Woodworking is in the Ballash blood. As a child, Kurt spent afternoons in the shop where his father and grandfather crafted custom cabinets. Driving nails into scrap wood while watching them get lost in the art of their trade, Kurt developed an unspoken love for the process of turning lumber into one-of-a-kind creations.
Kurt first followed in the family footsteps by serving his country. His grandfather served in the Navy during the Korean war; Kurt chose the Army. Just as his own service came to an end, Kurt's grandfather passed away and passed his tools down to Kurt. They provided a Zen-like calm that is not easily achieved after the deployments and rigor of military life.
Kurt first followed in the family footsteps by serving his country. His grandfather served in the Navy during the Korean war; Kurt chose the Army. Just as his own service came to an end, Kurt's grandfather passed away and passed his tools down to Kurt. They provided a Zen-like calm that is not easily achieved after the deployments and rigor of military life.
Services
Select premium domestic and exotic lumber to create your own one of a kind cutting board that will last generations. The table saw is one of the most versatile tools in a wood shop. Join this one day workshop to gain confidence in safely using the table saw and increasing it's functionality in your work space.
Our classes give you a truly pro-grade experience AND you leave with your own hand-made product and a whole new set of skills! Kurt Ballash, this class uses the creation of the cutting board to teach students the fundamentals of woodworking. Enjoy hands-on work with the jointer, planer, table saw, router table, and orbital sander!
Training and providing mentorship to active duty soldiers, veterans, and thier family members who seek to learn artisan skills and utilize creativity to find their purpose. Woodworking is the grounding that has allowed me to heal from the cumulative effects of combat and service. Woodworking has provided me a sense of purpose, mental focus and a feeling of accomplishment.
Need a special piece to fit a specific space? Have a design idea, but need help executing it? Let us make your vision a reality with a custom piece. We'll meet with you in person, via phone, or through a video call for your free consultation. During that meeting, we'll discuss your needs, project dimensions, lumber and finish choices, and any other relevant details.
Reviews (10)
Shannon Allen
Jan 15, 2022
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My husband and I contacted Ballash Woodworks to make and install butcher block countertops for our home. We were less than happy with the service we were provided. We were invoiced for $2,439.60 which included a demo of our existing tops, labor, gas, mileage, standard hardware, and custom walnut countertops with the lip/splash included.
Ballash required a 50% deposit of $1,219.60 to start the project, which we paid. After they bought the materials and were in the process of making our tops, Erin, the office administrator, was now telling us the lip/splash was not in the quote even though it was
Ballash required a 50% deposit of $1,219.60 to start the project, which we paid. After they bought the materials and were in the process of making our tops, Erin, the office administrator, was now telling us the lip/splash was not in the quote even though it was
Aaron Haire
Jan 04, 2022
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So about 1st week of December I woke up with the cool idea of a unique and custom Christmas gift for my wife. On the side from her main job my wife has a home based baking business, which she started earlier during the beginnings of the pandemic as a way to cope with stress. I thought of having made a custom rolling kitchen cart made completely of wood with drawer and cabinet space so she could store her needed baking supplies. The top would be a custom piece of hardwood with her business catch phrase "It's a sweet life" laser engraved on it and then resin treated and stained to make it pop. On
Karen Tech
Dec 21, 2021
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Robert Broadwater
Dec 01, 2021
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Dea Holloway
Oct 30, 2021
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Ballash was amazing from craftsmanship, honesty and punctuality. I cannot give enough thanks to them for recreating my wife’s fathers cigar box. Her parents passed away and her fathers cigar box was one of the last things she had of his. It was then destroyed in a flood and it was beyond repair. Not only did they match the color they used pieces of the original box and recreated the whole thing. They went above and beyond. I will only come here in the future with any projects or woodwork gifts and will recommend them to anyone. Also a plus was their dogs ;) Odie and Luna! Erin was also wonderful
Karyn Thompson
Aug 01, 2021
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John Bungert
Feb 08, 2021
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John Butler
Jan 03, 2021
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Rev Rb
Jul 10, 2020
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Darryl Day
Oct 04, 2019
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I contacted Kurt requesting to have a board cut for a project I'm working on for my wife. They were simple, straight cuts. He's a busy guy, but still took a few moments to take care of what I needed. Very friendly, courteous and professional. He will have my business in the future and I highly recommend Ballash Woodworks.