How much does furniture assembly cost in the UK?

Professional furniture assembly typically costs £40–£90 for single items and £120+ for full bedroom sets. IKEA PAX wardrobes cost £65 for a single and £110 for a double. We charge fixed prices with no hidden fees.

How long does flat pack furniture assembly take?

A professional assembler can build most flat pack items significantly faster than DIY. A standard wardrobe takes 45–90 minutes professionally versus 3–4 hours DIY. We give you an accurate time estimate when you request a quote.

Is it worth paying someone to assemble IKEA furniture?

For most people, yes. Professional assembly saves hours of frustration, ensures the furniture is built correctly and safely, and often works out cheaper than the cost of your time and potential mistakes.

Do you assemble furniture from all retailers?

Yes — we assemble furniture from IKEA, Wayfair, Argos, Dunelm, John Lewis, Made.com, B&Q, and all other major UK retailers. If it comes flat packed, we can assemble it.

What areas do you cover for furniture assembly?

We cover all UK cities through the Flat Pack Manchester Trades Network. Enter your postcode when requesting a quote to confirm availability and get a price.

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🚪 Wardrobes ▼

PAX wardrobe — single

~2 hrs · £65

PAX wardrobe — double

~3 hrs · £110

PAX wardrobe — triple

~4 hrs · £150

HEMNES wardrobe

~2.5 hrs · £80

HAUGA wardrobe

~2.5 hrs · £80

Single wardrobe — other brand

~1.5 hrs · £65

🛏 Beds ▼

MALM bed — single/double

~1.5 hrs · £55

MALM bed — king / with storage

~2 hrs · £80

HEMNES bed

~2.5 hrs · £90

SONGESAND bed

~2 hrs · £80

Bunk bed / cabin bed

~3 hrs · £100

Bed frame — other brand

~1.5 hrs · £60

📚 Shelving & Storage ▼

KALLAX — small (2×2 / 1×4)

~1 hr · £45

KALLAX — large (4×4 / 2×4)

~1.5 hrs · £75

BILLY bookcase

~45 min · £40

BESTA storage unit

~2 hrs · £80

Small shelf / floating shelf

~30 min · £40

🗄 Drawers, Desks & Tables ▼

ALEX / NORDLI drawer unit

~1.5 hrs · £55

MALM chest of drawers

~1.5 hrs · £65

Desk (any brand)

~1 hr · £50

TV unit / sideboard

~45 min · £40

Bedside table / small cabinet

~30 min · £40

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Why hire a professional?

Professionals work 60% faster than first-timers, have all the right tools, and guarantee the result. For a full bedroom, that's the difference between 2 hours and 6 hours.

How is the price calculated?

IKEA items are priced per unit. Non-IKEA items are charged at £40/hour with a 2-hour minimum. All prices are fixed and agreed upfront — no surprises.

Same day assembly

We cover all UK cities. WhatsApp us your postcode and item list for availability. Same-day slots are usually available in Greater Manchester and most major cities.

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