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Handcrafted rustic bookshelves and bookcases built from reclaimed pine and alder, joined with mortise and tenon, finished with hand-rubbed oils. DeMejico has built authentic Mexican wood furniture in Valencia, CA for over 33 years.

What separates real Mexican furniture from mass-produced imitations comes down to wood species, joinery, and 500 years of craft tradition. A guide to Colonial and rustic styles, from mesquite to reclaimed pine.

Spanish furniture ranges from mass-produced imitations to hand-carved solid mesquite pieces joined with centuries-old techniques. This guide explains how authentic Spanish Colonial, Spanish Revival, and rustic Spanish furniture is actually made, and how to tell the difference.

Antique bar furniture built from solid mesquite, reclaimed pine, and hand-forged iron looks the way it does because of how it was built. Learn what separates a real piece from a reproduction.

Rustic Mexican furniture made from solid old-growth pine and built with mortise and tenon joinery is not the same as furniture that looks rustic. Here is how to tell the difference.

Solid mesquite dining tables built with mortise and tenon joinery, hand-forged iron hardware, and age-old construction techniques. A guide to Colonial and rustic styles from DeMejico in Valencia, CA.

A practical guide to choosing a wrought iron chandelier. Learn what separates hand-forged iron from cast factory hardware, and why it matters for how a chandelier ages and holds up over time.

Learn how to choose a hand-forged iron chandelier for a Spanish Colonial or hacienda-style home. What separates forged from cast iron, how patina develops, how to size for your room, and where to install.

Learn what separates authentic Spanish style furniture from mass-produced imitations. Discover hand-carving, mortise and tenon joinery, wrought iron hardware, and how to source real pieces.

The Charm of Rustic Entry Doors Rustic Entry Door Design Philosophy At DeMejico, we specialize in crafting bespoke Rustic Entry Door inspired by Spanish, Old World, and various other Rustic Styles. Each...

Are you drawn to the vibrant colors and rich cultural heritage of Mexico? Are you in search of unique pieces that infuse warmth and character into your living space? Look no further than traditional...