Customer Testimonials & Reviews. What our customers say
A kitchen which looks brand new…
" We saw an advert in the Wiltshire Living Magazine for Nick's company and were attracted by the fact that he renovates and modernises kitchens
We had a nice 17 year old hand built kitchen which was beginning to feel very tired with chipped paintwork and cupboard mechanisms which were broken and not working well. We were unkeen to replace the kitchen both from a cost and a sustainability perspective
He initially came and viewed the kitchen and we could tell that he was on our wavelength regarding what we required. He promptly got back to us with a competitive quote for the work and started soon afterwards
Nick removed a lot of the woodwork, leaving the cupboard carcasses. He then repaired and spray painted it in his workshop.He replaced all the hinges and repaired or replaced many of the in cupboard mechanisms
He also spray painted the tongue and groove woodwork behind our kitchen surfaces
He was able to colour match our paint choices exactly
Nick kept us up to date with how things were going in the workshop via regular emails and photographs which kept us reassured regarding how the project was progressing
We now have a kitchen which looks brand new, with lovely 'state of the art' corner cupboards and sliding in-cupboard mechanisms. He was also able to improve the lighting above and in the cupboards which is something we hadn't initially thought about
Nick has completed the work to a very high standard and we would thoroughly recommend him ”
— Mr & Mrs M. (Kitchen makeover, Middle Winterslow)
I just knew he could visualise my ideas...
" After having spoken to a few joiners about the plans I had for my kitchen, I didn’t feel like any of them quite understood my vision! As soon as Nick came round to discuss, I just knew he could visualise my ideas.
From receiving the first fantastic CAD designs until he started construction, Nick always kept us in the loop, so we always knew what stage we were at and when the construction began. Photo updates were very exciting, and we had a few tweaks to make along the way. Each time Nick personally came to see us to discuss each option so we could make the right decision.
He is organised, professional and great at communication, all the things a professional should be.
When it came to installation, he was very quiet, tidy, organised and never felt like he was intruding in our personal space, which, when you are renovating and have lots of work going on, seems like a constant struggle!
The end piece is just a work of art, we absolutely love it and it’s a dream come true for us. If you are thinking about using Nick’s company for your project, do not hesitate. We will be using Nick for future projects and are happy to show you our kitchen if you want to have a look at the craftmanship ”
— Mr & Mrs B. (Bespoke kitchen, Melksham)
His high standards and attention to detail are first class...
" Nick became involved in our kitchen project at an early stage, when we had decided we wanted to make improvements to our kitchen without ripping everything out and starting again
He quickly helped to give us more focus and talked through various options. A comprehensive survey of our existing set-up followed so that he had detailed measurements of all aspects of the layout
Next steps included building new wall and base units and a bookcase designed in a style which matched all the existing units and upgrading all door hinges and drawer mechanisms
We chose a new colour and Nick repainted all units either by hand or by spraying at his workshop. Throughout he showed good flexibility in being willing to add to or modify more detailed aspects as we went along
The end result gave us a kitchen with a transformed look and much more storage, all within the existing footprint!
We would not hesitate to recommend Nick to others who wish to have similar work carried out. His high standards and attention to detail are first class ”
— Mr & Mrs J. (Kitchen Modernisation & Bespoke Build, Malmesbury)
He had so many good ideas...
“ We decided to update our kitchen and Nick was recommended to us. His first visit to our tired kitchen convinced us we had found the right person to do the work
He had so many good ideas and as we had not done any major alterations in our house for some time, it was great to have his help and advice.
We wanted to keep the traditional feel of our cottage kitchen and although most of it is new, we have kept the character while at the same time updating everything
We did the kitchen in stages and each time Nick visited and talked things through with us and then prepared drawings for us to consider. At all times he was great at communicating with us and we never felt rushed into any decision
The first stage was a bespoke unit with a glass display cabinet and LED lighting on top which looks very smart
The second stage utilised some existing solid ash wood doors and as we wanted to keep some of them, Nick worked with us to create a beautiful stained wood dresser
He also had to deal with creating cupboards to hide our boiler in such a way as to ensure we had access to it for servicing etc
Finally we replaced our sink and he kindly provided us with a temporary one while the work was completed. New worktops, mixer tap, display shelf and tiling finished off the project
His suggestions regarding storage space, sliding drawers and access have provided us with a more user friendly kitchen and, on his advice, we have eliminated the things in the kitchen which most annoyed us
His suggestions re. lighting were spot on and have made a real difference
Nick is a tidy worker, has high standards and everything is done with great attention to detail
We would highly recommend him ”
— Mrs E. (Kitchen Modernisation & Bespoke Build, Gt Somerford)
He has transformed a tired 1970s kitchen into a smart and modern area...
" We had been wanting to modernise our kitchen for a while, when we saw an advert in the Wiltshire Living offering the opportunity to renovate what we already have
Nick came to see us and we immediately knew that he was going to be able to provide us with our various ideas
Our kitchen has many cupboards of varying sizes which he stripped down and treated with up to six applications, resulting in a truly wonderful restoration, which has transformed a tired 1970s kitchen into a smart and modern area
This, along with new work tops, sink unit, under hob pan drawers and some updated lighting have completed the new look
His standard of work is of the highest quality and his attention to detail is meticulous
Nick has excellent communication skills and has a great eye for how the finished work will look
Nothing is too much trouble and he is most keen to please, even to the finest detail
We would therefore recommend him to you without reservation ”
— Mr & Mrs B. (Kitchen Modernisation, Salisbury)
He foresaw several potential difficulties that we had not and found solutions to them...
“ Nick is the complete professional, a true craftsman who listens to what his clients want and uses his expertise and skills to complete the project; we have no hesitation in recommending him
I saw a recommendation for his work from another satisfied customer on a local community website and contacted him about a project I had been thinking about for some time. It was for a fitted cabinet and shelving in our living room, I sent a sketch with measurements and from that point Nick was a joy to work with
He produced detailed CAD images of what was possible and advised us on lighting, materials and design, and produced cost estimates for alternatives. His guidance was invaluable, he foresaw several potential difficulties that we had not and found solutions to them
Once we settled on the final design he visited to talk us through the project and take precise measurements of the room. We were consulted at every stage with our questions and ideas talked through with informed advice
In the end we chose solid wood, not the cheapest but we have no regrets, it is a beautiful piece of work
We are delighted with the final product, it has transformed the room (it replaced standard shop bought units) and, as I said to Nick, my only regret is that we did not have it done years ago
The dimmable LED lighting recommended and fitted by Nick is excellent, far better than I envisioned at the beginning
There is no doubt that Nick is an expert cabinet maker who has a real interest in the projects that he undertakes; he provides a full service from design to fitting, being personally involved at every stage
We say again that we are delighted with the final result and working with Nick was an absolute pleasure
We recommend him to anyone thinking of undertaking a bespoke furniture project for their home, they
will be working with a helpful, enthusiastic and highly skilled craftsman committed to providing the best service possible ”
— Mr & Mrs C. (Bespoke Cabinets, Stanton St. Quinton)
Friendly, approachable and listens to what you, as the customer, wants...
" For many of us, having your dream kitchen is often a luxury you can only afford once, so it is important to get it right the first time and do your homework!
I visited several high street kitchen places and got plans drawn up but felt I wanted the 'bespoke' touch
I found Nick through his advert and asked him if he could come round and talk to me about the new kitchen. I'm in a wheelchair and I love cooking, therefore it was important that Nick understood my needs. We spent several hours and several visits getting the plans just right – Nick had a big input into what would work and what wouldn't
When I wanted a bespoke bookshelf and drawer unit, Nick designed and built it to my liking. My pride and joy is my large drawer for spices, also a lovely bespoke magnetic knife rack on the wall which Nick made in solid oak using the Japanese “shou sugi ban” burnt-wood technique
I love my new kitchen, it's practical, is easy for me to get around it, looks the bees knees and I have so enjoyed spending hours cooking in it.
Certainly a professional yet he is friendly, approachable and listens to what you, as the customer, wants.
You can guarantee an excellent job. I couldn't recommend anyone better ”
— Mr & Mrs H. (New-fit "High Street" Kitchen & Custom Build, Calne)
He patiently repainted, to ensure we were happy customers...
" From the outset, he listened attentively to our requirements, really refreshing these days!
We were so fortunate to come across Nick. He has completely updated our downstairs w.c. to our specifications.
He was consistently reliable, and produced a very high standard of workmanship
Nick went over and above. When he’d completed the work and we decided we weren’t happy with the colour we’d chosen I felt confident to tell him the shade wasn’t quite right and he patiently repainted, to ensure we were happy customers
Absolutely no hesitation in recommending him "
— Mr & Mrs B. (Bespoke Cloakroom, Derry Hill)