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Whiskey Barrel Coasters

“The NEW whiskey barrel coasters are now available from The Hungarian Workshop.”

Whiskey Barrel Coasters by the Hungarian WorkshopThese coasters are made from old & used Whiskey Barrels. The outer part side will occasionally feature the distillery’s name, dates, type of whiskey or any additional markings left behind from the cooper. The inner part side is the charred black look that all Whiskey barrels have to go through before getting filled.
The coasters have an exterioir aluminum edging which is made from scrap material found in a metal yards.  An excellent gift for any Whiskey enthusiast.

Whiskey Barrel Coasters by The Hungarian WorkshopThe idea came once again from having too much left over lids that I just didn’t know what to do with. You can imagine how many tops and bottoms we end up when we get a new truck load. (haha) Also I have been working on house ware design that I can drive the prices down a bit in hoping to keep using all our scraps and not let anything to go to waste. Now if I could just find that ideal product to make from the hoops that keep the Whiskey Barrels together. If you think we have an overstock of lids then just remember this, each barrel comes with 6 rings.

The good news is that with a good set of helping hands I am finally able to step away from the production line and focus on new product and development.

Whiskey Barrel Coasters by The Hungarian Workshop

Ready to be purchased in the Recycle Bin section of the online store. If you are looking for a custom amount of Whiskey Barrel Coasters please let us know we be happy to accommodate your needs.

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Thanks again,

-Balazs Moldovan

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Chairs at Stone Brewing

“The Chairs at Stone Brewing are made by the Hungarian Workshop. They use the brewery’s used Wine and Whiskey barrels to create chairs, tables and barstools. “

Chairs at Stone Brewing - Petco Park | Hungarian Workshop

The Wine and Whiskey Barrel Chairs that you sat at all stone location have been made by the Hungarian Workshop. We have been working with Stone Brewing Company for the past few years now. Using their very own barrel that they aged specialty beers in, by turning them into great furniture. Working with them is an amazing experience and the opportunity to show of our furniture to people has heaped my business grow faster than I imagined.

Chairs at Stone Brewing - Liberty Station | Hungarian WorkshopIts funny to think that we have made over 280 Wine & Whiskey Barrel Adirondack chairs and Stone Brewing Co. owns chair #2. (I own number one, because you shouldn’t sell the very first piece you ever made.)  Just last year we have furnished locations in Oceanside, South Park, Downtown, Stone Farm and Liberty Station.

Chairs at Stone Brewing - My First Chair | Hungarian WorkshopThe whole barrel furniture business actually started out because of Stone Brewing Co. I was contacted through Etsy by one of the managers inquiring about my Redwood Adirondack chairs. After I made them a about a dozen, they gave me a drum full of Whiskey Barrel stave and asked me if I ever though about using this material. I was very excited to take up the challenge and with in a few weeks I made my very first chair. ( I was very lucky to be featured in an article in the San Diego Tribune right when I was making my very first chair!) Soon after I showed Stone the prototype, the orders started pouring in.

If you are interested in any of our furniture line, please visit our ONLINE STORE and feel free to browse around. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!

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-Balazs Moldovan

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Reclaimed Barrel Furniture

“Reclaimed Barrel Furniture are now on sale. Sign up for our news letter to receive your special coupon codes to save big.”

Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair/ Reclaimed Barrel Furniture by the Hungarian WorkshopWelcome to the hungarian Workshop! We have been manufacturing Reclaimed Barrel Furniture for the past few years and the company has been growing bigger and bigger ever since. A few of our biggest clients include Whole Foods Market, Cleveland Art and Stone Brewing Company. Our line of furniture include chairs, tables, bar stool and few other unique items. Our top seller is the Wine & Whiskey Barrel Adirondack Chairs which we have made well over 280 of. Since we’re located in sunny San Diego our company big boost in acquiring barrels because of vast variety of vineyards and breweries. So feel free to browse our online store and if you have any question please don’t hesitate contact us. (hungarianworkshop@gmail.com)

Here are a few of our most popular items:

Whiskey Adirondack Barrel Chair The Whiskey Barrel Adirondack chiar is loved by everyone. These chairs make wonderful gifts and will look great in any house hold. Each one is handmade with quality craftsmanship and with attention to detail. All the barrel staves are curved just the right amount which provides excellent support through out your entire body.

The Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair  (picture in top left corner) is designed simply for relaxing. Whether you’re reading a book, playing on your mobile device or just enjoying your favorite whiskey, this is one lounge chair you won’t want get out of.

Wine Barrel Bar Table by the Hungarian WorkshopOur Wine Barrel Bar Tables are designed with style, elegance and charm in mind. This unique hour glass shape gives this pieces a very sleek and attractive appearance that everyone will sure to admire.

We have plenty more varieties of Reclaimed Barrel Furniture made from both Wine and Whiskey in our online store section of our website. Please go ahead and browse around and if you need any additional information about any of our pieces let us know.

While you are here, also take a look at our Recycling Bin section to see what new rare items we have featured in there.

Thank you for stopping by and have a great day.

-Balazs Moldovan

 

 

 

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NEW Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair

“The NEW Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair is here!”

The NEW Whiskey Barrel Lounge ChairThis is true and now you can be the first one to own the NEW Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair. If you already an owner of a Hungarian Workshop product you definitely don’t want to miss out on our latest creation.

Made completely out of old Whiskey Barrels, (as usual) this lounge chair is designed simply for relaxing. Ideal for any room in the house and can be a beautiful piece in the office to impress clients and co-workers. Each chair is handcrafted with care and finished with high quality Brazilian Rosewood Oil to bring out the wood’s natural patinas while protecting it. Whether you’re reading a book, playing on your mobile device or just enjoying your favorite whiskey, this is one lounge chair you won’t want get out of.

Whiskey Barrel Lounge Chair | Hungarian WorkshopThis chairs designed actually plays a pretty important roll for my company, the Hungarian Workshop. When we construct our Whiskey Barrel Furniture we usually are left with a whole bunch of the smaller 1.5″ wide staves that we couldn’t use. By using mostly our thin left overs, I improved material usage and profit margins. YAY!

I Once I started playing around getting the seating in correct shape I was aiming for, the rest then just started falling into right place. By using one or two design elements from our other pieces I was able to create a sturdy foundation that can with stand very heavy loads. Surprisingly I didn’t even try to draw anything down or start at any standard measurements. Most often when I try to do that, the whole plan goes up in smoke and I end up free handing everything. Sometime this method works great however the finished product can be so different you may find a completely new piece starring back at you.

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Whiskey barrel bar set

“The Whiskey barrel bar set will be on sale this month! Contact us for coupon codes to save big”

Whiskey barrel bar set by The Hungarian Workshop

The Whiskey Barrel Bar set has been around for a while now, but this is the first month when we are have a huge sale on all Whiskey Barrel Furniture. Each items is available separately or we can offer a group discount for purchasing multiple items.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools

An important design element in these bar stools are stability and strength. Using the barrel’s old ring as a footrest ads personality while creating a strong foundation for the base. The seat has a curvature on both axis which is a great quality for comfort. A very pleasant attribute is that the bar stool features a 180 Degree Memory Swivel that will allow you to rotate with ease and self re-position when not in use.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Table

Our Whiskey Barrel Bar Tables are designed with style, elegance and charm in mind. This unique hour glass shape gives this pieces a very sleek and attractive appearance that everyone will sure to admire. The Whiskey Barrel’s rings add sturdiness to the table’s foundation while working as a pleasant foot rest. The table top is created from used Whiskey Barrel lids that have been charred black by the distilleries. With stainless steel hardware added for maximum durability and strength, this bar tables will be enjoyed by all for many years to come.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair by The Hungarian WorkshopWhiskey Barrel Bar Chair

This Bar Chair is made completely out of Whiskey Barrels and it is available with a 360 degrees or a 180 degrees memory swivel. The metal ring works as a foot rest while adding strength to the chairs lower frame. Because stainless steel hardware is used throughout the chair, it can be placed indoor and outdoor. The Brazilian Rosewood Oil finish keeps the wood from drying and will repel moisture while keeping the barrels natural patina. Designed with comfort in mind the arm and back rest will keep you supported and relaxed for extended periods of time. Great for any type of bars, patio and decks.

Any of these items can be used to be in your own custom Whiskey Barrel Bar set. If you would like more information please feel free to contact us at anytime.

 

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Repurposed Furniture San Diego

“Looking for some great repurposed Furniture in sunny San Diego? Well then, you just came to the right place.”

Repurposed Furniture San Diego - Wine Barrel Chair and Side TableRepurposed Furniture San Diego:

Repurposed, up-cycled, recycled and re-used is what a lot of people are looking for these days when it comes to furniture. And not just the interior designer who is looking to give that certain living space a rustic kick. There are many individual who are looking to go green by doing more than just throwing away their plastic bottles and cans in that big blue bin. Owning repurposed furniture is great way to keep more trees from being cut down and reducing on our waste. But don’t forget, anything can be reused. Whether it’s wood, metal or any sort of plastic if you think you can give it a new life, it’s worth a shot.

Repurposed Furniture San Diego - 100 Whiskey Barrels | Hungarian Workshop

Wine & Whiskey Barrel Furniture

The Hungarian Workshop’s main focus is on up-cycled Wine and Whiskey Barrel Furniture. The company started out in 2010 making standard outdoor patio furniture and in 2012 transitioned into repurposing old barrels. Barrels are made from either French, Hungarian or American White Oak. The wood is a solid, sturdy and durable material which is great for furniture and it’s a shame to see them thrown away. Certain wineries and distilleries go through hundreds of barrels a year and I am just glad to know my company is helping out. So far we have turned well over 400 barrels into furniture and we are not showing any signs of slowing down just yet.

Whiskey Barrel Chair - Repurposed Furniture San Diego | Hungarian WorkshopPlease visit our Online Shop to see our wide variety of Wine & Whiskey Barrel furniture. Along with our “Recycling Bin” section where we feature a few fun items also available for sale.

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As always, thank you for stopping by and have great day.

-Balazs Moldovan

 

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Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools

 

“Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools are one of the top selling items by the Hungarian Workshop!”

Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools | Hungarian Workshop

Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools with Memory Swivel

An important design element in these bar stools are stability and strength. Using the barrel’s old ring as a footrest ads personality while creating a strong foundation for the base. The seat has a curvature on both axis which is a great quality for comfort. A very pleasant attribute is that the bar stool features a 180 Degree Memory Swivel that will allow you to rotate with ease and self re-position when not in use.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools by The Hungarian WorkshopThe Barrels

These Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools are made out of old and used whiskey barrels that were no longer able to hold and alcohol. Once a distillery has used them for many many years they usually will sell them of to breweries. Most brewers will age their specialty stouts or dark beers in old barrel to give the beers that great hint of whiskey flavors, long with a nice tone of oak-inness. Then after the barrel has been used once it gets a whole new life as furniture. The Whiskey Barrels are made from American White Oak which is an excellent wood for indoor and outdoor furniture. With the right amount of sanding you can keep each stave smooth and leaving just the right amount of charring and patina behind to show of its beautiful characteristics and history.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Stools by The Hungarian WorkshopWe receive barrels from lots of companies: Makers Mark, Jim Beam etc. and many local breweries as well. One of our main partner is Stone Brewing Company who we have been supplying with Whiskey Barrel Furniture for the past 2 years now. With more and more of their locations opening up, our furniture is almost at every spot! Go check them out if get a chance.

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As always, thank you for stopping by and have great day.

-Balazs Moldovan

 

 

 

 

 

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Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair

“The new whiskey barrel bar chairs are here!”

Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair | Hungarian Workshop

The Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair

These Whiskey Barrel Bar Chairs are made completely out of old and used Whiskey Barrels and are available with a 360 degrees or a 180 degrees memory swivel. The metal ring works as a foot rest while adding strength to the chairs lower frame. Because stainless steel hardware is used throughout the chair, it can be placed indoor and outdoor. The Brazilian Rosewood Oil finish keeps the wood from drying and will repel moisture while keeping the barrels natural patina. Designed with comfort in mind the arm and back rest will keep you supported and relaxed for extended periods of time. Great for any type of bars, patio and decks.

 The Story

Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair | Hungarian WorkshopThe design on the Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair started well over a year ago. I would here from lots of my customers asking me if I will ever make a bar stool of some sort. As soon as I had a few days where I didn’t have any orders to fill, work and designing began. It took over 3-4 prototypes and couple weeks to get this one just right. The swivel I thought was a must because a large percent of all bar stools have that feature which everyone loves. Plus I have not yet seen a barrel bar chair nor barrel bar stool with one. These chairs are a great seller and everyone who owns them loves them.

The Whiskey Barrels

Each Whiskey Barrel is different, no two barrels are exactly the same. The quarter sawn white oak shows off the woods beautiful grain pattern and characteristics. After a light sanding the surface stays smooth and clean. Leaving behind the barrels old markings and history.

Whiskey Barrel Bar Chair | Hungarian Workshop

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As always, thank you for stopping by and have great day.

-Balazs Moldovan

 

 

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New Stone Brewing Company Locations in Petco Park

“Two new stone brewing company locations by one great stadium!”

New stone brewing company locations right on the roof top by the palm trees! Last week I received an email from one of the project mangers telling me there is yet another new Stone Brewing Company location. I figured it would be just a regular tasting room somewhere ordinary. When I found out it was going to be at Petco Park I was very excited and a bit surprised. Normally I would have heard of a new project going up since the Hungarian Workshop supplies pretty much all their location with at least a few Whiskey Barrel Furniture. Usually orders would take us a few weeks but this time all we had was 4 days.

With opening night just around the corner we put everything on hold and rushed to pick up Stone’s old and used barrels. Luckily San Diego had great weather that week and it was warm and sunny letting the barrels dry out just enough to get started.  After a few hectic days we finished all four chairs 100% by saturday night.New stone brewing company locations in Petco Park | Hungarian Workshop

One of the new stone brewing company locations in Petco Park is on the sixth floor right behind home plate. It is on the rooftop above Hodad’s with a beautiful view of the Coronado bridge and the convention center. Pretty much one of the best locations in the stadium in my book. The other spot is their new tap room down by the lawn area just outside the gates. I was already told they want six more chairs and there will be an order placed for the tap room in the near future!

Whiskey Barrel Chairs at Petco ParkWith Stone Brewing Company and Whole Foods under our belts I definitely see a huge boom in business this year. Not to mention we are currently working on a deal with WineEnthusiast.com.

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As always, thank you for stopping by and have great day.

-Balazs Moldovan

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Whiskey Barrel Bottle Opener

“Every Whiskey Barrel Bottle Opener is made from cut off scraps from our line of Whiskey Barrel Furniture.”

Whiskey Barrel Bottle Opener by The Hungarian WorkshopThe Product 

Handmade from left over Whiskey Barrel scraps, these are solid oak and steel bottle openers. The oak is taken from the barrel stave ends, and the steel is from the hoop that holds the barrels together. With a leather band on the end for easy hanging storage.

Each Whiskey Barrel Bottle Opener is sanded just the right amount to be smooth without removing any of its natural aged patina. The finish is a mixture of mineral oils and bees wax to keep them protected while bringing out the woods true colors.Whiskey Barrel Bottle Opener - Hungarian Workshop

The Story

We have been throwing away so much cut off pieces that I started to feel kind of bad. Even the small sections have to be good for something I thought. Most often we have guys who collect them for BBQ-ing and smoking meat, but the piles still just kept growing. There were even a few people who made their own little projects from our scraps, which pretty much gave me the idea to try to cash in our left over. With all our products being furniture, I figured something small that can be a great present for anyone.

Available now in our ONLINE STORE in the Recycling Bin!

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