Projects

Explore recent projects by The Carpenter’s Mark, featuring custom carpentry and home updates: thoughtful details, durable materials, and clean finishes.

Custom Woodwork

  • Custom Furniture

    Designed and built a custom cabinet for a narrow hallway, sized to the space and finished with soft-close doors and an interior shelf for practical storage.

  • Basement Barn Doors

    Built and installed a custom double-wide barn door to create separation between a basement bedroom and the main living space; adding privacy while keeping the layout flexible and the look clean.

  • Wet Bar Horizontal Slat Wall

    Built and installed a horizontal wood slat wall behind a basement wet bar to add warmth, texture, and a finished focal point; an easy upgrade that elevated the entire entertaining area.

  • Commercial Shelving and Cabinetry

    Built and installed commercial cabinetry and shelving for a downtown Des Moines space. Clean, durable storage designed for function, efficiency, and a polished finished look.

Renovations & Remodels

  • Stone Fireplace and Douglas Fir Mantel

    This Fort Collins family wanted a simple upgrade with big impact. We added a dry-stack stone accent and installed a Douglas Fir mantel to create a warm focal point and elevate the living room.

  • Bathroom Cabinetry Installation

    Installed bathroom cabinetry with a clean, secure fit; carefully leveled, anchored, and finished for a polished look that holds up to everyday use.

  • Full Wall IKEA Cabinet Installation

    Installed a full wall of modern IKEA cabinets for a clean, built-in look. Carefully leveled, aligned, and secured for a seamless finish and everyday functionality.

Finish Carpentry

  • Whole-Room Finish Package

    Installed a full lower-height wainscoting package around the entire room, plus statement feature walls; including one stone accent wall and three wood slat walls. Finished the space with white horizontal slats on the ceiling to add texture, depth, and a cohesive modern look throughout.

  • Commercial Baseboard and Trim Installation

    Installed custom baseboard and trim throughout a downtown Des Moines commercial space; clean lines, tight corners, and a finished look that elevates the entire interior.

Small Projects & Repairs

  • Exterior Door Replacement

    Replaced an exterior door with a modern updated style and finished it with clean white trim for a crisp, refreshed entry that looks sharp from both inside and out.

  • Interior Door Replacement

    Replaced an interior door with a clean white upgrade for a fresh, modern look and a smoother everyday function.

  • Shower Caulk Refresh

    Removed failing caulk and cleaned up the shower trim, then re-caulked to create clean lines and a fresh, sealed finish; inside and outside the shower.

Tile & Flooring Installation

  • Basement Kitchenette Backsplash

    Installed vertical subway tile for a basement kitchenette backsplash in a fun statement color, using a clean layout that adds personality while still feeling polished and modern.

  • Diagonal Subway Tile Kitchen Backsplash

    Installed light gray subway tile on a diagonal for a modern kitchen backsplash upgrade; adding movement and a clean, updated look while keeping the space bright and timeless.

  • Bathroom Flooring Update

    Updated bathroom flooring with a modern, light-toned tile that brightens the space and gives it a clean, refreshed look; finished with crisp cuts and clean transitions around fixtures.

  • Hex Tile Bathroom Floor

    Replaced bathroom flooring with a fun hexagonal tile for a fresh, modern update; clean layout, crisp grout lines, and a look that instantly brightens the space.

  • Shower Refresh: Subway Tile Surround

    Refreshed this tub/shower with a clean white subway tile surround for a bright, modern update; finished with crisp lines and a timeless layout that instantly elevates the space.

  • Bathroom Flooring Update

    Upgraded this bathroom with a classic black-and-white hex tile floor for a crisp, timeless look; adding contrast, character, and a clean finished feel to the space.

Custom Builds & Trade Collaboration

  • Custom RV Bathroom Renovation

    Renovated an RV bathroom with a custom countertop and updated finishes: installed a new sink and faucet, refreshed the hardware, replaced the mirror, and completed detail upgrades for a cleaner, more modern look in a small space.

  • Custom RV Living Room & Entertainment Area

    Renovated an RV living room for comfort and function; built a custom fold-out couch with storage, created a litter box enclosure that doubles as an ottoman, and added a projector setup for an upgraded, space-smart hangout area.

  • Arched Doorway Framing

    Framed a standard doorway into a custom arched opening for a bathroom remodel; built to precise dimensions and ready for the drywaller to finish for a smooth, seamless arch.