Wood Project Cost Guides 2026

81+ pricing guides for custom woodworking projects. Every guide covers material cost by species, labor hours, complexity tiers, and how to price the job for your clients.

Guides are organized by project category. Use the board foot calculator to estimate material cost, or read the full pricing guide to understand shop rate, overhead, and margin.

Custom Furniture

Cost guides for dining tables, coffee tables, chairs, and specialty furniture pieces.

Custom Furniture CostCustom Dining Table CostFarmhouse Table CostLive Edge Table CostEpoxy Table CostCustom Coffee Table CostCustom End Table CostCustom Console Table CostCustom Sideboard CostCustom China Cabinet CostCustom Armoire CostCustom Dining Chair CostCustom Bar Stool CostAdirondack Chair CostRocking Chair CostPorch Swing CostPicnic Table Cost

Bedroom & Living

Pricing for beds, headboards, dressers, and living room furniture.

Custom Bed Frame CostCustom Headboard CostCustom Dresser CostCustom Nightstand CostCustom Bunk Bed CostMurphy Bed CostCustom Baby Crib CostCustom Cedar Chest CostCustom Bench CostWindow Seat CostWine Rack CostWalnut Cutting Board Cost

Cabinetry & Built-ins

Cost guides for kitchen cabinets, closets, bathroom vanities, and custom built-ins.

Custom Kitchen Cabinet CostCustom Kitchen Island CostButcher Block Countertop CostCabinet Pricing GuideCustom Closet CostCustom Pantry CostGarage Cabinets CostLaundry Room Cabinets CostCustom Bathroom Vanity CostHome Office Built-ins CostMudroom Built-ins CostBuilt-in Bookshelves CostCustom Bookcase CostHome Bar CostEntertainment Center CostCustom TV Stand CostCustom Wood Desk Cost

Interior Millwork & Trim

Pricing for shiplap, wainscoting, crown molding, wood ceilings, and decorative trim.

Shiplap CostWainscoting CostWood Accent Wall CostBoard and Batten CostCrown Molding CostCoffered Ceiling CostWood Ceiling CostFloating Shelves CostReclaimed Wood Shelves CostWood Mantel CostBarn Door Cost

Stairs & Flooring

Cost guides for staircases, stair railings, stair treads, and hardwood flooring.

Custom Staircase CostWood Stair Railing CostWood Stair Treads CostHardwood Floor Cost

Outdoor Structures

Pricing for decks, fences, pergolas, gazebos, sheds, and outdoor living spaces.

Wood Deck CostDeck Railing CostWood Fence CostWood Pergola CostGazebo CostScreened Porch CostOutdoor Kitchen CostSauna CostCarport CostCustom Shed CostCustom Treehouse CostCustom Playhouse CostWood Swing Set CostRaised Garden Bed CostOutdoor Furniture Cost

Wood Prices & Reference

Current lumber prices, species comparisons, and guides for woodworking professionals.

Wood Species PricesWalnut Slab PricesBest Wood for FurnitureHow to Price Custom FurnitureBoard Foot Calculator

How These Prices Are Calculated

Materials

Wood costs are based on current board-foot prices for each species. Prices include standard lumber yard markup. Reclaimed and figured wood runs 30 to 100 percent higher than standard stock.

Labor

Labor is estimated in hours per phase (milling, joinery, assembly, finishing). Shop rate benchmarks are $50 to $125 per hour depending on region and skill level. All guides show hours so you can apply your own rate.

Overhead

Overhead covers shop rent, tools, insurance, and marketing. A typical overhead rate is 15 to 25 percent of direct costs. Guides note when overhead significantly affects the final quote.

Profit Margin

Guides use a 20 to 30 percent profit margin as the baseline. Higher-complexity or one-of-a-kind projects justify 30 to 40 percent. Rush timelines warrant a 15 to 20 percent premium on top of the standard rate.

Custom Woodworking Cost FAQ

How much does custom woodworking cost?

Custom woodworking costs vary widely by project. Simple pieces like a floating shelf or cutting board cost $100 to $500. Mid-range furniture such as a dining table or bed frame runs $1,500 to $6,000. Complex built-ins, kitchen cabinetry, and outdoor structures range from $3,000 to $25,000 or more. Materials, labor at $50 to $125 per hour, overhead, and profit margin all factor into the final price.

What is the most expensive wood for custom furniture?

Figured walnut, quartersawn white oak, and live edge slabs are among the most expensive choices for custom furniture, often $15 to $40 per board foot or more for premium specimens. Reclaimed old-growth timber and exotic hardwoods like Ipe or sapele also command premium prices. For most projects, walnut and white oak are the high-end sweet spot at $8 to $18 per board foot.

How do I estimate labor cost for a woodworking project?

Track hours by phase: milling, joinery, assembly, finishing, and installation. Multiply by your shop rate ($50 to $125 per hour). Add 15 to 25 percent overhead for shop costs, insurance, and tools. Apply a 20 to 30 percent profit margin. Use CraftQuote's board-foot calculator and quote builder to itemize and calculate each project.

Are custom wood projects worth the cost?

Custom wood projects are worth the premium for three reasons: fit, quality, and longevity. Custom pieces are sized exactly for a space, built with solid wood and real joinery rather than MDF and staples, and last decades with proper care. Customers who buy custom furniture rarely regret it.

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