L'Artisan Joiner

11/07/2026

One of our recent projects.

20/06/2026

Working in 40°C isn't business as usual

With temperatures forecast to reach 38–40°C across many parts of France as of now and into next week, thousands of professional trades will be adapting how they work to protect both themselves and the quality of your project.

Roofers, scaffolders, electricians working in roof spaces, plasterers, landscapers, and many others will face temperatures well above those shown in the weather forecast.

If your contractor starts earlier than usual, takes more frequent breaks or finishes earlier in the afternoon, it isn't a lack of commitment. It's professional judgement.

Extreme heat affects:
☀️ People
☀️ Materials
☀️ Installation quality
☀️ Site safety

Sometimes the most professional decision is not to push through difficult conditions but to adapt the workday instead.

A quality job is worth waiting an extra hour for.

Trades – how will next week's temperatures change the way you work? 👇

06/05/2026

Sometimes we have to say no when a client asks us for new doors.

In this case, there were five curved doors to replace, but after assessing them, we found that they were actually in fairly good condition.
With some careful repairs, an improved panel detail at the bottom, a bit of tidying up generally and a fresh coat of paint, they'll last for many more years.

Not every project needs a full replacement. By restoring instead, we helped our client avoid unnecessary expense while keeping the original character intact.

25/02/2026

Traditionally constructed staircases.
Wedged, glued and screwed for complete solidity, no movement, no squeaks.

Solid staircases, built to last.

21/02/2026

19/02/2026

Small can be beautiful.

Take a look at this kitchen we created for Rae and Dave. Space was at a premium, and they couldn’t afford to lose any storage. When designing their new kitchen, we worked closely with them to ensure we added even more storage than they had before.

The shallow cupboards beneath the breakfast bar side of the island added a surprising amount of extra space. Now they have a beautifully spacious kitchen, complete with an island that once felt like an unrealistic dream.

Their kitchen-dining room is now the entertaining hub of their cosy little home.

Before and after photos.

10/02/2026

Happy clients are our raison d'être, because if the client isn't happy what is the point?

We make kitchens, staircases, fitted wardrobes and anything else made from wood.
We make and fit everything so that our clients have complete continuity of service and quality, from design through manufacturing to the painting and finally installation.
•Fully qualified
•30 years experience
•10 years Assurance Décennale
•Siret 840 258 685 00014
17510 Fontaine Chalendray and surrounding areas.

27/01/2026

21/11/2025

Bespoke door hung using the existing hinges.

Simple and solidly built.

14/11/2025

Barn doors.
Made from hardwood, using traditional joinery methods.
Built to last.