Behind the Build

Step behind the scenes at our family-run workshop in Cambridgeshire. Every project begins with care, precision, and passion. In this series, we take you closer to the joinery techniques, materials, and design steps that bring our custom creations to life. You will see everything from timber selection and CNC machining to the final touches and installation. Whether you love traditional craftsmanship or modern woodworking tools, Behind the Build offers a true look at how quality joinery is made.

Recent Behind the Scenes Stories and Projects


Timber frame under construction for a bespoke garage project in Cambridgeshire — property transformation by skilled joiners.

Bespoke Joinery, Custom Carpentry & Personalised Wooden Gifts: What We Do at KMP Carpentry & Joinery

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At KMP Carpentry & Joinery, we combine over 45 years of hands-on experience with modern CNC precision to create bespoke joinery, custom carpentry and personalised wooden pieces. Our carpentry and joinery services are based in Cambridgeshire, where we work on fitted projects, home upgrades and made-to-measure furniture.Our CNC machining and personalised wooden gifts are available…

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Finished personalised solid oak chopping board with engraved Colbeck’s Kitchen design and juice groove.

From Raw Oak to a Treasured Gift: How We Handcraft Our Personalised Chopping Boards

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There’s something very special about a personalised gift — especially one made from natural materials and crafted by hand. Over the past few weeks, our Cambridgeshire workshop has been busy creating a range of personalised gifts that customers across the UK already love. One item has quickly become a favourite: our personalised solid oak chopping…

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Close-up of a handcrafted oak serving tray with smooth finish — part of the personalised wooden gifts UK collection.
KMP Carpentry & Joinery’s family-run woodwork team outside their Cambridgeshire workshop.

Welcome to the KMP Journal: Meet the Makers and Our Mission

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Hello and welcome to the very first post on our brand new blog. We’re so glad you’re here. We are KMP Carpentry & Joinery, a family-run workshop based in Cambridgeshire, specialising in bespoke joinery, custom carpentry and CNC machining. Led by Karl, our founder and master carpenter with over 45 years of hands-on experience, we…

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