Welcome! to EL Henson Woodworking

Our company specializes in creating Custom Cabinetry and Custom Furniture to fit your needs. Those who love fine crafted wood furnishings will appreciate the time and quality that goes into every piece. Our finished furnishings will provide function, durability, and decorative distinction. The finest wood veneers and solid lumber are used. We specialize in creating custom wooden entertainment centers, office credenzas, desks,  bookcases, storage cabinets, tables and decorative flooring inlay medallions...just to name a few.  We also offer a custom Marquetry service with decorative inlay bandings and medallions that are crafted in our shop using age old techniques and modern equipment. Our designs are inspired by old world patterns and original designs. Be assured that every piece is made to last a life time and become a cherished family heirloom.

Lee Henson, owner and principle designer, has over 20 years of woodworking experience.  Lee comes from a long line of craftsmen.  He prides his work ethics and accomplishments from the blessings that have been handed down through the generations.  He started E L Henson Inlay and Design company in 2009. Working with local contractors and  interior designers building custom cabinetry and furniture.  Lee has  worked with veneer panel and custom woodworking companies providing them with custom Marquetry and woodworking services. He has worked for many local homeowners who require a craftsmen with the skills necessary for their custom woodwork.  His company  provides an on-line catalog with wood inlay-ed products for furniture makers, and a  laser cutting service.  Lee is a good listener and strives to provide his customers with a  satisfied experience.  He enjoys crafting inlay-ed furniture, building custom cabinetry, being creative with design  as well as helping others add detail to their work.

Please contact us to review your requirements.

I'd like to explain a little about the building process of my cabinets and why I believe the quality is better than a cabinet you you can purchase at a do it yourself  home center. I do not purchased cabinets or doors already made. They are build in my shop. I build traditional style face frame cabinetry using solid kiln dried lumber. The lumber is planed and milled, carefully selecting the best woods. Boards that have a nice cathedral, are saved for door panels. Straight tight grain lumber is selected for the stile, rails and moldings. We machine sand our lumber to the same grit to make sure planer marks are removed to achieve a uniform surface prepped for finish. The cases are built using interior cabinet grade plywood. Store bought cabinets are usually made with a particle board core, using thin sides and backs, with inferior hardware.

I use quality concealed and adjustable euro hinges, drawers are made of beech solids with a Baltic birch 1/2" thick bottom and half blind dovetails, with good quality ball bearing slides. The shelving is made strong enough not to bow under heavy  loads. Doors are made of all solids, raised panels are made to live. Solid woods will expand and contract, this is called seasonal movement. That is taken into consideration in the door construction. The joinery  is cut on a wood shaper that gives the doors detail and strength. The solid trim choose compliments the existing wood. I do tell my customers that I like to have a little creative room when building. Cabinets are assembled, erected, trimmed, sanded and finished in our shop, then carefully disassembled  and reassembled at your home or space. The finishes used are professional cabinet grade products with a satin hand rubbed sheen. I hand wax all my cabinetry and furniture when installed. Knobs are a last touch, I can install once you pick them out. I'm looking forward to working with you and providing you with quality service for years to come.