Business Details
48 Years
experience
Bespoke Joinery and Heritage Restoration in Eastbourne
Established in 1978, Barn Joinery is a family-run business renowned for its dedication to traditional craftsmanship and bespoke design solutions across East Sussex. With over 45 years of experience, our team combines time-honoured techniques with modern innovation to deliver high-quality joinery for both contemporary and heritage properties. Our expertise spans interior and exterior projects, including kitchens, staircases, heritage restorations, and period-specific architectural detailing. We pride ourselves on a full-service approach, from initial design consultations to meticulous installation, ensuring every project meets exacting standards.Our 95 years of combined team experience, alongside partnerships with trusted suppliers like Accoya and Slenderpane, guarantees durable, aesthetically precise results. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to preserving woodworking heritage. As featured in Sussex Life magazine, we remain a trusted choice for discerning clients seeking excellence in custom joinery.
Services
Interior Joinery
Heritage Joinery
Timber Sash Windows
Furniture Restoration
Bespoke Staircases
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer over 45 years of experience in bespoke joinery and heritage restoration.
- Our team has 95 years of combined expertise in traditional and contemporary woodworking.
- We provide full-service design and installation for both modern and period properties.
- We use time-honoured techniques and premium materials for durable, precise results.
- We are trusted by clients across East Sussex, London, and the Channel Islands.
What people say
Superb craftsmanship
Professional and helpful
Beautifully finished
Impeccable work ethic
Highly recommend
Services
Bespoke Joinery
We create tailored interior and exterior joinery solutions, including kitchens, cabinetry, and staircases. Our designs blend traditional techniques with modern aesthetics, ensuring durability and visual appeal. Clients receive comprehensive support from concept to installation.
Heritage Joinery
Specialising in conservation areas and listed buildings, we replicate and restore historic joinery. Services include sash windows, door repairs, and planning applications. Our team ensures compliance with heritage regulations while preserving architectural integrity.
Furniture Restoration
We rejuvenate antique furniture using traditional methods and materials. This service includes structural repairs, surface refinishing, and custom adaptations. Our goal is to maintain historical accuracy while enhancing longevity.
Timber Sash Windows
We manufacture and install double-glazed sash windows for period properties. Our products combine energy efficiency with authentic design, meeting conservation standards. Installation includes weatherproofing and hardware upgrades.
Garden Rooms
We design and build custom garden rooms and orangeries. These structures use sustainably sourced timber and traditional joinery for seamless integration with existing architecture.
People
Kim McGreevy
Company Director
Founder of Barn Joinery, Kim has over 45 years of experience in traditional joinery. He established the business in 1978 and oversees project quality, combining craftsmanship with a passion for fishing.
Simon McGreevy
Managing Director
Joining in 2010, Simon leads design and client relations. He brings contemporary vision to heritage craft, balancing project management with a love for music as a drummer.
John Barry
Head Bench Joiner
With 25 years at Barn Joinery, John excels in precision woodworking. His expertise ensures flawless execution, complemented by a passion for motorcycling during downtime.
Daniel Budd
Junior Bench Joiner
Daniel joined in 2019, earning a Distinction in Architectural Joinery. He focuses on tool mastery and craftsmanship, balancing work with a keen interest in cinema.
Hunter Tennant
Apprentice
Currently studying at East Sussex College, Hunter develops skills in architectural joinery. He balances tool sharpening with exploring East Sussex golf courses.
Questions
What services does Barn Joinery offer?
We specialise in bespoke joinery, heritage restoration, timber sash windows, furniture restoration, and garden rooms for East Sussex properties.
Do you work on listed buildings or conservation areas?
Yes, we provide planning services and period-specific joinery for listed buildings and conservation areas, ensuring compliance with heritage regulations.
How long does a typical installation take?
Kitchen installations typically take 1-2 weeks, while larger projects like garden rooms vary based on complexity and size.
Can you restore antique furniture?
Yes, we offer furniture restoration using traditional methods to repair and rejuvenate antique pieces while preserving their historical integrity.
Do you serve areas outside East Sussex?
While based in East Sussex, we work across London and the Channel Islands, delivering bespoke joinery solutions to diverse locations.
Reviews (6)
Matt Erridge
Dec 18, 2020
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Kim and Simon have done an amazing job on fitting us a new Oak front door with hardware fitted. Its made the front of the house look so much better. Communication between myself, Kim, Simon has been brilliant from start to finish. Simon came up with some drawings and a plan before work commenced in making the door to ensure we where happy with the proposal of what it looked like. I couldnt recommend these guys enough for any bespoke kois Mary you require. Next phase is an overhaul on our staircase with glass and Oak
Robert Rayward
Nov 15, 2020
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When looking to have the original wooden sash windows of my seafront flat replaced with double glazed units I was keen that this was done by professionals that had extensive experience in this field. Of the numerous joiners that came to assess the work Kim and Simon were clearly the most experienced and knowledgeable. The end result is excellent and the replaced windows are virtually identical in appearance to the originals. I can strongly recommend this team who were excellent from the start; all post installation queries were promptly addressed too.
Jamie Bloxham
Nov 13, 2020
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Kim and the team at Barn Joinery made us a fantastic bespoke kitchen, we would highly recommend them. We had very limited space and they did an excellent job to get the most out of it. They advised on full height cupboards and clever integrated storage. They even managed to squeeze in a wine rack and mirror-backed shelves to display our collection of kitchen jars. Simon also produced a full set of CAD drawings for the design so we could could easily visualise the kitchen before finalising the plan. They are truly a team of craftsmen!
Gamon McLellan
Nov 10, 2020
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In 2004, Barn Joinery fitted a fire door for us, and 12 years later when six large rotten Edwardian timber windows had to be replaced, we opted to commission the same firm. The windows are excellent and are indistinguishable from the originals (except that the new ones fit properly, the timber is sound and the brass fittings are attractive and functional). Two years later we downsized to a flat and needed custom-made furniture to store our belongings as efficiently as possible. Barn Joinery designed and built one unit comprising bookcases, wardrobe and computer cupboard all within the same unit
Robert Gower
Sep 16, 2020
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Barn Joinery constructed and installed some new gates for us last year. They were easy to deal with, carrying out our project in the time agreed, and to a high standard. We would happily recommend their services to others
Jk
Jun 29, 2020
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We had bespoke radiator covers made and fitted by Barn Joinery, a superb job completed on time and within budget. We had storage issues in a limited space. Barn Joinery resolved these with clever ideas building bespoke cabinets which were functional and stylish. We found this family business and staff professional, polite, reliable. A first class service at an affordable price. Would highly recommend.
