Business Details
47 Years
experience
Trusted Joinery Contractors in Edinburgh
Hutton and Read is a family-run business established in 1979, with over 45 years of experience delivering high-quality joinery and construction services. Our team of specialists combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to provide bespoke solutions for commercial and private clients. We operate from a purpose-built workshop near Edinburgh, enabling us to serve the central belt and throughout Scotland. Our services include main contracting, maintenance, manufactured joinery, and French polishing, with a focus on quality, timeliness, and budget adherence. We maintain close relationships with clients and design teams, ensuring projects meet exact specifications.Our in-house capabilities include design consultation, manufacturing, and finishing processes such as spray painting and French polishing. With approximately 60 full-time staff, we offer expertise in historic building restoration, university refurbishments, and domestic commissions. Our reputation for excellence is built on prudent fiscal policies and a commitment to customer care. We pride ourselves on transparency, reliability, and delivering first-rate workmanship across a range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and educational projects. This approach has solidified our position as one of Edinburgh's leading joinery contractors.
Services
Main Contractor
Maintenance Contractor
Manufactured Joinery
French Polishing
Bespoke Joinery Design
Historic Building Restoration
Spray Painting
Furniture Restoration
Commercial Refurbishments
Domestic Commissions
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of experience in bespoke joinery and construction.
- Our family-run business prioritises quality, transparency, and client relationships.
- We provide end-to-end services, from design consultation to installation.
- Our in-house team includes specialists in French polishing and spray painting.
- We serve commercial and private clients across Scotland with tailored solutions.
Services
Main Contractor
We oversee all aspects of construction projects, from planning and cost control to project management. Our family-run business focuses on quality, delivering projects on time and within budget. With expertise in historic buildings, universities, and commercial sectors, we ensure client satisfaction through transparent communication and skilled execution.
Manufactured Joinery
Our purpose-built workshop near Edinburgh produces bespoke joinery items, including windows, doors, kitchens, and wall panelling. Combining traditional techniques with modern technology, we offer tailored solutions for residential and commercial clients. Each product is finished to the highest standard, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal.
French Polishing
We provide traditional and contemporary wood finishing services, including French polishing, spray painting, and furniture restoration. Our in-house specialists repair scratches, dents, and water damage, revitalising cherished wood items. This service ensures a flawless finish for bespoke joinery and antique furniture.
Maintenance Contractor
We offer comprehensive maintenance services for commercial and residential properties, covering joinery, bricklaying, and surface repairs. Our experienced team ensures buildings remain in optimal condition, with transparent pricing and reliable service. Clients benefit from our honest approach and decades of industry expertise.
Bespoke Joinery Design
Our team provides design consultation for bespoke joinery projects, from initial concepts to final installation. We specialise in creating unique timber solutions tailored to client needs, including reception desks, bookcases, and period paneling. This service ensures seamless integration of functionality and aesthetics.
Questions
What services does Hutton and Read offer?
We provide main contracting, manufactured joinery, French polishing, and maintenance services for residential and commercial clients across Scotland.
How long has Hutton and Read been in business?
We were established in 1979 and have over 45 years of experience in the joinery and construction industry.
Do you serve areas outside Edinburgh?
Yes, we operate throughout the central belt and the rest of Scotland, delivering bespoke joinery and construction projects.
What makes Hutton and Read unique?
Our family-run business combines traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, offering end-to-end services tailored to client needs.
Can you restore antique wooden furniture?
Yes, our French polishing service includes furniture restoration, repairing damage and enhancing the value of cherished wood items.
