Newport, North Carolina

Custom cabinets and furniture, built in the shop

Handcrafted cabinetry, millwork, and furniture for Carteret County and the Crystal Coast.

Newport, North Carolina

Custom cabinets and furniture, built in the shop

Handcrafted cabinetry, millwork, and furniture for Carteret County and the Crystal Coast.

Our Craft & Heritage

Award winning custom woodwork in Newport, North Carolina

Handcrafted Furniture & Custom Millwork

Core Creek Custom Woodwork is built on the belief that furniture should be as unique as the people who use it. For more than 20 years, I've crafted custom pieces by hand at 828 Turnpike Road in Newport, blending time-tested woodworking techniques with fresh, thoughtful design.

Beyond furniture, my shop houses a precision moulder-planer with 400+ knife profiles, allowing me to cut custom crown, casing, chair rail, baseboard, shiplap, handrails, bar rails and more for homes from Morehead City to Beaufort and the rest of the Crystal Coast.

Locally sourced, sustainable materials
Traditional joinery techniques
Custom designs tailored to your space
Heirloom quality built to last generations
400+ stock molding profiles & custom knife grinding
Any wood species—from poplar to walnut to sapele
Historic trim replication & match-to-sample service

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Custom Millwork Services

From historic reproductions to modern designs, I offer precision milling for any project.

Professional Moulding & Millwork

With over 400 knife profiles and custom grinding capabilities, I can create virtually any moulding pattern. My precision moulder-planer handles stock up to 6 inches wide in any domestic or exotic species.

Whether you need to match historic trim or create something entirely new, I'll work with you to achieve the perfect profile for your project.

Crown moulding & baseboards
Door & window casings
Chair rail & picture moulding
Custom knife grinding available

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The Enduring Charm of Handcrafted Wood: More Than Just Furniture, It's a Legacy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about custom cabinets, furniture, millwork, timelines, and the Newport shop.

Millwork refers to custom-milled wood products—such as molding, trim, shiplap, and handrails—cut to precise profiles and dimensions for architectural or decorative use.

Quotes include three parts: (1) a one-time machine setup fee, (2) knife grinding if a custom profile is needed, and (3) a per-linear-foot run charge based on board width, plus the cost of lumber.

I work with a variety of hardwoods including walnut, oak, maple, cherry, and mahogany. I also use reclaimed wood for projects where appropriate. Any species from poplar to walnut to sapele can be milled.

Project timelines vary depending on complexity, size, and the current workload. Typically, smaller projects like a coffee table might take 3-4 weeks, while larger projects like a complete kitchen renovation could take 8-12 weeks.

Yes, I offer a variety of low-VOC and non-toxic finishes that are safe for households with children and pets.

Yes, I specialize in matching existing woodwork, including style, wood species, and finish color. Historic trim replication and match-to-sample service are part of the millwork offering.

I provide full design services for custom furniture and cabinetry projects, and I regularly collaborate with interior designers, architects, and contractors.

The shop is at 828 Turnpike Road, Newport, NC 28570, in Carteret County. Work is built for homes, businesses, and boats across the Crystal Coast, including Morehead City, Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, Emerald Isle, Havelock, and New Bern.

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