? About — Wooden Woodworks | Veteran-Owned Custom Cabinetry, Salado Texas

Oscar and Marla Santiago

Built by the people
whose name is on it.

Veteran-owned, family-run, and present on every job from the first design conversation to the day we finish the install. That's not a tagline. That's how we've operated since 2018.

Oscar and Marla Santiago, owners of Wooden Woodworks, on a job site

The People Behind the Work

Oscar and Marla
Santiago.

Oscar comes from a US Army background. That experience shaped how he runs the shop: precision, accountability, and a standard that doesn't move depending on who is watching. He runs production and handles every client relationship personally.

Marla runs the business side. Design consultations, scheduling, client communication, the details that keep a project moving smoothly. Together they cover every part of the process.

When you work with Wooden Woodworks, you're not handed off to a project manager you've never met. You talk to Oscar. You work with Marla. You see the same two faces from the first conversation to the day we finish the install.

Oscar and Marla Santiago

Founders, Wooden Woodworks LLC · Salado, Texas

What Drives Us

How we think about
every single project.

A Standard That Doesn't Move

Military precision doesn't leave the building at 5pm. Every cut, every finish, every install is held to the same bar regardless of the project size or the deadline pressure.

One Vendor, Complete Product

Design, fabricate, finish, and install. We don't pass your project to three different companies. One team sees it through from start to finish, and one team is accountable for the result.

Honest Communication

Oscar's goal is for every client to feel like they're working with a trusted friend. That means straight answers, realistic timelines, and no surprises on the day of installation.

Built for Builders

We understand the pressure luxury home builders operate under. Tight timelines, high client expectations, no room for rework. We build our process around your schedule, not the other way around.

Our Edge

We finish every cabinet
in our own shop.

Most cabinet shops outsource their painting and staining, or skip the finishing step entirely. We don't. Every cabinet we build is finished by our own crew in Salado before it leaves the building.

That single decision changes everything about the product you receive.

  • One point of contact. No subcontractor surprises on your job site.
  • Consistent color and sheen across every cabinet, every run.
  • We catch and correct issues before the truck leaves Salado.
  • Faster turnaround because there is no handoff delay.
Custom cabinetry finished in-house at Wooden Woodworks

In-House Finishing

Paint and stain applied by our crew in Salado

The Team

Nine people, one standard.
Every job.

Our team covers every part of the process. Design, fabrication, finishing, and installation. No outsourcing, no middleman, no guessing about who is responsible for what.

9 Team members covering every stage of production
8 Years building custom cabinetry in Central Texas
100 Mile service radius across Salado, Waco, and Austin
45+ Projects reviewed and rated on Houzz

Meet the Crew

Oscar Santiago

Co-Owner / Operations Lead

Estimates, production scheduling, client meetings, and every install decision. Oscar is on the floor and the job site every day.

Marla Santiago

Co-Owner / Admin & Design Lead

Design consultations, scheduling, client communication, and all the behind-the-scenes details that keep every project on track.

Margie

Painter & Finisher

Every paint and stain finish applied at Wooden Woodworks goes through Margie. Her work is what makes our finishing advantage real.

Oscar Sr.

Sanding & Install Crew

Surface prep and field installation. A senior member of the crew with years of hands-on experience on every job site.

Thomas

Installer & Assembler

Field installation and assembly at job sites. Part of the core install crew that gets cabinets from the shop to your space.

Lonnie

Installer & Assembler

Field installation and assembly at job sites. Part of the core install crew that gets cabinets from the shop to your space.

What Clients Say

Real words from
real projects.

"This is the place to go for all your wood working needs! Oscar and his team go above and beyond to make sure every detail is just right. I've used Wooden Woodworks multiple times for my house projects and it has always exceeded my expectations! They never rush or pressure you to make any certain choices or decisions, and they will most definitely make your ideas come to life!"

"Wooden Woodworks has completed several projects in our home, both inside and outside, and every experience has been outstanding. Their attention to detail and level of craftsmanship are exceptional. Each project was completed with care, precision, and clear pride in their work. The quality of the finished work truly stands out and has added lasting value to our home. I highly recommend Wooden Woodworks to anyone looking for skilled professionals who deliver beautiful, high quality results."

"From the first consultation to the final installation, the entire process was smooth, professional, and honestly impressive. They really took the time to understand exactly what we wanted and turned our ideas into something even better than we imagined. The craftsmanship is top-notch. Every cabinet fits perfectly, the finish is flawless, and you can tell these guys take real pride in their work. Communication was excellent the whole way through, timelines were respected, and the installation team was clean, efficient, and clearly knew what they were doing."

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Ready to Talk?

Let's talk about
your next project.

We work with luxury builders and homeowners across Central Texas. Tell us what you're building and we'll tell you how we can help.

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