What is cabinetry?

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Joinery is a professional job and for many it can be considered as a true art.. The person who is a cabinetmaker belongs to the branch of carpentry and stands out above all because he has managed to develop a series of creative skills when it comes to working with wood. It is not the same to work wood as a carpenter does as a cabinetmaker does.

In the following article we will talk a little more about a trade such as cabinetmaking and of the skills and knowledge that a good cabinetmaker should have.

Differences between carpenter and cabinetmaker

As we have already mentioned before, cabinetmaking is a branch or specialty within carpentry. Although many people confuse the carpenter's trade with that of cabinetmaker, they are two totally different professions with their own characteristics. In the case of the carpenter, he goes to work with wood and manages to create different products such as tables, windows or chairs. For his part, the cabinetmaker, he works with wood but with the aim or objective of creating different pieces of great craftsmanship value. The techniques used are more complex and more difficult than those of the carpenter and require much more time.

One of the clearest differences between both professions is the type of wood they use when working. The wood used by the cabinetmaker is more expensive and complex than that used by the carpenter. and their tools are finer and more delicate. The cabinetmaker's work is considered a work of art by many and the professional is considered a true artist, just like a sculptor or draftsman.

cabinetmaking as art

The person who is dedicated to cabinetmaking is an expert in the art of wood. When making exclusive and unique pieces, their salaries are much higher and higher than those that carpenters will receive. A good cabinetmaker will easily master the different techniques for working with wood and know how to choose the most suitable wood for each piece that he is going to create and make.

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Professional profile of a cabinetmaker

There are a number of characteristics that a good cabinetmaker should have:

  • be a good cartoonist and know how to design plans.
  • Have a great creativity and ingenuity.
  • certain knowledge in geometry.
  • Have a good pulse as it comes Very delicate and precise work.
  • Knowledge about types of wood what's in the market.
  • knowledge about repair and restoration of furniture.
  • Certain skills to be able to manufacture all kinds of furniture.
  • a lot of delicacy and neatness when working.

Techniques used by the cabinetmaker

Professional cabinetmakers are going to work with a type of wood that is more delicate and of higher quality than those used by carpenters. The most used woods are oak, walnut or cherry. A cabinetmaker is capable of capturing his designs in wood and achieving a truly detailed piece. In relation to the different techniques used by a cabinetmaker, the following should be highlighted:

  • Inlaying consists of putting different pieces of other materials on the wooden work. In this way the cabinetmaker works with materials such as ceramics or metal.
  • Turning is a traditional technique that is done with a tool called a lathe. The lathe goes around and the cabinetmaker shapes the piece in question.
  • Through carving, the cabinetmaker gives the desired shape to the wood with which he works. In carving, he uses tools such as chisels or gravers.
  • Veneering is another technique that a good cabinetmaker must master. Thanks to the veneer, the cabinetmaker decorates the wood used and achieves a beautiful handcrafted piece. Veneering comprises various modalities as is the case of the hammer or the wedge.

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What materials does the cabinetmaker use when working

Apart from having a high quality wood, the cabinetmaker uses a series of materials to achieve the best possible finish. In this way he uses steel wool or fine sandpaper and another series of products such as oils, enamels or varnishes. Everything is necessary in order to achieve a piece of great craftsmanship value and wonderful quality.

Ultimately, there is no doubt that the work of a cabinetmaker has enormous value in every way. Knowing the different techniques and using different materials make the cabinetmaker be considered a true artist. If you like to work with wood and consider yourself creative as well as in love with the world of art, do not hesitate to specialize in a profession as beautiful as cabinetmaking.


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