Business Details
23 Years
experience
Custom Wood Beams, Mantels & Countertops in Austin, TX
Southwest Trading Post has been Austin's premier source for hand-crafted wood products since 2003. Our expertise in custom woodworking spans over two decades, specializing in natural wood beams, fireplace mantels, tables, and specialty lumber sourced from native Texas hardwoods. Our team of master craftsmen combines traditional techniques with modern technology to create unique architectural elements that enhance both residential and commercial spaces. Located in the Texas Hill Country, we operate a state-of-the-art sawmill that provides kiln-dried lumber and custom-milled materials to exact specifications. We maintain an extensive inventory of Mesquite, Pecan, Red Cedar, and Western Cedar while offering special-order options for unique project requirements. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through meticulous attention to detail in every custom wood piece we produce.The company's facility near downtown Austin serves as both a production center and showroom, allowing clients to view material selections and discuss projects directly with experienced professionals. We provide comprehensive milling services for wood up to 27 inches in diameter, catering to both large-scale construction projects and individual woodworking needs. Our reputation for excellence has been built through consistent delivery of durable, aesthetically superior wood products that showcase the natural beauty of the materials. As a locally-owned business, we maintain deep connections to the Central Texas community while serving clients throughout the region.
Services
Custom Wood Mantels
Hand-Crafted Tables
Specialty Lumber
Natural Wood Beams
Floating Shelves
Wood Countertops
Log Fireplace Mantels
Wood Siding & Trim
Reclaimed Beams
Custom Milling Services
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We've served Austin's woodworking needs for over 20 years
- Our master craftsmen create custom wood products on-site
- We operate a state-of-the-art sawmill for precise material processing
- We maintain extensive inventory of native Texas hardwoods
- We offer comprehensive milling services for specialized projects
Services
Custom Wood Mantels
We create authentic log fireplace mantels using Mesquite, Red Cedar, Western Cedar, and Pecan. Our craftsmen offer multiple finish options including hand-scraped, timber chipped, and live edge treatments. Each mantel is custom-made to complement your home's architectural style while maintaining the natural character of the wood.
Hand-Crafted Tables
Our master woodworkers produce custom tables and countertops from native Texas hardwoods. We offer various edge treatments and finishes to match modern, traditional, or rustic interior designs. All pieces are handmade in our Austin facility using durable, water-resistant finishes that highlight natural wood grain.
Specialty Lumber
We provide locally-sourced, kiln-dried lumber from Mesquite, Pecan, Red Cedar, and Western Cedar. Our on-site sawmill cuts wood to exact specifications for both large construction projects and individual woodworking needs. We stock 4/4 and 8/4 dimensions in various wood types.
Natural Wood Beams
We supply natural wood beams in multiple textures including rough sawn, planed, hand scraped, and timber chipped. Available in Red Cedar, Western Cedar, and Doug Fir, our beams are cut to order for both structural and decorative applications in residential and commercial buildings.
Floating Shelves
Our custom floating shelves are crafted from native Texas woods with options for live edge, slab, hand-scraped, and smooth finishes. We build shelves to exact dimensions for both functional and decorative applications, complementing various interior design styles from rustic to contemporary.
Questions
What types of wood products do you specialize in?
We specialize in custom wood mantels, beams, tables, countertops, and floating shelves using native Texas hardwoods like Mesquite, Pecan, and Red Cedar.
Can you create custom wood pieces to specific dimensions?
Yes, we offer full customization for all our wood products, including size, finish, and edge treatments to meet your exact specifications.
Do you sell raw lumber in addition to finished products?
Yes, we provide specialty lumber from our on-site sawmill, offering kiln-dried Mesquite, Pecan, Red Cedar, and Western Cedar in various dimensions.
What are your business hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, Saturday 9am-1pm, and closed on Sundays at our Austin, Texas facility.
Do you work with both residential and commercial clients?
Yes, we serve both residential homeowners and commercial clients needing custom wood solutions for restaurants, offices, and other business spaces.
Can I visit your facility to see wood samples?
Yes, our Austin showroom displays wood samples and finished products, allowing you to explore material options before making purchasing decisions.
Reviews (7)
Katherine Wallace
Feb 10, 2022
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This is the place to go if you are looking for mantels and floating shelves. Incredible selection of woods, stains and finishes. Super helpful staff. Really excited to be ordering my mantle soon. The walnut is just beautiful!
Granville Shanks
Feb 18, 2020
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All your needs for bringing a little country to your life Neat place just to go look at what they have.
B. H.
Aug 01, 2019
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A great source for custom manufactured furniture or raw lumber for your own project. Great people, meet their commitments, fair pricing, and beautiful materials.
JackSpeyer
Apr 05, 2019
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Dave and the crew are friendly, well informed and very patient. They spent close to 30 minutes while we looked over the rough timbers outside, and looked and looked. The gave good advice on what would work for the look we wanted. The price was fair and the mantle is the best I have ever seen. I highly recommend this business.
Mark Smola
Jan 28, 2018
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My wife and I built a home in Spicewood and used Southwest Trading Post to supply the mantel for our fireplace. Nice guys, helped with selection of mantel type and provided information on attaching to the wall. We wanted a specific color and style and they did a great Job, exactly what we wanted. We gave them a specific date we required the mantel and they had it done on time as requested. I would definitely use this company again, Great Job Thanks!
Rob Misconin
Oct 25, 2017
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Dave was very friendly! So many awesome projects to check out. Some of the coolest wood mantles I've ever seen.
Darren W.
Jan 12, 2016
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We had a custom piece built from mesquite and we couldn't be happier with the outcome and process. We had been searching for months before deciding to get exactly what we wanted built to our specifications. The price was a concern but it was very reasonable, ready within 2 weeks and exactly what we had envisioned. People that visit our house always compliment us on it and ask where it came from and we proudly tell them about Southwest. If you want a unique piece of furniture from flooring to tables or countertops, I highly recommend them.
