Your wardrobe rocks, a door has dropped, a shelf has bent from the load — know the situation? Chipboard and MDF furniture can serve for years, but sooner or later the fittings loosen up, hinges get worn, and the laminate gets chipped on the corners. We fix cabinet furniture all over Warsaw: from Ursynow to Bielany. Calling a handyman is a good move when you want a fast, tidy repair instead of buying a whole new wardrobe.
How much does it cost and what affects the price
The price of furniture repair depends on the kind of damage, the material, and the amount of work involved. Replacing hinges, fixing stripped screw holes, adjusting drawer runners — these are different jobs and they take different effort. Basic fasteners are included in the price. If you need new hinges, drawer slides, or other hardware, that is billed separately. Check the table below for current prices for the main types of work.
| Service | min | max |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture repair | 150 zł | 350 zł |
| Hinge adjustment | 60 zł/pc | 120 zł/pc |
| Hinge replacement | 60 zł/pc | 120 zł/pc |
| Drawer slides replacement | 80 zł/pc | 180 zł/pc |
How furniture repair works on site
- You explain the issue by phone or messenger — best if you can send a photo of the damage.
- The technician checks what will be needed: tools, hardware, glue, caps.
- We set a visit time — often the same day or the next.
- On site, the technician looks over the furniture, checking the carcass and fasteners.
- Does the repair: drills out stripped holes, installs new dowels or confirmat screws, replaces hinges, adjusts drawer slides.
- Checks the result — doors shut evenly, drawers run smoothly, shelves take the load.
- Cleans away shavings and dust.
Common furniture repair mistakes (and how to avoid them)
- Putting ordinary PVA glue into a stripped hole and driving the screw back in — it comes loose again within a week.
- Over-tightening confirmat screws in chipboard — the thread tears out and the hole becomes even larger.
- Buying the wrong hinge type (overlay instead of inset) — the door will not close.
- Setting a shelf on old shelf pins without checking them — it comes down together with the dishes.
- Trying to straighten a crooked wardrobe without taking it off an uneven floor — no result at all.
- Using wood screws instead of confirmat screws — the joint stays weak and the chipboard breaks up.
- Hiding laminate chips with a marker — you can see it in any light. Use furniture wax or a repair pencil instead.
What to prepare before the technician arrives
- Empty the damaged piece of furniture — shelves, drawers, hangers.
- Make sure there is access: move the furniture away from the wall if work is needed at the back.
- Take a close-up photo of the damage and one full view — send it to the technician beforehand.
- If you know the furniture brand — tell us (IKEA, Black Red White, Agata, etc.).
- Keep any broken parts: hinges, slides, handles — the technician will match a replacement.
- Have a power socket nearby ready — a drill or router may be needed.
- If the furniture is built-in — check whether the side panels can be reached.
- Move fragile items away from the work area.
- Send access details: intercom code, parking info.
A real case from Warsaw
A client in Mokotow had this issue: the door of a chipboard wardrobe had come off. The hinges had torn out — the holes were stripped, and just screwing them back in was not an option. The technician drilled out the old holes, filled them with epoxy, inserted wooden dowels, and waited for it to cure. Then he installed new hinges with reinforced mounting plates. While he was there, he adjusted the second door, which had also started to sag. He checked the result — both doors close flush, with no gaps. The whole job took about an hour and a half. The lesson: if a hinge tears out, do not try to drive it back into the same hole. The base has to be rebuilt, otherwise the problem comes back within a couple of weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Can chipboard furniture be repaired if the hole is stripped?
Yes. We use dowels, epoxy glue, or special repair inserts. The joint ends up stronger than it was originally.
Do you bring hardware with you?
Basic fasteners (dowels, confirmat screws, caps) — yes. If particular hinges or slides are needed, it is better to buy them in advance or arrange it with the technician.
Is it worth repairing old furniture or better to buy new?
That depends on the condition of the frame. If the carcass is sound, repair costs a fraction of replacement. If the chipboard has swollen from water, that is another matter.
How long does a typical repair take?
Replacing a hinge or fixing one drawer — 30 minutes to an hour. A full wardrobe repair — up to 3 hours.
Can laminate chips be fixed?
Small chips are filled with furniture wax or a colour-matched repair pencil. Deeper damage is repaired with filler and touch-up paint.
Do you repair IKEA furniture?
Yes, that is one of our most frequent jobs. We know their fastener systems and hardware well.
What is included in the price?
The technician’s labour and basic fasteners. Hardware (hinges, slides, handles) and materials are charged separately.
Who does the work
Furniture repairs are done by technicians with hands-on experience in cabinet furniture: chipboard, MDF, solid wood. We work across all of Warsaw and nearby areas. To book, call or message us — we reply within an hour and set up a convenient time.