Toddy Ramey - Ramey’s Custom Cabinets

from Georgia Mountain Laurel Magazine March 20

Solasta Spa

Ramey’s Custom Cabinets Cover Worthy Work!

by Tracy McCoy

The story of how Toddy Ramey got his start includes two of Rabun’s fnest, one being his own father, builder “Babe” Ramey and the other, expert cabinet maker, Robert Garland. “I worked with my dad through high school and I learned so much from him about building. After Elaine and I got married I knew I needed more dependable work not dictated by the weather. So I told my dad I was going to work with Robert Garland in his cabinet shop. I took notes and I learned everything I could from Robert who was one of the best at his trade.” Toddy Ramey’s work is well known for quality and truly gives custom a whole new defnition. We decided to talk to some of the folks that he had worked with. Clients Jim and Donna Harris had this to say… “We hired Ramey’s Custom Cabinets to design and build all the cabinets and builtins throughout our new home, including kitchen, bathrooms, den, offce and even the freplace mantle in the bedroom. The quality of workmanship was outstanding and we couldn’t be happier! The compliments we receive never stop. Just as important to us was they came when they said they would. We would highly recommend these people to anyone!”

Toddy and Elaine started Ramey’s Custom Cabinets 34 years ago. The couple work well together. Elaine keeps the offce end running smoothly and Toddy does what he does best, build cabinets! At the cabinet shop you’ll fnd family and friends who have worked alongside Toddy for years. Also in the shop

is.an abundance of really unique woods collected over their 33 years in business. There are pieces in varying stages of completion and tools from the most basic to advanced machinery. The professionals at Ramey’s Custom Cabinets build exceptionally creative, quality cabinetry and furnishings. In fact this came from Brett and Kindle Bowen… “It was such a pleasure to work with Toddy Ramey and his entire crew! They exhibit nothing but professionalism and their workmanship is the best cabinet work we have ever seen. Our kitchen far exceeded our expectations and they brought our dreams to life. Its both beautiful and functional!”

On the cover, the home of Johnny and Josie Keener is featured. Josie is Toddy’s daughter and Johnny works with him at the cabinet shop. The couple’s entire home is truly a showcase for the quality work done at Ramey’s Custom Cabinets. Johnny has done a good bit of the work himself and his expertise combined with that of his father-in-law make this home cover worthy! The Keener’s home combines wormy chestnut, wormy oak, rustic barn wood, tile and hardwood. It has a modern farmhouse feel with blasts from the past beyond the vintage lumber used throughout. As soon as I saw the kitchen I wanted to share it with you. Thanks to Josie and Johnny for allowing us to do so. I might also mention that Ben, Toddy’s son also works at Ramey’s Custom Cabinets. Toddy’s list of clients range from old friends and people he has literally known all of his life to famous football coaches and country music singers who live in the mountains. He has outftted the fnest lake homes with cabinets and custom furniture and with the same attention to detail he has crafted cabinets for the homes of my own family members. The true measure of a business is repeat customers and Ramey’s Custom Cabinets certainly has many of them. In fact I had the pleasure of speaking with Mrs. Pam Reeves (wife of former NFL Coach Dan Reeves). She was so glad I called to ask about her favorite cabinet maker. This is what she shared with me... “When Dan and I were building our house, Toddy was the best. He had such creativity and great ideas! Everything he did for us is still perfect. He did all of our cabinets and he built a beautiful, rustic table that seats ten for my porch and I love it! I would go by his shop with questions or ideas and all of the men who work there were always just delightful. I have nothing but praise for Toddy. He is truly a very gifted man and has become a good friend. I don’t expect to build another house, but if I did, I’d use Ramey’s Custom Cabinets again for sure!”

If you can dream it, they can build it. I heard a rumor that Toddy is thinking of taking on select whole kitchen and bath remodels projects in the future. Can you just imagine what that could look like? Give Ramey’s Custom Cabinets a call (706.782.6384) to discuss your plans. For more info take a look at their website www.rameyscustomcabinets.com or follow them on facebook @rameyscustomcabinets.