Michael Black & Son Carpentry & Maintenance

11/09/2026

Bespoke Oak Door Replacement in Welwyn Garden City

We recently replaced this property’s old front door in Welwyn Garden City with a new bespoke door, designed to complement the original character of the house. New draught strips were fitted around the door to improve weather protection and reduce cold draughts. The door was then carefully stained in an antique oak finish, bringing out the natural grain and providing a smart, traditional appearance. For more images please visit our Gallery page

11/09/2026

Complete Oak Porch Replacement in Welwyn Garden City

We recently completely replaced this weather-damaged porch in Welwyn Garden City, carefully recreating it in solid oak while retaining its original character. The front door was also rehung, with new draught strips inserted to improve the fit and reduce cold air entering the property. The new porch and door were then fully decorated, providing a smart, durable finish that complements the house beautifully. For mor information please visit https://mbcm.co.uk/

27/07/2026

Bespoke Fitted Wardrobes in Oaklands, Welwyn

We recently completed this bespoke fitted bedroom storage project in Oaklands, Welwyn, creating a stylish and practical solution tailored to our client's needs. The installation included four custom wardrobes with drop-down hanging rails, a full-length mirror, soft-close doors, and drawers with contemporary handles. The end units were recessed to create more usable space within the room.... For more details on this please visit https://mbcm.co.uk/gallery/

03/07/2026

Bookcase in Digswell

This bespoke built-in shelving unit in Digswell was a project completed by my son, James, and me. We designed and handcrafted these custom alcove units to maximise the available space, creating a practical storage solution with a clean, timeless finish. Every component was carefully measured, cut, and expertly fitted to achieve a seamless built-in appearance that perfectly complements the room's existing features....

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13/05/2026

Decking Area Welwyn Garden City

Recently, we completed a decking project in Welwyn Garden City where we transformed an old and tired outdoor space into a fresh new extended decking area perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The works involved carefully removing the existing decking before constructing a larger new deck with a continuous access step running neatly along the front edge for a clean and practical finish....

Recently, we completed a decking project in Welwyn Garden City where we transformed an old and tired outdoor space into a fresh new extended decking area perfect for relaxing and entertaining. The …

04/05/2026

Bespoke Storage units in Knebworth

Recently, James and I had the pleasure of completing a rewarding project in Knebworth, where we transformed a living space by designing and building custom storage units on either side of a chimney breast. The goal was to make better use of the alcoves while maintaining a clean, balanced look that complemented the character of the room. We carefully constructed tailored units to fit each side perfectly, ensuring both practicality and symmetry....
For more information please visit https://mbcm.co.uk

10/04/2026

External Timber Restoration Works in Aston End

External refurbishment works were carried out at a property in Aston End, focusing on the repair and replacement of damaged timber match boarding. Sections that had become rotten and decayed were carefully cut out and removed, ensuring minimal disruption to the surrounding structure. New match boarding was installed to match the existing profile and alignment, maintaining a consistent and seamless appearance across the exterior. For more information please visit https://mbcm.co.uk/