TRADESMAN OF THE MONTH SEPTEMBER 2018
October 8, 2018
By Michael Hopp on Tradesman of the Month
Matt Walsh -Tool Box Buzz Tradesman of the Month
Our Tradesman of the Month for September 2018 is Matt Walsh. Matt is a finish carpenter and woodworker in PA. He has been a carpenter and around carpentry all his life. He used to work with his dad, as a kid, carrying lumber then after he went onto framing houses. Matt did a stint a commercial carpenter for a number of years. Now Matt works for a company doing mostly kitchen installs and makes custom furniture on the side.
In this photo he’s making a custom table for a customer in Florida that he designed. It’s a heavy table, 4′ x 9′ with 3”thick Spruce in a trestle design. If you like to see more of Matt’s furniture , he can be found on Face Book @ MWalshCustomCarpentry or on Instagram as MWalshCarpentry
We would like to thank everyone that signed up in September and continue to encourage all Tradesmen and Tradeswomen to keep entering. This award is for all of you, and we want to celebrate the good work you do and help keep the trades alive.
As Tradesman of the Month, Matt wins a
Milwaukee M18 cordless table saw with stand. As a wood worker/ finish carpenter , he is going to love the power and portability from the M18 cordless table saw. Also, by clicking on the tool link you will be able to see a in depth tool review from one of the TBB crew member. Matt will receive a TBBPRO t-shirt, TBB Hat and stickers. Congratulations Matt!
Remember entering is easy; send us an
email with a picture of yourself, your work, and hash tag #TBBPRO.
Enter each month for an awesome Milwaukee tool gift pack and TBBPRO swag!
About the author
Michael Hopp
Michael Hopp is a registered contractor in the State of Rhode Island. He has been registered for the last 16 years specializing in interior and exterior remodeling, doors and windows.Mike began practicing his trade 25 years ago at William M. Davies Career and Technical High School in carpentry shop. This gave him the opportunity to become an apprentice at Brodeur Window Distributors. Mike continued working at the company for 10 years. During this time he was in charge of the specialty door shop and assisted on service calls.For the last 16 years, Mike has been working as a general contractor in Rhode Island with his company MJH Construction LLC. Even though his background is in doors and windows, his passion is for remodel work.
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