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Join Robin Clevett as he takes a look at all the latest topics from the world of woodwork including product launches, top tips, and special guests.

Robin will also be joined by some of the biggest names from across the industry giving their view on the latest news and developments.

The Carpentry Show on Fix Radio is brought to you in partnership with Festool.
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  • English

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  • May 18 · 40 min

    Is There a Trade-Wide Slowdown?

    In this episode, Robin Clevett explores whether demand is slowing across the carpentry and joinery sector after hearing concerns from tradespeople working in the bespoke outdoor build market. Carpenter Josh Richard shares how he currently wins work...

  • May 11 · 27 min

    Apprenticeship stories from the trade

    In this episode, Robin Clevett shares two stories from Carpentry and Joinery centred around apprenticeships. First, apprentice Rhys Mitchell joins us to share his journey into the trade, the lessons he’s learned on site, and what it took to reach the...

  • April 27 · 43 min

    Robin Clevett & Sean Matthews On Customers Taking The...

    Sean Matthews joins Robin at the Fix Radio studios to talk about managing customer expectations and the nightmare of dealing with customers when you try to be accomodating and they take the mick in return. Sean also talks about current work, enquiries...

  • April 20 · 29 min

    A Worrying Downturn For Outdoor/Garden Builds?

    Robin Clevett talks to David Byrne, well known for his top quality domestic outdoor/garden builds about his recent challenges bringing in the work. David explains what's been going on, Why he thinks this is happening, What he will do to keep work...

  • March 30 · 55 min

    Are The CITB Fit For Purpose? & Addressing Criticism From SMEs

    Robin Clevett asks the Construction Industry Training Board to join him and address some misgivings from certain areas of the construction industry. Robin asks whether the CITB are still fit for purpose, asks about decisions behind where grants go and...

  • March 9 · 39 min

    Where Is The Value?

    Robin Clevett looks into site work and domestic work for Carpenters & Joiners and whether there's enough profit and value in certain aspects of the trade. Calum Callachan talks about experiences around this in site work and what his experiences...

  • March 2 · 24 min

    Are You Ready For This Big Change Coming in April?

    Robin Clevett looks into the changes coming for sole traders and landlords as HMRC push towards implementing steps in 'Making Tax Digital' from April 2026. Craig Ogilvie from HMRC explains how it'll all work and what resources are available to help...

  • February 23 · 38 min

    Robin Clevett Talks Tools - Inventions, Innovation & New Products

    Robin Clevett talks tools with a variety of guests from the world of Carpentry and Joinery. Robin looks into inventions, innovation in the marketplace and looks to new ideas with regards to products and tools you might not be aware of. Guests: Dan...

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