Made-to-Measure Storage & Joinery
Well-planned storage makes rooms calmer and easier to live in. We design, build and install made-to-measure cabinetry that fits your space exactly, hides clutter and complements your decor. Every project starts with a careful survey and a discussion about what you need to store, how you use the room and the finishes you prefer. We propose layouts that balance capacity, access and proportion, then manufacture accurately for crisp scribes, even gaps and durable results. Installation is tidy and respectful, with protection to floors and furnishings and a clean handover when we’re done.
Bespoke Solutions
From elegant living rooms to busy bedrooms and home offices, we create fitted furniture that uses every inch intelligently. Built-ins bring full-height capacity without awkward fillers; media walls organise technology and cabling; and window seats add storage with a comfortable perch. We’ll help you choose door styles, frame details and handle finishes that work with your skirtings, architraves and floors so the new joinery belongs to the house, not just the room. The result is practical storage with the feel of well-made furniture.
Wardrobes
Made-to-measure wardrobes maximise height and width, with internals tailored to your clothes and habits. We plan hanging lengths, double vs single rails, drawers for folded items and adjustable shelves for flexibility. Doors can be shaker, slab or mirrored, with soft-close hinges and tidy interiors. Where ceilings or floors run out, we scribe neatly for a seamless look and ensure ventilation where needed. Finishes range from paint-grade to veneered or solid timber, all prepared for clean, durable edges and easy cleaning.
Alcove Units
Chimney-breast alcoves are perfect for fitted storage. We typically combine low cabinets for hidden items with bookcases above, aligning shelf lines to picture rails or door heads for a considered look. Cable ports and discreet ventilation keep devices cool and tidy, while face frames and plinths tie into existing woodwork. Every shelf is level and supported to prevent sag; every door sits true with even gaps. The effect is a calm wall that stores more and looks intentional.
Media Walls
A good media wall frames the screen, hides cables and gives you useful storage without dominating the room. We set out the TV niche, soundbar and speakers, then wrap storage around them: deep base units for devices and gaming, slimmer shelves above for display. Service voids and access panels are designed from the start, with power and data exactly where you need them. Optional LED lighting can wash shelves or provide a soft evening glow.
Smart Layouts
The inside matters as much as the outside. We plan internals around what you own—long dresses, bulky coats, files, toys, records—so everything has a sensible place. Adjustable shelves keep options open, while full-extension drawers give easy access. We’ll agree shelf spacing, rail heights and divider positions on drawings before we cut a single panel. Thoughtful layouts mean faster mornings, tidier evenings and furniture that continues to work as your needs change.
Hanging, Drawers & Shelving
We balance double hanging for shirts and skirts with single hanging for coats and dresses, add deep drawers for knitwear and smaller ones for accessories, and set shelf depths so they store without wasting space. Full-extension runners show contents clearly, and adjustable shelves let you reconfigure later. We specify thicker shelves for heavy books or records and add mid-spans or concealed steel where long runs demand extra support.
Shoe & Accessories Storage
Dedicated spaces keep small items orderly. Pull-out trays for shoes, angled shelves for quick viewing, shallow drawers for belts and jewellery, and divided trays for watches or ties all save time. We’ll include lighting where visibility helps and soft lining where you want protection. Everything is positioned sensibly—frequent-use items at comfortable height, seasonal items higher—so your storage works as intuitively as it looks.
Scribing & Seamless Fit
Rooms are rarely square. We measure wall bow, ceiling levels and skirting sizes, then manufacture for tight scribes and even gaps. Face frames meet walls cleanly, plinths sit flush and cornice lines run straight through. Where pipework or sockets intrude, we template and build around them neatly, keeping sightlines calm. This attention to fit is what makes fitted furniture look like it came with the house.
Walls, Ceilings & Skirting
We scribe to uneven walls and ceilings for a seamless edge, and decide case by case whether to return or replace skirting so expansion gaps remain hidden. In older properties we blend slight irregularities sympathetically; in modern homes we chase a crisp, minimal shadow line. Either way, corners close tight, paint lines are clean and the joinery sits as one with the room.
Cable Management & Service Voids
Power, data and ventilation are planned in from the start. We rout cable paths with grommets to rear voids, leave access panels for future upgrades and ventilate enclosed equipment. Sockets land exactly where you need them—behind the TV niche, inside a cabinet or on a shelf for chargers—so surfaces stay clear and the installation remains easy to live with.
Materials & Hardware
We balance durability, budget and appearance. Paint-grade boards give flawless painted finishes; quality veneers offer real-wood grain without the movement of solid timber; and solid hardwoods add tactile edges for feature pieces. Hardware matters: soft-close hinges and smooth runners feel better and last longer. We specify fixings that stay tight, adjustable feet for levelling and robust shelf pins that won’t creep.
Paint-grade, Veneered or Solid Timber
Paint-grade is ideal for colour-matched schemes with sharp lines. Veneered boards bring warmth and natural variation with excellent stability. Solid oak or ash is perfect where touch and shaping matter—tops, lippings, handrails. We often mix materials to hit the sweet spot of look, performance and cost, sealing edges and finishing faces for longevity and easy maintenance.
Soft-close Hinges & Quality Runners
Premium hardware improves daily life. We use soft-close concealed hinges for quiet doors, full-extension runners so drawers open fully, and strong fixings sized for load. Push-to-open systems are available for a handleless look, or we’ll fit handles that echo other details in your home. Everything is aligned, adjusted and tested before handover.
Finishing Options
Finish defines the character and upkeep. Sprayed paint gives an ultra-even surface; hand painting is flexible for on-site tweaks and colour matching; oil or hardwax on timber brings warmth and easy local repair. We’ll sample sheen levels and colours in your light, then prepare meticulously—fill, sand, caulk—so the finish lays flat and stays looking good.
Sprayed, Hand-painted or Oiled
Sprayed finishes are fast, flawless and contemporary. Hand-painted suits period joinery or when blending with existing woodwork. Oiled timber highlights grain and is straightforward to refresh. Whatever you choose, we use compatible systems and leave care guidance so cleaning is simple and touch-ups disappear.
Why Choose DM Jones Contractors
- ✓ Accurate surveys and clear drawings before fabrication.
- ✓ Made-to-measure cabinetry with crisp scribes and even gaps.
- ✓ Robust internals: properly supported shelves and solid carcasses.
- ✓ Premium hardware—soft-close hinges, full-extension runners.
- ✓ Integrated lighting, power and cable routes planned in.
- ✓ Clean, respectful installation with dust control and floor protection.
- ✓ Finishes to suit your home: sprayed paint, hand-painted or oiled timber.
- ✓ Straightforward timelines, clear pricing and local references.
Ready to Plan Your Storage?
Share a few photos and rough sizes, or book a visit. We’ll suggest layouts and finishes, confirm the details on drawings and provide a clear, itemised quotation with realistic lead times. Request a design visit & quote.
