Custom tropical wood carpentry Playa del Carmen — tzalam kitchen cabinets doors by Recrea Construction

Custom Carpentry & Wood Furniture in Playa del Carmen

Handcrafted woodwork from Mexican tropical hardwoods. Kitchens, closets, doors, pergolas, bathroom vanities, and custom furniture — built in our workshop, installed on site.

Carpentry Services

Kitchen Cabinetry

Custom kitchen cabinets, islands, pantry units. Solid wood or modern finishes. Soft-close hardware.

Doors & Frames

Entry doors, interior doors, sliding barn doors, pivot doors. Solid wood, carved, or minimalist designs.

Closets & Storage

Walk-in closets, built-in wardrobes, shelving systems, under-stair storage. Maximized for tropical homes.

Pergolas & Outdoor

Wooden pergolas, palapa frames, outdoor bars, deck construction, garden furniture, pool cabanas.

Custom Furniture

Dining tables, bed frames, bathroom vanities, desks, bookshelves. One-of-a-kind pieces.

Stairs & Railings

Floating stairs, wood-and-metal combos, handrails, decorative balusters.

Our Woods

We source directly from certified Mexican suppliers. These tropical hardwoods are naturally resistant to humidity, termites, and rot — perfect for the Riviera Maya climate:

WoodCharacterBest ForPrice Level
TzalamDark rich brown, fine grainDoors, cabinets, furniture$$
MachicheDeep reddish-brown, very hardFlooring, decks, stairs$$$
Parota (Huanacaxtle)Golden with dramatic grainTables, counters, accent walls$$
Pino (Pine)Light, versatileClosets, shelving, painted pieces$
CedarAromatic, insect-resistantCloset interiors, outdoor furniture$$
Completed custom carpentry project — tropical hardwood kitchen and doors Playa del Carmen

Pricing

Custom carpentry is priced per piece — based on wood type, dimensions, design complexity, and finish. We provide a detailed quote with sketches before production begins.

Request a Carpentry Quote

Tell us what you need — kitchen, doors, furniture, pergola. We'll send sketches and pricing.

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Why Custom Carpentry vs. Store-Bought

  • Exact fit — Mexican homes have non-standard dimensions. Store furniture rarely fits perfectly.
  • Climate-appropriate wood — IKEA particleboard swells and warps in tropical humidity within months.
  • Cost-effective — custom solid wood costs the same or less than imported furniture, and lasts 10× longer.
  • Airbnb aesthetic — handcrafted tropical wood is what guests expect in the Riviera Maya. It photographs beautifully.
  • Unique character — each piece is one-of-a-kind with natural wood grain patterns.

Get a Carpentry Quote

Tell us what you need — kitchen, doors, furniture. We'll send sketches and pricing within 48 hours.

Get Carpentry Quote