Volunteering a project for the 2023 Pricing Survey teaches valuable lessons about pricing.

The FDMC Pricing Survey is a nearly quarter-century-old industry staple, and the deadline for this year's event is approaching fast. The 2022 FDMC Pricing Survey deadline is September 26.

Three kitchens, three projects, three prices — what would you charge?

For 2022, the FDMC Pricing Survey has gone back to basics with just three projects, all Shaker-style kitchens, but all with significant differences that should highlight pricing variations.

MANHEIM, Pa. – Estimating what to charge for a custom woodworking project is a delicate balance. Bid too high and the job is lost. Bid too low and the profit shrinks. 

Volunteering a project teaches valuable lessons about pricing.

SAN DIEGO – Estimating what to charge for a custom woodworking project is a delicate balance. Bid too high and the job is lost. Bid too low and the profit shrinks. 

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario -- FDMC Editor Will Sampson will present "Solving the Pricing Puzzle" at the 2022 Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference Expo. Sampson is scheduled to take to the WMS Live stage at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 25 at the International Centre.

Pricing Survey reveals why prices vary so much for custom woodworking.