Handrail in St Albans

Posted on November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 by Michael

A recent project in St Albans – fitting a brand new Sapele handrail to this staircase. Sapele is a beautiful, durable hardwood with a deep reddish colour that really stands out once polished. Really pleased with how this one turned out!

For more details on other projects I have completed, please go to my Gallery page or view my works on the Michael Black Carpentry & Maintenance Facebook page.

Michael Black Carpentry and Maintenance

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Based on 21 reviews

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Sam Lucas

14:13 19 Sep 25

Michael and team cladded our steel stair case in oak. 100% happy with the finished job and process getting there. Michael communicated all the way through the project and delivered what he promised. Would highly recommend.

Mark Lee

19:15 29 Aug 25

Michael has just finished 2 projects for us. Very impressed with speed of comms, quote, lead in and time on site.

Quality of work met the brief fully. 1 project demanded quality joinery of piecing in and repairing window and door frames. The other was more basic but Michael took both in his stride.

Recommended without a doubt

Bibi

09:22 04 Jun 25

Just had my garage door replaced and I’m very pleased with the service I’ve had. Amazing team, very friendly and prompt. They got the door sorted swiftly. Great work, great service, will definitely use their services again and definitely recommend.

Matthew Green

15:14 02 Jun 25

Micheal and his team recently installed some doors at my home including a pocket door, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The work was carried out with an exceptional level of professionalism and attention to detail.

Communication was excellent, and the work was completed on time and the house was left clean and tidy. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for high-quality, reliable carpentry. Great job and thank you again!

Allan Parkes

09:55 04 Mar 25

Great workmanship, always on time
kept me well informed all the time tidy and clean, would highly recommend
the chaps.

Brian Canning

10:59 22 Jan 25

I've used Michael Black Carpentry for several years, and they’ve always delivered exceptional work. Most recently, they built a custom-designed summer house with a seating area, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The craftsmanship is outstanding, with every detail carefully thought out and beautifully executed.

Michael and his team are always professional, reliable, and kept me informed throughout the project, ensuring everything was exactly as I envisioned. If you're looking for a skilled and trustworthy carpenter who takes pride in their work, I highly recommend them

Thank you for another fantastic job!

Isaac E

10:28 22 Jul 24

I’ve recently reached-out to Michael for various jobs around the house, and he has been brilliant! He is reliable and delivers great quality results for a very reasonable price! I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Anna Ongley

12:23 07 Mar 24

Would highly recommend Michael. Gets the job done on time and the budget.

Jeff Alderson

15:00 13 Dec 23

I've used Michael for various jobs over the past 10 years. He has never let me down - in terms of quality of work, attention to detail, courtesy and fairness in pricing. Just recently he put in a new internal door and frame for me. Excellent work as usual ... and I have recommended him to other friends and will continue to do so.

Wendy Cachin

15:52 02 Dec 23

We recently had our bannister rail fitted by Michael and couldn’t be happier. Quick quotation turnaround and arrived when arranged and fitted to a high standard. We have recommended Michael to friends and family already!

David Dowling

17:02 14 Nov 23

Michael made us a range of furniture ranging from a shoe rack, a cabinet, the refit of 3 wooden windows and others. His work exceeded expectations, was good value for money and was delivered on time. I would recommend Michael to anyone

Ross Toms

13:51 06 Nov 23

Michael done a wonderful repair job on an inside door for me. Top work from a top bloke. Highly recommended.

David Fitzpatrick

12:53 05 Nov 23

Michael has done a range of jobs for us over the last year. Most recently he overhauled our wardrobes, part of which meant making new bespoke doors with beading and insetting some paper we’d picked up. Really tidy work, and always a reliable friendly service.

Lulu Smith

14:13 01 Oct 23

Micheal repaired and renovated our window cills and frames. He has done an excellent job, they are like new and we certainly would use him again. Highly recommended.

Chloe Roberts

06:20 23 Oct 22

I approached Michael with 5 rooms to have flooring fitted, he gave his professional opinion and the best advice on which types of flooring he recommended. He was so helpful and always available to talk. Originally he was quite booked up but when we told him we were away on holiday he utilised that time as we figured it would tricky to work with the kids about! Can't thank him enough, it's perfect!

If you’re looking for a carpenter in Welwyn Garden City or surrounding areas, I’ve been in the building and construction industry for more than 40 years. I initially qualified with distinction in carpentry and joinery, and later went on to found BBP, a successful local building firm, which I ran in partnership with my brother, Jaimie, for 25 years.

Today, I focus my efforts on carpentry, maintenance and small building works, which includes kitchen and bathroom refits, plus other alterations – though I’ve now reached the point in my life where it’s time to revisit my original passion. In the very near future, you will also be able to purchase my bespoke, handcrafted joinery pieces through this site and other online channels.

I offer a free competitive estimate, and I am always on hand to advise on new and ongoing projects.

Please contact me by phone, email or using the online contact form for more information or to arrange a consultation.