The carpentry profession and its many facets

Own design and own ideas are sometimes the focus of the carpentry profession. These are then implemented in a workshop. However, carpenters also very often work in an industrial company. This means that finished wood is purchased and processed.

What do you have to be able to do or have to have to become a carpenter:

• Spatial imagination
• Skill in handling materials and tools
• basic mathematical knowledge and also
  a basic understanding of technology are good prerequisites.
• In addition, patience and a desire to work physically. As you will often be working with customers and in a team, certain manners and social skills are of course an advantage.

What is the difference between a carpenter and a cabinetmaker?

As the name suggests, cabinet makers are more concerned with the production and assembly of interior fittings and furniture, while builders are more concerned with elements that affect the exterior. These include windows and front doors, large-scale glazing and facades, stairs, conservatories, patio coverings, as well as wooden floors and room doors.

Does the carpentry profession have a future?

Craftsmanship in general is more in demand than ever. The work we do cannot usually be carried out by robots or outsourced to other low-wage countries. This is because our products and services are needed locally. In this respect, the carpentry profession has very positive prospects for the future in the long term.

The opportunities for further training range from master craftsman, technician and business administrator to various courses of study that are possible after a successful apprenticeship. As a journeyman carpenter, you also have a wide range of opportunities and promotion prospects within the company and in many areas of the trade.

How can I become a carpenter?

The best thing to do is to come and spend a few days with us and take a close look at our workshops. You can apply here.