Ben Rayner Custom Woodwork

Ben Rayner Custom Woodwork The design and construction of bespoke furniture using a blend of traditional and modern techniques, as well as antique restoration projects.

Ben Rayner Custom Woodwork is the creation of Ben Rayner and his wife Jenny. We are based at a workshop near Cambridge. Ben has over 18 years experience in the creation of bespoke woodwork and antique restoration. In the late 1990’s, Ben studied Guitar Making at London Guildhall. After a period of building and repairing guitars, he moved on to a company specializing in piano restoration where he w

orked for the next 8 years. At the start of 2012, Ben decided to move away from piano restoration and start a business that would allow him to work on a wider variety of projects, not solely musical instruments. As a team, Ben and Jenny started to design furniture for their new customers. These have included dining tables, a standing desk, jewellery and a chair designed to assist people with mobility problems. They have also restored a number of pieces including numerous snooker tables and scoreboards, dining tables, chairs a linen press and other items of furniture. Whether it’s a restoration project or a custom piece, for Ben and Jenny the customer’s individual requirements are always the starting point. If you are interested in finding out more about how Ben Rayner Custom Woodwork could create that much needed item of furniture or bring a well loved piece back to life, contact Ben or Jenny.

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03/09/2023
This has been one of the most complex projects I've taken on in a long time, but it was great to get back to my roots. ...
03/09/2023

This has been one of the most complex projects I've taken on in a long time, but it was great to get back to my roots.

Enjoyed a day off by dusting off my sketchpad and pencil. It won't be hanging in any galleries but I find it a really go...
09/04/2023

Enjoyed a day off by dusting off my sketchpad and pencil. It won't be hanging in any galleries but I find it a really good way to clear my mind and relax.

I made this miniature plane today. Its main use will be shaping the braces on guitar tops and backs.
16/03/2023

I made this miniature plane today. Its main use will be shaping the braces on guitar tops and backs.

This TV cabinet is part of a set of furniture. With the size of Modern TV's, it was no longer fit for purpose. It has no...
05/03/2023

This TV cabinet is part of a set of furniture. With the size of Modern TV's, it was no longer fit for purpose. It has now been modified to give many more years service. Just need to find some matching handles!

I made these punt tables for Rutherfords Punting last summer. The laser engraving was a new process to me, but I was rea...
12/02/2023

I made these punt tables for Rutherfords Punting last summer. The laser engraving was a new process to me, but I was really happy with the results.
If you are in Cambridge, why not book a punt tour with them and enjoy the sights?

A selection of furniture completed for a customer. I always supply a 3D rendering of the piece before starting construct...
05/02/2023

A selection of furniture completed for a customer. I always supply a 3D rendering of the piece before starting construction to allow them to visualize the finished product.

29/01/2023

When you get your plane just right. Preparing struts for the guitar build.

Completed guitar soundhole with contrasting veneer edging. Progress is being made.
22/01/2023

Completed guitar soundhole with contrasting veneer edging. Progress is being made.

Guitar soundholes are traditionally round, but this project called for something a bit different. Inspired by the Acanth...
19/11/2022

Guitar soundholes are traditionally round, but this project called for something a bit different. Inspired by the Acanthus leaf prints of William Morris

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8 Schole Road
Cambridge
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