What is the most challenging part of millwork?
Question: That’s a lot of work! Cherry: It is, but the goal in the end for most millwork is to make it look like it has always been there – like it grew out of the house naturally. That takes exacting detail and a fine touch. Question: How long does it take to finish once the design is done? Cherry: If it is possible, we get the work done at the convenience of our clients. Realistically, a big walnut library takes 2-3 weeks planning, 4-5 weeks of construction, and a least another month installing. Finally, a finisher has to come in and complete the look. For a simple built in bookshelf it can be done in 3 days: I build it, Kim paints it, and it is installed the next day. The complexity of the project dictates everything. Question: What inspired you to do millwork? Cherry: We started in furniture, and millwork and furniture aren’t too far apart. Some of our customers wanted millwork done, we did it, they liked it, and we have ended up doing more. One of the things you can say about mill
