How much do carpenters charge in Spain in 2026

A professional carpenter in Spain charges between €20 and €35 per hour in 2026. However, most carpentry jobs are quoted per finished piece rather than by the hour, since every piece of furniture is unique in dimensions, materials, and finishes. PresuNow, the quoting and invoicing app for trade professionals, has compiled the most common rates from online quoting platforms and industry portals so you can quote with real data.

Price summary table

Sources: online quoting platforms and industry portals (2025–2026).

Detailed prices by type of work

Built-in wardrobes

The most in-demand custom carpentry job. A built-in wardrobe with 2 sliding doors (150–180 cm wide) costs between €800 and €1,800, depending on the material (melamine, veneer, or solid wood), hardware (sliding tracks, handles), and interior layout (shelves, drawers, hanging rails). For 3 sliding doors (240–270 cm), the price rises to €1,200–2,500.

A complete walk-in closet of 3–4 m² with U-shaped or L-shaped modules, full-extension drawer slides, and integrated LED lighting can cost between €2,500 and €5,000.

Custom kitchens

A custom carpentry kitchen (cabinets and assembly only, excluding appliances and worktop) costs between €3,000 and €8,000, depending on the number of units, door material, and type of hinges and drawers. Solid wood or hand-lacquered doors sit at the top of the range. Textured melamine doors sit at the bottom.

The price does not include plumbing, electrical work, or the worktop, which are typically separate line items in the quote.

Interior doors

A solid wood interior door (hinged, with frame, leaf, and hardware) costs between €250 and €600 installed. Pocket sliding doors (with a concealed metal frame inside the wall) go up to €400–900 due to the additional construction work. Plain MDF lacquered passage doors are the most affordable option, starting from €180–350.

Bathroom vanities

A custom bathroom vanity — wall-mounted or freestanding, with soft-close drawers and space for a countertop basin — costs between €500 and €1,500. The price varies depending on the moisture-resistant material chosen, the width, and the design complexity.

Custom bookcases and shelving

A full-wall bookcase (floor to ceiling, 250–300 cm wide) in melamine or veneer costs between €1,200 and €3,500. The price increases if it includes glass doors, integrated lighting, or a mix of open and closed shelving. Asymmetric or curved modules are the most expensive.

Flooring and parquet

Installing floating floor or parquet costs between €20 and €45 per m², including materials and labour. Laminate flooring sits at the lower end (€20–30/m²), multi-layer oak in the middle (€30–40/m²), and solid parquet at the top (€40–45/m²+). Sanding and varnishing an existing parquet floor costs between €15 and €25/m².

Furniture restoration

Restoring an antique piece — stripping, woodworm treatment if needed, structural repair, and finishing with wax, varnish, or paint — costs between €200 and €800 depending on the size and condition. A simple chest of drawers may come in at €200–350; a large sideboard or wardrobe can exceed €600.

Variations by region

Sources: online quoting platforms and employment portals (2025–2026).

In Madrid and Barcelona, carpentry rates are the highest in the country. In rural areas, labour is more affordable, but travel costs of €30–60 may apply if the workshop is far from the client's home.

Factors that affect the price

• Type of material. Melamine is the most affordable option. Natural wood veneer adds 30–50%. Solid wood (oak, walnut, cherry) can double or triple the price compared to melamine.
• Hardware. Full-extension slides, soft-close hinges, push-to-open mechanisms, LED sensor lighting. Each hardware upgrade adds between €50 and €200 to the piece.
• Finish. Textured melamine requires no lacquering. A spray-lacquered finish (matte, satin, or gloss) can add €20–40/m² of lacquered surface to the quote.
• Design complexity. Angled corners, asymmetric modules, curves, or integration with building features (false ceilings, pillars) increase workshop hours and therefore the price.
• Transport and installation. Delivery from the workshop to the client's home and on-site assembly are quoted separately. For distances up to 30 km, the average is €60–150 per trip.
• Turnaround time. An urgent job (under 2 weeks) may carry a 15–25% surcharge over the standard price.

How to calculate and present your price as a carpenter

If you're a professional carpenter, these tips will help you quote accurately:

1. Separate materials, fabrication, and installation. The client understands the price better and you control the margin at each stage. Use distinct line items in your quote.
2. Specify the material in detail. Don't write "white melamine"; write "Egger W1100 ST9 premium white melamine, 19 mm". This avoids misunderstandings and mid-job changes.
3. Include hardware in the quote. Detail brand and model: "Blum Clip Top 110° soft-close hinge", "Hettich Quadro V6 full-extension slide". The client knows what they're paying for and you justify the price.
4. Visit the home before quoting. The exact dimensions of the space, floor levelling, and existing installations (sockets, water points) all affect the design and the price.

With PresuNow you can create professional carpentry quotes in under 2 minutes: dictate the piece by voice from the client's home — wood type, dimensions, hardware, finish — the AI organises the items, and you send the quote via WhatsApp instantly. Your client can sign it digitally from their phone, with the exact detail of what was agreed.

Once the client accepts, you can invoice by phase: deposit when ordering materials, second payment on workshop completion, and the remainder after installation. For quick repairs or small jobs without a prior quote, you can create the invoice directly by voice. The entire cycle, from quote to payment, in one app.

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