Peter Sloan is an experienced carpenter from Co. Antrim, in the North of Ireland.
Born and raised just south of Belfast, Peter embarked on his woodworking journey in 1992 as an apprentice carpenter.
Over the years, he’s honed his skills, working both as a contractor and employer, consistently diversifying and exploring the many facets of woodwork.

For the past decade, Peter has specialised as a heritage carpenter, lending his expertise to the repair and conservation of windows and doors in some of the country’s most architecturally significant state monuments and castles. He is currently the resident heritage carpenter and craft demonstrator at the Ulster Folk Museum in Belfast where visitors to the museum can see him demonstrating the work of a traditional carpenter from the early 1900’s

This experience has instilled in him a deep appreciation for traditional techniques and the enduring beauty of wood.

Now, Peter is turning his focus to a more creative and artistic expression of his craft. He’s passionate about designing and creating bespoke furniture pieces and letter carvings, using his hands and years of accumulated knowledge to bring unique visions to life.

Whenever possible, Peter utilises sustainably sourced native timber from old dwellings and buildings near his home.
These old timbers hold the memory and stories of the generations who lived under the thatch and in using this material to make furniture Peter allows that legacy of the past to live on.

For truly special commissions, he even works with ancient bog oak, some of which is up to 7,000 years old, adding a further dimension to his work. If you’re looking for a truly unique and handcrafted piece, Peter invites you to get in touch.