When it comes to furniture work in the Tri-State area, there is no name more trusted than Cutting Edge Carpenters, LLC. Owner, Sean McClenathan, is renowned throughout the region for his high quality work, attention to detail, and deep commitment to customer service. McClenathan customizes each project to suit the clients individual needs, and experienced in a number of styles, including farmhouse, rustic and modern. He handles each project himself, and boasts a particular expertise in custom tables, islands, and bar tops.
"Sean was amazing! He was flexible with his work schedule to accommodate our workday. He was reasonably priced, and professional throughout the entire project. Our project turned out amazing! I’m looking forward to hiring Sean for many projects in our home! Thanks Sean for creating the perfect seating bench for our family. We’re looking forward to the memories we’ll create using your masterpiece. Count on us to give you another call! Thanks again!"
Anthony E on May 2020
When it comes to furniture work in the Tri-State area, there is no name more trusted than Cutting Edge Carpenters, LLC. Owner, Sean McClenathan, is renowned throughout the region for his high quality work, attention to detail, and deep commitment to customer service. McClenathan customizes each project to suit the clients individual needs, and experienced in a number of styles, including farmhouse, rustic and modern. He handles each project himself, and boasts a particular expertise in custom tables, islands, and bar tops.
"Sean was amazing! He was flexible with his work schedule to accommodate our workday. He was reasonably priced, and professional throughout the entire project. Our project turned out amazing! I’m looking forward to hiring Sean for many projects in our home! Thanks Sean for creating the perfect seating bench for our family. We’re looking forward to the memories we’ll create using your masterpiece. Count on us to give you another call! Thanks again!"
Anthony E on May 2020
We are Opal Studios. We are a woodworking shop based in South Philadelphia. We specialize in custom furniture fabrication, flooring installations, stair rehab and installation, and other miscellaneous woodworking projects. We are proud to work side-by-side with the region's best exotic hardwood proprietor. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! DISCLAIMER: we are craftsmen, not handymen. Please don't contact us for things such as fixing that one cabinet door in your house.
"Contractor was hired in order to repair a wooden gate. The prior gate lasted for 13 years. The gate that they rebuilt lasted for 18 months. When customer questioned whether the gate would last over time, contractor gave a 1 year warranty, but gate failed after 18 months."
richard p on April 2021
We are Opal Studios. We are a woodworking shop based in South Philadelphia. We specialize in custom furniture fabrication, flooring installations, stair rehab and installation, and other miscellaneous woodworking projects. We are proud to work side-by-side with the region's best exotic hardwood proprietor. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! DISCLAIMER: we are craftsmen, not handymen. Please don't contact us for things such as fixing that one cabinet door in your house.
"Contractor was hired in order to repair a wooden gate. The prior gate lasted for 13 years. The gate that they rebuilt lasted for 18 months. When customer questioned whether the gate would last over time, contractor gave a 1 year warranty, but gate failed after 18 months."
richard p on April 2021
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Josh and his team were excellent. He came out to get the measurements and was very thorough. His shop was equipped with proper tooling and machinery to handle any size project. He did a first class job. This is my 5th time using a custom cabinet shop and I would recommend Elite to anyone looking for good craftsmanship and a fair price!"
Jack S on March 2025
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate, with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!
"Josh and his team were excellent. He came out to get the measurements and was very thorough. His shop was equipped with proper tooling and machinery to handle any size project. He did a first class job. This is my 5th time using a custom cabinet shop and I would recommend Elite to anyone looking for good craftsmanship and a fair price!"
Jack S on March 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Highly recommend! Isaias always does an incredible job with any upholstery job that I give him. It’s high quality work and a quick turnaround. The guys are nice and very helpful. I have used Isa for many projects over the last 15 years"
andrew M on February 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Highly recommend! Isaias always does an incredible job with any upholstery job that I give him. It’s high quality work and a quick turnaround. The guys are nice and very helpful. I have used Isa for many projects over the last 15 years"
andrew M on February 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I recently had the pleasure of working with DJB Constructions for several projects at my home, including the installation of a garage loft, laminate flooring, a gazebo, bathroom remodeling, and painting. The quality of their work was exceptional, but what truly stood out was their dedication to customer satisfaction. Not only did they deliver high-quality results, but their after-service support was also commendable. I would definitely recommend DJB Constructions as a one-stop shop for all your construction needs. Their professionalism and commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction make them a reliable choice for any project"
Sudhir P on March 2025
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"I recently had the pleasure of working with DJB Constructions for several projects at my home, including the installation of a garage loft, laminate flooring, a gazebo, bathroom remodeling, and painting. The quality of their work was exceptional, but what truly stood out was their dedication to customer satisfaction. Not only did they deliver high-quality results, but their after-service support was also commendable. I would definitely recommend DJB Constructions as a one-stop shop for all your construction needs. Their professionalism and commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction make them a reliable choice for any project"
Sudhir P on March 2025
Installing a window seat can take anywhere from three to 20 hours, depending on the complexity of the project. A professional carpenter can complete a basic installation in as little as three hours if no modifications are needed. If they need to remove cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, it can extend the work to a full day. If you're tackling a DIY project, expect it to take a full day for a basic seat and several days for more advanced designs that involve extra structural adjustments.
A built-in window seat that measures four feet in width will seat two adults comfortably or let one person stretch out. Ideal dimensions are 17 to 20 inches in depth and 16 to 21 inches in height to ensure a balanced design and optimal comfort. Make sure your window seat isn't higher than the bottom of your window for a harmonious look in your space.
You might need a building permit to install your window seat. Even though it's an indoor modification, some municipalities require permits for any built-in seating that is added to residential properties. Check with your local building authorities and your professional carpenter to ensure you're in compliance and avoid any potential penalties.