Joiners in East LothianFirst Fix to FinishingDone Properly
Get joinery that's square, tight and finished cleanly the first time, from two partners with 50+ years' combined experience and no deposit to pay.
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- 50+ years' combined experience
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- No deposit
- Weekly payment
- No hidden costs
The service
What it is and why it matters
Joinery covers the timber work inside a house: first fix (stud walls, floor joists, door linings, roof timbers) and second fix (doors, skirtings, architraves, stairs, panelling, shelving and fitted furniture).
Why professional help matters
Joinery is what you see and touch every day. Gaps at mitres, doors that catch, or skirting that follows a wavy wall are noticed for years. Good joinery takes time to set out and scribe properly.
Who it's for
Homeowners making changes, people renovating a newly bought house, and anyone who wants the timber details in a room to look crisp.
When you need it
When you're changing a layout, replacing tired doors and skirtings, adding panelling, or need a stair, bannister or boxing-in done neatly.
Getting it wrong
What happens when it's done badly
Poor joinery rarely fails dramatically, but it wears on you and often costs more to put right.
Doors that stick or swing open
Linings fitted out of plumb mean doors that never close properly.
Open joints and cracked caulk
Mitres that aren't cut tight open as timber moves, and filler cracks.
Squeaky floors and loose stairs
Poorly fixed boards and treads get noisier with use.
Paying twice
Cheap trim usually has to be removed, with damage to plaster, before it can be redone.
Common mistakes we see
- -Using thin MDF skirting that dents and swells easily.
- -Not allowing timber to acclimatise before fitting.
- -Fitting trim before floors are laid, leaving gaps.
- -Filling gaps with caulk instead of scribing to the wall.
How we work
Our process, step by step
- 1
Visit and free quote
We look at the job, talk through materials and finishes, and give you a written quote.
- 2
Materials and set-out
We agree profiles and timber, then set out levels and lines before cutting.
- 3
First fix
Studwork, linings, joists and grounds are fitted solid, level and plumb.
- 4
Second fix
Doors, skirtings, architraves, panelling and stairs are cut, scribed and fixed.
- 5
Check and handover
We check every door, joint and fixing with you and leave the room clean.
What you get
The benefits
Tight, clean finish
Joints scribed and mitred so they stay closed.
Doors that close properly
Linings plumb and hinges set right first time.
Joiners first
Joinery is the core of our business, not a side line.
No deposit
No deposit. Once work starts you pay at the end of each week for the work done that week.
Tidy working
Dust kept down and the site cleaned daily.
One contact for bigger jobs
If the job needs a plasterer or electrician, we bring in our regular trades.
In detail
Joinery work we carry out
Most of our joinery is residential, from single rooms to whole houses.
First fix
Stud partitions, floor and roof joists, door linings, window boards and grounds for kitchens and fitted furniture.
Second fix
Internal doors, ironmongery, skirtings, architraves, boxing-in and access panels.
Wall panelling
Shaker, dado-height and full-height panelling in MDF or timber, a popular way to add character to hallways, bedrooms and kitchens.
Stairs and bannisters
Replacement balustrades, newel posts, handrails and stair repairs.
Shelving and alcove units
Made-to-measure shelves and cupboards for alcoves and awkward corners.
Materials
We use moisture-resistant MDF for painted work and hardwood or softwood where the grain will show, and recommend profiles to suit your house.
Related services
We cover all of East Lothian, including Tranent, Musselburgh, Haddington, Prestonpans, North Berwick and more. Contact us or go back to the homepage.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How much does joinery work cost?
It depends on the job and materials. We visit and give a free written quote with no hidden costs.
How quickly can you start?
Get in touch and we'll tell you our current lead time when we arrange your visit.
Do you do small jobs?
Tell us what you need. We'll be honest about whether we're the right fit.
Do you take a deposit?
No deposit. Once work starts you pay at the end of each week for the work done that week.
Do you supply materials?
Yes, we can supply everything, or fit materials you've chosen.
Can you match existing skirting or mouldings?
Often, yes. We'll look at what you have and find or make the closest match.
Do you paint the joinery?
Ask us when you get your quote and we'll tell you how we can handle the finish.
Which areas do you cover?
All of East Lothian, including Tranent, Musselburgh, Haddington, Prestonpans, North Berwick, Dunbar, Cockenzie and Port Seton, and Wallyford.
Joinery that stays tight for years
Free quote, no deposit, weekly payments. Tell us about the job.
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- No deposit
- Weekly payment
- No hidden costs