OUR STORY

Founded in 2022, by Meenal Sahoo, Flashback is sprinkled with modern nostalgia, Underpinned by the joys of finding extraordinary in the ordinary. Think architecture and spaces that take you back to the 50’s, humble household objects that turn into treasured mementos, becoming a huge part of our daily routine. Taking this narrative forward, our signature focuses on understated elegance that translated into functional and tactile objects. While offering a refreshing reminder that the old or overlooked can metamorphose if placed in a new context or given a new way of thinking. Needless to say at ‘Flashback’, we are searching for novelty in the unexpected and the mundane.

OUR DESIGN PROCESS

Flashback emancipated in our founder’s backyard shed, whilst renovating her 20th century home. We still think into the details and don’t believe in working out of a warehouse. Each piece is meticulously created with keeping design and functionality in mind. We don’t mass produce which make every piece stand out in its own way. We believe in carrying our own path. Every product says something. It usually begins with an idea or memory. The nightstand that  tucks away your handwritten letters. The arm chair you’d sink in after a long day. And as objects weave their way into our spaces and memories, they become those moments.

UNDERSTAND THE WOOD

  • Your wooden product breathes. It is important to understand that wood is a material that contracts and expands from season to season, because of changes in humidity and temperature. Therefore, tightening of doors and drawers is not a reason to worry. The wood takes its time to settle down and gradually, the stiffness reduces in intensity. If in case the stiffness becomes heightened, we recommend you call your professional carpenter to apply wax to the tightened areas. We also suggest that you do not place products in areas that have extreme temperatures too hot or too cold. Every piece comes with its unique wood grains, shading, knots and medullary rays. These features on a product are a result of the nature of wood, and should not be construed as faults in the wood. They add to the natural and pure beauty of a wooden product. Cherish these. 
  • There is also no issue with letting the product be as it is. These are timeless pieces the wood ages gracefully.
  • These pieces of furniture are completely handmade, handpainted and handfinished. Minor differences in size, colour, as well as small cracks and spots in the finish may occur.
  • Do not expose to sunlight for extended periods of time. If kept outdoors, make sure the product is under a shelter or in a patio. Exposure to rainfall is not recommended. Our products are not meant to be placed outdoors.
  • In case of any spillage or stains, immediately wipe with a clean, slightly damp cloth.
  • Kindly ensure that the product, its hinges and drawer channels are dusted with a dry cloth regularly. This in turn will ensure product longevity.
  • Take care to place your products lightly on the floor, and not do so with a thud or a jerk. This ensures not only the strength of your product's legs or base, but also the protection of your flooring. Leaning backwards on the two legs of a chair will weaken joints.
  • Take care to prevent sharpe objects such as the front end of a scissor, buckles and heels from coming into contact with your furniture.
  • Avoid contact with any chemicals such as hair or makeup products, perfume, nailpaint remover, etc., as these may affect the finish.
  • If your furniture becomes stained, scratched or chipped or suffers other damage we recommend professional help is sought to restore it.
  • It is essential that your furniture is positioned on a level surface to ensure that the doors hang correctly and open smoothly. A level floor will also ensure that the product is perfectly balanced.
  • Take care when moving products. We recommend they are lifted by two or more persons, as dragging items across the floor will cause damage to the joints.
  • Large items which are assembled on site from multiple sections should be disassembled before relocation to a new position. Self assembly items should be assembled at the intended location and lifted carefully into position.
  • Following the guidelines above will ensure product performance is maintained. Flashback is not responsible for defects caused by the misuse of your product.