Clean-Cut Components

Mid-Century Modern Flair

By Grace Tatigian

For over 40 years, we’ve been providing components for woodworkers from the DIY group to the industrial manufacturers,” says Leon Osborne, CEO of Osborne Wood Products. “Our customers are confident in our components because they remain structurally strong, accommodate industry trends, and are readily available.”

Leg mounting cleats

Wheeler legs

Osborne’s extensive line of products includes table legs, corbels, cabinetry, mouldings, inlays, hardware, and more. Earlier this year, the company added the Mid-Century Modern line to their collection, featuring over 40 products ranging from table legs to floating shelf hardware.

“This facet of furniture design captures the feel of the ’60s along with the straight lines of contemporary style,” says Leon Osborne, CEO of Osborne Wood Products, about the newly released collection. “You can easily achieve that look with our new selection.”

The biggest highlight of the line is the Wheeler legs and furniture feet. The Wheeler is a highly functional and versatile design because of its slim dimensions and round profile. The simple tapering effect allows this piece to stand out without the need for ornamentation, a nice touch for any component. Available from 6” to 29” lengths, these pieces can accommodate anything from a sofa to a dining room table. These unfinished legs are available in nine wood types: cherry, hickory, maple, mahogany, and walnut.

“We understand that current furniture trends appreciate the dynamics that characterize

Mid-Century Modern design and have expanded our inventory to promote this style,” says Osborne about the line.

Osborne offers multiple ways for designers and builders to achieve the mid-century modern look effortlessly. It’s simple to attach table legs straight to the floor or at a 12-degree angle with the Leg Mounting Plates, which eliminates the need for a table skirt. These sets feature four mounting plates, threaded inserts, bolts, and plenty of wood screws to build a contemporary table quickly.

Another option for attaching table legs is the Leg Mounting Cleats. These cleats are available in straight and angled versions with sizes ranging from 12” to 36” in length. Made out of hard maple and cherry, the stylish build of the cleats makes them an asset to the overall table design.