Carpentry Services Southampton
Carpenter and joiner. Wood window repairs, fitting doors, traditional joinery
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Creating Accoya Load Bearing Brackets
A load bearing bracket rotted out and an exact replacement copy made ready to be installed. I am able to copy all profiles and joinery that needs replacing , this particular piece was made using Accoya.
Read MoreSkirting boards: a lesson for us all
This customer had new french doors fited by a national company. After many months and the involvement of trading standards the job was finally put right. A lesson for us all -use a local contactable tradesman rather than a national…
Read MoreGarage refurb in Southampton
The garage erected in the 1970s had a sound roof but all the joinery was beyond economic repair. A set of garage doors, a side door and a window to the rear elevation required replacement. In addition an additional side…
Read MoreRestored Teak Parquet Flooring
Here is the completed room. I was surprised and impressed by the quality of this floor. Burmese Teak is as rare as rocking horse droppings as there have been no imports of this timber for many years, due to trading restrictions,…
Read MorePurpose-built Wooden Shelving
This shows a completed shelving unit which was built into a chimney breast in aVictorian terraced property. The object was to create a copy from a original thatwas taken out by a previous owner, using an old photo.
Read MoreInstallation of a Wooden Staircase
The customer had a metal spiral staircase which had seen better daysand which they didn’t like, so a replacement was planned and fitted, usinghemlock wood for the spindles and handrails, finishing in an oil to enhancethe apperance of the wood.
Read MoreReplacement of a 1970s Conservatory
This conservatory was built during the 1970s and it had had numerous repairs made over the years; it had been looked after with a replacement roof some 20 years ago. The original roof I was told was glass. My initial visit…
Read MorePorch posts
It is common throughout the UK to see porches similar or the same as the one shown here. They are an integral design feature of many properties, take one away and something does not quite look right no matter how…
Read MoreTHE IMPORTANCE OF TRADITION
By Vicky Alley I began my joinery journey a little later in life than is considered usual. I discovered a love for woodwork whilst up-cycling furniture and decided to go to college to do a joinery diploma at age 38….
Read MoreReplacement of Front Porch
I was asked over the phone to do a repair. On my visit it soon became obvious this porch was way beyond repair. The roofing felt had perished letting in the rain which resulted in a completely rotten ceiling and…
Read MoreDriveway Gates in Southampton
A single driveway gate with an entrance door fitted in the middle. These gates are heavy so a jockey wheel has been fitted to take the stress off the hinges thus ensuring that the gate will not drop over time….
Read MoreBookcase using Southern Yellow Pine
This bookcase made for a job in Southampton, manufactured from Southern Yellow Pine, was made in three sections and assembled on site. The bookcase strips you can see enable you to maximise the storage capacity of the case. The shelves…
Read MoreReplacement of timber components to a floating pontoon
This particular pontoon situated on the upper reaches of the river Itchen required the complete replacement of all timber components. This pontoon is a floating pontoon often referred to as a trot when sited in the middle of the river…
Read MoreA purpose built wardrobe in Southampton
This particular wardrobe was purpose built to fit between a return in the bedroom and the bedroom door, narrower than usual finishing at 700mm wide from floor to ceiling with a four door configuration, this makes best use of the…
Read MoreFitting a newel post and stair components
The original Newel Post was cut off many years ago, a common practice, often to make it easier to get large items of furniture upstairs. The problem with this particular ‘stub’ was that it had been cut at 45 degrees…
Read MorePorch replacement
The replacement of two posts to a porch showing the proping up of the canopy during relacement and the use of Hardwood pegs to prevent slip of the joint.
Read MoreChoosing between Hardwood and Softwood
I am often asked what’s the difference between Hardwood and Softwood and will Hardwood last longer? The first part of that question is fairly straight forward to answer; Hardwood is timber from broad-leaved usually deciduous trees, that is, a tree that looses…
Read MoreBuying Timber
When you go to a timber merchant to buy your timber, please bear in mind that each merchant may be using different suppliers, so what’s available in one may not be available in another. Also, each can have a distinctive…
Read MoreRepairs to a Porch in Southampton
This image shows the repair and replacement of the bottom portion of a supporting post to a porch. The method used is a 45 degree scarf with a timber key machined through to prevent slip of the joint in years…
Read MoreUnder-stair Storage and Fixing Squeaky Stairs
Understair storage is a great way of utilising space under the stairs, particulary if shelves are incorperated into the design. Cupboards can hide all that stuff that clutters up the hallway – boots, coats, pushchairs, vacuum cleaners, and so on. These doors are…
Read MoreReplacement External Steps
This shows some replacement external steps. The wood is finished in non-slip clear coating.
Read MoreReplacement Decking
This shows a replacement decking fitted on top of an existing one that was showing signs of decay.
Read MoreConservatory Roof Repairs
This was a recent repair to a conservatory roof, undertaken without taking the polycarbonate roof off, using 45 degree scarfing joints and finishing in white gloss.
Read MoreRestored Antique Chest of Drawers
These are images of the restoration of a Victorian chest of drawers, finished in Briwax.
Read MoreNew French Doors in Southampton
This is my latest carpentry project: a couple of french doors in Hemlock wood with laminated clear glass, thus enabling more light to enter into the room. Unique, stunning, individual – these doors are handmade, designed for everyday use, and create…
Read MoreTraditional Joinery
With well over 40 years experience in carpentry, and fully functioning static and mobile workshops, I am able to offer all aspects of bespoke carpentry and joinery, as well as standard refurbishments in your home, including doors, stairs, windows, skirting,…
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