Chuck's Woodbarn is owned and operated by Charlie and Sherry Zeller. Specializing in the lost art of steam bending wood to create beautiful hand crafted trunks and wood chests. Sometimes also called dome topped chests or steamer trunks, a true family heirloom. A unique work of art, no two alike. Emphasis is put on fine craftsmanship and quality construction. We personally design and construct everything from the beginning jigs to finalizing with finishing the interiors. Charlie designs the piece then builds the specific jigs necessary for each project. Some items have as many as seven different jigs. Each jig has a specific compound curve that must be engineered perfectly. Hand selected premium pieces of wood are cut to size and then placed in a steam cabinet. Steaming the wood