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IKEA assembly tips and prices
Practical answers from our assemblers: what assembly costs, when it is better to hire a professional, and how to assemble furniture safely.

PAX or PLATSA: which wardrobe suits your room?
IKEA PAX or PLATSA? Differences in sizes, layout and options for a sloping roof or alcove, and what that means for assembly.
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Extending a PAX wardrobe with an extra frame: can you do it later?
Want to extend your IKEA PAX wardrobe with an extra frame later? What to check on height, depth and colour, joining the frames and the doors.
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Moving an IKEA wardrobe: dismantling and reassembly
Can an IKEA PAX or BESTÅ wardrobe move with you? When to dismantle, how to keep parts together and what to check when rebuilding.
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Bought a second-hand IKEA wardrobe? How to put it back together properly
Bought a second-hand IKEA wardrobe on Marktplaats? What to check at pick-up, how to find the manual and missing fittings, and how to rebuild it.
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Missing or damaged part: what now?
Missing a screw, shelf or door, or is a panel damaged? Here is how to fix it, and what happens if the assembler is already at your home.
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Call-out and start-up fees for furniture assembly: how to compare fairly
Call-out fees, start-up fees or a starting rate often come on top of the price for furniture assembly. How to spot them and compare on total price.
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IKEA order arrived? How to prepare for assembly
Your IKEA order is delivered and the assembler is coming. Use this checklist: check the boxes, clear the space and share the right details.
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PAX sliding doors stiff or not closing? How to adjust them
Do your IKEA PAX sliding doors stick, close crooked or roll open by themselves? Find the causes and how to adjust the doors and the wardrobe frame.
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PAX with sliding doors or hinged doors?
Sliding or hinged doors for your IKEA PAX wardrobe? Space, width, depth, use and assembly compared at a glance, so you can make the right choice.
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Just moved to the Netherlands? How to get your IKEA furniture assembled
New to the Netherlands and furnishing your home with IKEA? Here is how to arrange assembly: quote in English, fixed price upfront, pay afterwards.
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Shortening or narrowing a PAX wardrobe: can you, and what are the alternatives?
Can you cut an IKEA PAX wardrobe down in height, width or depth? What it involves, the drawbacks and which standard sizes will fit.
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Organising a PAX wardrobe: drawers, rails and shelves
How do you plan an IKEA PAX wardrobe layout? Tips on hanging space, drawers and shelves per frame, sliding doors and how we help with your design.
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Fitting out an office with IKEA: assembly without halting work
Fitting out an office with IKEA furniture? Plan the assembly of desks and storage so work carries on, including outside office hours and with one invoice.
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Have a Full IKEA Bedroom Assembled: How to Plan It
Want a full IKEA bedroom assembled? The best order, what to tell us in advance, how to get it all done in one visit and what affects the price.
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IKEA wardrobe on an uneven floor: how to level it
Is your IKEA wardrobe leaning or are the doors not closing? How to level a PAX wardrobe on an uneven floor with adjustable feet, shims and the right order.
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How long does IKEA assembly take? Guide times per item
How long does it take to assemble IKEA furniture? Guide times for an experienced assembler, and what makes the job longer.
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Assembling a standing desk: get your workspace right first time
Assembling an IKEA standing desk? The build order, connecting the motor, tidying cables and setting the right working height.
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Assembling an IKEA bed: what to look out for with a bed with drawers or storage
Have an IKEA bed assembled or do it yourself? Key tips for beds with drawers or storage, the slatted base, the centre beam and a small bedroom.
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BILLY bookcase: fixing it to the wall and using extension units
Assembling an IKEA BILLY bookcase? Why you fix it to the wall, how an extension unit works and how to line up several bookcases neatly side by side.
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Wall-mounting a BESTÅ TV unit: what to check
Hanging an IKEA BESTÅ TV unit on the wall? Which walls are suitable, how high to hang it, how to hide cables and why a level matters so much.
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Klusup, Zoofy or PaxMonteur: the differences compared
Handyman platform or a dedicated assembly team for your IKEA furniture? How Klusup, Zoofy and PaxMonteur differ in price, approach and certainty upfront.
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IKEA assembly service via Klusup: how it works and costs
IKEA's assembly service is carried out by Klusup. How booking works, what the start-up fee is and what to check when comparing options.
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PAX wardrobe with a low ceiling or sloping wall: will it fit?
Will an IKEA PAX wardrobe fit under your ceiling or sloping wall? The sizes, the ceiling height you need to tilt it upright, and what to do if space is tight.
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Securing IKEA furniture to the wall: why it matters and how it works
Why tall IKEA wardrobes and chests of drawers must be fixed to the wall, which wall plugs suit your wall, and what to watch for with pipes and cables.
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Assemble a PAX wardrobe yourself or hire someone?
Assemble an IKEA PAX wardrobe yourself or hire an assembler? How long it takes, the tools you need, common pitfalls and when a professional is smarter.
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What Does IKEA Assembly Cost in 2026? Prices Compared
What does IKEA furniture assembly cost? We compare the IKEA assembly service, handyman platforms and a fixed price, with tips to save money.
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