Thos. Moser

Thos. Moser

Handmade American furniture emphasizing sustainability

Overview

Thos. Moser makes handmade American furniture from sustainably sourced solid wood, offering both classic and contemporary pieces. The furniture is built through skilled craftsmanship to be durable and timeless, and is sold directly to customers via their website and showrooms, often paired with seasonal promotions. Unlike many retailers that rely on mass production, Thos. Moser emphasizes heritage and longevity, aiming to create pieces that last for generations and become part of a family’s memories.

About Thos. Moser

Simplify's Rating
Why Thos. Moser is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & Manufacturing

Design

Consumer Goods

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Auburn, Maine

Founded

1972

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What believers are saying

  • June 2026 Freeport gallery programming keeps the showroom culturally relevant.
  • The company operates four retail locations, broadening reach beyond Maine.
  • Institutional contracts still account for 25% of sales, anchored by elite clients.

What critics are saying

  • Chenmark owns Thos. Moser now, ending 53 years of family control.
  • Philip Hussey targets more showrooms and digital sales, risking brand dilution.
  • If contract demand weakens, the $20 million business loses its institutional ballast.

What makes Thos. Moser unique

  • Thos. Moser still sells handmade American wood furniture, with 60+ craftspeople.
  • The company serves Harvard, Yale, and New York Public Library contract buyers.
  • Its Freeport showroom doubles as an art gallery, reinforcing premium craftsmanship.

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Company News

Mainebiz
Jun 15th, 2026
Furniture maker Thos. Moser to move showroom to Portland's Old Port.

Furniture maker Thos. Moser to move showroom to Portland's Old Port. June 15, 2026 Thos. Moser plans to open a showroom later this year at 146 Middle St., leasing the 2,787-square-foot space from property owner Peggy Greenhut Golden. Get instant access to this article. * Critical Maine business news updated daily. * Immediate access to all subscriber-only content on our website. * Bi-weekly print or digital editions of our award-winning publication. * Special bonus issues like the Mainebiz Book of Lists. * Exclusive ticket prize draws for our in-person events.

PR Newswire
Mar 12th, 2025
Thomas Moser, Iconic Furniture Designer And Maker, Dies At Age 90

50-year legacy builds foundation for sustained successAUBURN, Maine, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Thomas F. Moser, woodworker, author and entrepreneur, died March 5, 2025 at his home on the coast of Maine. Tom, and his wife Mary, founded Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers in 1972 with a mission of making quality furniture that would "endure, add beauty, grace and value to the lives of those who use it." Through his skill and deep commitment to customers and employees, the business grew. Today, the company employs more than 60 craftspeople and has built chairs for American presidents and cherished furniture family heirlooms for thousands of dedicated customers across the globe. Educator, Craftsman, Collaborator

Furniture Today
Jan 16th, 2025
After 53 years of family ownership, Thos. Moser furniture is sold to holding company - Furniture Today

Longtime handmade American furniture manufacturer Thos. Moser has been acquired by Chenmark, a holding company based in Maine.

Mainebiz
Jan 16th, 2025
Furniture maker Thos. Moser acquired by Portland firm

Philip Hussey, a Chenmark vice president, has been named CEO of Thos.

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