Get a 2026 UK carpentry cost estimate in 30 seconds. Internal doors, fitted wardrobes, staircases, skirting and bespoke joinery — priced by quantity, quality tier and region from CSCS-certified carpenters. No email required.
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2026 labour + materials
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Estimate Your Carpentry Cost
4 steps. Covers labour plus basic materials. Premium tier reflects solid hardwood and quality ironmongery.
Methodology
How This Calculator Works
We multiply the per-unit rate for your job by quantity, then apply your quality tier and a regional labour multiplier.
Job Rates (labour + basic materials)
Internal doors — £280 per door (frame + ironmongery)
Fitted wardrobes — £850 per linear metre
Staircase — £3,200 per staircase (13-step)
Skirting + architrave — £18 per linear metre
Bespoke joinery — £240 per day
Quality tier: Budget ×0.85 · Standard ×1.00 · Premium ×1.55.
Regional Multipliers
London 1.28× · South East 1.14× · South West 1.05×
East of England 1.08× · Midlands 1.00× (baseline)
North West 0.93× · North / Yorkshire 0.92×
Wales 0.94× · Scotland 0.96× · NI 0.88×
Low/high band is ±15% around the mid estimate. A firm price follows a site visit.
Typical Carpentry & Joinery Costs (2026)
Labour + basic materials, standard quality tier, Midlands baseline (±15%).
Job
Unit
Cost range
Internal door (frame + ironmongery)
Per door
£238–£322
Fitted wardrobes
Per linear metre
£723–£978
New staircase (13-step)
Per staircase
£2,720–£3,680
Skirting + architrave
Per linear metre
£15–£21
Bespoke joinery
Per day
£204–£276
These figures power the calculator above — enter your own spec for a tailored estimate. For the full breakdown, read our complete cost guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do carpenters charge in 2026?
UK carpenter day rates are typically £200–£280 for a qualified joiner in 2026 (£280–£380 for a master joiner, more in London). Per-item: an internal door is £180–£380 fitted, fitted wardrobes £600–£1,200 per linear metre and a new staircase £2,800–£4,500.
How much does it cost to fit internal doors?
Budget hollow MDF doors run £180–£280 each fitted, standard engineered hardwood £280–£380, and premium solid oak with period mouldings £450–£700. The price includes door, frame, architrave, hinges, latch and fitting.
How much are fitted wardrobes per metre?
Budget MDF fitted wardrobes are £600–£900 per linear metre, standard hardwood-veneer £850–£1,200, and bespoke premium units with sliding doors, internal lighting and drawers £1,400–£2,500 per linear metre.
Should I pay a day rate or a project price?
Most carpenters quote a day rate for bespoke work and a per-item price for stock items such as doors or skirting. For any project over £1,000, always get an itemised written quote so labour and materials are clear.
Are your carpenters vetted?
Yes — every carpenter we match you with is vetted, and you get up to three quotes to compare on the same specification.
How accurate is this carpentry cost calculator?
It gives a guide from 2026 UK joinery rates for the task you select, not a fixed quote. The real price depends on materials and timber grade, whether work is bespoke or off-the-shelf, site conditions, and how level existing walls and floors are. A carpenter confirms the cost after measuring and seeing the job in person.
What does the carpentry estimate include and exclude?
The figure covers labour and standard materials for the described work, with VAT where the carpenter is registered. It typically excludes premium hardwoods or bespoke joinery, ironmongery and handles, painting or finishing, structural alterations, and making good plaster or flooring. Supplying your own materials changes the price, so a written quote lists exactly what is included.
Why might a carpentry quote differ from the calculator?
The calculator assumes standard sizes and square, level surfaces. In practice, a carpenter may add for out-of-square walls, uneven floors, bespoke fitting, hardwood or matching existing profiles, and scribing around awkward features. Fitted furniture and staircases are highly variable, and London rates run higher, so use the figure as a starting budget.
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