Located near Hickory, North Carolina, Custom Educational Furnishings "CEF" has been hand assembling furniture for over 40 years.  CEF takes great pride in producing makerspace, classroom and technology furniture that accommodates specific needs, and is built with quality and functionality in mind. 

 

CEF creates high quality furniture, workbenches, tables, chairs, and more.  And while Learning Labs represents their entire line of products, we're focusing here on their great line of CTE furniture, including the new Forge Line.  

 

The Forge Line is designed to meet the demands of today’s CTE programs and classroom environments. Built with durability and functionality in mind, each piece is engineered to withstand daily, hands-on learning while maintaining a sleek, modern look. With thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship, the Forge Line helps educators create spaces where students can learn, build, and grow with confidence.

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The Forge Line offers three main categories (links access flyers):

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• Quick-Set Tables - Built for durability and ease of use, this table is the perfect solution for classrooms, labs, and CTE spaces that need reliable furniture without complicated assembly.

• Durabench - Available in three lengths — 30” W X 40”, 63” and 82"— this table is built to adapt to a variety of classroom needs.

• Forge Pods - Constructed from durable 14, 16 and 18-gauge steel, these cabinets are designed to stand up to daily use in even the busiest learning environments.

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Here's a flyer showcasing CEF's variety of furniture as well as classrooms they're suitable for.

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And here's their entire catalog.​​

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Contact your Regional Manager for more information.