Testimonials

Governor's Mansion (Terrace Hill): Refinishing
"A big thank you for the furniture refinishing. The pieces turned out even better than I expected. They look new and are beautiful. Please extend our thanks to the craftsman who did the project!"
-- First Lady Mari Culver - April 2008

Custom Bedroom Furniture
"The custom made bedroom furniture from Prison Industries exceeded our expectations. The designers came up with great ideas and we used them in all the furniture pieces. This furniture is built solid with awesome craftsmanship. The people that built our furniture have our appreciation. Thanks and great job."
-- Richard Brus - April 2008

Iowa State Penitentiary: Mattresses
"I just want to convey my appreciation to IPI for coming up with the security view mattresses. We are in the process of placing them in all our segregation areas at the Iowa State Penitentiary. These mattresses make it near to impossible for inmates to hide contraband and they allow staff to conduct searches of inmate’s living quarters much easier and quicker. Eventually all of our cells will have these mattresses. Besides, the price is right. Thanks again."
-- John Ault, Warden - February 2008

Refinishing
"Bob delivered the table this morning and it looks great! The finish and color are exactly what we had hoped for. Please pass along to the person(s) who did the re-finishing that they did a fantastic job restoring the table. Hard to believe it’s the same table. We will be sure to mention to others the wonderful work IPI does with re-finishing furniture."
-- John & Karen Clark - December 2007

Sovereign Grace Baptist Church: Church Furnishings
"Beautiful finish and craftmanship."
-- Galen R. Haegele, Pastor - June 2007

Britt Library: Seating
"Excellent quality & good value."
-- Linda Friedow, Director - June 2007

Department of Corrections: Printing
"Once again IPI has done an outstanding job printing our handouts! I would like to thank you for your very fast (and unplanned) turn-around time of our product. Your quality work is very much appreciated and contributes a agreat deal to our professional presentation of the Women Working in Corrections & Juvenile Justice National Conference. Again, thank you for being so easy to work with."
-- Julie Marasco, Director’s Office - June 2007

University of Iowa, School of Social Work: Custom Office Furnishings
"Everything was great! I’ve never had such personalized expert help with ordering office furniture! Expert installation."
-- Susan Dirks, Secretary - April 2007

Rivermont Collegiate School: Custom School Furnishings
"I was asked to inquire on the purchase of 18 student storage cubicles... After looking through various school furniture catalogs, I thought that we could get exactly what we wanted by having Iowa Prison Industries build it.
IPI built a prototype exactly as designed... In the process of building they matching the stain that was on the classroom oak doors, and the workmanship was oustanding. The quality of the workmanship could not have been better...
Again, I thank you for your assistance. I further thank the supervisors, and especially the workers who build a quality piece of furniture. In the future, I hope to have IPI build more furniture for us."
-- Charles Rodriguez, Buildings & Grounds Superintendent - April 2007

Iowa Medical & Classification Center: Custom Wood Furnishings
" Everything is beautiful. Far exceeds our expectations."
-- Carol Manternach, Purchasing Agent - February 2007

Governor’s Mansion (Terrace Hill): Custom Wood Furnishings
"The bed turned out beautifully!! We are very pleased with it. Thank you, and please convey to your team a big thank you for their craftmanship (and craftwomanship as the the case may be)!"
-- First Lady Mari Culver - February 2007

University of Iowa: Memorial Union Event Center Seating
"Great sales / delivery staff. Great product. Pleasure to work with."
-- Cory Lockwood, Manager, Guest & Event Services - December 2006

Swaledale Public Library: Bookcases
"Great value for the money."
-- Celeste Thomas, Library Director - December 2006

Home Office: Custom Wood Furnishings
"It is imperative that I take this opportunity to express my thanks and congratulations for a job well done. The office furniture that was produced by Iowa Prison Industries for me has far exceeded all of my expectations. Without exception, everyone that sees the furniture raves about its design, attention to detail, esthetic beauty and functionality. Words alone do not fully express by satisfaction.
Please convey my gratitude with everyone involved in this project. They have all earned a heavy pat on the back for a job which I can only describe as pure perfection."
-- John Nahra, Senior Judge, 7th Judicial District - November 2006

Board of Parole: Custom Wood Furnishings
"IPI’s quality of their products and customer service is 2nd to none!"
-- Clarence Key, Executive Director - November 2006

City of Monticello: Custom Wood Furnishings
"Quality product, reasonably priced, delivered as promised."
-- Doug Herman, City Administrator - September 2006

Newton Correctional Facility: Filters
"I received the filters I ordered today. Please tell your staff thank you. If I recall correctly, I did not submit this order until June 1. So at the best that would have given you and your staff two weeks to process and deliver the order. Once again your service and filters are excellent. Thanks again."
-- Ed Hicks, Plant Operations Manager - June 2006

Governor's Office: Office Furniture
"You can imagine that I'm often 'chained to my desk' so its look and feel are important to me. When our office decided to purchase my new desk, you guys came through with a low-cost high-quality product. I was surprised at the speed of the manufacturing and delivery of the desk, and I have been very impressed with its quality, practicality, and elegance. Thanks for your great work."
-- Rodell Mollineau, Director of Communications - May 2006

Shenandoah Public Library: Library Shelving
"They are lovely and the delivery man was so pleasant!"
-- Liz Trippler, Children's Services - April 2006

Saydel High School: School Furniture
"Awesome! High quality, nice, heavy furniture. Great product - a super
deal for the $."
-- Marcy Davidson, Art Teacher - March 2006

Underwood Middle School: School/Library Furniture
"The book carts we ordered are perfect for our needs, delivered promptly, and with no hassles!"
-- Lewis Carter, Principal - November 2005

Jesup CSD: School / Library Furniture
"We have purchased many items from Prison Industries. Each has been functional, well made and of top quality. The best part has been the attention to detail [our sales representative] puts into measuring and making sure everything fits."
-- Sarah Pinion, Superintendent - September 2005

Wartburg College: Dorm / Lounge Furniture
"We receive quality products at a good price with great customer service."
-- John Wuertz, Director of Physical Plant - September 2005

Davis County CSD: School Furniture
"The Davis County Community School District has ordered from Iowa Prison Industries (IPI) every year for the past ten years. We have ordered a variety of your products. We have been very pleased with the looks and durability of your products. The furniture has held up well. IPI is to be commended for their service and commitment to excellence. Thank you and we look forward to working with you in the future."
-- Sam Miller, Principal - August 2005

Governor's Office: Furniture
"I wanted to tell you want a fabulous job IPI did on Matt Paul's bookshelf. It looks as if it has been there all along. The stain matches perfectly. I'm also impressed by how quickly the job was completed."
-- Kelly Thompson, Administrative Assistant I - May 2005

Muscatine County Sheriff's Office: Chemicals, Textiles, Signs, Furniture
"I would like to applaud you and your staff for continued excellence in product availability and customer support… I am proud to say that IPI offers me a "one-vendor" advantage, where I am able to purchase the majority of my facilities needs from one company."
-- R.D. Oppelt, Jail Administrator - May 2005

Cornell College: Library Furnishings
"The book return is very nice. It looks like it belongs here and that a visitor would think it was part of the original furnishings because it blends so nicely. Please extend our compliments to all those who worked on it. They did a fine job."
-- Glenda Davis-Driggs, Circulation Supervisor - May 2005

Mt. Pleasant Schools: Office Furnishings
"In looking for furniture for our offices, we felt it was important to match the decor of the building and yet stay within a tight budget. Prison Industries was able to offer a quality product that could be customized to our situation. From matching the stain of the woodwork to matching our existing furniture, the salesman and craftsmen were able to design and create quality office furniture that fit into the historic surrounding of this building."
-- Ed Chabal, Director of Finance - February 2005

Meehan Memorial-Lansing Public Library: Library Furnishings
"It's been a pleasure working with Iowa Prison Industries in our expansion/renovation project. They have provided us with sturdy, attractive furniture that compliments our new interior… The cost was within reason and the delivery and set-up was done in a very timely manner."
-- Mabel Stahl, Director/Librarian - February 2005

Olin School: Library Furnishings
"We are very pleased with our new library shelving and would be very happy to show it off for anyone interested in seeing it. It is great to get a very durable, excellent product for a very affordable price."
-- Carrie Fortin, Board Secretary/Treasurer - December 2004

Danville High School: Library Furnishings
"[I] can't begin to tell you how pleased I am with your finished product… The workmanship is beautiful, you all can be very proud of the products that leave your facility. Thanks again for the great job."
-- Janet Hesler, Guidance Clerk - October 2004

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church: Library, School & Church Furnishings
"... We are extremely pleased with the quality of the workmanship in your materials as well as your flexibility in helping us design for custom uses. We are delighted with the results and I wanted you to know how pleased we were with your service. ... We will certainly consider you in the future for other projects."
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-- Rev. Edward J. Hurley - September 2004

Traer Public Library: Library Furnishings
"The Traer Public Library purchased shelving and children's tables and chairs for their renovation and addition that was just completed in June of 2004 from Iowa Prison Industries. We are very pleased with the look and usability of our new shelves. We are glad we chose Iowa Prison Industries to make our shelves and invite anyone to stop into the Traer Public Library to look at them."
-- Linda McDermott, Librarian - September 2004

West Point Public Library: Library Furnishings
"Our small community (population approx. 1,000) saved an estimated $20,000 in furnishings as a result of shopping with IPI. I need to thank you for your help here. Our new center is indeed a showpiece."
-- Vern Meierotto, President West Point Library Foundation - September 2004

Morningside College: Dormitory / Lounge Furniture
"The new furniture allows us to spend our time and energy where it should be... that's with our students... and not wondering if our furniture is falling about."
-- Terry Curry, Vice President of Student Services - September 2004

Newton Correctional Facility: Chemicals & Cleaning Supplies
"NCF just completed an order for Chemicals from IPI... Teresa from [IPI Anamosa] received the order, what I believe to be a sizable order, and turned the order around and delivered it within 7 calendar days. We appreciate the quick service."
-- Terry Mapes, Warden - March 2004

Des Moines Public School: Library Furniture
"It is a great pleasure for me to write this letter of support for the excellent product lines, craftsmanship, and superb service Iowa Prison Industries (IPI) gives to its customers.
...I appreciate the efforts of everyone involved in IPI and look forward to continuing our close working relationship during the district's Schools First capital campaign."
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-- Dale Vande Haar, MALS, MSE, Coordinator, Libraries & Information Services
   November 2003

University of Iowa: Custom Cabinetry
"Thank you very much for the fine job you and your workers did on the renovations in N323. It exceeded my expectations. The quality and craftsmanship were excellent and the detail that was added to the wall cabinets that matched the chair rail and baseboard was a nice touch."
-- Peter C. Damiano, DDS, MPH, Director, Health Policy Research Program - November 2003

Clinton County Courthouse: Custom Wood Furniture
"...thank you for the excellent service in meeting our need for custom oak furniture...
...The furniture is not only beautiful, but the quality of workmanship is top rate..."
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-- David H. Sivright, Jr., District Judge - July 2003

Bridges of Iowa: Lockers
"...The industries staff and offenders should be very proud of the high quality lockers recently delivered to our program.

During the design process, sales staff working extensively with us to custom design the locker for our restrictive site requirements. When the lockers arrived, they not only fit the space perfectly but also functioned perfectly..."
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-- W.L. Kautzky, Executive Director - July 2003

Moulton Elementary: School Furniture
"[I] have recommended you many times to people just starting the process."
-- Donna Love, Office Manager - 2003

Iowa State University: Dormitory / Lounge Furniture
"I thank you for the good relationship between Iowa Prison Industries and Iowa State University. I am very pleased to note that I have been in meetings where attendees have commented about their gratitude for products supplied by Iowa Prison Industries."
-- Gregory L. Geoffrey, President - December 2002

Des Moines Public Schools: School Furniture & Installation
"...In August, three elementary schools were reopened, provided with new furniture from Iowa Prison Industries. Again, the quality is excellent, prices are competitive, and the service was superior. This also allowed us to keep taxpayers' dollars within the state..."
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-- Eric Witherspoon, Ph.D., Superintendent - September 2002