Common questions
Most Great Oak commissions fall between $8,000 and $25,000 depending on the piece, materials, and complexity. Reach out to discuss your project and receive a clear estimate before any work begins.
Typical build time is around two months from the start date. Projects are scheduled on a first come, first served basis — reach out early if you have a timeline in mind.
Great Oak works primarily with Black Walnut, White Oak, Hard Maple, Poplar, and reclaimed hardwoods sourced locally where possible. The wood is selected for each specific piece based on the design, finish direction, and how the piece will be used.
Yes. Great Oak uses natural, low-VOC finishes wherever possible — oils and waxes that protect the wood without sealing it behind a plastic-like coating. These finishes are safer for your home and family, allow the wood to breathe naturally, and are easy to maintain and repair over time. The goal is a finish that ages honestly alongside the piece.
Yes — and frequently. If you're a designer or architect working with existing drawings or plans, Great Oak can move directly to an estimate. A design retainer is required for projects without existing drawings, which is applied toward the project total.
Great Oak is a one-person studio near Nashville, Tennessee. Delivery is available throughout the Nashville area and Middle Tennessee. For select projects, Great Oak delivers anywhere in the contiguous United States — reach out to discuss options for your specific piece.
Every project begins with a conversation. Fill out the contact form at GreatOak.studio with a description of what you have in mind. A rough idea is enough to start.