By now I hope you will have read and seen enough to proceed to the next stage and contact me to discuss your requirements.  
 
For your part, it would be useful if you had a general idea of the style and sizes of your commission. This will give a good foundation from which we can work together to create something which will give you satisfaction for years to come. It is also helpful if you have a budget to which we need to work. This will save any wasted time in designing something which breaks the bank!  
 
After our initial discussions I will provide an estimate free of charge. If you are happy with the estimate, then my terms of business are as follows: 

10% deposit on order - this secures a production spot in my diary 

30% deposit 6 weeks before commencement of manufacture 

60% balance on delivery  

These are my normal terms. If material costs for your particular commission are high, I may ask for a larger deposit.  

 
Lead times can vary; anything from 2 weeks for a small commission which can be slotted into a free day in the diary, through to longer for a full kitchen. I will provide you with an idea of timescales at our initial meeting.