Our Story

Tru180° represents a change in direction, a reversal of an action or condition. The name is inspired by the recycled material used to make our furniture. And Tru180° products offer a chance to change the direction of busy lives by relaxing with family and friends.

"A change in direction" also has a personal significance for founder, Art Schildgen. Several years ago, Art chose to move away from his job with a Fortune 100 financial company. “I embraced the opportunity to change direction in my career, and I’m eternally grateful to my family and friends for the support!

In the early days, Tru180 focused on product design and development to create high quality, comfortable, and beautiful outdoor furnishings. Once the initial Adirondacks, gliders, tables, and chairs were complete, we concentrated on hand-crafting enough furniture in an efficient manner to serve the ever-growing demand. We continue to embrace change, seek improvement, and learn from everyone we meet.

Tru180° is founded on the principle that our customers, partners, employees, and friends are important to us, and we want to be important to them. Thank you for embracing the new directions that life brings every day!

Arthur Schildgen \\ Tru180 Founder