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EOFY Offer - Enrol in the Lockcarpentry Masterclass before 30 June and choose a free short course. Concealed Hinges or Pivot Hinges, your choice. Tax deductible for carpenters and locksmiths in business. Offer ends 30 June 2026.

Australia's Leading Door Hardware Training

Stop Losing High-End Jobs to Carpenters With Better Skills

Most carpenters avoid high-end door hardware jobs. The ones who learn it charge more, get called back first and never run out of work. This is the only course in the world that teaches it.

Choose Your Learning Path

Want to learn lockcarpentry? Start with the Masterclass - it covers everything from tools and techniques to client management and business growth.

 

Already working in the trade? Pick a specialist short course to sharpen a specific skill and install with more confidence from your very next job. 

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$750 

Most Popular

Long course

Carpenters & locksmiths

Lockcarpentry Masterclass

Installing high-end door hardware is a specialist type of work that most carpenters have never been taught. This course changes that.

8 comprehensive modules covering everything a carpenter or locksmith needs to master this niche trade. Learn precision techniques, problem-solving, client management, tools, and how to build a reputation as a specialist installer. Includes 1-on-1 access to Tony, a signed completion certificate, and a 10% discount at the Lockcarpentry Shop. 

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$250

Specialist

Short course

Carpenters & locksmiths

No-Ha Handles Course

Master Invisible Handle Installation

You only get one attempt at routing the cut-outs on a No-Ha handle. Get it wrong and the door needs replacing. This course makes sure you get it right first time.

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$300

Specialist

Short course

Carpenters

Concealed Hinges Course

Specialist Door Hinge Training

Getting concealed hinges wrong on an expensive door is a costly mistake. This course gives you the exact knowledge to install correctly, regardless of the brand.

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$200

Specialist

Short course

Carpenters & locksmiths

Virutex Mortiser Course

Master Lock Mortising Equipment

Learn how to operate the Virutex mortiser with ease and efficiency. Master this powerful tool and achieve professional results in less time.

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$300

Specialist

Short course

Carpenters

Pivot Hinges Course

Specialist Door Hinge Training

Pivot hinges confuse even experienced carpenters. One bad installation on an expensive door is a very costly mistake. This course makes sure you get it right.

One mistake on a $2000+ timber door costs more than all of these courses put together!
Is This Course For You?

This is for you if...

  • You’re a carpenter who wants to specialise in a premium, high-demand niche.

  • You’re a locksmith who wants to expand into fine woodworking and finish carpentry.

  • You’re tired of watching expensive jobs go wrong and want to get it right first time.

  • You want to charge premium rates and attract high-end clients.

  • You’re ready to learn from someone who has spent 10,000+ hours doing exactly this.

  • You have made a costly mistake on an expensive door and never want it to happen again.

This is not for you if...

  • You’re looking for a basic beginner carpentry course.

  • You have no interest in door hardware or architectural joinery.

  • You’re not willing to invest in specialist tools and techniques.

These course are designed for working tradespeople ready to specialise. Not for complete beginners.

Learn From The Man Who Invented the Trade

Tony Gouverneur

 Tony has been a carpenter for 32 years. For the last 22 of those, he has specialised exclusively in the installation of high-end door hardware - a niche so specific that no one had even named it before. Tony coined the term “Lockcarpentry” in Sydney in 2019. 

That word is now a registered trademark (IP Australia, 2021).

 

The trade Tony named is now a recognised specialisation. The course he created is the only training of its kind anywhere in the world.

Tony’s work speaks for itself: he is personally recommended by Sydney’s leading luxury hardware suppliers to their clients. When the supplier trusts your name enough to hand it to a homeowner with a $50,000 worth of doors, you know the standard is exceptional.

His motto says it all: Done Once, Done Right.

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32 years of carpentry experience

22 years specialising in luxury hardware installation

10,000+ hours of hands-on specialist work

Trademark holder of “Lockcarpenter” (IP Australia #2038808)

Recommended by Sydney’s leading luxury hardware suppliers

Installer of choice for Sydney’s finest homes.

Tony the lockcarpenter, teacher of the lockcarpentry course.
Lockcarpenter Luxury Door Hardware Installer

What Students Are Saying

“No better person in Australia to learn the specialist skills and techniques of Lockcarpentry. The course exceeded my expectations - thorough, engaging, and the knowledge I gained will prove invaluable in my carpentry career.”

Dave, Carpenter, Lonsdale Building Group, Melbourne

“I used to fancy myself pretty good at hanging doors and popping locks into place. Since finishing this course, I feel like I’ve levelled up. Keen as mustard now to get my hands dirty with some top-notch hardware.”

Trevor, Carpenter & TAFE Carpentry Teacher, Canberra

“As a trade-qualified locksmith, I’ve noticed the shortfall of sound lock-fitting skills on sites  and believe me, these problems exist in the locksmithing trade too. Your story is really inspiring. I can’t wait to learn from you. I guess I want to be a lockcarpenter too!”

Malcolm, Locksmith, Brisbane/Gold Coast

“I have upskilled for sure doing your course. Your Tidy Tradie Jig is number one on my list. Thanks mate.”

Lino, Auckland NZ

“The information presented has been very beneficial. My knowledge of hardware, tools, and business practices has been nicely expanded. Thank you for offering this program and sharing your experiences.”

Heath, Michigan USA

“The course was well structured and covers everything from the basics to more advanced door hardware. I have really learnt a lot in areas I hadn't really been exposed to before. Tony is clearly an expert in what he does and was always helpful and willing to give any advice when needed.”

Kai, Lovett Custom Homes Sydney

A Job Without This Knowledge Could Cost You Thousands

Every time you take on a luxury door hardware job without proper training you are gambling with someone else's expensive property.

 

One wrong cut on a $10,000 door costs more than this course.

One defect notice from a builder costs you more than this course.

One lost client costs you more than this course.

Tony spent 22 years learning this so you do not have to.

Lifetime access · Signed completion certificate · 1-on-1 support with Tony · 10% tool discount included
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