We started this custom deck project in the beginning of January 2023. We dug 3’ deep holes and pored the concrete piers first. Then we framed the deck in sections and got it leveled over the piers. Next we installed the posts and joists followed by the decking, stairs and finally the cable railing! It was a challenging job and we are very proud of how it turned out. Contact JEM Carpentry to begin designing your dream deck or other outdoor living projects! Click Here! … [Read more...] about Custom Deck by JEM Carpentry
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Custom Dry Bar
Designed, built and installed by JEM Carpentry in Loveland, CO. December 2022 Our Customers had a great vision of what they wanted the custom dry bar in their new home in Loveland, CO to look like. This design started as a sketch drawn by the customer and evolved into the beautiful custom space shown above! We sure are proud of this one. … [Read more...] about Custom Dry Bar
On Building Cabinets
Cabinet making is a trade that takes years to master, but that doesn’t mean you can’t build a cabinet unless you’ve had years of experience… with good instruction, the right tools and processes, and patience you CAN build your own cabinets. There are lots of ways to build cabinets, and a variety of tools and materials you can use to get the job done. This is the process we use and it has served us well. Get Organized ~ Tools & Materials The right tools for the job are important, but they don’t need to be the best tools and to build basic cabinets you don’t need a whole shop full of them. Here’s a list of the tools you should have to build your own basic cabinets. Tools Materials Make a Plan ~ Design & Cut-List A good build starts with a good design and a good plan. There needs to be an order of operations and design comes first. You have know what your building and what it’s going to look like when your done to be successful in cabinet … [Read more...] about On Building Cabinets
Custom Bookshelves & File Cabinets
These custom file cabinets and bookshelves were designed, built, finished and installed by JEM Carpentry in Loveland, CO. September 2022. Round Two… Knotty Alder bookshelves with painted Maple file cabinets & radius valance piece. … [Read more...] about Custom Bookshelves & File Cabinets
Custom Feature Wall
Design/Build This grid-style feature wall was designed, built, and installed by JEM Carpentry in Fort Collins, Colorado.. Our customers wanted to add some interior design elements to their new home and called us to help bring their ideas to life! This space in the kitchen/dining area is perfect for a feature wall like this one! Feature walls are a great design element and are relatively simple to build. The first step to any successful construction endeavor is a thoughtful and intentional design. Below is the scaled drawing for this project created by our designer, Jane Kincaid. Having a visual representation of what we are building is crucial to making sure everything comes out just right. … [Read more...] about Custom Feature Wall
Custom Mantle in Walnut
This custom mantle was built from mill-sawn 4/4 walnut boards, sourced through our local supplier, and surfaced in our shop. I love to use rough lumber from the mill as you never know quite how each piece will look until it is surfaced down to S4S lumber. This batch included some really great pieces of wood with lots of character! The finish coat is a resin-modified tung oil over bare walnut sanded to 220 grit. … [Read more...] about Custom Mantle in Walnut
How To Install A Door
Installing doors is almost a trade unto itself, as there are many different types and styles of interior doors. In this article, we will be discussing how to install a pre-hung, interior door, which closes into a jam and against the stop. Make Sure You Have The Right Door You need to have the correct door! Pre-built doors usually come in sizes ranging from 24” (2’-0”) up to 36” (3’-0”), are either right-handed or left-handed and usually come pre-hung on a jam. The measurement of the door is the measurement of the slab, also called a panel, and does not include the jam. So the rough opening (RO) for a 2-8 or (32”) door, will be about 2” wider than the slab, or 34”. This extra space is to accommodate the jam legs and any shims needed (more on shims later). Once you have determined that you have the correct size door for the opening, you need to figure out which way the door will swing. Standing in front of a door, as if to walk through the opening, does the door swing left … [Read more...] about How To Install A Door
Custom Coffee Bar
Designed, Built, Finished, & Expertly Installed By JEM Carpentry Inc … [Read more...] about Custom Coffee Bar
White Oak Mantle & Custom Cabinetry
Designed, Built, Finished & Expertly Installed By JEM Carpentry Inc Now taking orders for custom cabinetry projects for spring and summer 2022 ~ Contact us to start the process of turning your vision into reality! This existing home in Erie Colorado was updated with a new white oak mantle, cabinetry and shelving and two paint grade feature walls. We built the cabinets in the shop and the rest was built and finished on site. This project was 2 weeks from starting the cabinet build in the shop, to having our part of this fireplace remodel completed. … [Read more...] about White Oak Mantle & Custom Cabinetry
Tongue and Groove Ceiling & Box Beams
We can design, build & ship box beams and beam wrap kits anywhere in the world (for the most part). Design and install services are also available locally in Northern Colorado. Talk with a millwork expert at JEM Carpentry about your next ceiling beam project - Click Here to Fill Out An Inquiry Form Today! This ceiling and box beam build was a fun project! We started with 16' lengths of 1' x 6' Pine, constructing U beams and L beams with wood biscuits, pocket screws, and glue. Lot's of sanding followed - 3 grits of sandpaper down to 220 for a very smooth finish. We installed the beams to cleats glued and nailed to the ceiling. Click Here to Contact JEM Carpentry about your next project! … [Read more...] about Tongue and Groove Ceiling & Box Beams
Reclaimed & Refined
At JEM Carpentry Inc we are passionate and excited about reducing the crazy amount of construction waste that is put into our landfills every year. Whenever there is an opportunity to reclaim and/or re-use, we take it; and we try to make it cool. Inquire with The JEM Design Team team to collaborate on your reclaimed project! … [Read more...] about Reclaimed & Refined
Moldings
Moldings come in all shapes, sizes and styles. From base molding and door casing, to chair rail and crown molding, there are even custom moldings that craftsmen will sometimes create on site to match existing trim in old homes. Just like there are many different types of moldings, there are also many ways to cut and install them. A good lesson in cutting moldings is making sure the way you are cutting it, is the way it will be applied. For example, when I cut crown molding it is easiest for me to "nest" it on the saw, in the position it will sit on the wall or cabinet. You can cut complex moldings like crown molding flat on the saw, but it requires a compound miter cut, and if you are shooting for perfection there is a bit of math involved, which for me equates to increased possibility of mistakes and mis-cuts! … [Read more...] about Moldings
