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Avatar for Design Build Woodworking, LLC
Design Build Woodworking, LLC
4.8(
16
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceCustom Cabinets - BuildInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+2 more

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Dave and his crew did an awesome job building some wainscoting and trim over my fireplace. He designed it so it complemented and carried through the shape of the built in shelving on either side. It was all his design. It turned out better than I ever could have hoped for. Highly recommend."
Stair Project Brazillian
Stair Project Brazillian
Stair Project Brazillian
Stair Project Brazillian
laundry room update

+65

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
S.B. Woodworking Inc
5.0(
20
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Shane is extremely professional, very knowledgable, and does very precise in his work. We had to have new trim put in after having hardwoods redone and he did an amazing job. We were missing a special trim for around the kitchen and he came back when we were ready. He is very attentive to his work and ensures quality outcome. I will definitely call Shane again for any of our woodworking needs and refer him to friends and family. Thank you Shane!!!"
Response time9 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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J D Woodworking LLC
5.0(
8
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom+1 more

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have worked with JD Woodworking for 13 years. They have I fort hired them to install cabinets. I was so impressed with their work and professionalism that I hired them in my next house for a custom office, home theatre and bar. Each of these projects were custom built from the cabinets to the coffered ceilings. I have recommended them to several friends and I would recommend them again without hesitation."
White oak hand crafted bunk bed
Custom crafted bunk Bed
Custom crafted Bar
Cedar sauna
Cedar Hot tub

+59

Response time30 mins
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Closet Organizing Systems
4.9(
178
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Closet - Build

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"From start to finish this project went well. Rich was an amazing designer, listened to all my needs and gave such helpful suggestions. He was very concern from the start that I be satisfied with the project outcome. There was very little wait time and the installer Dan as a great guy and did a wonderful job. I did call other places before settling with this company. I found the other companies unprofessional and not responsive to my emails. Go with this company, you will be pleased."
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+29

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Forest Flooring
4.7(
117
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Wood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were planning on refinishing our floors and installing hardwood in one room. Orest was a pleasure to work with and very affordable! He came out right away and provided an estimate very quickly. We were going to sign a contract with him, but we ended up having to put our floors on hold for a while. Anyways, I would highly recommend Orest to anyone looking to do their floors!"
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Kitchen Floor Repair
Kitchen Floor Repair
Family Room
Family Room

+33

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
Mr. Handyman of Wheaton-Hinsdale
4.7(
372
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+3 more

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic! From the time of the estimate until the completion of the job was seamless. The estimate was fair, the work started quickly, and was done in less time and under budget. We have a 135 year old Victorian. We needed repairs on railing that had some wood rot due to rain and our back porch needed an almost full rebuild. We are so happy with how all of it turned out."
Siding repair
Light replacement commercial
Deck rotten wood replacement
Gate repair
Gutters cleaned

+1135

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Garman Painting Custom Decorating Inc
4.9(
65
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike installed some crown molding that we had purchased from someone who was remodeling their approx. 100-year old house that matched very closely to the molding we already had in other rooms in our house (also around 100-years old). Mike did an incredible job - it looks better than what we had expected. It looks like it's been there since the house was built, which is exactly what we were looking for. We highly recommend Mike - he was very easy to work with, very communicative, and very skilled at what he does!"
Strie West Loop
Cabinet refinishing
Kitchen - Sunroom
Refinished cabinet doors
Garmanpainting.com

+110

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Studio Floors
5.0(
17
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Wood Stairs and Railings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Carol Stream, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team created a vivid decor with a sturdy design that complements my home and represents my style and imagination. Their skill and precision were exactly what I needed to complete my project."
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling
Stairs remodeling

+119

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

You don’t need a cutting board. In fact, cutting is the original purpose of butcher block countertops. That said, wood is porous and can harbor germs. You’ll need to clean your countertop thoroughly after use. Knives can also scratch the surface. This adds to the patina of the wood, but not everyone likes the look—in which case, you may want to use a cutting board.

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface materials can be cut with standard woodworking tools, such as a circular saw or a jigsaw. However, it is crucial to use the correct type of blade to avoid damaging the material.

For a circular saw, a tungsten carbide-tipped blade is required; a triple chip grind blade is highly recommended. For a jigsaw, you should use a fine-tooth down-cutting blade. Do not use blades designed for cutting wood, as they can cause microfractures that weaken the edges of the countertop. A diamond blade is also unnecessary, as those are designed for harder materials like natural stone, which Corian is not.

After cutting, the edge will be rough. It is essential to sand and smooth the cut edge to prevent microfractures, which can eventually compromise the integrity of the countertop.

Labor plays a significant role in the installation of butcher block countertops. Depending on who you hire, your location, the customization level of the project, and whether the wood is already finished, you may pay a professional between $10 and $150 per square foot to install a butcher block countertop. On average, expect the per-hour price to run between $60 and $100.

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.

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