Traditional chair making in West Virginia uses centuries-old post-and-rung techniques, primarily found in the Appalachian region today. Craftsmen handcraft chairs using tools like lathes and drawknives. These chairs, such as "ladderback" or "split bottom," are made with "green" wood that shrinks tightly around the rungs, creating strong joints without glue or nails.

Rocking chairs follow similar techniques but feature more varied designs. Hardwoods like oak, maple, ash, and cherry are used for the frame, while hickory is favored for the rungs due to its strength. For seating, hickory bark or woven white oak strips are commonly used.