Meubelmakerij De Stoof

Manufactured with love

The challenge

The furniture works known as De Stoof was founded by Frans and Mieke Tielemans in 1982. Based in Leidschendam, this company supplies top quality custom furniture. What is unique about it? Co-owner Mieke Tielemans proudly explains: “We can simply manufacture whatever takes your fancy! The fact we have both a factory and a showroom enables us to display the items we make, the materials we use and the methods we employ. We listen, offer advice, produce drawings and think along with customers. Making something beautiful together and witnessing how happy it makes our customers, that's our quality''

Our approach

One of Mieke's first jobs was as an administrative assistant at Stolp+KAB. It was therefore a matter of course that she and Frans contacted us when setting up their business. We assist De Stoof with the preparation of its annual accounts and with various tax matters. Mieke: ''If your business develops from a sole proprietorship to a limited liability company, you usually need advice. Moreover, various new laws and regulations have been introduced in the past few years. It is then a comforting thought to know that help and knowledge are always close at hand. Erwin Toet has been our advisor for years, and we find the personal contact very pleasant.

The result

Mieke and Frans are keen to hand over the furniture works to their son, Wouter, within the course of the next few years. “Given that a business transfer (The Next Step) involves a lot of work, it is particularly convenient to have a trusted partner who can guide us in all areas. Wouter has been involved in all aspects of the company’s business for years, and we are therefore convinced that he will prove an excellent successor. De Stoof boasts widespread brand recognition, and we look to the future with great confidence as the demand for sustainable products steadily increases.”

"“There are only two letters of a difference between Stolp and Stoof, and we both work and think the same way... While quality does not come cheap, failing to supply quality can cost you a fortune.”"

~ Mieke Tielemans

De Stoof Meubelmakerij occupies a stunning location in Leidschendam. De Stoof supplies both custom-made furniture and expert advice to commercial and private customers alike. Frans, Mieke and Wouter Tielemans are in charge of its day-to-day management. Already a household name throughout the region, De Stoof also has a team comprising eight furniture makers and two sales assistants. For further information, please visit: www.destoof.nl