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Custom Woodworks and Cabinetry, LLC
5.0(
17
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Custom Cabinets - Build

Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Danny was very professional and did excellent work. He was able to design and build our RV closet to make it more accessible and easier to use. I highly recommend his work."
Kitchen Cabinets
New Laundry Room Cabinets
Old laundry room shelf
Hall Bath
Hall Bath

+8

Response time2 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Brown Improvement Group, LLC
4.9(
10
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarport (Wood) - Build+2 more

Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"This company is reliable and their work is out standing. After I had a flood worth 3 feet of water And molds with curly wooden floors water logged dry walls, they gave my home a complete make over which included home made cabinets that were identical to the originals. I If I needs any other professional contractor their price is right Thanks J BROWN contractor"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Homemade Design
3.7(
322
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Utica, MS and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

"I never contacted the provider or used this service in anyway. I have to
write this review so that the request to write this review stops
popping up.
The rating is bogus as it is required to be able to submit.
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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. 

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.

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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