Can anyone recommend a carpenter/joiner in SW London, or nearby (e.g. London end of Surrey)? And what's the difference between a carpenter and a joiner anyway?

[PortAndLemon]

The first part is of practical relevance as we need some bookshelves to fit particular awkwardly-shaped areas in the flat (and at least one of them needs to be less deep than normal bookshelves) so are unable to fall back on normal trusty IKEA option.

The second part I've always just wondered. Which is it I'd need for shelves, anyway?

Thanks in advance...

(Not posting in MN Local as I'd need to post in about five or six different areas)

[BecauseImWorthIt]

I don't know a carpenter/joiner, but I do have a friend who is a general builder, who will have people like this 'on his books'. He's on holiday at the moment, but I'm happy to give you his details if you like?

I'm/he's in Merton Park, SW19.

[loobylolly]

Chris Corke, 07747 670156, has done bookshelves and cupboards and all sorts for me and several friends, absolutely excellent quality and reasonably priced.

Joiner - little fiddly bits like cupboards etc. Carpenter - roof beams and suchlike. I think. Don't quote me!

[Horton]

I know a great general handyman who has put up custom made shelves for us in some alcoves as well as loads of other stuff. He's called George Blanchard, he's in Richmond and you can find him on yell.com.

[PortAndLemon]

Thank you all -- very helpful. I knew Mumsnet would know...

[Izabellla1]

Abstracts joinery are great and you can check them on Facebook and they have a website as well