highly recommend!
via GoogleWorking with Khan and Sam at Cross Grain was a fantastic experience. We had a large custom order, mostly made of Knysna blackwood, and they delivered a top-notch final product. The furniture is beautiful, incredibly well-made and will last for generations. I highly recommend Cross Grain Furniture.
via GoogleI recently ordered a 4-poster bed, 2 bedside tables and a chest of drawers. The workmanship is absolutely exquisite and the attention to detail is phenomenal. A huge thanks to Sam and his team for making me such beautiful furniture. Each item was meticulously wrapped for transport from Cape Town to Tsitsikamma.
via GoogleI purchased a queen-sized Dorika floating bed from Cross Grain and was assisted by Sam and Khan. I am incredibly impressed by their craftsmanship. The delivery of my bed had me smiling from ear to ear. I would 100% recommend this place for all your custom furniture needs!
via GoogleCome visit the showroom this week, or start your custom design online today.
Tell us about your piece and we’ll be in touch to talk timber, dimensions and design, over a coffee at the showroom or a call.
