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Top-Rated Woodworkers in Mentor - Updated Nov 2026

Genis Woodworking & Design
4.9(
7
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Custom Cabinets - BuildFurniture - Build Custom

Serving Mentor, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jerry was professional and took the project that others thought it was minor and would not. He delivered my butcher block countertops and refaced my cabinet doors. What a magnificent change to my kitchen. His work is excellent. I would highly recommend this contractor for your cabinet and woodworking."
Genis Woodworking & Design
Genis Woodworking & Design
Genis Woodworking & Design
Genis Woodworking & Design
Genis Woodworking & Design

+3

Response time9 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Home Improvement and Remodeling
5.0(
17
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Carpentry Framing - InstallCarpentry Framing - RepairCloset - Build+3 more

Serving Mentor, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We sure got lucky to find Paul from Home Improvement and Remodeling. He arrived to the second of the time he would start not a minute before or after. His attention to detail is quite remarkable,I can honestly say he strives for perfection. I will use this company again, he is our go to from now on. Wonderful work and reasonably priced."
Vinyl planks
Deck refinishing
Ceiling drywall in the basement
Deck boards replacement with pressure treated wood
Opening in a load bearing wall

+496

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Woodworking FAQs, answered by experts

Landscape timbers can last 10 to 20 years in the ground when installed correctly. Pressure-treated timbers will last longer than non-treated ones, as pressure treatment makes the wood more rot-resistant. Wood exposed to high moisture levels or extreme temperature and weather fluctuations may not last as long as wood in drier areas with more consistent weather.

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.

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.

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. 

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).

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