Stephen Franks Carpentry & Building Projects

Updates

Posted on Mar 25, 2021

Looking for a good solid utility outbuilding? It is cheaper to buy online, but a bespoke building will last 20-30 years or more.

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Posted on Mar 25, 2021

We are still working through Covid, taking extra precautions with indoor work.

Posted on Apr 14, 2020

Just a quick update to say that even with Covid-19 I am still working where safe to do so. The vast majority of my work requires little to no interaction with clients whilst working. If you have carpentry, decorating and home repair work that needs doing, please feel free to contact me.

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Posted on Apr 14, 2020

I AM STILL OPEN AND WORKING WHERE SAFE. THIS INCLUDES OUTDOOR WORK AND BUILDING FURNITURE OFF SITE IN MY WORKSHOP. IF YOU HAVE A PROJECT AND UNSURE IF SAFE TO PROCEED PLEASE CALL ME TO DISCUSS.

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Posted on Apr 11, 2020

EXTERIOR DECORATION - why don’t you take the opportunity to refresh your exterior paintwork? Covid Safe! This job was a Farrow & Ball copy of “London Stone” in Sadolins Superdec, the king of exterior paints. Contact me for a quote!

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Posted on Apr 3, 2020

Working from home for foreseeable future? I can build home offices within garages. Get away from the noise and distractions of working inside your house.

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Posted on Mar 23, 2020

COVID-19 UPDATE

These are tough times for everyone. I am now taking on workshop based cabinet making projects. Most of these jobs can be done without any interaction. Feel free to contact me regarding wardrobes, larder units and any other fitted or freestanding units. I can easily work from phot...

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Posted on Jan 17, 2020

Revisit to completed job. It was a pleasure to go back to a completed job and see the room finished and furnished. The cabinets I built are very appropriate and sit well in the room as a focal point.

Posted on Dec 16, 2019

Period style paving at 17th century farmhouse.

Testimonials

3 years ago

Another excellent job from Stephen. Working in all weathers he has completed a most successful job on our gable ends of our barn. His carpentry skills are brilliant!

- Jonathan b

3 years ago

Stephen did a superb job for us. He was reliable and his work was of an extremely good quality. I would thoroughly recommend him.

- olivia r

3 years ago

Stephen completely renovated a large shed (8x5m) in our garden - we were looking at replacing it and buying new - however the complete rebuild that Stephen did was better value and a better finish. Very happy to recommend.

- Hugh S

About Me

I am a carpenter & cabinet maker able to build bespoke furniture pieces to clients specifications, including working from photos, drawings and mood boards.

My cabinet making work includes:

Standalone Painted Bookcases
Fitted Painted Bookcases
Alcove Units
Shelves
Window Seats
Painted Coat Rack Storage Units
Painted Kitchen Islands
Painted Kitchen Larder Units
MDF Cupboard Doors
Hardwood Cupboard Doors

I mostly produce painted period style pieces, mainly Georgian & Regency themed.

Most clients like Farrow & Ball colour schemes, though I can offer mixed alternatives. My cabinet spraying facilities produce a nice flat finish, though hand painting is available at a higher cost.

For those requiring general carpentry I offer: