You’ve brought home a PAX wardrobe, a KALLAX shelf unit or a MALM chest of drawers from IKEA — and now you’re looking at a stack of flat-pack boxes, little bags of fittings and a 40-page instruction booklet? We know that situation well. In the photos, IKEA assembly seems easy. In practice, you deal with wooden dowels that have to go in dead straight, cam locks that should catch on the first go, and mirror panels that are easy to confuse. We assemble IKEA furniture all over Warsaw — we come with the right tools, build everything properly and remove the packaging afterwards.

How much does IKEA furniture assembly cost

The cost depends on the furniture type and how many parts it has. A basic shelf unit costs one amount; a full-wall PAX wardrobe setup is a different job altogether. Below you can see current prices for the main assembly categories. The final amount is confirmed by the technician once the exact model and layout are clear.

Fixings are included in the price. Extra materials (if required) are billed separately. Packaging removal can be arranged.

How the on-site assembly works

1. You send a photo of the boxes or the IKEA model name — the technician reviews the job and gives you a price.
2. We set a time that suits you — often same-day or next-day service.
3. The technician comes with a complete tool kit: cordless drill, bit set, spirit level, hex keys, rubber mallet.
4. He checks that everything is there — all parts and hardware. If something is missing, he tells you immediately.
5. Assembly is done exactly by the IKEA instructions — no improvising, no cutting corners.
6. Everything is levelled, doors and drawers are aligned, and stability is checked.
7. The packaging is collected and the work area is left tidy.

Common mistakes when assembling IKEA furniture yourself

• Skipping the contents check before you start — halfway through, you realise a part is missing. Then you are off to IKEA in Targowek or placing an online order and waiting.
• Mixing up mirror panels (left with right) — the doors end up opening the wrong way, and when you notice, the dowels are already loose.
• Tightening cam locks too little or too much — the joint either shakes or the chipboard splits.
• Knocking in dowels without glue, or with too much of it — the frame loosens later or the dowel will not go fully in.
• Building a wardrobe flat on the floor and then trying to lift it upright — a 236 cm PAX is heavy and needs two people to raise it safely.
• Leaving wardrobes unanchored to the wall — IKEA states this in every manual, but many people ignore it. Especially risky in homes with children.
• Using a manual screwdriver instead of a drill — by the third drawer your hands are tired, and that is when rushing and mistakes start.

What to prepare before the technician arrives

• Check that all boxes have been delivered — compare the number with your IKEA receipt.
• Clear the assembly area: at least 3 by 3 metres of free floor space.
• For tall units (PAX 236 cm) — make sure the ceiling height is enough.
• Choose in advance where the furniture will stand — moving a fully assembled wardrobe is far harder.
• Have a power socket available for the drill (or an extension lead).
• For bathroom or kitchen furniture — confirm whether plumbing or electrical connections will be needed.
• Keep the IKEA instruction booklet — if it is missing, download it from the IKEA website using the article number.
• Send access details: intercom code, floor number, lift availability (especially for heavy boxes).
• If old furniture has to be taken away — tell us beforehand, as that is a separate service.

A real case from Warsaw

A client in the Ursynow district booked assembly of a PAX wardrobe system — three sections, 250 cm wide, with sliding doors. The boxes arrived from IKEA, but when we opened them, one door track was damaged. The technician took photos of the damage, helped submit a replacement request through the IKEA app, and in the meantime began assembling the carcasses. The next day the client collected the new track, and the technician came back for an hour to install and adjust the doors. The wall turned out to be hollow brick — the standard IKEA plugs would not hold, so we used heavy-duty expansion anchors instead. Total assembly time was about 5 hours. The wardrobe stands level, the doors slide smoothly, and all internal fittings — shelves, rails, KOMPLEMENT drawers — are installed. The takeaway: check parts when you unbox, not halfway through assembly — it saves time and nerves.

Frequently asked questions

Who does the work

The assembly is done by experienced technicians who work with IKEA and other manufacturers every day. We know the little traps in each range — from BILLY and HEMNES to BESTA. We cover all of Warsaw and nearby suburbs: Piaseczno, Pruszkow. To book, call or send us a message — we answer within an hour.