Chris Martin

Chris Martin

Chris is the owner of Hearthside Furniture in Lititz, Pennsylvania, where he focuses on high-quality, handcrafted wood furniture built for long-term use. His connection to woodworking began early, growing up in his father's woodshop and learning the fundamentals of craftsmanship, materials, and construction—an influence that continues to shape his approach today. With nearly 20 years of retail experience, he combines practical shop knowledge with a customer-focused mindset, helping people choose furniture that is both functional and enduring, with a commitment to simplicity, integrity, and pieces built to last for decades—not just years.

Articles by Chris Martin

Tired of the same old look? Economical ways to change up your home décor - Featured Image

Tired of the same old look? Economical ways to ...

Sometimes all it takes to breathe new life into a room is to simply relocate your furniture. Take your largest piece of furniture and decide where else it could be...

Tired of the same old look? Economical ways to ...

Sometimes all it takes to breathe new life into a room is to simply relocate your furniture. Take your largest piece of furniture and decide where else it could be...

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Decorating Tip:  Minimal Holiday Decorations - Featured Image

Decorating Tip: Minimal Holiday Decorations

Don’t want to go all out on Christmas decorations this year? Try implementing just one or two holiday elements. A bit of evergreen, a simple cozy rug and candles can...

Decorating Tip: Minimal Holiday Decorations

Don’t want to go all out on Christmas decorations this year? Try implementing just one or two holiday elements. A bit of evergreen, a simple cozy rug and candles can...

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Gift Ideas for the Last-Minute Shopper - Featured Image

Gift Ideas for the Last-Minute Shopper

If you're like millions of Americans who consider themselves procrastinators, you may still be wandering the shopping malls or perusing last-minute deals online to finish up your holiday shopping.

Gift Ideas for the Last-Minute Shopper

If you're like millions of Americans who consider themselves procrastinators, you may still be wandering the shopping malls or perusing last-minute deals online to finish up your holiday shopping.

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Home Décor – what’s trending for 2023? - Featured Image

Home Décor – what’s trending for 2023?

The ever-revolving cycle of interior design trends never stops. Here are five trends of what we project is on the horizon for 2023!

Home Décor – what’s trending for 2023?

The ever-revolving cycle of interior design trends never stops. Here are five trends of what we project is on the horizon for 2023!

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Decorating Tip:  Make your room cozier with soft accessories. - Featured Image

Decorating Tip: Make your room cozier with sof...

To increase the warmth and comfort of your room, layer pillows, add some soft rugs, and implement soft upholstered furniture.

Decorating Tip: Make your room cozier with sof...

To increase the warmth and comfort of your room, layer pillows, add some soft rugs, and implement soft upholstered furniture.

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How To Make Your Dining Room A Focal Point This Thanksgiving - Featured Image

How To Make Your Dining Room A Focal Point This...

We all know that the real stars of the Thanksgiving holiday are the foods — from the mouth-watering smells drifting into the living room, to the beautifully carved turkey and...

How To Make Your Dining Room A Focal Point This...

We all know that the real stars of the Thanksgiving holiday are the foods — from the mouth-watering smells drifting into the living room, to the beautifully carved turkey and...

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Improve Your Sleep with a New Mattress - Featured Image

Improve Your Sleep with a New Mattress

With daylight savings ending and nights getting longer, we tend to spend more time cuddled up beneath the warm covers of our bed — a perfect time to think about...

Improve Your Sleep with a New Mattress

With daylight savings ending and nights getting longer, we tend to spend more time cuddled up beneath the warm covers of our bed — a perfect time to think about...

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Decorating Tip: Create A Focal Point With An Accent Wall - Featured Image

Decorating Tip: Create A Focal Point With An Ac...

Accent walls can be a great way to bring some color and a distinct focal point to the room. When choosing paint colors for your room, choose a light/neutral color...

Decorating Tip: Create A Focal Point With An Ac...

Accent walls can be a great way to bring some color and a distinct focal point to the room. When choosing paint colors for your room, choose a light/neutral color...

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Five Tips For Identifying Quality Furniture - Featured Image

Five Tips For Identifying Quality Furniture

Too often in today’s furniture world; hidden behind a façade of stylish designs, trendy colors, and vibrant fabrics; are inferior materials and poor construction techniques. While the price tag may...

Five Tips For Identifying Quality Furniture

Too often in today’s furniture world; hidden behind a façade of stylish designs, trendy colors, and vibrant fabrics; are inferior materials and poor construction techniques. While the price tag may...

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