What is a Shared Workshop?

A shared woodworking studio might seem like a new idea to some, but this concept has been around for a long time. We have a woodworking shop that is outfitted with all of the machinery and tools one needs to do woodworking. To gain access to the shop and machinery, you subscribe to a monthly membership.

What does the shared woodworking studio Membership cost?

We have different price points to meet the many needs of our members. The basic plan is $400/month, and the premium membership is $600/month. Most people opt for the premium membership because of the benefits it provides. For more info on membership types, prices, and availability, please visit our “Memberships” page by clicking on the tab at the top of this page.

I want to grow my woodworking business. Can I have more access than a premium member?

Yes, you can! We have an Elite membership that can be tailored to your small business’ needs, but generally comes with unlimited access and the ability to have an employee work with you in the shop! Please contact us if you need more information on our Elite package.

What if it’s not for me?

If you sign up for a Framework Studios membership and discover it’s not for you, all you have to do is cancel your membership. There is no term contract, so you’ll still have access for the rest of that month, and we will not charge you again. The best part: if you decide at any time that you want to come back, simply sign up for another month!

I just need to do one project. Do I need to buy a whole month’s membership?

We no longer offer daily drop-in passes, so the best way to use our studio is to get a monthly pass, book a private 1 on 1 session, or sign up for one of our small group classes.

How many workshop members will be in there at one time?

The beauty about our set up is that while in Studio, every member has their own workbench, so you don’t have to worry about having to sharing your space with another woodworker. If all of the workbenches have been booked for one time slot, a member will not be able to book shop time for that period so that it’s never overcrowded.

How many workbenches are there?

We have 4 workbenches for our members in the shop. We also have enough small tools and clamps to support many people working on their projects at once!

As a member, when can I access the wood shop?

Members can use the woodworking shop at their discretion outside of regular business hours. This means you can book time for yourself any evening after 5 PM and throughout the weekend using our online app. Please note that from Monday to Friday, between 9 AM and 5 PM, we are conducting our own business in the shop and require that time to be uninterrupted.

Do I have to bring my own hand tools?

While the shared woodshop will have workbenches, small electrical tools like drills, we do recommend members bring their own hand tools such as sanders, hand planes and chisels. As any woodworker using hand tools will know; you have to maintain a sharp edge on your tools and this is too much to ask of all members to maintain.

Can I use the edgebander?

Absolutely! Our edgebander is available for all monthly members to use. There is a $60 set-up/maintenance fee per use, which includes your first cartridge of hot melt glue. Additional cartridges of glue can be purchased for $20. The machine is only available during business hours and while a Framework Studios representative is in the building.

How do I get started?

After you become a member of Framework Studios, we ask that you contact us by email (info@frameworkstudios.ca) to schedule you first booking. Included in each membership is a half hour safety orientation, plus the benefits listed on our website for your chosen membership type. Please note that ALL Members are required to book their first time in The Studio during regular workday hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm. Sean or Morrah MUST be present for ALL Members' first day at Framework Studios. After your first day in the studio, management will either approve future bookings to be made at the discretion of the member OR will require further supervised shop bookings to be made during regular workday hours. This continues until the members woodworking skills are deemed by management to be suitable to work alone.

Do you offer woodworking courses?

We offer woodworking courses for beginners, intermediates, and advanced woodworkers. Our classes are divided into two types:

1. Skill-Specific / One-on-One Classes: This option allows you to tailor the lesson to your interests. If you are new to woodworking, we will cover machine basics and safety, giving you a chance to familiarize yourself with commonly used tools. If you have some experience, let us know what you would like to learn, and we will focus on your interests. Topics may include specific shop machines/tools, project consultations, choosing and applying finishes, practicing joinery, sanding techniques, and more.

2. Project-Specific Classes: These classes involve completing a woodworking project from start to finish. Examples include making a stool, chair, planter, picture frame, coffee table, or dining table.

What is your refund policy on courses or products purchased on your website?

Courses

Because of the planning and materials that go in to hosting our woodworking courses, we do not offer refunds. Please ensure you can attend the date listed before you purchase the course.

If the dates for a course listed by Framework Studios Inc change from the time of purchase to 48 hours before the course starts, Framework Studios may refund the course amount upon request, no less than 24 hours before the course is scheduled to start. If the dates are changed within 48 hours of the course start, the buyer may receive a full refund, upon request.

Framework Studios Inc reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any woodworking class as necessary, whether due to an instructor being off sick, weather has become unfavorable, not enough people have signed up to attend, etc. If a course is cancelled, the buyer may request a refund or have the course value applied to a different course.

Products

For any goods bought online, a full refund, less shipping, may be granted if the product is returned to Framework Studios Inc. unopened and in good condition, 30 days or less of purchase date.

Wood Sales

All wood sales are final.