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title: "Against The Grain Custom Wood Work — Woodworkers & Carpenters | Houzz"
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address: "Temecula, California 92592, United States"
latitude: 33.4983
longitude: -117.0958
phone: "(951) 538-3877"
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rating: 5
review_count: 4
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followers: 7
last_updated: 2026-11-07
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# Against The Grain Custom Wood Work

Original Houzz profile: [Against The Grain Custom Wood Work](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/against-the-grain-custom-wood-work-pfvwus-pf~757456209)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Woodworkers & Carpenters
- **Location:** Temecula, CA
- **Serves:** San Diego, Corona, Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, Wildomar, Fallbrook, Murrieta Hot Springs, Winchester, Rainbow, Pala, Orange County
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2021), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- 10 Ideabook Saves

Custom furniture, builtins, and home renovations handcrafted with the highest standards and quality.

### Services Provided

- Carpentry
- Custom Built-ins
- Finish Carpentry
- Custom Home Bars
- Interior Door Installation
- Custom Bookcases
- Custom Entertainment Centers
- Custom Fireplace Mantels
- Custom Kitchen Cabinets
- Custom Pantries
- Custom Shelving
- Custom Cabinets
- Cabinet Refacing
- Custom Bathroom Vanities
- Custom Interior Doors
- Custom Molding
- Wainscoting
- Custom Exterior Doors
- Custom Cabinet Doors
- Shelving Installation
- Custom Folding Doors
- Custom Furniture
- Garage Storage
- Cabinet Refinishing
- Custom Closet Doors
- Custom Barn Doors
- Fireplace and Mantel Refinishing
- Interior Design and Staging

### Areas Served

- San Diego
- Corona
- Murrieta
- Temecula
- Menifee
- Wildomar
- Fallbrook
- Murrieta Hot Springs
- Winchester
- Rainbow
- Pala
- Orange County

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Against The Grain Custom Wood Work |
| Address | Temecula, California 92592, United States |
| Phone | (951) 538-3877 |
| Website | https://livingagainstthegrain.houzz.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 7 |

**Social profiles:**
- Blog — http://www.homebuiltins.com/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Against The Grain Custom Wood Work](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/against-the-grain-custom-wood-work-pfvwus-pf~757456209)
- **Website:** https://livingagainstthegrain.houzz.com
- **Phone:** (951) 538-3877

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- Home Trendsetters award of San Diego,
- Wine Country Woodwork Excellence in Renovation.

- **Best of Houzz:** 1 award (2021), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 5.0
- Communication: 5.0
- Value: 5.0

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — Dave, Oct. 2020**

> Complete remodel of whole house was amazing!  From suggestions to complete changes in strategy, they handled everything in stride.  Its hard to find people that are trustworthy and care about their customers.  Vince and Shelley are that team.

**Comment from Against The Grain Custom Wood Work:**

> Thank you Dave. Clients like you are the reason we do this. We're looking forward to future projects with you.

**★★★★★ — Arun Raman, April 2018**

> We worked with Shelley and Vince on two home projects - a library (built-in) and a shiplap paneling around our kitchen island and entryway. Overall, right from our very first meeting, we thoroughly enjoyed working with them. During the course of the project, we found them to be very professional, thorough, quality conscious, and always presented great attention to detail. They listened to our ideas and requirements and were very patient as we worked through the various design options and changes. Their price estimates are reasonable and they completed the project on time!
>
> We have referred them to our neighbors and friends for similar projects, and do anticipate to engage them again for our own future home improvement projects.

**Comment from Against The Grain Custom Wood Work:**

> Thank you so much Arun and Chitra,
> You are an awesome family and we loved working with you. We're looking forward to a long relationship with you too.  V & S

**★★★★★ — Dave Castillo, March 2018**

> Vince and Shelly do amazing work. We have had them do several custom built-ins, a barn door, wine bar and crown molding. All of the projects were a grand success and we have been so pleased with the attention to detail and quality of workmanship.

**Comment from Against The Grain Custom Wood Work:**

> Thank you Dave and Alexandra,
> You are the reason we love to do what we do.

**★★★★★ — Jess S, Nov. 2017**

> I couldn’t say enough about Vince and Shelly. They are truly one of the best vendors I have found. Working in Real Estate, I come across many contractors and vendors who just don’t care about the quality of work they are putting out. Vince goes above and beyond to make sure each project is PERFECT. He even points out and fixes the most minor details you wouldn’t even notice…in his mind everything needs to look like a million bucks! And I love that!
>
> Shelly is the designer of the business, she helps come up with ideas and space planning to make sure the built in, staircase or office library fits to the best of standards making the space look complete and larger then you would expect.
>
> They have now worked with me on two homes. My last home they built a dining room shelving unit, TV built in and office in my loft. I sold that town-home at the highest price sold in that community and I really believe it has to do with the custom upgrades Vince and Shelly built.
>
> In my new home Vince and Shelly have designed and remodeled my staircase, made new cabinets for my kitchen, TV built in in my family room, TV built in in my playroom, built a beautiful office space and perfected my laundry room. The work and quality is far more superior then anything else I have seen in other homes within the area.
>
> The process in pretty simple, they come out take a look at the space, measure and email ideas back and fourth. Then come up with drawings and once approved they build everything off-site and install within a few days…depending on how large the project is.
>
> I highly recommend this company and continue to work with them on many projects not only for me but my clients.

## Selected projects

- [Elevated Living Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elevated-living-interiors-pj-vj~2918553)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Lester Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lester-lake-house-pj-vj~6403338)
  - Location: Canyon Lake, CA
  - Photos: 12
- [Javidan Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/javidan-project-pj-vj~3081845)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 8
- [Myers Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/myers-project-pj-vj~2906324)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Wolf Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wolf-project-pj-vj~2906326)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [San Diego Trendsetters](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/san-diego-trendsetters-pj-vj~2797788)
  - Location: San Diego, CA
  - Photos: 8
- [Reuben Master Bath Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/reuben-master-bath-remodel-pj-vj~2882961)
  - Location: Temecula, CA
  - Photos: 1

[See all 7 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/woodworkers-and-carpenters/against-the-grain-custom-wood-work-pfvwus-pf~757456209)

## Ideabooks

- [Elevated Living Interiors](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80009910/list/elevated-living-interiors) — 7 ideas
- [kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/101154002/list/kitchen) — 14 ideas
- [Pet Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/142314128/list/pet-spaces) — 12 ideas
- [Bars](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/141938770/list/bars) — 3 ideas

[See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/livingagainstthegrain)

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-07.*