Second Fix Carpentry
The finish everyone actually sees
Second fix is the craftsmanship on show — the doors, skirting, architrave and cabinetry your eye lands on every day. It’s where millimetres matter and a rushed job is impossible to hide.
PRM Carpentry hangs doors that close with a satisfying click, scribes skirting tight to uneven walls, mitres architrave crisply and installs kitchens dead level. Nineteen years of finishing work across Hampshire homes means the details are second nature.
From a single door to a full house of second fix, you get clean lines, tight joints and a finish that lifts the whole room.
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Request a Quote Call 07983 630628Second fix carpentry in Hampshire, explained
Second fix carpentry is everything that happens after the plaster has dried: hanging internal doors, fitting skirting boards and architrave, door furniture, window boards, boxing in, loft hatches and any built-in storage. It is the part of a build that people actually see and touch every day, so small differences in accuracy show. A door that closes cleanly with an even gap all round, and mitres that stay tight, are what separate a good finish from an average one.
PRM Carpentry carries out second fix work on new builds, extensions and renovations across Hampshire, including Southampton, Winchester, Eastleigh and Chandler's Ford. We work in modern homes and in older properties where walls are rarely straight and floors are rarely level, which is where careful scribing and packing make the biggest difference.
Doors are a big part of second fix. Whether you have chosen solid oak, engineered oak or painted doors, each needs hanging properly, with the right hinges and fixings for its weight. Our guide to oak internal doors explains the differences, and fitting doors in period properties covers what makes older homes harder. Skirting and architrave profiles also make a big difference to how a room feels. See choosing skirting and architrave profiles for help picking the right ones.
We can also take on finishing work that sits between trades, such as boxing in pipework, fitting loft ladders and hatches, or building simple cupboards and shelving. If you want something more bespoke, see our custom projects page.
second fix carpentry FAQs
What does second fix carpentry include?
Second fix covers the finishing carpentry after plastering: hanging doors, fitting skirting and architrave, door furniture, window boards, boxing in, loft hatches and built-in storage.
How long does it take to hang an internal door?
A standard internal door with hinges and handle fitted usually takes a few hours, depending on whether the lining is square and whether the door needs trimming. Heavy oak and fire doors take longer.
Can you match skirting and architrave in an older house?
Usually, yes. Many traditional profiles are still made, and where they are not, a close match or a run of new profile across a whole room often looks best. We can advise on site.
Do you supply the doors and skirting or just fit them?
Either. We can fit materials you have already bought, or we can supply them as part of the quote so you do not have to worry about quantities and lead times.
Do you cover Southampton and Winchester for second fix work?
Yes. We cover Southampton, Winchester, Eastleigh, Chandler's Ford and the surrounding areas of Hampshire.
Local carpenter across Southampton, Winchester & Hampshire
PRM Carpentry is based in Chandler's Ford and provides second fix carpentry for homeowners, builders and developers across Hampshire and the SO postcode area. We cover the towns below and the villages in between. Not sure if you are in our area? Call 07983 630628 or request a free quote.
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