1. Client Consultation & Idea Gathering
Objective: Understand the client's vision, needs, space, and preferences.
Details:
Discuss dimensions, purpose, style, wood type, and finishes.
Collect reference images or sketches if available.
Offer guidance on design, material, and feasibility.
2. Design & Planning
Objective: Finalize the design with client approval.
Details:
Create a rough sketch or 3D model.
Provide material suggestions and cost estimate.
Finalize dimensions, joinery methods, and finishes.
Get client confirmation and collect deposit (if required).
3. Material Selection & Preparation
Objective: Choose the right wood and prepare it for crafting.
Details:
Select the appropriate type of wood (oak, walnut, pine, teak, etc.).
Check for grain patterns, moisture content, and quality.
Cut raw timber to rough sizes.
Plane, joint, and sand the pieces to get precise, clean edges.
4. Cutting & Shaping
Objective: Begin forming the individual parts of the product.
Details:
Cut components to exact measurements.
Use saws, routers, chisels, and lathes to shape parts.
Add decorative edges, grooves, or custom carvings if needed.
5. Joinery & Assembly
Objective: Assemble the parts into the final product.
Details:
Use appropriate joinery: dovetail, mortise and tenon, biscuit joints, etc.
Apply glue or fasteners where needed.
Clamp and align for precision.
Let the glue cure properly before further steps.
6. Sanding & Surface Preparation
Objective: Prepare the surface for finishing.
Details:
Sand all surfaces using increasing grits (80 → 120 → 220, etc.).
Check for any imperfections, gaps, or glue residue.
Fill any cracks or holes with wood filler if required.
7. Finishing
Objective: Enhance the appearance and protect the wood.
Details:
Apply stain, oil, lacquer, polyurethane, or paint based on the design.
Hand-rub or spray finishes depending on texture desired.
Apply multiple coats, allowing drying time between each.
Buff or polish for a smooth final touch.
8. Quality Check
Objective: Ensure the product meets standards.
Details:
Inspect joints, finishes, measurements, and structural strength.
Check for smoothness, stability, and final appearance.
Make touch-ups if necessary.
9. Packaging & Delivery
Objective: Safely deliver the finished product.
Details:
Carefully wrap the product with protective material.
Arrange delivery or pickup.
Provide care instructions if needed (e.g., cleaning tips, maintenance advice).
10. Follow-Up (Optional but recommended)
Objective: Ensure customer satisfaction.
Details:
Ask for feedback or reviews.
Offer future maintenance or customization options.
Build long-term client relationships.