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Focal Designs
Review quality
No review warnings
Awards & recognition
1 independent award
Trust Score
57out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 48 reviews across 2 review sources
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume48
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say37.8 of 60
Independent checks18.8 of 30
Track record0 of 10
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- Ways to reach them10 of 10
- Reviewed on more than one site7.5 of 7.5
- Registered company details0 of 5
- Photos of their work0 of 5
- Industry recognition1.3 of 2.5
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Biz Ireland10 reviews · 5.0 avg
- Houzz38 reviews · 5.0 avg
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for carpenters / joiners in Dublin
Across 24 carpenters / joiners in Dublin, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
Review quality check
Reviews checkedReviews checked for consistency
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2 sources minimum10+ reviews per source0.8+ rating gap flagged2 sources checkedAssessed 31 Jul 2026
Independent recognition
Awards & recognition
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Source-listed gallery
1 photoPhotos listed on Houzz
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Sources
2 named public sourcesWhere this information comes from
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Review sources
Public evidence last checked July 2026
About
Creatively enhancing Irish homes through classical style woodwork, innovation and vision. Focal designs is an Irish finish Carpentry business based in Dublin. We creatively enhance Irish homes through classical style woodwork, innovation and vision. At Focal Designs we provide and ensure a professional approach as well as a high end finish to every project whether big or small. We have experienced trades people with over 18 years’ experience both home and abroad all with city & guilds qualifications. At Focal Designs we also offer handcrafted wall panelling, which substantially enhances the interior of any home, completely transforming the look and character of your living space. Our portfolio speaks for itself. At Focal Designs we skilfully enhance Irish homes through creativity and cutting edge design. Our customers’ vision is important to us and together through project planning we meet our customers’ needs and specifications. We take pride in our work and aim to exceed all our customers’ expectations.
Services they list
Wood PanellingCustom BookcasesCustom Built-insCustom CabinetsCustom Entertainment CentersCustom Kitchen CabinetsCustom ShelvingFinish CarpentryWall PanelingAlcove UnitsTV Display UnitsDecorative Wall Paneling
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What this business says about itself
From their own website
What this business says about itself
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- Established: 2015 (11 years in business)
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Independent checks
About this business
How long they've really been tradingOperating since at least 2018 (8 years), according to an independent source, not just their own word.
Website online since2013They say, established2015Award-winning since2018
Your own checks
What to check before you hire
Worth checking yourself
No credentials are shown here and the business has not claimed this profile. Ask to see certificates and insurance directly.
In Ireland, gas work must by law be done by a Registered Gas Installer (RGI) and electrical work by a contractor registered with Safe Electric. Verify the registration on the public register before any gas or electrical job, as using an unregistered installer is illegal and dangerous.
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Common questions about Focal Designs
Is Focal Designs a legitimate business?
Focal Designs has 48 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5, gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Focal Designs?
Focal Designs has 48 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5, gathered across 2 review sources. The reviews section shows the aggregate rating, review volume, and review source information we hold.
How do I know Focal Designs' reviews are genuine?
Focal Designs' 48 public reviews are gathered and cross-checked across 2 review sources. Reviews spread across several review sources are harder to fake than a single polished page. MyTrustedTraders brings this public evidence together with no ads and no paid placement: we show the review source information and aggregate rating we hold rather than selling rankings, so you can weigh the evidence for yourself.
Has Focal Designs won any awards?
Focal Designs holds 1 independent award, including 7× Best of Houzz winner: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025. These are third-party awards: recognition that has to be won, not self-issued.
What does Focal Designs specialise in?
Focal Designs lists specialist services including Wood Panelling, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Centers, Custom Kitchen Cabinets. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
When was Focal Designs' website registered?
Focal Designs' website has been online since 2013, according to the public domain registry. This dates the website, not necessarily when the business began trading.
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