Rustic Fireplace Mantel
Suzanne needed a very specific size rustic mantel to fit in with a living room redesign. I used a reclaimed beam from an old church. Stained with an oil based stain, clear coated with shellac, then finished with a paste wax. A large check on the wood is held together with a metal butterfly dutchman patch I created from an old carpenters framing square.
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Custom design and fabrication specializing in recycled materials.
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Beth Goodwin
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MMartha
For Martha's Dining Table5.0As an Interior Designer/Decorator, I want only the best for my clients. Most of my projects require at least one custom made product. Whether it's window treatments, cushions, art or furniture.
This project required a custom sized table to fit in front of a custom designed and built banquette. My client wanted a specific stain color and tone as well as a specific table base.
Matt is beyond professional and his workmanship is top notch. My client is more than happy - thrilled would be the better word!
Matt really listens to the requirements and wishes - delivers on all points.
I would highly recommend working with Matt. Extremely happy.
Really looking forward to working with Matt again on the next project!
Martha Nazzaro
Grace~full Interiors
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Joe
For Joe's 2 pieces of OSB (desk tops)5.0Matthew was easy to work with and went above and beyond what I was expecting to make sure the final result was perfect. It was especially helpful to see the experimental finish on some scrap material before sanding and treating the actual pieces. And a nice guy, too.
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david sloss
For Metal Frame Desk / Shelves5.0Working with Matthew was an excellent experience and I'm happy very with the final products. My desk and shelves came out even better than I had hoped. Matthew is knowlegable, flexible, and a pleasure to work with. I would recommend his services without reservation.
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Anastasia Standrik
For Clothing Rack, Garment Rack, Texas Style5.0The rack looked exactly the way I wanted it too. It was great to be able to coordinate all the measurements I need and have this one of a kind piece of furniture fit my room perfectly for such a decent price. Would highly recommend working with Matthew Karl.
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