Free Furniture Maker Invoice Template & Generator
Build custom furniture invoices for woodworking, upholstery, and bespoke furniture commissions. Itemize design, materials, and labor.
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What to include on a Furniture Maker invoice
Your invoice needs the breakdown of materials and labor as separate line items. Clients want to see exactly what they paid for in walnut versus oak, and their accountants need the labor separated out for tax purposes. Include the specific piece you made with measurements and finish details. If you did custom work based on their specifications, reference the original quote or design approval date so everyone remembers what was agreed to.
Most furniture makers take 50% up front before buying materials, then the remaining 50% on delivery. For bigger commercial jobs, you might split it three ways: deposit, progress payment when construction is done, final payment on installation. Don't start cutting wood until that deposit clears. Net 30 terms only make sense for established trade accounts or repeat clients.
Take photos when the piece leaves your shop and when it arrives at their place. Attach these to the final invoice. Clients sometimes delay payment because they want to make sure the finish matches in their actual lighting or the dimensions really work in the space. Photos prove the work is complete and professional. This also protects you if anything gets damaged in delivery.
Frequently asked questions
How do furniture makers price custom pieces?
Custom furniture pricing is based on design complexity, wood species, and size. Simple pieces start at $500–$1,500, dining tables $2,000–$8,000, and complex built-ins $5,000–$20,000+.
What should a furniture invoice include?
Include piece description, dimensions, wood species, hardware, finish type, design fees, delivery and installation, deposit applied, and estimated timeline to completion.
Should furniture makers charge deposits?
Always. Collect 50% before starting to cover material costs. For expensive hardwoods, request a separate material deposit. Final payment is due before delivery.