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Michael Butler
4.9(
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Furniture - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCloset - Build+1 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Warranties offered

Local woodworker with 30 plus years experience that works with you to create custom pieces all wood. Also provide a handyman service for your convenience. Visit our website: www.MABwoodworking.com

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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Real Painting & Home Improvement
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+7 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Warranties offered

"We had last painted our house over 10 years ago and it was in dire need of carpentry work and exterior painting. I found it very easy to work with Real Painting from the start - they had solutions to all of our needs and the quote was detailed and easy to understand. The carpentry team was very skilled and their work exceeded my expectations for quality. The painting crew did an amazing job preparing the house for painting. They completely stripped the paint in most key areas and sanded the clapboards to perfection. Their attention to detail was immaculate - from caulking all to way to the finishing touches with our two-tone paint scheme. They also kept the site very clean. Everyone on the team was friendly, easy to talk to, and always showed that they cared for me as the customer. I am very happy with the work from Real - they delivered a great product at a reasonable price and within the expected timeframe."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Phalan Construction & The Handyman
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+8 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bob has successfully completed numerous small and medium sized projects for us including a significant amount of re-siding and insulating, painting, wood gutter repair and maintenance, painting, wood stair railings,exterior threshholds, screen door installation, bathroom fan installation and masonry window wells. Bob is an excellent carpenter, thorough, accomodating and knowledgable. We have enjoyed working with him over the course of the last 20 years and will continue to do so."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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T.J. Cormier Construction
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TJ Cormier Construction built an amazing, perfect deck in my backyard ! It was definitely more than I expected and it's truly awesome ! He is also a genuinely nice, honest, down to earth, easy going guy and is hard-working and dedicated to his craft - he definitely knows what he's doing and he's very detail-oriented, precise and experienced ! I will hire him in the future for window replacement work on my house that is badly needed - I would definitely recommend him to my friends and family and his pricing is very reasonable - he's awesome !"
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Deck
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Twombly Home Improvement
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Twombly Home Improvement has done many projects for me; Remodeled a bathroom, erected a gazebo from scratch, repaired a collapsed roof, did wood rot repair around window sills and foundation, did some painting, and other work. Stephen provides great attention to detail, his estimates and final work costs are extremely competitive, he truly cares about his work and most importantly, he is very trustworthy."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C P Construction and Carpentry
4.1(
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Carpentry Framing - RepairCarpentry Framing - Install

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did great work and we are very happy with our rebuilt Deck! Any questions just call Clod and he'd get back to you. Reliable, I highly recommend their company. I'm going to use their company in the future for other projects that need to be done"
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remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
remodel a bathroom
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+20

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FR PRO HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC
5.0(
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Fantastic. I was amazed. The repairs to the living room and bathroom ceilings from ice dams were seamless. A truly talented painter too. I had no issues with communication, tardiness or professionalism, which is rare these day. I would definitely hire this company again."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tejada's Remodeling Inc
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31
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Closet - Build

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was very impressed working with this company. Communication was superb right off the bat. We went over the job in detail, and it was completed perfectly. The company is very professional and pays attention to every detail. The price was good too! They also cleaned the area thoroughly and my property looks exquisite. Hire this company with confidence. Thank you!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

Carpenters are trained to take on a wide range of home projects. You can hire a carpenter to do framing, roofing, build custom furniture, and make significant upgrades to your home. General carpenters are usually able to handle most jobs. However, you may also choose to hire a carpenter who specializes in a specific type of carpentry. 

Yes, Corian® and other solid surface countertops can be cut with standard woodworking tools like a circular saw or a jigsaw, but using the correct blade is crucial for the best results.

The recommended blade is a tungsten carbide-tipped blade, often called a solid-surface planer or triple chip grind blade. This type of blade is hard enough to cut through the material effectively. For a jigsaw, a fine-tooth down-cutting blade should be used.

It is important to note that a diamond blade is not necessary. Diamond blades are designed for harder materials like natural stone, concrete, or brick, and Corian is not a natural stone.

Using blades designed for wood is not recommended as they can cause microfractures that weaken the countertop's edges. While a tungsten carbide blade provides a much cleaner cut, the resulting edge will still be rough and must be sanded and smoothed to prevent microfractures from developing over time.

Rustic and modern farmhouse styles are currently the most popular. These include rustic and antique furniture, muted colors, clean lines, eclectic decor, and natural materials. Some other popular farmhouse styles include the following:

  • Coastal farmhouse: Creates a lighter, airier feel with soft colors and blue palettes, along with gold

  • Colonial farmhouse: Focuses on real antique furniture and decor

  • French farmhouse: Leans on French country architecture and design by including marble and lighter-colored metals, like zinc

  • Industrial farmhouse: Includes thick, chunky furniture and dark metals

  • Scandinavian farmhouse: Usually includes lighter wood colors and more refined furniture

There are several mistakes you should avoid when using butcher block countertops. Don't place hot pots or pans directly on the surface, as this can crack the wood and cause permanent damage. Avoid leaving wet items sitting on the surface, and wipe up liquids as soon as possible to avoid stains.

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.

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