Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Bespoke Furniture Solutions
Priest Brothers is a family-run business that has been crafting quality furniture since 1950. Founded by Ronald Priest, we are now proudly managed by his son Ron and grandson Brad. Our dedicated team includes Jodie, who creates CAD drawings and manages customer enquiries; Stacie, who oversees marketing and sales orders; and Sharon, who handles accounts and invoicing. Originally established in Stratford, London, we specialized in traditional English reproduction furniture before relocating to Chelmsford in 2006. Our on-site workshop produces high-quality bespoke furniture, complemented by a spacious showroom showcasing diverse products.With over 50 years of industry experience, we promise a stress-free and enjoyable furniture purchasing journey. Our commitment to craftsmanship and customer satisfaction ensures every piece is tailored to individual specifications. We use locally sourced, sustainable materials in line with FSC regulations, reflecting our dedication to quality and environmental responsibility. Our services include free design consultations, unique color-matching, and a complimentary setup service in clients' homes. Discover the Priest Brothers difference, where tradition meets innovation in bespoke design.
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Custom Wardrobes
Home Offices
Kitchen Installations
Understairs Storage
Dining Tables
Study Desks
TV Cabinets
Bedroom Furniture
Living Room Furniture
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in bespoke furniture design.
- Our team provides free design consultations and CAD visualizations.
- We use locally sourced, FSC-certified sustainable materials.
- We offer a unique color-matching service for seamless integration.
- Our complimentary setup service ensures perfect installation in your home.
What people say
Exceptional quality
Tailored solutions
Stress-free process
Expert installation
Beautifully crafted
Services
Bespoke Furniture
Priest Brothers creates bespoke oak furniture tailored to individual specifications. Our process includes free design consultations, CAD visualizations, and color-matching to ensure seamless integration with existing interiors. Each piece is handcrafted in our Chelmsford workshop using sustainably sourced materials, guaranteeing durability and timeless elegance. Ideal for clients seeking unique solutions for bedrooms, living rooms, and kitchens.
Home Offices
We design and install custom home offices that combine functionality with aesthetic appeal. Our solutions maximize space efficiency while reflecting personal style, using high-quality oak and expert craftsmanship. Clients benefit from free consultations and CAD drawings to visualize layouts before production. Perfect for creating productive, tailored work environments in residential settings.
Understairs Storage
Our innovative understairs storage solutions transform unused spaces into practical storage areas. Custom-designed to fit unique architectural features, these units are crafted from solid oak for durability. The process includes precise measurements, design visualization, and professional installation, ensuring optimal use of space while maintaining aesthetic harmony with existing interiors.
Kitchen Installations
Priest Brothers offers bespoke kitchen installations tailored to modern lifestyles. From initial design consultations to final fitting, we create functional, stylish kitchens using sustainable materials. Our service includes CAD drawings, color-matching, and expert installation, ensuring seamless integration with clients' homes and long-term satisfaction.
Dining Tables
Handcrafted dining tables are a specialty, combining traditional techniques with contemporary design. Available in various sizes and finishes, our tables are built to withstand daily use while enhancing dining spaces. Clients receive personalized design support and free setup, ensuring each piece complements their home's unique character.
People
Ronald Priest
Founder
Ronald Priest established the company in 1950, specializing in traditional English reproduction furniture. His legacy of craftsmanship and dedication to quality remains central to Priest Brothers's ethos.
Ron Priest
Manager
Ron Priest, son of the founder, continues the family tradition by overseeing operations. With decades of experience, he ensures the business maintains its commitment to bespoke craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.
Brad Priest
Manager
Brad Priest, the third-generation leader, brings modern expertise to the family business. He focuses on innovation while preserving the artisanal values that define Priest Brothers's approach to bespoke design.
Jodie
CAD Designer
Jodie manages customer enquiries and creates detailed CAD drawings, translating client visions into precise designs. Her technical skills ensure accurate visualizations before production begins.
Stacie
Marketing & Sales
Stacie oversees marketing and sales orders, ensuring clients receive personalized service. Her role is pivotal in connecting Priest Brothers's craftsmanship with discerning customers.
Questions
What types of furniture does Priest Furniture specialize in?
We specialize in bespoke oak furniture for bedrooms, living rooms, kitchens, home offices, and unique spaces like understairs storage.
Do you offer design consultations?
Yes, we provide free design consultations, including CAD visualizations and color-matching to ensure your furniture complements your home.
Are your materials sustainably sourced?
Yes, we use locally sourced oak from suppliers adhering to FSC regulations, ensuring environmental responsibility.
How long does the bespoke process take?
The process typically takes 8–12 weeks, from initial consultation to final installation, depending on the project's complexity.
Do you deliver outside Essex?
While based in Chelmsford, we serve clients across the UK, with delivery and installation arranged at your convenience.
Can I visit your showroom?
Yes, our showroom in Chelmsford showcases a range of oak and painted furniture, open Monday–Saturday with expert staff on hand.
Reviews (4)
Craig Rees
May 24, 2021
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Best bespoke furniture supplier ever - no joke! They drove from Chelmsford to Wiltshire to measure up and provide CAD's with a consultation. Fantastic communication throughout and as much attention to detail as what you would expect from a bespoke commission. Oak internals, outer frame, paint quality and handles are all of higher quality than what was expected. Personable nature and diligence listening to what the customer wants, oppose to appeasement shone through with special mentions to Brad and Jodie. Stepped through every option together remotely and supported change when presented with alternate
Lisa Osborne
May 18, 2021
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We have used Priest Brothers for 3 rooms in our house now and have booked them to do a 4th! The furniture they have made for us has always been top quality and the whole service from start to finish is seamless. A lovely, friendly team of people to deal with and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Luke Hamm
Jan 29, 2021
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Brilliant every time. Brad and the team are professional, friendly and take real pride in their craft. Couldn't recommend highly enough
Bill Chilvers
Dec 03, 2020
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We bought a bespoke dining room table with two leafs and chairs from Priest Brothers about a decade ago. What great quality products and service. We have just returned and bought two bespoke ROM sofas . One leather and one material in contrasting colours and electric recliners. We also got a number of units sprayed and a large mirror. As usual Priest Brothers never fail to impress with their excellent products and absolutely fantastic customer service . It is a family business with all involved. Nothing ever too difficult for Ron and his team. My wife and I 100% recommend Priest Brothers for
