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Data last updated on 2 August 2026
What does a Cabinetmaker do?
As a cabinetmaker you make furniture in solid wood or wood panels. The trade is also known as furniture maker, chair maker or restorer of antique furniture. You work from a work order: you mark out the shapes on the wood, bring the parts to size, set up and adjust the woodworking machines and check the safety devices. You shape, bend and glue the pieces, assemble the frame, fit the hardware and treat and finish the wooden surfaces. You also maintain your machines, keep an eye on stock and keep your work records up to date, always following the safety rules and environmental standards. In Flanders cabinetmakers work in the wood industry, a craft where creativity, precision and technology come together every day.
Typical tasks
- Determine the working method from the work order
- Mark out shapes and reference points on the wood
- Bring parts to size and set the machine parameters
- Shape workpieces on conventional woodworking machines
- Glue veneer and assemble the frame
- Treat and finish wooden surfaces and fit the hardware
- Maintain the machines and keep work records
Required skills
How to apply via Werkvolk?
- Download the appInstall the free Werkvolk app for iOS or Android.
- See Cabinetmaker matchesSwipe through vacancies that fit your profile and preferences.
- Chat with employersOn a match you talk directly to the employer, no middleman.
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about applying via Werkvolk.
What does a Cabinetmaker do?
A cabinetmaker makes furniture in solid wood or wood panels, working from a work order. You mark out the parts, bring them to size, set up the woodworking machines and assemble the piece of furniture. You finish the surfaces, fit the hardware and always work according to the safety rules and environmental standards.
How much does a Cabinetmaker earn in Belgium?
In Belgium a cabinetmaker usually earns between 15 and 20 euro gross per hour, depending on experience and the company. Craftsmen who master special techniques, such as veneering or restoring antique furniture, often sit at the top of that range. In larger production workshops shift premiums may come on top.
What career growth opportunities does a Cabinetmaker have?
With experience you can grow into a master cabinetmaker or specialise in restoring antique furniture, a niche where craftsmanship is highly valued. In larger furniture workshops you can also take the lead of a team. And if you ever want a different craft, your precision and manual skill transfer well to other trades, for example as an alterations tailor.
In which sectors and environments does a Cabinetmaker work?
You work in the wood industry, from small furniture workshops to larger production companies. Some cabinetmakers focus on custom furniture, others on series production or the restoration of old furniture. It is manual, creative and technical work at the workbench and at the woodworking machines.
What is the difference between a Cabinetmaker and a carcass maker?
A carcass maker specialises in building the body of a piece of furniture, the frame of panels that forms the base of cupboards and cabinets. As a cabinetmaker you master the whole process: from marking out and machining the parts to assembling, veneering and finishing the complete piece of furniture. Carcass making is one of the steps within your broader craft.