Level 2Intermediate Β· GCSE equivalent

Furniture finisher

Furniture finishers prepare and treat wood and manufactured boards, for example MDF and veneered boards to give it a smooth finish and bring out its natural beauty. Items to be finished could range from tables,…

Typical duration
1y 3m
Training funded
Fully funded
Route
Engineering and manufacturing
Standard ref
ST0977

Role overview

A Furniture Finisher apprenticeship trains you in the specialist skills of applying stains, paints, lacquers, waxes, and other surface treatments to furniture and wooden products to achieve the desired colour, texture, and protective finish. You will work in furniture manufacturing, restoration, or bespoke workshops. This standard leads to specialist finishing technician, quality control, or colour mixing roles in furniture production.