[Broken_Hippo]

We look at something old and think "They don't make them like this..."

No, we make them better. That old thing is lucky to have survived - most things we've made in the past broke. Wood? Oh, yeah, that'll dry out and crack and break in ways that it is easier to buy something new - or buy large woodworking tools. And honestly, if you are worried about long-lasting furniture, be more choosy and spend money for quality.

Also worth mentioning that old furniture was made for a different lifestyle and housing and isn't always as useful as modern furniture is.