How much board cutting costs and what affects the price
The price depends on the number of cuts, the board thickness and type (laminate, MDF, worktop) and whether edge banding is needed. A simple shelf trim is cheaper than cutting several parts to fit an alcove. Current rates are in the table below: they quote upfront and you pay after the job. Materials (edging, trims) are charged separately.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Flat-pack furniture assembly (IKEA, BRW) | 10–25% of price |
| Freestanding wardrobe assembly | 250–600 zł |
| Built-in wardrobe installation | 400–800 zł |
| Chest of drawers assembly | 180–350 zł |
| Bed assembly | 200–450 zł |
| Table or desk assembly | 180–300 zł |
| Chair assembly | 40–80 zł/szt |
| Furniture disassembly | 400–800 zł |
| Moving furniture within the flat | 120–200 zł/h |
| Furniture repair | 200–450 zł |
| Hinge adjustment | 150–350 zł |
| Hinge replacement | 60–120 zł/szt |
| Drawer runner replacement | 80–180 zł/szt |
| Furniture alteration | 350–500 zł |
| Shortening furniture | 250–400 zł |
| Fitting furniture into a niche | 350–600 zł |
| Hang a wall shelf | 80–250 zł/szt |
| Coat rack installation | 80–120 zł |
Indicative prices. Ranges for a typical scope. Fixings included, materials separate. Minimum order 300 zł.
Price ranges and offers from tradespeople: handyman in Warsaw.
How the cutting visit works
- Measuring the alcove or furniture and setting the final dimensions with allowance.
- Marking the cut line and taping it to minimise laminate chipping.
- Cutting with a laminate blade or a plunge saw on a guide rail.
- Levelling and chamfering the edge, removing burrs.
- Banding the visible edge (if ordered).
- A trial fit on site and any correction for a perfect fit.
Common mistakes (and how to avoid them)
- Measuring ‘by eye’ with no allowance — the board comes out short and is wasted.
- Cutting with an ordinary saw without tape: the laminate chips at the edge.
- No edge banding on MDF in a damp room: the board swells over time.
- Ordering a cut without checking wall plumb — alcoves are rarely perfectly square.
- Cutting a worktop from the wrong side: chips end up on the visible surface.
- Confusing board thickness (16 vs 18 mm) when ordering material.
What to prepare before the technician arrives
- Have the board/part to cut and the spot where it will go ready.
- Measure the alcove at several points (top, middle, bottom): walls can be uneven.
- Provide a work space and access to a socket.
- If you have it, edge banding in the board colour.
- Protect nearby furniture and the floor from dust.
- Decide which edge will be visible — it sets the cut side.
- Allow 30–60 minutes for a simple trim.
- Say so in the order if the board is very large or heavy (worktop): they will bring the right tools.
A case from Warsaw: Ursynów, shelves for an alcove
A client in Ursynów bought ready-made shelves, but the alcove turned out 2 cm narrower at the bottom than at the top. The shelves would not fit, and returning them was no longer an option.
Tradespeople measured the alcove at three points, cut each shelf to the real size and banded the edges in a matching colour. Cutting along tape on a guide rail gave a clean, chip-free edge.
After a trial fit everything sat flush, with no gaps. The visit took about 50 minutes. The takeaway: with alcoves you almost always need to cut on site to the real size rather than rely on stock dimensions.
Frequently asked questions
Do tradespeople cut boards at the client’s place?
Yes, simple cuts and fitting are done on site. For a large cut list it is sometimes cheaper to order panel cutting and just fit it.
What boards can a tradesperson cut?
Laminated chipboard, MDF, plywood, panels and kitchen worktops. Tradespeople match the tool to the cut.
Will the edge chip?
Cutting along tape with the right blade gives a clean edge. Visible edges are also banded.
Will the tradesperson band the edges?
Yes, with iron-on or glued edging if you provide material in the board colour.
Can a tradesperson cut a worktop for a sink?
Yes, they make cut-outs for sinks and hobs, protecting the edge from moisture.
Order panel cutting or cut on site?
For regular rectangles, panel cutting can be cheaper. For alcoves and odd sizes, cutting on site to the real measurement is better.
Will the tradesperson clean up the dust?
Yes, they work with a vacuum and tidy up. Removing larger offcuts is agreed separately.
How long does it take?
A simple cut is 30–60 minutes. Cutting several parts with banding takes longer.
Do tradespeople travel outside the centre?
Yes, across all of Warsaw and nearby — Ursynów, Mokotów, Wola, Białołęka and beyond.
Does the tradesperson issue an invoice?
Yes, they issue a VAT invoice on request.
Who does the work and how a job runs
Cutting and assembly are carried out by experienced technicians on HandyMan24 who assemble and fit furniture across Warsaw every day. They work with a vacuum, keep edges clean and tidy up after themselves. They arrive at the agreed time and quote upfront; you pay the tradesperson directly.
Need a board or shelf trimmed to size? Leave a request online: they will come, measure and fit it on site.
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