Molding and Architectural Details
• All millwork: chair rail, panel moldings, etc.
• Crown molding (single, double, triple)
• Wainscoting
• Stairways and wrought iron balusters
• Bead-board paneling
Custom Woodworking and “Built-ins”
• Built-ins, bookcases, and cabinets
• Entertainment and media cabinets
• Custom fireplace mantels
• Coffered ceilings
• Wall niches
• Home offices
• Custom closets
Professional Installation
• Cabinet installation
• Hardwood and laminate floors, etc.
Moldings and woodworking add charm, warmth and ambience, giving character to an otherwise ordinary room or space. These unique custom touches reflect your personality and sense of style. Whether it is adding a media center to hold a widescreen TV, or crown molding to a bare room, we have the expertise and talent to help!
What to look for in Custom Woodworking
and Finish Carpentry
Design
Does it achieve its functional purpose?
Is the design attractive?
Does it appeal to the senses?
Is it proportioned to the space?
Craftsmanship
Does it look well constructed?
Are the joints tight and crisp?
Are the joints properly glued?
Is it square and plumb?
Is it fitted correctly in the designated space?
Does it pass the shake test?
Finish Preparation
Are the nail holes properly filled (no indentations)?
Are other imperfections in the wood filled and sanded?
Is the correct primer used for the type of finish paint?
Is the trim caulked to give a seamless appearance?
How well is the piece sanded, and is it sanded before each successive coat of paint?
Is the woodwork smooth and silky before the final coat of paint is applied?
Finish
If brush painted, do the brush strokes follow the grain, and are they inconspicuous?
Does the paint look molded to the woodwork?
Is the woodwork smooth and silky after the final coat of paint is applied?
