Blog · 30 September 2026
Assemble a PAX wardrobe yourself or hire someone?
You can put a PAX wardrobe together yourself, but it takes more time than you think. Here is what you need to know before you start.
You can assemble a PAX wardrobe yourself if you have the time, the tools and a second person. If it is your first time, a single wardrobe with doors often takes half a day to a full day, and longer with sliding doors or a complete wall of units. An experienced assembler usually does it in one to three hours, secures the wardrobe to the wall and adjusts the doors properly. With PaxMonteur, that costs from € 79, all-in.
What do you need to assemble a PAX wardrobe yourself?
- A second person: a PAX frame is large and heavy, and tilting it upright is not a one-person job.
- A cordless drill with bits, a spirit level, a tape measure and a pencil.
- Drill bits and wall plugs suited to your wall, for the wall fixing. These are not in the box.
- Enough space to build the frame lying down.
- Sufficient ceiling height: a frame that is 236 cm high needs about 243 cm to tilt upright, and a frame of 201 cm needs about 210 cm.
The most common mistakes
These are the things that most often go wrong with DIY assembly:
- The frame does not fit under the ceiling when tilted, or damages the ceiling.
- The wardrobe is not level, so the doors do not close properly or hang crooked.
- Hinges and doors are not adjusted, leading to uneven gaps.
- Sliding doors run stiffly because the rails are not straight or not fixed properly.
- The wardrobe is not fixed to the wall, even though this is needed to prevent tipping.
- Interior fittings, such as drawers and pull-out parts, are fitted incorrectly and catch.
When to do it yourself, and when to hire someone?
DIY is fine if it is a single, simple wardrobe, you are handy, you have someone to help and you can set aside a day for it.
Hiring an assembler is smarter for a PAX wall with several units, sliding doors, a sloping ceiling or limited space, if you are short on time, or if the wardrobe needs to be neatly and firmly fixed to the wall. An assembler brings the right tools and knows exactly how the doors should be adjusted.
Customers often tell us how much time it saves. One of our reviews: “4-metre wardrobe assembled in 2 hours. Beyond expectations.”
What does it cost to have your PAX wardrobe assembled?
With PaxMonteur you get a fixed price upfront based on your order list, from € 79, with no call-out fees or start-up fee. You only pay after the assembly. We fix the wardrobe to the wall and adjust the doors and drawers.
Read more about PAX wardrobe assembly or about PLATSA and LASTARE, and see what customers say about us.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about PAX assembly
How long does it take to assemble a PAX wardrobe?
For an experienced assembler, a PAX wardrobe with doors usually takes one to three hours, depending on the number of units and the interior fittings. If you are doing it yourself for the first time, expect to spend half a day to a full day.
Does a PAX wardrobe need to be fixed to the wall?
Yes. IKEA requires a PAX wardrobe to be secured to the wall to prevent it from tipping over. The fixing is supplied, but the plugs and screws suited to your wall are not.
How high does the ceiling need to be to stand up a PAX wardrobe?
A PAX frame is built lying down and then tilted upright. With a frame that is 236 cm high and 58 cm deep, the diagonal length is about 243 cm. If your ceiling is lower, the frame cannot be tilted into place and the wardrobe has to be assembled in a different way.
What if parts are missing?
Contact IKEA or the shop where you bought it. We assemble what we can and schedule a second appointment for the rest. You can usually claim the cost of this back from the seller.
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