IKEA Storage Unit Assembly in London
We assemble the frames and fit the compatible feet, shelves, doors or drawers listed on the order. We check each insert in its intended opening and confirm which units require a restraint under the instructions.
Give us the IKEA product family, article numbers and the inserts or doors you want fitted into each storage unit.
- IKEA frames and inserts
- Doors and drawers
- Freestanding or wall-hung details
What to check before booking
Identify the frame and its inserts
Send the article number for each frame, door or drawer. A cube insert, a hinged cabinet and a storage combination can have parts that look similar without being interchangeable. Keep each fitting pack with its order.
Mark the orientation and position
Say whether the manufacturer permits the configuration you want. Show which side should face the room and where each insert belongs. Mention neighbouring furniture that might block a door or drawer.
Flag wall-related requirements
Freestanding storage and a wall-hung system have different requirements. Share the installation instructions and details of the wall before requesting any fixing work.
Identify the storage family and frame dimensions
Send the product family, article number and the exact size of each frame. A low storage unit, cube shelving and a tall closed cabinet can all appear on one order. The retailer may show a complete arrangement while the frames, feet and inserts are sold separately. Send the item list rather than only a photo of the display.
If you are extending a storage arrangement you already own, show the existing units and the space beside them. Include the model of the new frame. Similar products may have a different depth or height, which affects how they line up. Tell us if the units are intended to stand separately or as an arrangement specified by the manufacturer.
Match each insert to its frame
Make a simple list showing where you want doors, drawers and baskets. A cube unit may have some open compartments and others with inserts. A cabinet might use a different front at each level. If you want a particular arrangement, show it on a photo, order summary or sketch rather than asking us to infer it from the box count.
Keep the accessory packs with the matching unit. Check the dimensions and article numbers if the order includes several frames. A drawer or door with a similar finish may belong to another range. If one insert is still due, say which space it will fill so we can discuss what needs to wait.
Consider orientation, access and opening space
Check the manufacturer guidance for the position you want the unit to stand in. Some units are designed to be used in more than one orientation, while others have a specific layout. Show which side should face into the room and where an adjacent wall or piece of furniture might restrict access. Leave enough space to open doors and use drawers.
If the storage is to sit beneath a window or beside a desk, include the available height and width. Mention skirting, sockets and trims in the intended area. Tell us if a cabinet is going in a hallway or room with little space to lay out its panels. A clear photo can be more useful than a finished product image alone.
Tell us if the storage needs a wall fixing
Freestanding assembly and hanging a cabinet on a wall involve different work. Send the manufacturer instructions for any restraint or mounting requirement and describe the wall if you know its construction. Include a photo showing the position and any restrictions. If the property is rented, check permission before arranging a job involving drilling.
If the unit is already assembled and you want only the wall fitting checked, say so in the enquiry. Send the model, original fittings and pictures of the rear and wall. If you have altered the unit or the specified restraint is missing, tell us before the visit so we can discuss the product information and what is needed.
Prepare the packs and review the finished arrangement
Keep the frames, shelves and fittings with their instructions, and leave space to lay out the panels. When the assembler arrives, show the cartons and confirm which frame goes where. If several units have similar finishes, keep the product labels visible. Identify any parts you opened or relocated before the visit.
At the end, check the arrangement, opening clearance and placement of the inserts. If a missing component affects one of the units, note its article number and keep the retailer paperwork. If you plan to add another unit later, retain the frame and fitting references so you can identify the correct parts.
Request a quote for one unit or a larger storage order
Send the postcode, room list and article numbers for all frames and accessories. If there are several identical units, give the total count and explain which ones use inserts. Tell us where the boxes are and how they reach the work area. Mention a tight staircase, restricted loading or an upper floor.
If the furniture is still at IKEA, include the branch and collection details with the assembly enquiry. If the retailer has split the delivery, tell us which packs have arrived and the expected date for the rest. You can also include other flat pack furniture in the request, provided each piece has its own line and destination.
When storage forms part of a room plan
Show how the new furniture needs to work around the other items in the room. For a home office, identify which side of the desk needs storage. For a living area, show where doors and drawers can open without obstructing a walkway. If the arrangement includes different frame sizes, mark the order from left to right.
Check how the unit will work with the items you store
Tell us if you need particular openings for boxes, records, books or files. Where the product allows adjustable positions, a rough sketch can show which compartments need to stay open and which get doors or baskets. If the unit is in a hall, check the space left to walk past it once the doors are open.
For two units of different depths, show which front edge you want to line up. Skirting or a projecting sill can change how the units sit in the room. If an existing desk or cabinet needs to stay, include its measurements. Share the final layout with the person meeting the team if they did not place the order.
Details to confirm before the visit
| Check | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Open unit | Show the orientation and position of shelves |
| Closed unit | Check clearance for doors and drawers |
| Combination | Mark which frame holds each insert |
| Check | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Product family | Match article numbers to the intended frame |
| Fittings | Keep compatible parts with the matching unit |
| Wall instructions | Share requirements for fixing or restraint |
What to send for your quote
| Job detail | What to send |
|---|---|
| Cube unit | Frame orientation and insert list |
| Cabinet | Door and drawer article numbers |
| Storage combination | Layout and any mounting requirements |
Questions before booking
For work booked alongside this service, see furniture wall fixing and wardrobe assembly.
Can I add door or drawer inserts?
List the inserts and the matching frame.
What if two units have different depths?
Send both article numbers and show which unit goes where.
Can you review a wall-hung configuration?
Share the manufacturer instructions and wall details before booking.
How do you know if an insert fits my storage frame?
We use the article numbers and opening dimensions to match the insert with its intended frame.
Can you mix open compartments and doors in one unit?
We can fit the agreed arrangement where the range supports it. The product list identifies which fronts and fittings are compatible.
Request a quote
Send the frame article numbers and mark where the doors, drawers and other inserts should go.