In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger interviews Kevin Scheimreif, the owner of Steel and Grain. Kevin shares his journey from woodworking as a child to establishing his own custom furniture business.

He discusses the challenges he faced in pricing, sourcing materials, and navigating the woodworking industry. Kevin emphasizes the importance of creativity in his work, particularly in combining wood and steel, and shares insights on marketing strategies and customer engagement.

The conversation also touches on current design trends in woodworking and the future of his business.

Key Takeaways

• He transitioned from construction to custom furniture design
• Combining wood and steel has become his signature style
• Sourcing materials locally has been beneficial for his business
• Building relationships with clients is key to success
• Kevin's business has been full-time since 2014

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Kevin Scheimreif and His Journey

05:22 Crafting with Wood and Metal

10:52 Navigating Challenges in Business

16:25 The Future of Woodworking and Design Trends

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