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Avatar for NT Woodworks, LLC
NT Woodworks, LLC
5.0(
17
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Install or Replace

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Nick was great to work with. He was professional, prompt and thorough. He was undeterred by the little (and big) things that come up when working on older homes, and just plowed ahead and got things done. The workmanship is excellent and the job took exactly the time he said it would. Good guy. Good carpenter."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Start to Finish Carpentry, LLC
Start to Finish Carpentry, LLC
4.9(
32
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Repair

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Door installs (French & barn doors) + new custom stair railings -- Justin does a great job! Very high-quality work and attention to detail. Great customer service and design ideas from Michelle, as well! Wonderful work and will use them again."
5
Built-in bookcase w/ column
1
Pyramid Ceiling
2

+37

Response time10 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Nick Holker Construction
4.8(
52
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+3 more

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nick's work and the finished deck far exceeded my expectations! Excellent communications, they showed up when they said they would, the job was started and finished in less than a week. I highly recommend Nick Holker Construction. B"
Cedar deck with screened gazebo
 cedar fence with lattice top
Dakota Junction Restaurant
Azek mahogany and aluminum railing
Azek

+53

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elegance Custom Cabinetry
4.7(
48
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Closet - BuildCustom Cabinets - Build

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are very happy with our new cabinets! It was great working with Dmitry and his team. Dmitry takes so much pride in his work. Dmitry was responsive to changes in plans and installed the cabinets even before we expected. We love our new cabinets!"
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen
Custom bookcase
Custom Kitchens
Custom walnut kitchen

+179

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
First Class Creations, Inc.
4.2(
89
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"First Class Creations were very good to work with on a small project that involved cabinet modification in our kitchen. While they had not installed the cabinets, Cory was very helpful in arranging for â service beyond the. call of dutyâ . He arranged for Tommy to come to our home after he had finished their project and handle our needs. Both were excellent to work with. I would highly recommend them for your remodel project."
Entertainment Center
Cherry Kitchen 1
Bev Lang
 fireplace view
Bar before finish

+146

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Cherry Hill Custom Builders, Landscape & Design
4.3(
28
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Gazebo or Freestanding Porch - RepairGazebo or Freestanding Porch - Repair - For Business

Serving Orono, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cherry Hill was fantastic. They landscaped the front of our house, added a couple of plants around our deck and planted some hedges and two trees in our back yard. The were extremely courteous, professional and friendly. After the project was complete they followed up by text and by phone to make sure we were satisfied with the work. I hightly recommend them for any landscaping work that you require and will be contacting them again in the future for additional landscaping that we want done. 5 Stars!"
Tree Round
Lawn Care
STAIRS
Beauty in Simplicity
Fire Pit in Progress

+54

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
68
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - RepairWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Orono, 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
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Woodworking questions, answered by experts

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.

Joists do distribute their load to beams, but they don’t sit on top of the beams. Instead, home builders nail or screw the joists directly to the beams such that the end of the joist butts up against the edge of the beam. Beams can sit on other beams for support, but you’ll never see a joist sitting on top of a beam or another joist.

Before hiring a carpenter, the most important thing is to make sure they are properly qualified and insured for the job. It’s more than reasonable to ask your prospective carpenter for customer references, as well as about their licensing and insurance. You should also consider choosing a carpenter that specializes in your specific project area to ensure high-quality results. 

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.

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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