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Top-Rated Woodworkers in Clay - Updated Nov 2026

Kinderling Wood
5.0(
6
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Furniture - Build Custom

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We had Mike come out to do some work on our master closet. He did a wonderful job! He is very professional, kind & accommodating. In fact we are going to be using him again in the future to build us a new rocking chair. I would highly recommend Kinderling Wood!! Thanks so much Mike!!"
Mantle and shelves
Hidden drawers
Walnut closet
Walnut closet
Cherry console

+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
G.S. Holbrook General Contracting & Building Construction
4.9(
100
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomArbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build Custom - For BusinessCarpentry Framing - Install+4 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Just know that Greg and his employees - JT, Stan and Billy(as well as the subs) were wonderful to work with, they were here when planned and completed the job with professionalism and care for our property. This was the second job in the last 3 years they completed and I will hire them again as needed. Thank you for the beautiful room!"
Addition 30'x40'
Live edge counter top
Counter top for wine bar
Counter top for wine bar
Counter top for wine bar

+86

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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M.Snyder Construction
4.8(
19
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired M. Snyder Construction to replace 3 ceilings. This was demo and waste disposal through to finish paint. They started and finished according to the schedule. Mike even took my tenantâ s schedule in mind when planning his time frame. While the dumpster was still on site, Mike let us dispose of construction waste we had gathered up from another project. The entire crew is courteous, trustworthy, professional and capable. I was a Designer at an architectural firm that did historic restoration. I have done many a punch list. I had NO post job issues that needed addressing. We heartily recommend M. Snyder Construction"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Elevated Property Solutions
5.0(
16
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Closet - BuildCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Brandon called within a couple hours of my online request. He tore apart our old deck and rebuilt the underneath while saving our composite deck boards and railings. He did this job in two days! His attention to detail, integrity, and ability to communicate issues he saw were a much appreciated trait that you don’t find with many contractors these days. I will definitely hire him again!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Benchmark General Contracting
4.7(
23
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Arbor, Pergola or Trellis - Build CustomCarpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - Repair+2 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Brad and Ben are a fantastic team!! They return calls and arrive when they say they will be there. Very knowledgeable and made excellent recommendations for our deck. Clean up after the project was great. We love our deck and will hire them again for any project we have in the future!!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Brandon Arno
5.0(
6
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairInterior Trim and Decorative Moldings - Install+1 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, detail oriented to the point of offering ideas and letting me decide without any pressure. He worked as if it was his own deck. He did the job with skill and didn't waste my time or his. Outstanding experience work experience working with Brandon. Will hire him again in the future for a kitchen remodel without hesitation!"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement

+63

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Upstate N.Y. Home Renovations, LLC
4.5(
9
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent company, and excellent service all around. George was very personable, and very easy to communicate with. We had a bedroom turned into a full bath, laundry relocated, and new flooring installed. He did exactly what we were looking for, and added some really nice finishing touches. Worked quick, and efficiently, and took care of any issues with the projects very professionally, and attentively. Very affordable as well, as our total price came in under what we were expecting. Will definitely use this company again, and highly recommend him. Thank you!"
Elevated deck
Laminent flooring
Ceramic flooring
Laminent Flooring
New Master bathroom

+13

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Mercure's All Home Improvements
5.0(
6
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Interior Trim and Decorative Moldings - InstallWood Stairs and Railings - Install or ReplaceWood Stairs and Railings - Repair

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Customers say: Quick response

"Mercuri immediately responded to search for a repair to my slider door. He came right away and investigated the problem. He located correct parts locally an replaced the roolers and seal the same afternoon. The bill was more than fair and he earned a tip."
Response time2 days
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ProVision Contracting
3.8(
23
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Carpentry Framing - Install

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an addition added to my house. The work was done with perfection. Mark and Scott were phenomenal. I could not ask for better and meticulous work. Very knowledgeable, pleasant, considerate, understanding, empathetic and kind. I was so stressed free that I did not have to worry about anything. I can keep going on how great they were. And No, I am not getting paid to say this. It is honestly true."
New Kitchen
New Kitchen
General Services
New Tiled Shower
New Shower

+18

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

Board and batten is a type of wainscotting that uses wider boards that are placed vertically, and it has a much more rustic aesthetic than wainscotting. Common wainscotting styles are raised-panel, flat-panel, and beadboard. Wainscotting is more intricate and will typically use more elegant, subtle trims compared to the more farmhouse-inspired boards of board and batten styles.

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.

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.

If you don’t have a coping saw, you can use an angle grinder to cope crown molding, but it takes a little more precision. Place your molding down on your workbench, angle the grinder at a 45-degree angle toward the molding, and back cut the wood. You’ll need to carefully angle your grinder to accommodate the curves in the wood, and aim to remove around 1 inch from the profile of the molding.

Spindles on a deck may also be called balusters or pickets. While not as important to the structural support of the deck as the rail posts, they play a critical role in ensuring the deck is safe to use by closing in large gaps in the railing. For this reason, balusters must be no more than 4 inches away from one another.

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