OSRS Construction Level‑Up Table: How to Progress Efficiently
Introduction
Construction is one of the fastest yet priciest skills to level in Old School RuneScape (OSRS). Knowing exactly what XP you need and when to unlock new furniture or rooms can help you train smartly and avoid unnecessary expenses. This guide provides a level-up table, explains the key unlocks, and offers strategic advice to level Construction from 1 to 99 efficiently—and in the most cost-effective way.
⚙️ Construction XP Requirements
Here’s a breakdown of XP needed for key milestones in Construction:
| Level | Total XP | Unlock/Capability |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | Can build Parlour (crude chair, bookcase) |
| 5 | 1,039 | Basic portals in Portal Chamber |
| 10 | 2,363 | Dining Room unlocks at level 10 |
| 15 | 4,136 | Crystal saw boost usable; Oak Chair usable |
| 20 | 6,000 | Maid servant unlock |
| 25 | 9,376 | Spa room features initial unlocks |
| 32 | 17,407 | Oak larder unlocked (efficient mid‑level train) |
| 33 | 18,672 | First Oak Larder buildable |
| 40 | 39,062 | Hillar service: hire a Butler |
| 50 | 101,333 | Hire Demon Butler; Portal Chamber content |
| 52 | 147,449 | Mahogany Tables unlocked |
| 60 | 273,742 | Throne Room features; Mounted trophies |
| 74 | 782,186 | Dungeon Door unlock |
| 75 | 838,143 | Superior Garden unlock |
| 80 | 1,196,360 | Achievement Gallery unlock; Jewellery box option |
| 85 | 1,841,042 | Ornate Rejuvenation Pool unlock |
| 90 | 2,613,183 | More portals and utility in Gallery |
| 99 | 13,034,431 | Skillcape of Construction |
🔓 Key Construction Unlocks
Levels 1–20
- Parlour (lvl 1): Build basic furniture and get accustomed to Building Mode.
- Crystal Saw (lvl 15): Provides a permanent +3 build boost.
- Servant maid (lvl 20): Fetches planks from bank—speeds up training.
Levels 32–50
- Oak Larder (lvl 32): Excellent experience-per-GP ratio; staple mid-level method.
- Butler (lvl 40): Carries 14 items and doesn’t require follow-up.
- Demon Butler (lvl 50): Carries 26 items—ideal support for plank methods.
- Portal Chamber (lvl 50): Lets you add teleport portals.
Levels 52–75
- Mahogany Tables (lvl 52): Highest XP/hr but very expensive—use if you’re geared.
- Throne Room & Mounted trophies (lvl 60): Vanity/utility features for stylish builds.
- Oak Dungeon Doors (lvl 74): Great for cost-efficient high-level training.
- Superior Garden (lvl 75): Allows Fairy Ring & Ortho Pool; pivotal for endgame house design.
Levels 80–99
- Achievement Gallery (lvl 80): Build Ornate Jewellery Box, boss teleports, altar of the gods.
- Ornate Pool of Rejuvenation (lvl 85): Restores Prayer, run-energy, stats, HP.
- Skillcape (lvl 99): Instant unlimited POH teleport; ultimate symbol of completion.
💡 Leveling Strategy by Phase
1–32: Budget Foundation
- Build crude chairs, bookcases, oak chairs.
- Switch to Oak at L15; plan Oak Larder training at L32.
32–50: Mid‑Level Expansion
- Train Oak Larders using a Butler starting at L40.
- Unlock Demon Butler at L50 for improved efficiency.
- Begin Portal Chamber construction.
50–75: Speed or Cost-Effective Training
- From L52, use either:
- Mahogany Tables (fastest XP, highest gp cost), or
- Oak Dungeon Doors (balanced speed and cost).
- Build and utilize Superior Garden at L75.
75–99: Fine‑Tune Utility & Speed
- Build Achievement Gallery and Ornate Pool.
- Optimize final levels using Dungeon Doors or upgrade to Mahogany methods.
- Earn Construction cape and enjoy POH perks.
🛠️ Pro Tips for Leveling
- Use butlers + moneybag: Eliminates bank-running downtime.
- Stack boosts: Spicy Stews (+5) + Crystal Saw (+3) = +8 build-level boost.
- Compact layout: Keep build space close to entry, butler room, and moneybag.
- Remove furniture after build: Reclaim planks and reduce cost.
- Buy planks in bulk: Saves GP and reduces Grand Exchange overhead.
✅ FAQs
Q1: How much XP do I need from level 1 to 99 Construction?
You need 13,034,431 XP to go from level 1 to 99.
Q2: When should I switch to Oak Larders?
At level 32 (17,407 XP) you can begin building oak larders—your first fast and efficient method.
Q3: Should I get the Demon Butler?
Yes—unlocking at level 50 dramatically increases XP/hr by carrying 26 items per trip.
Q4: Which is better: Mahogany Tables or Oak Dungeon Doors?
- Mahogany Tables: highest XP/hr if GP is no object.
- Oak Dungeon Doors: more cost-efficient and slightly slower—ideal mid/end-game balance.
Q5: Do I need to reach level 99 for full POH benefits?
No—most important features are available by level 85 (garden, portals, pools). Level 99 unlocks the Construction cape and POH teleport convenience.
Use this level‑up table and structured path as your roadmap to smart, efficient Construction training—master the skill while saving time and resources.
