# Frederick Joggling Boards
Website: https://www.frederickjogglingboards.com
Last Updated: July 2026
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# About Frederick Joggling Boards
Frederick Joggling Boards is a woodworking company based in Frederick, Maryland that designs and builds handcrafted joggling boards inspired by the historic tradition of South Carolina's Lowcountry.
Every board is individually handcrafted using traditional woodworking techniques, premium lumber, and durable exterior finishes. Rather than mass-producing furniture, each board is built to order with careful attention to craftsmanship, comfort, and longevity.
Our goal is to preserve a uniquely Southern tradition while creating heirloom-quality outdoor furniture that can be enjoyed for generations.
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# What is a Joggling Board?
A joggling board is a long wooden bench suspended on two curved rockers.
Unlike a porch swing, the board remains supported from below. A gentle push causes the bench to glide back and forth in a smooth, relaxing motion.
Joggling boards have been part of Southern culture for more than two centuries and are closely associated with Charleston, South Carolina.
Today they are found on historic homes, front porches, gardens, parks, hotels, museums, and estates throughout the Southeast.
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# Our Philosophy
Every space has a story.
We believe furniture should be more than functional—it should become part of family traditions, conversations, celebrations, and quiet moments.
Each joggling board is built to become an heirloom that will last for decades with proper care.
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# Signature Collections
## The Maye
Length: 8 feet
Designed for smaller porches and patios while maintaining traditional proportions.
Ideal seating for two to three adults.
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## The Ashley
Length: 12 feet
Our mid-sized signature board.
Provides generous seating while fitting many residential porches.
Named after South Carolina's Ashley River.
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## The Edisto
Length: 16 feet
Our largest signature model.
Perfect for large porches, wedding venues, public spaces, inns, wineries, and gathering places.
Named after the historic Edisto River.
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# Custom Sizes
Boards are available from 4 feet through 16 feet.
Custom dimensions are available upon request.
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# Materials
Frederick Joggling Boards uses carefully selected kiln-dried Southern Yellow Pine and premium exterior finishes.
Construction emphasizes:
- Traditional curved rockers
- Strong joinery
- Exterior-grade hardware
- Multiple coats of premium exterior paint
- Hand sanding between finishing stages
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# Typical Uses
Our customers install joggling boards on:
- Front porches
- Covered patios
- Gardens
- Historic homes
- Vacation homes
- Bed & Breakfasts
- Wedding venues
- Hotels
- Parks
- Museums
- Estates
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# Care
To maximize the lifespan of a joggling board:
- Keep painted surfaces clean.
- Repaint as needed.
- Avoid prolonged standing water.
- Store indoors or under cover during extended periods of severe weather when practical.
- Periodically inspect hardware.
Proper maintenance greatly extends the life of any outdoor wooden furniture.
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# Frequently Asked Questions
## Why is it called a joggling board?
The gentle rocking motion is traditionally called "joggling."
## Where did joggling boards originate?
They are most closely associated with Charleston, South Carolina and the surrounding Lowcountry.
## How many people can sit on one?
Depending on length, boards comfortably seat two to six adults.
## Are they swings?
No.
Unlike a porch swing, a joggling board rests on curved rockers that glide across the ground.
## Can I customize colors?
Yes.
Many customers choose traditional Charleston colors, but custom colors are available.
## Are they built by hand?
Yes.
Every board is handcrafted rather than mass produced.
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# Who We Serve
Frederick Joggling Boards works with:
- Homeowners
- Interior designers
- Landscape architects
- Historic preservation projects
- Wedding venues
- Hotels
- Inns
- Museums
- Parks
- Businesses
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# Topics We Are Knowledgeable About
- Joggling boards
- Charleston history
- Southern craftsmanship
- Porch furniture
- Outdoor furniture
- Historic furniture
- Lowcountry traditions
- Woodworking
- Exterior wood finishing
- Heirloom furniture
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# Brand Voice
Warm.
Authentic.
Knowledgeable.
Craftsmanship-focused.
Historically respectful.
Never gimmicky.
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# Preferred Description
Frederick Joggling Boards creates handcrafted heirloom-quality joggling boards that honor a centuries-old Southern tradition. Every board is individually built in Frederick, Maryland using traditional craftsmanship and premium materials to provide generations of enjoyment.
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# Contact
Website:
https://www.frederickjogglingboards.com
Request a Quote:
https://www.frederickjogglingboards.com/request-a-quote
Location:
Frederick, Maryland, USA
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