At Little Wolf, we put over seven generations of woodworking expertise to work for you!
We meet personally with each client in our Manhattan workshop to consult on your project. We'll review floorplans, show you the possibilities and discuss your needs to come up with a custom quote. After we agree on an estimate, we'll take measurements in your home and create the final drawings. Your tailor-made cabinetry or casework will be completed in an average of just six weeks, thanks to our trusted staff and in-house operations, at which time we'll call you to make an appointment for installation.
Business highlights
69 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Custom built cabinetry, radiator covers, kitchens, entertainment units, bookcases, lofts beds, closets, drawers and more
Very prompt to respond to my request. Worked well with the tenant to schedule the appointment.
Description of Work: Closet door repair, kitchen cabinet repair.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$110
Christopher D.
07/2015
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
John was great! He and his team did a great job from measuring to installation. We had one problem matching one cabinet with built-in and they took it back to the shop and reconfigured so it looked perfect. I'm extremely particular and they met and exceeded my expectations!
Description of Work: Put Built-in units throughout apt.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Martin M.
10/2014
5.0
custom cabinets, custom furniture, woodworking
+ 1 more
Little Wolf built custom cabinets on three walls of my living/dining room. Great company to work with. Very professional and kept their word every step of the way. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Custom cabinets
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$12,000
Carmen G.
03/2014
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
Would highly recommend. Professional service and excellent craftsmanship . Delivers on all promises . Will come back years later to fix something.
Description of Work: Designed and build library and desk wall system. Extended kitchen with island and cabinets . Built in cabinet and side boy for dinning room.
It went very good, they did an excellent job, very pleased with the work.
Description of Work: Had cabinets put in, bookshelf and woodwork built in around the fire place.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,500
Dore M.
10/2013
5.0
custom cabinets, custom furniture
+ 0 more
Everything was perfect. I worked with the owner on exactly what I wanted. He was helpfull with suggestions and with some do's and don'ts. Very accomadating. There is crown molding on the unit that continues the existing molding. Looks amazing. I did not shop around so I cannot say if I could have done better on price. The quality is top notch. I was not in a hurry but they were ready in the time they promised. The only thing is that they do not do the painting. They suggest two guys. I didn't realize that the painting is a specialty. You can't use a regular painter, he has to be particular to this type of work. That was an additional cost, $1000 for the smaller unit and $1500 for the larger.I have not done this part yet.
Description of Work: Built 2 separate units, one for the bedroom and one for the living room.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Philip H.
02/2013
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
They are absolute experts from start to finish
Description of Work: They did built-ins for my apartment. Amazing job. Fair price but the results were extremely high-end. Could not have been happier. Looked like I spent twice as much.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000
Peter C.
02/2013
4.0
custom cabinets, contractors, woodworking
+ 1 more
Overall a good experience. Only complaint was that the A/C cover did not quite fit when they first came to install, and they had to bring the pieces back for adjustment.
Description of Work: We had Little Wolf make two A/C (radiator style) covers, as well as a custom bookshelf.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Lee B.
02/2013
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
They were excellent. The quality of their work is also excellent.
Description of Work: I used the services of Little Wolf Cabinet Shop. They made me a cabinet.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
David T.
01/2013
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
I did an extensive search for a provider to build a large wall unit for storage in my apartment. I narrowed it down to five cabinet makers, and interviewed them all. John Wolf came to my apartment and gave me a free estimate. Based on the materials, hardware, and finishes that we discussed, it was a very competitive quote and I would have gone with him. The only reason I didn't use his services is because he doesn't paint the cabinets and I'd have to contract separately with a painter, which would have added complication and expense. I got a good impression of him and I will definitely consider his services in the future.
Description of Work: Little Wolf Cabinet Shop Recommended
After having compared prices and "attitudes", so to speak, of several carpenters/cabinet makers, I went to Little Wolf, who had done beautiful cabinets for me many years ago in another apartment. I went into the shop, described what I wanted, and as I explained, Karl, the father, made an instant drawing from my description - along with a few suggestions from him about how things could work. The prices were high, and the cabinets would be delivered unpainted (my choice - they would have painted them, I think, for an extra fee). Karl's son came to my apartment within a day or two to take exact measurements. The carpentry shop is right on the premises, and one can watch the carpenters work. Two weeks or so after the order, the built-in units were delivered and attached them to the walls. One of the units had a problem with a cabinet door and it was taken care of immediately. All of the people involved were extremely polite and helpful.
Description of Work: When I moved into an apartment near the Little Wolf Cabinet Shop I wanted two very large built-in cabinets. Both took up an entire wall in the room. In the living room I wanted bookshelves and built-in cabinets for TV, electronics, etc. In the bedroom I wanted storage cabinets, more bookshelves and a surface for photgrphaphs, bibetlots, etc.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
Timothy G.
12/2012
2.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
Took 4 weeks to get a quote. Several emails unresponded to. But in the end, it did not matter, as we decided we needed solid wood cabinets.
Description of Work: Offered to give me a rough quote on cabinets, based on architect's drawings.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
Heris S.
10/2010
5.0
custom cabinets, contractors
+ 0 more
Their craftsmanship is just beautiful. They are very accommodating and it was just a great experience.
Description of Work: They built a 12-foot wall unit with shelves, lights, and glass doors.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Tara N.
01/2010
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
We are very pleased. We met with Gene at the cabinet shop to introduce the job and draw up initial plans. We were able to walk through the wood shop to see various examples of cabinets-very helpful. John came to our home to take measurements and finalize the plans. Within 4 weeks we had the installers in our home assembling the unit. We were part of the entire process. In addtion, instead of using the basic fixtures they provide, we went to Home Depot and purchased handles. We gave these to Little wolf and they fixed them on the unit. Little Wolf can provide resources for possible painters. The only downside was we then needed to hire painters to finish the unit and that wasn't reflected in the cabinet price...and additionl $1200. Well worth it though!
Description of Work: Custom cabinets built for our living room. Approx. 14 ft long and 8 feet tall. The cabinets included a china cabinet, desk, shelves, media unit, and many cabinets.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$9,500
Terry S.
01/2010
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
This is a really old-fashioned neighborhood business: a little informal, but completely professional and scrupulous. I walked in to discuss new kitchen cabinets with Mr. Wolf. We talked about what I wanted and he drew up a quick sketch. John came over within a day or two to take measurements and the cabinets were built in about four weeks. I gave all appliance specifications to the shop. The installation was painless and very well done. The only surprise was that all their work is unfinished and you need to hire a finisher to stain and varnish all the wood. However, they have people they know and trust and will give you recommendations. After the refinishing and the rest of the remodel there were little adjustments to be made to doors and drawers and they came right away to do these minor fixes. This was a smooth and happy experience. The cabinets are beautiful and just exactly as I envisioned them.
Description of Work: New kitchen cabinets
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
Jennifer Z.
12/2009
5.0
custom cabinets, custom furniture
+ 0 more
It is absolutely gorgeous. They are awesome. It took six to eight weeks. They were very much on schedule and it was done when he promised it. It is beautiful quality workmanship. It is really, really spectacular. We designed it together. We had gotten other estimates and his price was between $2-3,000 less. I saw other units that he had made and everything was really gorgeous. The units are really custom-made to your specifications. He takes great pride in his cabinetry and his workers are very happy and they put a lot of effort and pride in their work. He has been around a long time. The quality was excellent. The installers did a great job. They had to make a couple of changes. The media unit had to be cut and they made another shelf on the spot so everything was done at the end of the day. The only downside is that he doesn?t finish the furniture. He will give you the names of people that will do the finishing.
Description of Work: I used Little Wolf Cabinet Shop to build a cherry wood wall cabinet. It covers over a 20 foot wall. There is a desk area, a television media area, glass cabinets and other cabinetry.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
SAM JOANNA G.
11/2009
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
I was very pleased with them. I thought that they did a really good job and that they were professional. They don?t paint so you have to bring in your own painters. They worked with my on the design and they tried to be accommodating. I have them working on another unit right now.
Description of Work: Little Wolf Cabinet Shop made some cabinets for me.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,778
Charles P.
06/2009
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
Very straightforward. First step, you describe what you want, and then Mr. Wolf makes a sketch on the spot, offering helpful suggestions along the way. Then he can give you a ballpark price on the spot. Next, they come out for measurements, and then start work. They completed it a bit sooner than promised and quickly had it installed. They also set me up with a good independent guy who did the staining.
Description of Work: Constructed and installed a large floor-to-ceiling set of bookcases out of cherry wood.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000
Susan W.
01/2009
5.0
custom cabinets, custom furniture
+ 0 more
We started the process by sitting with John to design the various built-ins. Modifications were made to the room once the Little Wolf representative visited the apartment and measured the apartment. We received many good suggestions and recommendations from Little Wolf, including the height of the built-ins as we have very ornate ceilings, how to redesign the built-ins to accommodate different wall recesses and other alternative suggestions. When my contractor and I decided that we should replace our fire place mantels, the owner of Little Wolf worked with me to re-design the mantels so that the new mantels were similarly ornate. The installations were done on time and the staff people are extremely professional and punctual. Little Wolf does not stain the built-ins-you will need to hire a separate contractor. Would highly recommend Little Wolf to anyone contemplating built-ins.
Description of Work: We recently renovated our apartment and used Little Wolf to build the built-ins in the living room and 2 bedrooms. Also, Little Wolf was responsible for 2 fire place mantels, a bench and a radiator cover. I also used Little Wolf previously in my prior apartment to build a built-in in the living room and a bedroom.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40,000
Louis G.
07/2007
5.0
custom cabinets, woodworking
+ 0 more
I walked in off the street after hearing about Little Wolf from a friend. Mr Wolf sat with me and we designed the four pieces; he gave me prices on the spot. I came in another day and booked the job; paid my deposit. John came to measure and in 5 weeks, just as they said, the pieces were ready for installation. The finisher took the removable pieces (shelves, doors, drawers) to his shop and finished them there and returned to finish the installed sections. The pieces are all beautifully made and finished. We're thinking about having LW make a bed for us next.
Description of Work: Little Wolf built two bathroom vanities and two built in clothing bureaus. One vanity was 8.5' in walnut and the second vanity and two built ins were made of popular and were paint-finished. They designed the units with me, came to measure, and when complete, came to install each. With Little Wolf, the finish (stain or painting) is done by someone else, and they have several finishers with whom they work. They recommended a finisher and the work was wonderful.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$10,000
SARA H.
09/2006
5.0
custom cabinets
+ -1 more
I think the price is reasonable. The workmanship is great.
Description of Work: Made cabinets for the study and bedrooms.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
D JUDITH F.
08/2006
5.0
woodworking
+ -1 more
I happened to watch them unload from the truck and they treated these parts, as if they were infant babies. There's an element of care, expertise. They were very concerned about hanging the units carefully and professionally. They also cleaned up.
Description of Work: To design a shelving unit for the living room, as well as cabinetry for storage and a pantry and install all pieces.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,500
TERRY K.
05/2006
5.0
woodworking
+ -1 more
I LOVED THE SHELVES THAT THEY BUILT. THEY WERE BEAUTIFUL. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY TO EVERYONE WHO WANTS SOME SHELVES BUILT. I HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH THEM AT ALL.
Description of Work: THEY CUSTOM BUILT BOOK CASES AND INSTALLED THEM FOR ME.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,700
Stan P.
03/2006
5.0
remodeling
+ -1 more
THIS COMPANY IS GREAT. THEY REALLY DO HAVE COMPLETE CONTROL OF THEIR CRAFT AND WHAT THEY DO IS A CRAFT. THEY WERE VERY EFFICIENT IN THE MEASURING OF EVERYTHING. THE CABINETS ARE JUST GORGEOUS.
Description of Work: THEY HELPED DESIGN, FABRICATE, AND INSTALL BUILT-IN CABINETS IN OUR DINING AND LIVING ROOM.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,000
02/2006
4.0
contractors
+ -1 more
THE COMPANY IS VERY REASONABLY PRICED. THEY ARE VERY PROFESSIONAL AND COURTEOUS. THEY HELP YOU WITH YOUR DESIGNS AND WORK WITH YOU. I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM TO EVERYBODY.
Description of Work: I HAD AN EIGHT FOOT BOOKCASE BUILT. I WENT TO THEM WITH THE DESIGN THAT I WANTED, AND THEY CAME AND MEASURED IT. THEY BUILT IT IN THE SHOP AND THEN CAME AND INSTALLED IT.
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Service Categories
Cabinet Making,
Finished Carpentry and Woodworking,
Furniture - Custom Made,
Unfinished Carpentry,
General Remodeling,
Kitchen and Bath Remodeling
FAQ
LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP offers free project estimates.
No, LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP does not offer a senior discount.
No, LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP does not offer emergency services.
Yes, LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP offers warranties.
LITTLE WOLF CABINET SHOP offers the following services: Custom built cabinetry, radiator covers, kitchens, entertainment units, bookcases, lofts beds, closets, drawers and more