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Top-Rated Woodworkers in Afton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Benchmark Cabinetry LLC (Formerly Schmidt Woodwork)
Benchmark Cabinetry LLC (Formerly Schmidt Woodwork)
4.9(
48
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tom did an amazing job repairing the bottom stair on our staircase. It's visible when you walk in our front door and important to us that it looked great and matched the rest of the staircase. Tom did beautiful work! In addition, he returned calls promptly, gave us a fair price and showed up when he said he would. And he even checked in a month after the work to make sure we were happy. We highly recommend Schmidt Woodwork and look forward to doing more projects with Tom!"
Small Dresser
Custom Furniture Pieces
Custom Furniture Pieces
Custom Furniture Pieces
Custom Furniture Pieces

+108

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Handy Rite Inc
Handy Rite Inc
4.8(
212
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+5 more

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very well. Ben did a wide variety of repairs, from installing curtain rods to fixing a hundred year old medicine cabinet. We are pleased with all his work. He cleaned up any mess and was very pleasant and professional. We will be calling on him again and recommending him to friends."
Maintenance Free Deck
Backsplash
Framed in a wall and added a window and French doors to create a private office.
Accent Wall
Accent Wall

+37

Response time20 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Elegance Custom Cabinetry
Elegance Custom Cabinetry
4.7(
48
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The project was very much discussed and we put all our ideas together and Dimitry shared some of his ideas of what might be some better options that we had not thought of previously going into these projects. One big suggestion was do the cabinetry in a white shade instead of using a color because he reminded us it would be much easier to change your wall colors and much more difficult to repaint the cabinetry. This worked out great and we did the same thing for the linen cabinetry in the hallway. In the bathroom he added 2 floating shelves in natural wood shade on one wall and made a super large framed mirror directly across from the shelves above the double sinks, and kept these in a natural wood shade also, looked great and added another color tone to the room which created more excitement. Self closing drawers, meticulous workmanship and full of super suggestions. I wanted a bit more added to our mirror, it just needed a bit more wood and he came out and suggested an idea and then made a return trip and added it and the mirror looked just the way I wanted it to be. Dimitry is a true Artisan, he will please you and his mastery of custom cabinetry will speak for itself."
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen
Custom bookcase
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen

+179

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Art Quality Renovations Corp.
Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
68
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Art Quality were efficient and thorough. The finished result looks excellent and blends seamlessly with the rest of the exterior. We really appreciated their communication and craftsmanship and would absolutely recommend Art Quality to anyone needing exterior repair work."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Lancette Contracting
Lancette Contracting
5.0(
7
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Afton, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lancette Contracting provided a great home project experience. They provided thoughtful and timely responses. They provided quality installation and stellar communication during the installation. I would highly recommend Lancette Contracting."
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

If you don’t have a power saw with a blade where you can adjust the angle, you could use a miter box and hand saw to make the cuts. The miter box contains wide slots to support the piece of baseboard and other narrow slots to accommodate the blade of the hand saw. However, it’s tough to make non-standard cuts beyond 30 or 45 degrees when using a miter box.

Hiring a woodworker can be expensive, depending on the job, but it’s very often well worth the investment. Woodworkers are able to provide custom pieces of furniture and handmade construction to present a finished product that is exactly to your specifications. If you have a specific vision for a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture or home feature, the cost of hiring a professional woodworker is worthwhile. Plus, you’ll often get a higher quality product than what you could buy in stores for a fraction of the price.

Many contractors prefer checks because they’re easy to track and have no associated fees. However, many also accept credit cards (though they might add a fee to cover their processing costs).

Yes, you can find ceiling joists using simple tools if a stud finder isn't available.

Using a hammer requires patience and a keen ear. Gently tap the ceiling in a grid pattern, listening for sound changes. A hollow sound indicates space between joists, while a solid, dull thud suggests a joist. Mark the location with a pencil and confirm by tapping from different angles.

Alternatively, you can use a nail, but this method will leave small holes. You'll feel increased resistance when the nail hits a joist. Mark the spot and repeat the process every 16 or 24 inches to map the joist locations. This method is considered less reliable than using a stud finder.

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.

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