Clean Slate Builds

Clean Slate Builds Custom finish and feature carpentry, with a special focus on restoration and preservation.

Trying to use as many parts as possible when salvaging what almost went to the landfill.Hardware for sure, glass absolut...
12/08/2025

Trying to use as many parts as possible when salvaging what almost went to the landfill.
Hardware for sure, glass absolutely, but I had been unsure about actual sashes, as rarely will they fit in different homes (so far)
So I take the meeting, top, and bottom rails whenever I can.

ngl… I have a love/hate relationship with install day. I will say, though….. that wood turned out okay for starting this...
12/06/2025

ngl… I have a love/hate relationship with install day. I will say, though….. that wood turned out okay for starting this project with three layers of paint and shellac.

Buildin’ sashes
11/11/2025

Buildin’ sashes

Gotta get outside and use the sun while it’s still possible! Also, lineup is killing it!
11/04/2025

Gotta get outside and use the sun while it’s still possible! Also, lineup is killing it!

19. 😳19 lite fixed sash (1of 2) from an 1896 Drake Park residence, being restored to its original glory.
09/03/2025

19. 😳

19 lite fixed sash (1of 2) from an 1896 Drake Park residence, being restored to its original glory.

It’s like a puzzle. But 130 years old 😅Today’s project… reconstruction of a 13 lite decorative sash for another project ...
07/29/2025

It’s like a puzzle. But 130 years old 😅
Today’s project… reconstruction of a 13 lite decorative sash for another project in Drake Park with and

Most of the muntins fell out when the glass was pulled, which makes the scraping and sanding easier, but this part is less than optimal.

Holy crap.A recent renovation/restoration project I was part of is a finalist for historic renovation of the year from ...
11/22/2024

Holy crap.
A recent renovation/restoration project I was part of is a finalist for historic renovation of the year from DSM Home Design Awards 2025… my staircase restoration was featured as a centerpiece of the project!!!

For context, I’ve never been recognized in public like this for anything I’ve ever done. I’m sorta freaking out right now.

Thanks to for the opportunity, for the design and trust, and .n.more for the gorgeous materials!



Granted I don’t drink, but I have a good feeling about this job lead….
10/28/2024

Granted I don’t drink, but I have a good feeling about this job lead….

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