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My Fine Design Woodwork
4.9(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trustworthy, honest people.. always trying their best to please us .. very knowledgeable of their profession ... I would highly recommend them to anyone.. This small company is a five star Thank you " MY FINE DESIGN WOODWORK " it was a pleasure..."
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets
Cabinets

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jonathan Kim Design
4.9(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan obviously has a love of wood and woodworking. He repaired and refinished 45 yr old dining chairs to good as new. He is honest, personable, and a pleasure to work and converse with. We will definitely go to Jonathan again as needed. We highly recommend Jonathan Kim Design"
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New Hope Church
New Hope Church

+67

Response time2 days
211 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Circle City Millwork Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"Gabe and his team are great! I definitely will hire them again. Quality of work is outstanding. He did a stacked crown molding that gave our home a whole new look and probably added about 30k in value to the home."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M Z Finish Carpentry
5.0(
5
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Offers commercial services

We are a modern cabinetry and millwork company dedicated to creating beautifully crafted spaces that balance design, function, and lasting quality. With a strong focus on European-inspired aesthetics and clean, contemporary lines, MZ Finish Carpentry specializes in custom kitchen cabinets, bathroom vanities, closets, entertainment units, and bespoke built-ins.\n\nOur cabinetry is carefully crafted and built in our workshop, then professionally installed throughout Southern California, serving areas from San Diego to Fresno, and from Ventura County to Palm Springs. From concept through installation, our team approaches every project with precision, transparency, and attention to detail.\n\nWe work closely with homeowners, designers, and builders to deliver custom cabinetry and millwork solutions tailored to each space, lifestyle, and vision—resulting in refined interiors built to perform and endure.

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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Throughout our project, their general construction services were consistently professional and reliable. They managed every detail flawlessly, ensuring a smooth and efficient process from start to finish."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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The Handy Juan
4.9(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In spite of a break because he tested positive for covid, the Handy Juan completed the rebuilding and installation of my kitchen cabinets in a reasonable period of time. He accomplished exactly what I desired to be repaired. He communicated pleasantly and effectively. He left the area clean and in good order. I would gladly have him back for future projects."
Pop corn
Pop corn
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Preped
Pop corn

+24

Response time10 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JRQ finish carpentry
4.9(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John has a great work ethics. He's professional , timely, cleans up after completion. He installed tile flooring in bathroom as well as install of new vanity, toilet and vanity mirror and crown molding. We recommend John highly."
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Holland & Sons Construction
5.0(
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Serving Montclair, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Our role is simple: listen to your vision, guide you through the process, and deliver quality work you'll enjoy for years to come.\nYour home should be a place you're proud of—one that reflects your style, meets your family's needs, and feels uniquely yours. Whether you're dreaming of a custom fireplace wall, built-in cabinetry, a kitchen or bath renovation, updated living spaces, or quality custom carpentry, the right craftsmanship can make all the difference.\nWith more than 30 years of experience, we help homeowners turn their ideas into finished spaces that are both beautiful and functional. We believe the process should be clear, honest, and stress-free, with open communication and attention to detail every step of the way.\n

Kitchen Island
Kitchen Island
Fireplace Wall
Fireplace Wall
Fireplace Wall

+23

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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

While you may have heard people use millwork and carpentry interchangeably, they aren’t the same. Millwork is a type of carpentry, which means that carpentry isn’t always millwork. You can tell millwork apart from other types of carpentry because it’s manufactured at a mill. Notably, casework is also confused with millwork. Casework is different because it refers to boxes like cabinets and bookshelves.

While carpenters and woodworkers perform similar tasks, their focus differs. A carpenter is typically responsible for the structural woodwork involved in construction, such as framing, installing sheathing, hanging kitchen cabinets, and installing trusses. In contrast, a woodworker handles more intricate and custom projects, like building custom furniture, installing wainscoting, and creating detailed interior trim and moldings. Based on these definitions, many woodworkers can perform the tasks of a carpenter, but it's always best to discuss your specific project with a professional to ensure they have the necessary skills.

There are two ways you can cut trim for doorways: with a miter saw or a table saw. Mitered joints need a 45-degree angle. If you’re unfamiliar with a miter saw, you might want to consider buying extra trim pieces or choosing butted joints instead. One wrong cut, and you’ll need to power up the saw again with a new piece. 

Butted joints—also called shaker style—don’t need a 45-degree angle. Instead, your side pieces attach perpendicularly to the header trim and only require a straight cut.

Whether or not it’s easier to cut wood when it’s wet versus dry depends largely on the type of tool you use and the wood you’re cutting. For example, a chain saw should still be able to cut through wet wood with relative ease, but it may be more difficult to maneuver due to the wood fibers sticking to the chains of the saw. 

However, you might want to avoid cutting wood entirely when it’s wet if you’re pruning your tree. Sawing a wet tree that you don’t plan on removing can also encourage bacterial and fungal growth and decay.

While the Arts and Crafts movement inspired many architectural elements, the primary styles from the time include Craftsman, Tudor Revivals, bungalows, and Mission homes. You'll see elements of these styles in homes, churches, museums, and schools—particularly Country Day schools from the era.

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