Crafted, LLC

Crafted, LLC Crafted is family-owned residential remodeling and home building company.
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Our mission is simple: to create exceptional spaces built to be enjoyed for generations to come.

Crafted actually did begin as the work of one person.For the first few years, Dane handled nearly every part of the busi...
08/24/2026

Crafted actually did begin as the work of one person.

For the first few years, Dane handled nearly every part of the business and building process himself. As the company grew, we didn’t want to add people simply for the sake of completing more projects. We wanted to grow intentionally and bring in carpenters we could trust—with the work, with our clients’ homes and with the reputation we were building.

Today, Dane may not personally build every part of every project. Our carpenters bring their own experience, problem-solving ability and craftsmanship to the jobsite, and they are trusted to make good decisions and take ownership of their work.

At the same time, being a small team allows us to stay closely connected. When an unexpected condition is uncovered or an important detail deserves another perspective, our carpenters run it by Dane. That collaboration helps ensure the approach and level of care remain consistent, regardless of who is performing a particular part of the work.

Behind the scenes, other members of our team also help us strengthen our communication, marketing and processes so the client experience receives the same thoughtful attention as the construction itself.

Crafted has grown beyond one person—but we’ve grown slowly and intentionally. The goal isn’t for one person to do everything. It’s to build a trustworthy, connected team that shares responsibility for doing the work well.

BUILT TO LAST: Tile isn’t waterproof.See all that red? That’s the part of this shower that’s actually doing the waterpro...
08/20/2026

BUILT TO LAST: Tile isn’t waterproof.

See all that red? That’s the part of this shower that’s actually doing the waterproofing.

A beautifully tiled shower can look perfect from the outside.

But the tile isn't actually the part protecting your house from water.

Tile and grout make up the finished surface. Behind them should be a carefully installed waterproofing system that directs water where it belongs and keeps it away from the framing, subfloor, and other parts of the house that really don't like being wet.

That means the details you can't see when the bathroom is finished—waterproofing membranes, properly treated seams, corners, niches, penetrations, and transitions—can be every bit as important as the tile you picked out.

We've opened up showers before where the finished product looked reasonably good but the assembly underneath had failed. By the time the problem became visible, water had already had plenty of time to do damage.

It's one of the reasons we're so interested in what goes behind the finish.

Good construction shouldn't just look good on the day we leave.

It should still be doing its job years from now.

Fine Homebuilding has an excellent article called Three Ways to Waterproof Tile Showers that goes much deeper into the subject. It's one of the resources we use to continue learning and refining how we approach this kind of work.

If you want to read it for yourself, here's the link: https://www.finehomebuilding.com/project-guides/tiling/waterproofing-tile-showers?oly_enc_id=9139J5682890B3D

By this point in the summer, the landscaping is lush, the flowers are full, and the yard is finally starting to feel lik...
08/06/2026

By this point in the summer, the landscaping is lush, the flowers are full, and the yard is finally starting to feel like it’s running on autopilot.

It’s also one of the best times of year to slow down and enjoy the home and outdoor spaces you’ve spent the season caring for.

For these homeowners, that outdoor space needed an upgrade. The original wood decking and railings were weathered, and they were tired of the ongoing cycle of painting, staining, and watching the finish wear down again.

We removed the old decking and railings, made a few modifications to the existing framing, and reused the structure that was still in good condition. The deck was then rebuilt with composite boards and a sleek black railing.

The result is a lower-maintenance outdoor space that feels clean, finished, and cohesive with the home’s dark charcoal-gray exterior.

Less time maintaining the deck. More time sitting outside, taking in the landscaping, and enjoying this part of summer at home.

The list of things to maintain around a home never seems to get shorter.These homeowners already had a screened-in porch...
08/05/2026

The list of things to maintain around a home never seems to get shorter.

These homeowners already had a screened-in porch they enjoyed, but the original screen system was built with painted wood. Like many exterior wood surfaces, it needed ongoing attention as it weathered—cleaning, repainting, repairing, and eventually replacing deteriorated pieces.

We were brought in to install new screens and replace the painted wood components with a powder-coated aluminum system.

The porch will still have the same purpose and open-air feel, but it should be much easier for the homeowners to care for. Instead of adding another exterior surface to the scraping-and-painting list, maintenance should mostly consist of occasional cleaning.

Homeownership comes with enough projects that demand your weekends. Whenever possible, we like helping homeowners choose materials that will hold up well without continually asking for more time and attention.

The best upgrade is sometimes the one that lets you simply enjoy your home.

PS. Thanks to Suburban Lumber Company for supplying and to Digger Specialties for creating the Westbury Screenrail system—this is a game-changer for homeowners!

Once the finishes came out, the real work could begin.Once we understood what had failed, we could begin rebuilding the ...
08/03/2026

Once the finishes came out, the real work could begin.

Once we understood what had failed, we could begin rebuilding the space for better long-term performance.

We removed the existing tile throughout the connected laundry room, walk-in closet, and primary bathroom so we could address the problems below—not simply cover them with another new finish.

In the bathroom, that meant opening up the shower area, removing damaged materials, repairing the water-affected subfloor and surrounding areas, and correcting the conditions that had allowed the shower to leak.

From there, we could begin rebuilding the space on a better foundation.

The new tile is now being installed through all three connected rooms, giving the homeowners the continuous surface they originally wanted. This time, the preparation, materials, and installation are being approached with long-term performance in mind.

There is still more to come, including the completed shower, new countertops, and upgraded glass. For now, it is encouraging to see these rooms moving beyond demolition and beginning to feel like a home again.

Because the goal was never simply to make the space look new for a second time. It was to make sure it functions and holds up the way a remodeled space should.

This space had been remodeled just two years earlier—but it was already showing signs that something had gone wrong.The ...
07/31/2026

This space had been remodeled just two years earlier—but it was already showing signs that something had gone wrong.

The layout connects three heavily used areas of the home: the homeowners enter from the garage into the laundry room, continue through the walk-in closet, and then into the primary bathroom.

They liked having tile run continuously through all three spaces. Unfortunately, the grout was frequently crumbling loose and sticking to their feet as they walked across it.

The bathroom had developed more serious problems. Water was escaping from the shower, damaging the nearby wood trim and beginning to rot the subfloor below.

From across the room, it still looked like a relatively recent remodel. Up close—and eventually underneath the finished surfaces—the problems were becoming difficult to ignore.

Our first step was not choosing new finishes. It was determining what had failed, removing the affected materials, and making a plan to correct the underlying issues before rebuilding the space.

We’ll share more soon about what we found during demolition and how we’re putting these connected rooms back together.

Why are we tracing a limestone wall in plywood?Because the future glass shower needs a perfectly plumb, flat surface—eve...
07/30/2026

Why are we tracing a limestone wall in plywood?

Because the future glass shower needs a perfectly plumb, flat surface—even though this original barn foundation is anything but flat.

We’re preparing for a glass shower system that will allow the limestone foundation to remain visible from inside the shower. To make that possible, we built highly detailed formwork that follows the irregular profile of the stone while creating the precise surface the glass system will eventually meet.

Historic limestone and modern glass don’t naturally speak the same language. This formwork is the translator.

Working with an old building isn’t about forcing everything to become straight, square, and new. It’s about figuring out how to add modern function without erasing the character that makes the building worth saving.

This one may look like an elaborate plywood puzzle right now—but it will make a lot more sense when you see what comes next.

Technically, we didn’t build this deck. We just built the part holding the whole thing up.The homeowner brought us in to...
07/27/2026

Technically, we didn’t build this deck.
We just built the part holding the whole thing up.

The homeowner brought us in to tear down the existing deck and frame the new one. Once the structure was complete, they took it from there.

The decking may be what everyone sees, but the framing underneath can make a major difference in how the finished deck looks, feels, and holds up over time.

Correct layout, solid connections, and quality lumber provide a straighter, more consistent foundation for everything that comes next.

For this project, we framed with ProWood TrueFrame pressure-treated lumber. It is factory-planed for more consistent sizing and flat edges, helping reduce the twists, crowns, and inconsistencies commonly found in standard treated lumber. It is also treated to resist rot, decay, and insects.

It might not be the finished deck—but getting this part right gives the finished deck a much better chance of lasting.

Planning to finish your own deck but want the demolition and structural framing handled professionally? We’re happy to take on clearly defined projects like this one.

A special thanks to Suburban Lumber Company for providing us with quality materials, as always!

For months, we've shared the parts of this project that most people will never see.The demolition.The hidden water damag...
07/09/2026

For months, we've shared the parts of this project that most people will never see.

The demolition.
The hidden water damage.
The structural repairs.
The waterproofing.
The drainage system.

Now, it's finally starting to look like the outdoor space it was always meant to be.
Standing in the backyard today, it's hard to imagine everything hidden beneath those porcelain pavers.

And honestly, that's how it should be.
The best-built projects don't constantly remind you of the work that went into them.
They simply work.

Three years after this home was built, this deck had already failed because water became trapped within the assembly.

Today, we're watching it come back together with a system designed to shed water, protect the structure, and provide lasting performance for years to come.
The glass railing will soon disappear into the view.
The porcelain pavers will become part of everyday life.
And our hope is that the homeowners never have to wonder what's happening underneath again.

Because when you invest in your home, peace of mind should be part of the finished product.

We're getting close.

Address

7600 Macon Drive
Cedar Rapids, IA
52411

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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+15154228332

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