CARPENTRY

KEY TERMINOLOGIES
 CAPENTRY
Is a skilled trade and craft
in which the primary work
performed is cutting,
shaping and installation of
building materials during
the construction of
buildings, ships, timber
bridges and concrete
formworks.
CONSTRUCTION
The work of building
or making
something,
especially houses,
buildings, roads,
bridges, etc.
 CARPENTERS
a builder or a skilled
craftsman who
perform carpentry
works.
 ROUGH CARPENTRY
a rough carpenter
focuses on a building’s
“skeleton”. They
construct the rough
framing of a structure,
including walls, rafters,
posts, floors, beams,
and the roof.
 FINISH CARPENTRY
a finish carpenter
completes the work a
rough carpenter has
started. They install
drywall, windows,
stairs, crown moulding,
trim, and other design
features that finish off a
room or building.
RESIDENTIAL CARPENTRY
this type of carpentry
focuses on residential
buildings—houses,
townhouses, condos, and
apartments. A residential
carpenter primarily builds
new homes or remodels
existing ones.
COMMERCIAL CARPENTRY
a commercial carpenter
works on commercial
buildings, such as offices,
retail stores, malls,
restaurants, and other
places where people do
business. They maybe
involved in new builds or
renovations.
 INDUSTRIAL CARPENTRY
This area of
carpentry focuses
on industrial
structures, like
dams, tunnels, or
bridges. This is a
highly specialized
kind of carpentry.
 TRIM CARPENTRY
a trim carpenter installs
trims and mouldings
around doors, windows,
baseboards, mantles,
and other interior areas
of a building. This is a
type of finish carpentry,
so the work must be
precise and neat.
 CABINETRY
(also referred to as cabinet
making) is another type of
finish carpentry. A cabinet
maker builds custom
cabinet and shelving
solutions for residential and
commercial spaces. Some
cabinet makers may also
specialize in making custom
and bespoke furniture.
 ROOFING
this area of carpentry
specializes in roof construction
for residential or commercial
properties (either new
construction, remodels, or
repairs). A roofer plans, builds,
and maintains all parts of a
roof, making sure durable
materials are used throughout.
 SCENIC CARPENTRY
a scenic carpenter builds
sets and stage elements
for live performances, film,
and television. This type of
carpentry can test a
carpenter’s problem-
solving skills, as their work
must be durable yet easy
to move, store, and
disassemble.
 GREEN CARPENTRY
a carpenter practicing green
carpentry is concerned with
using environmentally friendly
materials and sustainable
ways of working. They may
provide carpentry tips or
recommendations to other
contractors on a project to
meet a client’s sustainability
goals.
 FENCE BUILDER
These folks might not
need to know much about
wood, but they will need to
understand a lot about
fences. A good fence
builder will be able to help
you with all sorts of
projects when it comes to
fences, from the gate up
to the top rail.
 TOOLS
are instruments or
devices used to
perform various tasks
in carpentry, such as
cutting, shaping,
joining, or measuring
wood.
 MATERIALS

refers to the
substances or
elements that are
used to create
wooden structures
and products.
 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT
is essential in
carpentry to protect
workers from
potential hazards
and ensure their
safety on the job.
SIGNAGE AND BARRICADES
are critical tools for
maintaining a safe and
organized work
environment in carpentry.
They help prevent
accidents, provide
information, and direct
people to the right places.
 TIMBER

the raw wood

from trees or
logs before it's
been processed.
 LUMBER

is wood that has

been processed,
dimensioned,
and made ready
for construction
or woodworking.
 ROUGH LUMBER

is essentially wood
in its natural or
minimally processed
state. It is often cut
directly from a log
without further
planing or surfacing.
 DRESSED LUMBER
has undergone
significant
processing, which
includes planning
and surfacing. This
results in smooth
and flat surfaces on
all four sides.
 HARDWOOD

Comes from deciduous

trees (trees that shed
their leaves),and it is
known for its durability
and strength.
 SOFTWOOD
Comes from coniferous
trees (trees with
needles), and it is
generally less dense
than hardwood.
 PLYWOOD
It is a composite
material made from
multiple layers (plies)
of wood veneer that
are glued together