Waiuku, Auckland3 cabinetmakers near you

There are several possible routes to training in the field of cabinetmaking at different levels. The cabinetmaker's trade can be practised from a CAP level: CAP cabinetmaker, CAP wood arts options marker, ornamental sculptor and turner, or CAP furniture designer. There is also the CQP (certificate of professional qualification) furniture finishing operator. At BAC level, there is the BMA (brevet des métiers de l'art) cabinetmaker and the BTM (brevet technique des métiers) cabinetmaker. One notch higher, i.e. at BAC+2 level, one can find a course leading to a DMA (diploma of the trades of art) arts of the habitat option cabinetmaker and the BTMS (technical patent of the higher trades) cabinetmaker option restoration of old pieces of furniture, design and manufacture of contemporary furniture. Higher education studies at BAC+3 level are also available, enabling you to work as a cabinetmaker: DN MADE (national diploma of art and design trades) with a specialisation in objects and heritage.

Whether self-employed or employed by a company, the cabinetmaker is a specialist in the creation of one-off or small series furniture, whether for private individuals or professionals, as well as for companies. He usually visits his clients or invites them to his workshop to agree on the type of furniture to be created, its dimensions, the style and the ornamentation to be used on it. They also choose the type of wood according to many parameters: solidity, aesthetics, appearance and cost. As an art profession, the cabinetmaker uses both traditional hand tools and numerically controlled machines to produce sketches and scale drawings. The daily routine includes sawing, sanding, planing, adjusting, waxing, varnishing and painting. In addition to creating unique pieces of furniture, he also restores old furniture as a depéri, and can sometimes use other materials, such as metals, glass and synthetic materials.

The use of a cabinetmaker comes into play when you want to renovate old furniture, update your furniture by ordering new furniture from a craftsman for better customisation, etc. It is true that furniture made by a cabinetmaker is more expensive than that available in the mass market, but it has the advantage of being unique or very limited in number. It is true that furniture made by a cabinetmaker is more expensive than that available in the mass market, but it has the advantage of being unique or in very limited numbers.

To find a cabinetmaker, you can use an online directory such as StarOfService. You can find many cabinetmakers in your region or city and select the one who will carry out your projects. Just follow the steps on the screen.

The price of a cabinetmaker will depend on many parameters, which goes without saying, as with all craftsmen: type of order, materials used and difficulty of the work. First of all, this craftsman performs various services: creation of furniture from scratch, restoration of old furniture, manufacture of openings (doors, windows, etc.), etc. Thus, the cost of the services will differ mainly according to the type of work to be carried out. In the case of a creation, each piece is made to measure and in a personalised manner, thus preventing the definition of a standard price. However, we can give an hourly price range of between €25 and €60. Moreover, it is possible to reduce costs. If you opt for precious woods such as rosewood, ebony or mahogany, you can expect to pay more. There are less valuable woods, such as oak, fir or beech. By opting for these, the price can be reduced by almost half. Admittedly, cabinetmakers' prices for furniture production are higher than the prices of prefabricated furniture, but using these craftsmen allows you to benefit from customised and durable furniture - it is a long-term investment and guarantees the uniqueness of the furniture.

The first thing to do when choosing a cabinetmaker is to define criteria. But before drawing up this valuable list, it will first be necessary to determine one's real needs or, more precisely, what type of work needs to be done. One of the main criteria to consider is specialisation. Some cabinetmakers are renowned for making solid furniture, while others specialise in decorative work such as custom mouldings. Do not hesitate to ask many questions.

- How many years of experience do you have as a cabinetmaker?
- Do you have a particular specialisation in your field of work?
- Can you do invoices?
- Are the materials used at your expense or the customer's?
- Is it possible to make changes during the work?
- What guarantees do you offer and what are your delivery times?