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I’m reviewing a quote for a mid-size residential project, and I was honestly surprised at how much the custom interior woodwork is adding to the overall cost. Cabinets, trims, built-in shelving, door casings it all seemed minor individually, but combined it’s a pretty big chunk of the budget.

The contractor mentioned that detailed measurements and material calculations make a big difference, especially when dealing with custom profiles and finishes. I’ve been trying to understand how they calculate quantities for things like moldings, panels, and built-ins. Someone suggested looking into the process behind an interior millwork takeoff to see how everything is measured and itemized.

For those who’ve handled similar projects

• Is millwork usually one of the more underestimated parts of interior construction?

• Does customization really drive labor costs that much higher?

• And how do you avoid underestimating it in early budgeting?

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