welcome to the
common joinery finishes guide
this Guide covers common joinery finishes ONLY
welcome to your little slice of joinery heaven
This guide is for those new to the industry Or undertaking a renovation and don't need the Full signature Finishes guide
aimed to ignite curiosity, encourage experimentation and gain confidence with specifying joinery finishes.
Let’s get real …
SOUND FAMILIAR?
Are you lacking self-belief and confidence when discussing joinery finishes with clients, joiners/cabinet markers or architects?
Are you frustrated with spending creative “time” searching for answers online and want the ability to make joinery specification decisions faster?
Do you need help understanding common joinery finishes and where they can be used, limitations and pricing points?
Do you constantly lust over joinery imagery and details that leave you wondering how you would specify that finish and whether it would be within the project's budget?
WELL, YOU SEE—I FELT THE EXACT SAME WAY.
I wondered why is there no joinery-specific resource for interior designers like myself that can provide designers with a comprehensive resource covering all the essential details whilst balancing the information from suppliers without bias?
I started researching, talking (ok, harassing) suppliers, joiners, cabinet makers, and artisans until I finally distilled this into a concise visual and written format.
And now I'm sharing the fruits of my labour with you in
"The common
Joinery Finishes Guide",
A beautiful 56-page guide outlining everything I know about common joinery finishes in a easy to digest way, removing ALL the guess work!
Resources made just for you…
Four Chapters
You can expect to find the following information:
* The different types of COMMON joinery finishes and their unique characteristics.
* How to select the appropriate finish for your specific project needs. * The pros and cons of the various finishes.
* Learn how to understand and explain to clients the cost variations confidently.
* Design joinery once and within budget.
Common Joinery Finishes
This chapter covers the most commonly and widely used joinery finishes.
Melamine, Laminate, Vinyl Wrapped, Plywood, Two Pac Polyurethane, Hand painted, Timber Veneers and Solid Timber.
Pricing Case Study
This section presents a case study that offers a comparative analysis of pricing structures for different finishes.
Cheat Sheets | Industry Standards
Tips to review joinery quotes, a substrate guide, standard board sizes, common joinery terminology, and standard joinery join details.
Glossary + Thank You
A list of common words/terms that are related to joinery.
The guide is designed to walk you through common joinery finishes and pricing structures.
Level up your joinery knowledge and become a expert.
What to expect
The different types of joinery finishes and their unique characteristics including pricing tiers
How to select the appropriate finish for your specific project needs
The pros and cons of the various finishes
Learn how to understand and explain to clients the cost variations of joinery finishes confidently
Level up your joinery specific vocabulary - to talk to trade professionals like a seasoned pro!
Save you time by feeling overwhelmed looking for answers from suppliers online
Visual aids to clearly illustrate rather than text format explanations
Instantly feel excited to take on your next joinery project with all your knowledge of finishes
Tip prompts for quick relevant facts
Joinery is a powerful tool and a business game changer. I'll give you the tools to design joinery ONCE and within budget!
$114.00
including Tax/GST
"I am in my first year of an Interior Design Bachelor, and as much info as the lecturers and university provide, I still had a million joinery-related questions, and your guide saved my life! I got my distinction mark thanks to the extra information I gained from the guide. It's also so beautifully put together. Thank you for sharing all your knowledge with a baby interior designer."
Lauren Holmes
kind words from clients
You need this! No brainer, buy it now! It will make your choices and selections more firm and you will question yourself less, giving you more confidence with both clients and cabinet makers/builders. I feel much supported in my choices and more empowered!
A must-have for any designer out there!”.
- Lisa Post
Interior Designer
“ We are currently in the process of renovating our home. Most of the renovation will be an extension with new joinery to suit our growing family. I do not understand joinery specifications, but I know what I like visually. This invaluable guide has allowed me to discuss what I want with the correct language with our designer and joiner. I also clearly understand what finishes are more punchy price-wise, so I know where to splurge and where to pull back."
—Angela Whitney
Home Renovator
“Gemma provides a much-needed resource useful to both seasoned Interior Designers and those new to the industry. The information she has included takes years to acquire! The information is collated in a fun and concise way, making it easy to read and navigate. It is current and thorough, covering materials, durability, pricing structure, and industry lingo. It has AMAZING links and quick reference cheat sheets. I hope she produces more like this to assist with navigating a complex and changing industry!”.
—Isa Stancourt
Interior Designer
“Thank you Gemma. What an impressive and valuable resource you have put together. It is comprehensive, easy to read, and beautifully presented. I particularly like the pricing case study, the cheat sheets that I’m sure I’ll keep referring back to! It is clear that you are passionate about the topic and I thank you for generously sharing all your research”.
—Kitty Lee
Architect
FAQ
WHO IS THIS DOCUMENT FOR?
This comprehensive resource is designed for anyone interested in learning and mastering joinery finishes. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned professional, the document offers valuable insights to enhance your understanding of the topic. I created the document from an interior designer's perspective to make this topic easier to understand. A resource that I always dreamed of but never existed - until now.
WHAT FORMAT IS THE DOCUMENT PROVIDED IN?
After purchasing the guide, you will receive a link allowing instant access. The guide is provided in a PDF format. We recommend you download and save the PDF onto your device.
WILL I LOSE ACCESS AFTER I PURCHASE THE DOCUMENT?
No, your access does not expire. I will be updating the document a handful of times over the next 12 months to reflect any feedback or provide the most up-to-date information. I will send an email to everyone who has purchased advising them that new version is available for download (free of charge).
CAN I SHARE THE GUIDE WITH MY PEERS, OFFICE, FRIENDS?
No, the granted license is exclusively for personal use and prohibits commercial distribution or sale. If additional team members need to access the document, you must purchase additional copies at one per team member. You may not share, copy, or repurpose any of the content shared in the guide. This is deemed theft - refer to the terms and conditions.
DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS?
This is a digital product and all sales are final.
HOW CAN I APPLY THE INFORMATION IN THE DOCUMENT?
As with nearly everything in construction, joinery specification is not linear, there are no clear-cut answers, and every project forms its own set of unique guidelines. However, some principles do apply across the board. The guide is educational and for informational purposes only.
You should always seek the advice of your local suppliers, joiners, and cabinet makers.
I AM NOT BASED IN AUSTRALIA WILL THIS GUIDE STILL BE RELEVANT?
Absolutely, while the guide may have been specifically designed to focus on Australia and New Zealand, the methodology and general principles discussed within it are applicable and relevant in other regions. The information provided in the guide can still offer valuable insights and tips that can be adapted to your specific location.
While some details, such as metric measurements and prices in AUD dollars, may not directly translate to your local context, the underlying concepts and techniques can be adjusted to fit your region's units and currency. The guide can serve as a foundation and inspire you to explore similar approaches within your country's systems and practices.
I AM UNDERTAKING A RENOVATION WILL IT HELP ME?
Whilst the creation of this document is for design professionals, there is no reason why someone taking on a renovation wouldn't find the information helpful, especially if you wanted to learn the lingo and be able to interpret joinery quotes or enter into dialogue confidently with industry professionals.
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
It’s time to level up your joinery game.