The structural framework and finishing touches that turn a shell into a home — studwork, stairs, doors, skirting, and more.
Get a Free Quote →First and second fix carpentry is the backbone of any building project. The first fix — studwork walls, floor joists, roof timbers — creates the structure. The second fix — skirting, architrave, doors, and ironmongery — turns it into a finished room. Getting both stages right is what separates a quality build from a mediocre one.
We provide first and second fix carpentry for builders, developers, and homeowners across Warwickshire, Worcestershire, and the Cotswolds. Whether you're a general builder who needs a reliable carpentry subcontractor, or a homeowner managing your own renovation, we deliver consistent, high-quality work.
We build timber stud walls, partition walls, and structural framing for new rooms, extensions, and loft conversions. All work is plumb, level, and braced correctly — and we take door openings, services runs, and insulation into account during the build.
New floor joists, joist reinforcement, and timber decking for extensions and conversions. We calculate spans and centres correctly, fit herringbone strutting where needed, and ensure the floor structure is solid before the boarding goes on.
Cut roofs, truss roofs, flat roof joists, and roof ventilation. We work with architects' drawings and structural calcs to deliver roof structures that are accurate, square, and ready for the roofer.
We hang doors so they swing freely, close properly, and sit straight in the frame. We fit all ironmongery — hinges, handles, locks, and latches — and adjust everything for a perfect fit.
We fit skirting boards, architraves, picture rails, and decorative mouldings. We mitre external corners, scribe internal ones, and cope joints where appropriate for a clean, professional finish that looks solid for years.
We install new staircases, refurbish existing ones, and fit handrails and spindles. We can match existing styles for period renovations or fit modern designs for new builds and extensions.
First and second fix is often part of a larger project: