Kitchen Cabinet Door Adjustment in Warsaw — Fixing Misaligned Doors and Drawers

A cabinet door has sagged, uneven gaps have appeared between fronts, a drawer slides out crooked or won’t close all the way — a familiar sight in any kitchen a couple of years after installation. It happens especially often after moving or in new-build flats where furniture settles along with the building. Most of these issues are fixed by adjusting hinges and slides in 30–60 minutes — no need to replace doors or hardware. We work across all of Warsaw: from Mokotow to Ursynow, arriving with a full set of tools and spare parts.

How much does it cost and what affects the price

The cost of adjustment depends on the number of doors, the type of hinges, and the condition of the hardware. If a hinge has simply loosened — tightening it takes a couple of minutes. If the soft-close mechanism has failed — replacement is needed. Fixings are included in the price of work, while new hinges or soft-close dampers, if required, are charged separately. Current prices for kitchen services are in the table below.

How the on-site work goes

1. You describe the problem — send photos of misaligned doors or a video of a sticking drawer.
2. The technician confirms the kitchen brand (IKEA, Nobilia, custom-made) and the hinge type.
3. We agree on a time — usually same-day or next-day visit.
4. On site, the technician inspects all doors: checks gaps, closing pressure, and smoothness of movement.
5. Adjusts hinges along three axes — vertical, horizontal, and depth — achieving even gaps.
6. Checks and fine-tunes soft-close dampers, tightens loosened fixings.
7. Adjusts drawer slides if they run crooked or don’t close fully.

Common customer mistakes (and how to avoid them)

• Delaying adjustment — the misalignment worsens, the hinge wears out the chipboard holes, and instead of adjustment you need cabinet body repair.
• Turning screws at random without knowing which does what — throwing off all three settings at once.
• Over-tightening mounting screws — stripping the threads in chipboard, after which the hinge can’t be secured without relocating it.
• Ignoring a sagging drawer — the slide rail deforms over time and has to be replaced entirely.
• Trying to lubricate a squeaky hinge with WD-40 — it’s a solvent, not a lubricant; the squeak returns with double the force within a week.
• Replacing all hinges instead of adjusting — overpaying 5–10 times for the same problem.

What to prepare before the technician arrives

• Clear the space in front of the cabinets — move chairs and small appliances out of the way.
• If you know the kitchen or hinge brand (Blum, Hettich, GTV) — let the technician know in advance.
• Note or photograph which specific doors and drawers are problematic.
• Check for broken hinges (a door hanging on one hinge is a replacement, not an adjustment).
• Make sure there are no heavy or fragile items on shelves inside the cabinets — the technician may need to open doors fully.
• Provide access to the flat: intercom code, parking info.
• If hinges need replacing — confirm the model beforehand so the technician can bring the right ones.
• Have a power socket nearby — a cordless drill may be needed.

A real case from Warsaw

A client in the Wola district called us six months after moving in — three upper doors on their IKEA kitchen had gone crooked and one drawer wouldn’t close fully. On inspection, all hinges turned out to be Blum with soft-close, but the settings had shifted during transport. Two doors had dropped 3–4 mm, one was sticking out forward. The technician levelled the hinges along all three axes, tightened loosened screws, and recalibrated the soft-close dampers. The drawer was simpler — the rear slide rail had shifted; it just needed pushing back and locking in place. The whole job took about 40 minutes. The client said the kitchen looked as good as the day it was assembled. Takeaway: after a move, it pays to check all doors — a minor adjustment costs a fraction of what neglected repairs run up to.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know my cabinet doors need adjustment?
Uneven gaps between doors, a door catching on the neighbouring one when closing, soft-close not engaging, a drawer not closing fully or running crooked.

How long does it take to adjust an entire kitchen?
A typical kitchen with 8–12 doors takes 30–60 minutes. If hinges need replacing or the cabinet body needs repair — longer.

Does this work for IKEA kitchens?
Yes, we work with IKEA (Metod, Knoxhult), Nobilia, custom kitchens, and any other brand. The hinge adjustment principle is the same everywhere.

Can I adjust the doors myself?
If you know which screw does what — yes. But without experience, it’s easy to strip threads or throw off the other doors’ settings. If in doubt — call a professional.

What’s included in the price?
Labour, fixings, travel within Warsaw. New hinges, soft-close dampers, or drawer slides are separate if replacement is needed.

How often do doors need adjusting?
Depends on use. In an actively used kitchen — once every 1–2 years. After a move — always worth checking.

Do you work with soft-close mechanisms?
Yes, we adjust and replace soft-close dampers by Blum, Hettich, GTV, and others.

Who does the work

Door adjustment is carried out by technicians experienced in kitchen furniture assembly and repair. We work with Blum, Hettich, GTV, and Grass hardware. We cover all of Warsaw and the surrounding suburbs. Message or call us — we’ll advise whether a visit is needed or you can handle it yourself.