Finishing Timberwork

Doors, skirting, architraves, trim.

The detail work that tells a room it's almost done. The difference between 'renovated' and 'rented-looking' lives here — in the mitres, the gap-fill, and the time spent fitting hardware properly.

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At a glance

Stage: 10 of 16
Difficulty: Intermediate
Subtopics: 3

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All stages:

1.Ideas 2.Planning 3.Demolition 4.Landscaping 5.External 6.Construction 7.Rough-In 8.Plastering 9.Flooring 10.Finishing Timberwork 11.Painting 12.Cabinets & Fixtures 13.Fit-Off 14.Punch List 16.Party!

What happens at this stage

Subtopics & components

Click any subtopic to expand. Every component carries a skill-level indicator so you know which bits are DIY-friendly and which are best handed to a licensed tradie.

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