Where does interiors & millwork fit your project?
Pick the closest match. Each one shows how we handle that kind of job, then you can go deeper or book a visit.
For homeowners: Interiors & Millwork
Scoped room by room, with the rest of the home kept usable during the work.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For condo owners: Interiors & Millwork
Planned around the building rules, the board approval and the access schedule.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For commercial spaces: Interiors & Millwork
Scheduled around the business, with the trades working in order and the site kept safe.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For rental properties: Interiors & Millwork
Planned for durability and a fast turnaround between tenants.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
For custom homes: Interiors & Millwork
Built into the full new-build plan, with one lead from the first drawing to handover.
- Scope agreed in writing before any work starts
- One lead on site from start to handover
- Clear records at handover
Interiors & Millwork
Custom millwork, built-ins, trim and interior finishes designed to fit the room and the way you use it.
What it is
Millwork is the custom woodwork that makes a room feel finished: built-in shelving, wall panelling, trim, cabinetry and window seats. It is designed to the room, not bought off the shelf.
We design the millwork with the rest of the interior, so the lines, finishes and lighting all work together.
How it works
- Measure and designWe measure the room and design the millwork around the way you use the space.
- Choose materialsWood, finish and hardware are chosen to suit the house and the budget.
- Build and fitPieces are built in the shop or on site, then installed and scribed to the walls.
- FinishPaint, stain or lacquer is applied, and the piece is checked before handover.
What we look at
Built-ins
Shelving, cabinets or window seats built into a wall.
Trim and panelling
Wall and ceiling detail that adds depth to the room.
Doors and openings
Custom doors and casings matched to the existing house.
Decision 1: Where interiors and millwork are used
Interiors and millwork cover built-ins, trim, panelling, doors and custom cabinetry. They are used in new homes, renovations and commercial fit-outs.
| Use | Typical millwork | What matters most |
|---|---|---|
| Living spaces | Built-ins, wall panels, trim | Proportion and the room |
| Bedrooms and closets | Closets, shelving, doors | Storage and access |
| Commercial fit-outs | Reception, counters, panels | Durability and code |
Our pick: Design the millwork to the room. It is what makes a room feel finished.
Decision 2: Design and proportion
The millwork is designed to the room, the windows and the ceiling. Proportion is set before the material is chosen, because the lines carry the room.
| Element | Design choice |
|---|---|
| Built-ins | Sized to the wall and the window |
| Trim and casings | Profile matched to the house |
| Panels | Spacing and height set to the room |
Our pick: Set the proportion first. The material and the profile follow it.
Decision 3: Materials and finishes
The material is chosen for the look, the use and the budget. Paint-grade and stain-grade materials are different, and the finish is planned with the material.
| Material | Finish | Use |
|---|---|---|
| MDF | Paint | Painted trim and panels |
| Solid wood | Stain or clear | Natural look and durability |
| Plywood veneer | Stain or lacquer | Flat panels and cabinets |
Our pick: Match the material to the finish. Paint over stain-grade material looks wrong.
Decision 4: Shop and site work
Larger pieces are built in the shop, then delivered and installed on site. Smaller pieces are built or fitted on site to the wall.
| Work | Where |
|---|---|
| Cabinets and large panels | Shop built, site installed |
| Trim and small built-ins | Site built to the wall |
| Doors | Shop built, site hung |
Our pick: Build large pieces in the shop. Fit the rest to the wall on site.
Decision 5: Installation and fit
The millwork is installed level and plumb, scribed to the walls and fixed to the framing. The fit is checked before the finish is applied.
| Step | Check |
|---|---|
| Fixing to the framing | Secure and into studs |
| Level and plumb | Checked before the finish |
| Scribing to the wall | Fit to the uneven wall |
Our pick: Fix to the framing, not only the drywall. Loose millwork is a common complaint.
Decision 6: Finish application
The finish is applied in the right order: fill, sand, prime, then paint or stain. The order decides how smooth and durable the result is.
| Stage | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Fill and sand | Smooth the surface |
| Prime | Seal and bond the finish |
| Paint or stain | The final look |
Our pick: Fill, sand and prime before the top coat. Skipping the prime shows in the finish.
Decision 7: Coordination with the other trades
The millwork is coordinated with the electrical, the lighting, the flooring and the drywall. Outlets, switches and the floor height are set before the millwork is built.
| Trade | What millwork needs |
|---|---|
| Electrical | Outlet and switch locations set |
| Flooring | Floor height confirmed |
| Drywall | Walls flat and square |
Our pick: Confirm the outlet locations and the floor height before the millwork is built.
Decision 8: Permits and approvals
Most millwork needs no permit. Changes to structure, to fire-rated walls or to exits for commercial work can need approval.
| Scope | Check |
|---|---|
| Built-ins and trim | Usually no permit |
| Changes to a wall | Check with the municipality |
| Commercial fire-rated work | Code and approval |
Our pick: Confirm the approval for any change to a wall before the millwork is built.
Decision 9: Warranty and care
Millwork lasts with the right care and the finish maintained. Fixings and the finish are checked on the schedule of the house.
| Item | What to do |
|---|---|
| Finish | Cleaned and refreshed when it wears |
| Fixings | Checked yearly |
| Hinges and drawers | Adjusted when they move |
Our pick: Adjust the hardware as soon as a door moves. It stops the wear.
Questions
Can you match existing trim?
We match the profile where possible. We will tell you if an exact match is not practical.
Is millwork done on site or in a shop?
Both. Larger pieces are often built in a shop and fitted on site.
How long does it take?
It depends on the piece. We give you a timeline once the design is agreed.
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