There are endless fine pieces of furniture that are found in the market. However, any person would want to have a unique piece of furniture that is different from those that are sold in a furniture shop. Or, he may want to acquire a piece of furniture that is very specific to his needs.

For specially made furniture, he may want to have it custom made. Custom woodworking ensures that the item the client wants is purely based on his specifications. Custom woodworking is mostly done by individual, professional woodworkers or small, specialized woodworking companies. Big companies usually do not offer custom made items.

Custom woodworking demands understanding between the woodworker and the client. The woodworker should have a clear knowledge and a vision about what the client exactly wants. In turn, the client should realize and recognize the capability of the woodworker with regards to his item.

A typical custom woodworking transaction undergoes a series of processes. First, the woodworker gives the client a tour of his shop or facility and shown a portfolio of his recent projects. This is to gain the trust and confidence of the client.

The client then explains the furniture he wants. In detail, he describes the dimensions, moving parts, the features of the furniture and his budget for such work. The woodworker takes note of the information and gives the client an estimate. After a day or two, the woodworker gives a preliminary design of the item the customer wishes to have. The design could be revised if the customer wishes to alter it. The first exchange of money, the payment of the design fee, usually happens here.

The next part of the custom woodworking transaction is a visitation to the actual site where the furniture is going to be placed. The woodworker determines if the design is doable. If it is, he advises the client of the final cost. Once the design is approved and the contract is signed, the construction of the project can begin. Some woodworkers require advance payment before the construction can commence.

Construction of the custom project may take a few days to a few weeks, depending on the complexity of the project. At this point, it is important that the client makes regular visits to the shop to see how the project is going. The woodworker should also update the client on the development of the project.

The transaction ends upon installation of the final product. During this time, the client pays the remaining amount.

Custom made furniture or other wood items are more expensive than the ones bought in stores. However, the money is always worth it. The furniture is unique and will truly make a statement for your home.