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        "reviewBody": "There are carpenters and then there are professional woodworking craftsmen. Michael Britten is a professional craftsmen. I own a historic home built in 1790 that needed a lot of attention on the outside, but I wanted everything to look original. Michael replaced all window pediments, entrance way pediments, special molding and my basement door. Michael uses only the highest quality materials and his attention to detail is outstanding. He also works internally to restore cabinets and millwork to the original look. I would recommend Britten Woodworking to anyone looking for high quality craftsmanship."
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              There are carpenters and then there are professional woodworking craftsmen.
              Michael Britten is a professional craftsmen. I own a historic home built in 1790
              that needed a lot of attention on the outside, but I wanted everything to look
              original. Michael replaced all window pediments, entrance way pediments, special
              molding and my basement door. Michael uses only the highest quality materials and
              his attention to detail is outstanding. He also works internally to restore
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              I would recommend Britten Woodworking to anyone looking for high quality craftsmanship.
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              <p>Mike did a super job making our front door. He understood exactly what we
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              <p>Mike is probably the most talented woodworker I have ever seen. His vision
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                 Very highly recommended!</p>
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