About Klise

Klise: Luxurious Wood Products for Over 95 Years

In 1910, John Klise combined several small carving shops in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to create the largest manufacturer of carved wood mouldings in the U.S. The business, Klise Manufacturing Company, began by providing wood components for furniture and quickly expanded into other product lines including pianos, architectural goods, ocean liners, and caskets. Over 95 years later, Klise continues to offer unique, exotic, and luxurious wood detail for many applications.

Trend-Setting Technique and Artisanship

A leader in the wood industry, Klise frequently pioneers trends for hand-carved products.  The company also developed ColumnTrack™, a unique, patented modular column system.  The Klise factory features machines that join time-honored wood carving techniques and advanced technology – a combination that supports custom designs for limited edition pieces, as well as efficient large production runs.

Drawing from its vast collection of patterns, Klise is able to reproduce designs in many types of wood, resulting in distinctive products that reflect the company’s legacy of woodworking artisanship.  Klise also creates custom patterns for customers who require a specialized design.

Earth-Friendly Production

Klise’s processes are earth-friendly, designed to help minimize energy consumption and waste. Approximately 80% of the lumber for Klise projects is from sustainably managed forests.  Klise is also a participating member of the Michigan Retired Engineer Technical Assistance Program (RETAP).

A History of Prestigious Projects

Among the high-profile projects Klise has contributed to over the years are

 

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