Renovating an older home: When to consider joinery

Renovating an older home gives you the chance to improve comfort and efficiency while protecting its original character. Joinery, including windows, doors, staircases, and built-in storage, shapes both the appearance and performance of the property, so you should address it early in the process.

Plan joinery from the start

Include joinery in the design stage. Window and door sizes determine structural openings, and bespoke timber joinery often requires longer lead times. Early planning helps you avoid delays, meet building regulations, and ensure accurate manufacture and installation.

Protect period features

Original timber joinery often defines an older property. Restoring or replicating these features maintains authenticity and improves insulation, security, and durability. A joinery specialist can assess existing elements and recommend the best approach.

Improve efficiency and use of space

Replacing outdated windows and doors reduces draughts and heat loss, creating a warmer and more efficient home. Renovation also creates the perfect opportunity to add fitted wardrobes, alcove shelving, or under stairs storage that makes better use of the space.

Add lasting value

Quality timber joinery enhances appearance, function, and property value. Timber offers durability, repairability, and a timeless finish that suits traditional homes.

Plan your joinery early in the renovation. This approach keeps your project on schedule, improves performance, and helps you preserve the character that makes older homes unique.

Planning a renovation?

Contact us for a free quote and expert advice on timber joinery tailored to your project.

Our process FAQ’S

How do I get started with a project at Timber Technology?

Getting started is easy—just send us an email or give us a call with a few details about your project. You don’t need to have everything figured out yet. We’ll guide you through the rest.

When do I need to make payments during the process?

We break payments into four stages:

25% deposit upon acceptance of the formal quotation
25% when you approve and sign off on the CAD drawings
45% five working days before installation
5% after final adjustments are made and the project is complete

Will I get to see the design before it’s built?

Yes! After you’ve accepted the quotation, we’ll create detailed 3D CAD drawings for you to review and approve. This ensures everything is exactly as you envision it before we begin manufacturing.

How long does the whole process usually take?

Timelines vary depending on the size and complexity of your project, but after the initial enquiry and guide price, we’ll provide a clear schedule in the formal quotation. From design to installation, we’ll keep you informed every step of the way.

We understand that every project is different.

We are flexible with our approach and happy to accommodate any specific requirements.

Please call 01252 763306 if you would like to discuss your project in more detail.

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Charlie

We'd looked at other companies who made bookcases but none offered exactly what we wanted. Timber Technology listened, came up with plans and after discussion and a lot of careful craftsmanship gave us exactly what we asked for. The finish is superb, and they fit the space perfectly. It's really made this small 'library' a very special room. We are delighted!

Peter Cummings

We are absolutely delighted with the drinks cabinet that Timber Technology created for us. We were blown away by their attention to detail and the time they took to discuss and source the materials to finish the cabinet to such a high standard. From start to end the staff were enthusiastic and thoroughly helpful. We would have no hesitation recommending them and hope to use them for another project in our summer house next year!

Tracy P

We are delighted with our new study from Timber Technology. We knew it would be special, but it’s actually exceeded our expectations! The fitters are experts in their field and extremely talented and skilful. All the units slotted in perfectly and the finish was faultless. The process from planning and design to completion was professional but friendly. Timber Technology are a very organised company to work with and whoever you deal with is delightful. Any questions or concerns are dealt with promptly, whether over the phone or face to face. They are patient and supportive and go out of their way to assist you in making the right choices. From my glowing review it is quite obvious that I would have no hesitation in recommending them. They are traditional craftspeople and that is clearly shown in the finished product.

Claire Brown

Wow, is the word friends use when seeing the projects in my home that Timber Technology have completed! Great craftsmanship & attention to detail, through every stage of the project. Exceeded my expectations & very competitive on cost. Highly recommend.

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Both times we have called upon the services of Timber Tech, we have been very pleased with the results. The crew that were assigned to us Rich, John and their team were always communicative, polite, friendly, professional and very tidy. I would absolutely recommend this company and will use them again if the need was there.

Nick Flower

Excellent company not only for their finish and designs but also for the fact they’ve sponsored my son’s football team for the past 2 seasons providing the team with kit, goals, training equipment and coaches uniforms. Can’t highly recommend them enough!

cheryl ramsden

Legends having sponsored our boys team for years now!

Jayjay H

Thanks for sponsoring Fleet Spurs Vipers FC for yet another season. Much appreciated 👏

Duncan Murray

Timber Technology designed and built a fantastic bar for inside my home. Their design team had some great ideas and the quality of their finished product is excellent. I would not hesitate in recommending them to anyone.

Lana McCluskey

I am very happy with the new kitchen, which was designed and installed by the Timber Technology team. Top quality job!