Furniture Repair in Warsaw — Chipboard, Hinges, Shelves, Drawers

Your wardrobe is wobbly, a door is sagging, a shelf has buckled under the weight — sound familiar? Chipboard and MDF furniture lasts a long time, but eventually fasteners loosen, hinges wear out, and laminate chips at the corners. We repair cabinet furniture across all of Warsaw: from Ursynow to Bielany. Calling a handyman makes sense when you need a quick, neat fix without buying a whole new wardrobe.

How much does it cost and what affects the price

The cost of furniture repair depends on the type of damage, the material, and the scope of work. Replacing hinges, repairing stripped screw holes, adjusting drawer slides — these are different tasks with different labour requirements. Basic fasteners are included in the price. If new hinges, drawer slides, or hardware are needed, that is charged separately. See the table below for current prices on the main types of work.

How furniture repair works on site

1. You describe the problem by phone or messenger — ideally with a photo of the damage.
2. The technician assesses what is needed: tools, hardware, glue, caps.
3. We agree on a visit time — usually the same day or the next.
4. On site, the technician inspects the furniture, checking the body and fasteners.
5. Carries out the repair: drills out stripped holes, inserts new dowels or confirmat screws, replaces hinges, adjusts drawer slides.
6. Tests the result — doors close evenly, drawers glide smoothly, shelves hold the load.
7. Cleans up shavings and dust.

Common furniture repair mistakes (and how to avoid them)

• Pouring regular PVA glue into a stripped hole and screwing the screw back in — it loosens again within a week.
• Over-tightening confirmat screws in chipboard — the thread strips and the hole gets even bigger.
• Buying the wrong type of hinge (overlay instead of inset) — the door won’t close.
• Placing a shelf on old shelf pins without checking them — it falls along with the dishes.
• Trying to level a crooked wardrobe without removing it from an uneven floor — zero result.
• Using wood screws instead of confirmat screws — the joint is weak and chipboard crumbles.
• Covering laminate chips with a marker — visible in any light. Use furniture wax or a repair pencil instead.

What to prepare before the technician arrives

• Empty the damaged furniture — shelves, drawers, hangers.
• Ensure access: pull the furniture away from the wall if work is needed at the back.
• Take a close-up photo of the damage and an overall view — send it to the technician in advance.
• If you know the furniture brand — let us know (IKEA, Black Red White, Agata, etc.).
• Keep broken parts: hinges, slides, handles — the technician will match a replacement.
• Prepare a power socket nearby — a drill or router may be needed.
• If the furniture is built-in — check whether the side panels are accessible.
• Remove fragile items near the work area.
• Provide access details: intercom code, parking info.

A real case from Warsaw

A client in Mokotow had a problem: the door of a chipboard wardrobe had torn off. The hinges were ripped out — the holes were stripped, and simply screwing them back was not an option. The technician drilled out the old holes, filled them with epoxy, inserted wooden dowels, and let it cure. Then he fitted new hinges with reinforced mounting plates. While at it, he adjusted the second door, which was also starting to sag. He checked — both doors close flush, no gaps. The whole job took about an hour and a half. Takeaway: if a hinge tears out, don’t try to screw it back into the same hole. You need to rebuild the base, or the problem will return 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 even stronger than the original.

Do you bring hardware with you?
Basic fasteners (dowels, confirmat screws, caps) — yes. If specific hinges or slides are needed, it is better to buy them in advance or agree with the technician.

Is it worth repairing old furniture or better to buy new?
It depends on the condition of the frame. If the carcass is intact, a repair costs a fraction of replacement. If the chipboard has swollen from water, that is a different story.

How long does a typical repair take?
Hinge replacement or a single drawer fix — 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. Deep damage is patched with filler and touch-up paint.

Do you repair IKEA furniture?
Yes, it is one of our most common 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 separate.

Who does the work

Furniture repairs are carried out by technicians experienced in cabinet furniture: chipboard, MDF, solid wood. We cover all of Warsaw and surrounding areas. To book, call or message us — we reply within an hour and arrange a convenient time.