CNC Machining in Cambridgeshire
Custom CNC Cutting, Routing and Machining from Our Workshop
We provide CNC wood machining services from our workshop in Cambridgeshire. Our work supports joinery firms, furniture makers, shopfitters, commercial fit-out contractors and designers who need accurate, production-ready timber components. Our CNC capability sits within a working joinery workshop. That means every component we produce is made with its end use in mind, checked against real joinery standards and ready to use on site or in production without rework.
We work with timber only. If you need CNC machining for wood-based components, batch runs or trade overflow work, you are in the right place.
Who We Work With
Our CNC machining services are designed for trade and commercial clients who need accurate machining, reliable lead times and a workshop that understands how timber projects come together.
We work with joinery workshops that need extra machining capacity, furniture makers producing fitted and freestanding pieces, and shopfitters delivering commercial interiors. We also support architects, interior designers and businesses that need repeat components or batch production runs.
In addition, we take on well-defined one-off projects where CNC machining offers clear advantages. If you are unsure whether your project is a good fit, send us the details and we will give you an honest answer.
Not sure if CNC is right for your project?
Feel free to send us your drawings, sketches or even just an idea. We are happy to take a look and give you an honest answer.
Trade and Batch Production
This is the core of our CNC machining work. We support joinery firms, manufacturers and commercial clients who need consistent, accurate components produced reliably and on time.
Small Batch Production
We handle small to medium production runs for furniture components, joinery parts and fit-out elements. Every batch is machined to the same tolerances so parts are interchangeable and assembly is straightforward.
Repeat Timber Components
For clients with ongoing component requirements, we offer repeat production with consistent quality across every run. Suitable for furniture makers, joinery workshops and commercial manufacturers who need parts to match exactly each time.
CNC Support for Joinery Firms
We provide overflow machining capacity for joinery workshops that need additional output without the overhead of expanding their own machinery. We understand trade workflows and can turn components around to fit your production schedule.
Prototype Development
If you are developing a new product or testing a design before moving into full production, we can machine prototypes from your files or drawings and work with you to refine the output before committing to a run.
Production-Ready Machining
All components leave our workshop checked, clean and ready for use. We do not produce parts that need significant rework before they can be assembled or installed.
CNC Routing & Precision Cutting
We machine panels, components and sheet materials to precise sizes with clean edges and reliable results.
Precision Timber Cutting
We cut solid timber, sheet materials and engineered boards to exact dimensions. Whether you need a single component or a full production run, we deliver consistent results throughout.
Profile Cutting and Custom Shaping
We cut complex shapes, curves and angles that would be difficult or time-consuming to produce by hand. This service is ideal for furniture components, decorative features and architectural timber details.
Sheet Material Machining
Our 2400mm x 1200mm CNC bed allows us to process full sheets efficiently and accurately. We regularly machine plywood, MDF, laminated boards and hardwood panels.
Routed Joinery Components
We machine housings, rebates, grooves and other joinery details to your specifications. As a result, components fit together more accurately and require less time to assemble in the workshop or on site.
Cut-Outs and Recesses
We create precise pockets, recesses and cut-outs for fittings, hardware and joinery details. This helps components fit together correctly and reduces the need for additional adjustments during installation.
Bespoke Joinery and Interior Components
We produce bespoke timber components for joinery and interior projects where standard sizes do not work and precision matters.
Cabinet Components
Carcass parts, door blanks, drawer components and internal fittings machined to specification. Suitable for both one-off bespoke cabinets and batch cabinet production.
Furniture Parts
Legs, rails, panels and structural components for fitted and freestanding furniture. Machined accurately so assembly is clean and consistent.
Storage System Components
Shelving parts, dividers, support elements and housing components for fitted storage projects. Made to measure for specific installations.
Interior Fit-Out Components
Timber elements for commercial and residential fit-out projects including panelling components, desk parts, display units and reception joinery.
CNC Engraving and Timber Signage
We provide CNC engraving for trade and commercial clients who need precise, repeatable detail across timber surfaces.
Business Signage
We produce routed and engraved timber signs for commercial premises, retail spaces and hospitality venues. Signs can be manufactured from your supplied artwork or from designs we prepare on your behalf.
Routed Lettering
We machine clean, consistent lettering into solid timber, MDF and plywood panels. This is ideal for branding, wayfinding and interior signage where accuracy and a professional finish are important.
Engraved Timber Panels
We create decorative and functional engraved panels for interior fit-outs, architectural joinery and commercial environments. Every panel is machined to ensure consistent detail across the finished piece.
Decorative CNC Detailing
CNC machining allows us to create repeating patterns, surface textures and decorative details that would be difficult to achieve by hand. These features are often used in bespoke joinery, commercial interiors and architectural projects.
Engraving Projects for Private Clients
Although most of our engraving work is for trade and commercial clients, we also take on selected private projects where CNC machining is the right solution.
Our engraved live-edge oak slab project is a good example of the type of work we are happy to consider. If you’re unsure whether CNC machining is right for your project, you can read more in our guide on when to use CNC machining for timber projects or get in touch for advice.
CAD Design and CNC Preparation
We work with clients at different stages of a project. If your files are ready for production, we can move straight to machining. If not, we can help prepare them.
CAD File Preparation
Before machining begins, we review and prepare your files for production. We check dimensions, tolerances and material allowances to help avoid errors and reduce waste.
CNC Drawing Support
Not every project starts with a finished CAD file. If you have a concept, sketch or set of dimensions, we can create production-ready drawings as part of the machining process.
File Optimisation
We can refine existing files to improve machining efficiency, reduce material waste and ensure the design works well with our CNC equipment.
Manufacturing Preparation
For clients moving from prototype to production, we help prepare files and processes for repeat manufacturing. This helps keep future production runs accurate, efficient and consistent.
We accept .svg, .dxf, .step, .ai and .stl file formats.
CAD support is available as part of a CNC machining project and is provided on the basis that we manufacture the finished components.
Workshop Capability and Materials
Our CNC machine has a 2400mm x 1200mm bed, allowing us to process full sheets and larger components accurately and efficiently. We regularly machine a wide range of materials, including oak, ash, walnut, softwoods, plywood, MDF and laminated boards. If you are unsure whether a material is suitable for your project, we are happy to advise before production begins.
Components can be collected from our Cambridgeshire workshop or shipped anywhere in the UK. We package all items securely and send them using tracked delivery services. Most projects are completed within one to two weeks of final approval, depending on the complexity of the work and the size of the order. For trade clients and ongoing production runs, we can discuss lead times as part of a longer-term arrangement.
What Our Clients Say
“I had a live edge oak slab that I had prepared myself and needed someone skilled enough to handle the engraving without damaging the character of the wood. KMP Carpentry and Joinery have been brilliant from start to finish. Communication was clear, friendly and always kept me updated. The engraving is crisp and perfectly aligned and they managed to keep the natural grain and features of the oak front and centre. It is rare to find a small business that treats your project like their own, but these guys do. Highly recommend.”
Trevor — Custom CNC Engraving Client, Shrewsbury
Discuss Your CNC Project
If you are looking for a reliable CNC machining workshop in Cambridgeshire for trade work, batch production or precision timber components, we would be happy to hear from you.
You do not need to have everything finalised before getting in touch. Simply send us your files, drawings, dimensions or a brief outline of your project. We will review the details and get back to you within one working day with honest advice on the best next steps and whether we are the right fit for the work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you offer CNC machining for both trade and private clients?
Yes. We provide CNC machining in Cambridgeshire for trade professionals including furniture makers, joinery companies, designers and shopfitters, as well as private clients with bespoke or one-off projects.
So, whether you need repeat components or a single custom piece, we are always happy to help.
What types of projects are suitable for CNC machining?
CNC machining works well for any project that needs precision, repeat accuracy or multiple identical components. In practice, this includes routed furniture parts, joinery components, engraved panels, signage and small batch production.
If you are unsure whether CNC is the right approach, feel free to get in touch. We are always happy to review ideas and advise on the best way forward.
What materials can you machine?
We primarily work with timber and sheet materials used in joinery and furniture manufacture. This includes solid hardwoods such as oak, plywood, MDF and laminated boards. If you are unsure about your material, we are happy to advise on the best option for your project.
How do I submit a CNC job?
You can send us CAD files, drawings, measurements, sketches or even just a description of what you need. From there, we will review everything and advise on the best approach, materials and next steps. You do not need everything finalised to get started.
Do you accept CAD files and can you help with design?
Yes. We accept .svg, .dxf, .step, .ai and .stl files. If your idea is not yet finalised, we can also help design, refine or prepare your files as part of the machining process. Just get in touch and we will work through it with you.
What size pieces can your CNC machine produce?
Our CNC router has a working bed of 2400mm x 1200mm, which allows us to machine full sheet materials and larger components with ease. This makes it well suited to panels, furniture parts and detailed joinery components.
Do you ship CNC-machined parts across the UK?
Yes. We ship precision CNC-machined components across the UK using Royal Mail Tracked services.
Local collection from our Cambridgeshire workshop is also available if you prefer.
Can you machine customer-supplied timber?
In most cases, yes. We can machine customer-supplied timber, including oak and other hardwoods, as long as it passes our initial suitability checks. We will usually ask for photos, dimensions and details about the material to confirm it is suitable. A standard handling charge may apply.
How long does CNC machining take?
Most projects are turned around within one to two weeks from file approval or final confirmation of dimensions. Simpler one-off jobs can often be faster. For batch work or projects with more complex preparation, we will confirm a realistic timeline when we review your brief. If you have a deadline, just let us know and we will do our best to work around it.
Do you use sustainable materials?
Yes. We source FSC and PEFC certified timber and sheet materials from trusted suppliers. We also use recyclable packaging where possible and retain offcuts for future projects, samples or prototypes to help minimise waste.