Joinery
The making of furniture and fittings from wood. See also cabinetmaking and furniture making.
| Status | Currently viable |
| Craft category | Building crafts; Wood |
| Historic area of significance | UK |
| Area currently practised | UK |
| Origin in the UK | |
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History
Techniques
Local forms
Sub-crafts
Issues affecting the viability of the craft
Support organisations
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The Worshipful Company of Joiners and Ceilers – represents woodcarvers, and joiners. It is active in sponsorship, awards schemes and appointments of apprentices.
- Chichester College
- West Suffolk College
- City and Guilds Art College
- City and Guilds of London Institute – This was originally set up by the City of London Livery Companies in the nineteenth century. The Worshipful Company of Joiners and Ceilers are currently represented on the City and Guilds of London Council.
Craftspeople currently known
Other information
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