Questions for Home Devotions
Q: What sizes do you offer for Catholic home altars?
A: Our most popular sizes are 12x16" and 12x20". We also create custom sizes to fit your specific space. Contact us with your dimensions and we'll provide a quote.
Q: What wood do you use?
A: We use premium clear white pine, fine-sanded by hand and finished with time-honored woodworking techniques. All pieces include a sealed, protective finish suitable for home use (unless DIY option is selected).
Q: Do your altars come with mounting hardware?
A: Yes. Each altar includes all necessary hardware for hanging. Designs are also free-standing and include stable bases.
Ordering & Timeline Questions
Q: How long does it take to make my altar?
A: Standard sizes typically take 1-2 weeks. Custom pieces may take 3-4 weeks depending on complexity. For custom orders, we'll provide an exact timeline.
Q: Do you offer rush orders?
A: Yes, for an additional fee we can prioritize orders for special occasions. Contact us to discuss timing.
Shipping & Care Questions
Q: How do you ship these pieces?
A: Each altar is carefully wrapped and packaged in custom protective materials. We provide tracking numbers via UPS and USPS.
Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Currently we ship throughout the US (all 50 states) and Canada. Contact us for other international shipping requests as rates often change.
Pricing & Payment Questions
Q: Why are your altars priced higher than mass-produced options?
A: Each piece is individually handcrafted using traditional Italian woodworking techniques and premium materials. You're investing in heirloom-quality religious art.
Design & Consultation Questions
Q: I'm not sure what size I need. Can you help?
A: Absolutely! Add a consultation fee to your order to discuss your space, prayer practices, and design preferences. Contact us and we'll recommend the perfect size and style.
Custom Corner Shrines & Parish and Chapel Commissions
Do you make custom corner shrines?
Yes. Custom corner shrines are a core part of our workshop's work. We create handcrafted Catholic shrines for corner prayer spaces, with custom sizing discussed around your space and the sacred image, statue, or devotional object you wish to display.
To begin, contact us about a custom corner shrine. Include photos of the corner, available wall dimensions, and the dimensions of the items you want to display. We will discuss the design, fit, quote, and production timeline before you place a custom order.
Do you accept parish and chapel commissions?
Yes. Our workshop welcomes parish and chapel commissions for handcrafted devotional furnishings, including custom shrines and reliquary display niches. We work with you to discuss the intended devotional or liturgical setting, available space, and design requirements.
Contact us to discuss a parish or chapel commission. Share your parish or chapel name, the type of furnishing you need, dimensions or photographs of the space, your budget range, and any preferred completion date. Pricing and production timing are discussed for each commission; please confirm the project timeline before ordering.
