We are an independent family business – Our mission at Jim Sharples Furniture is to exceed our customers expectations with every piece of bespoke furniture we design and create, sharing our passion for furniture making with every customer.
We do this by selecting the best materials, paying exceptional attention to detail and taking pride in our craftsmanship here in Bristol.
We’ve been designing and handcrafting bespoke fitted and freestanding furniture for more than 20 years. Whatever you’re looking for, we can make it to exacting standards using the best materials for the job.
Why not tell us all about your dream project and see how we can help?
Our Projects
Quality and attention to detail are at the heart of all we do, but don’t just take our word for it. Have a look at some of our recent projects and hear what our happy customers have to say.
We’re serious about wood
Here at Jim Sharples Furniture every bespoke item is created in our heads and completed by our hands. Each joint and every surface is cut, sanded, painted and fitted with total attention to detail. If the finished item doesn’t impress us, it’s not leaving the workshop with you. And when it does, it will fit into your space and your life perfectly.
We keep things simple
Our approach is traditional, our focus reassuringly single-minded. A deliberately small, dedicated team works on one job at a time. That way all clients receive our complete attention with no distractions.
New Project – Birch Plywood Wardrobes for a Butlers Pantry
We recently finished these lovely bespoke birch plywood walk in wardrobes for a gorgeous home in Kingsdown, Bristol. Click here to read all about it and see more photos.
Plywood is a sustainable choice for fitted furniture and we finished this is an Osmo wood wax oil in white – it was a really lovely finish, so smooth.
Our Google Reviews
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Jim came out with his mobile sawmill to help turn a 150 year old oak beam into shelves. We'd had to replace the beam during some house renovations but wanted to make use of the wood and retain some of our home's history. Jim understood completely and took the time to listen and understand to what we needed. It was a risk without knowing the quality of the wood inside but we've ended up with four traditional shelves that will look great in our kitchen. I'd highly recommend Jim and would love to be able to get him back for other furniture making. Thank you 🙂
Tasha Cooper
21st September 2022 -
Jim & Jo have just completed a few fantastic pieces for our living room and our work space. It's absolutely gorgeous and perfect! I'm so pleased we chose to work with them. Jim (and Jo) designed the pieces following a couple of visits, chats and a few exhanges of drafts. Their patience and positive attitude was much appreciated! After designs were agreed, they kept us fully informed of timescales, materials, costs etc, lent us wood samples and helped with all our queries. When the time came, the installation went off very smoothly. The end result is exactly what we hoped for. We have beautfully crafted and top quality custom made furniture. Rarely are things perfect in life - but this is! Jim is extremely talented and, I'd say, a perfectionist. And Jo keeps us up to date with everything, helped us with decisions on the design, and painted everything pefectly. Superb job! I can't recommend him highly enough. Thank you both.
Sophie Crowley
5th March 2022 -
Jim made some large cupbaords for me from fire retardent MDF. Final product was exactly what I asked for, excellent workmanship and great communication. Would recommend!
The Wrayster
1st October 2022 -
Jim helped us design, and then he built, a beautiful bespoke dining room table. His craftmanship is absolutely exquisite and he has created a very beautiful, unique table which will be in our family for many years. Jim's obvious enthusiasm and delight in his work contributed to it feeling a relational / personal commission. I can recommend Jim with absolute confidence - your project will be in good hands.
Grace Emmerson
17th May 2021 -
We have used Jim Sharples Furniture over the years for 3 different projects. His workmanship is amazing and will always give you a well designed beautiful piece that’s built to last. Jim and his team are friendly, professional and great to work with. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a bespoke handmade item. Jim has provided us with: - Large kitchen island and refurbishment of original kitchen units - Under stair storage cupboards - Entrance Hall twin cabinets
Karen Lansdown
26th October 2020 -
Jim Sharples designed and built a beautiful custom walk-in wardrobe for me, which I love using every day. They also installed a fantastic split wood chestnut fence at the front of my property, and I can highly recommend their services.
Janne Rodsten
2nd October 2022