Flat Pack MatesBedroom furniture assembly in London
We build bedroom furniture in the room where it will be used. Send the model numbers and tell us how much space is available for laying out panels and opening drawers.
What we assemble
Send the size and configuration so we can plan the build and check what clearance is needed.
| Item or detail | What to check |
|---|---|
| Bed frames | Specify whether the base uses slats, drawers or lift-up storage. |
| Wardrobes | Include ceiling height, door style and the number of frames. |
| Chests and bedside units | Tell us the drawer count and include any separate fronts or legs. |
Prepare the room
Leave space to lay out long panels and keep the mattress away from the build area. Tell us if you need existing furniture dismantled.
| Item or detail | What to check |
|---|---|
| Doors and drawers | Check that there is room to open them beside the bed. |
| Access | Compare the longest carton with the lift and stair turns. |
Plan the order of a bedroom build
List the bed, wardrobe, chest and bedside units individually. Include sizes and storage options, particularly for beds with drawers or lift-up bases. If several pieces will occupy the same room, explain which items are already there and which are being replaced. A clear sequence can avoid having to move a completed frame again to make room for wardrobe panels. Put each item’s hardware with its own cartons.
Check where the bed will stand with any storage fully open. A drawer may need more room than the gap between the frame and the wall. For a lift-up base, make sure the intended orientation leaves room to use the mechanism. If the bed sits under a sloping ceiling or next to a radiator, send a photograph and the relevant measurements. Decide where the mattress and bedding will wait during the appointment.
Allow for wardrobe height and access
Measure ceiling height at the position where the wardrobe will actually sit. A wardrobe can fit upright without having enough room to tilt into place. Tell us about coving, thick skirting and uneven floor levels. For sliding doors, supply the exact model and note whether any tracks, soft-close fittings or fronts are supplied separately. For wall fixing, confirm permission to drill and share what you know about the wall material.
Compare the dimensions of the longest pack with doorways, lift depth and stair turns. If the boxes are still downstairs, mention that when you request a quote. Keep a passage clear from the entrance to the room and leave room to lay out the largest panels. In a compact bedroom, an adjoining clear area may help if the fitter can safely stage the cartons there.
If you need an old bed or wardrobe dismantled, include it on the enquiry. Empty drawers and cupboards before the visit. Tell us whether the pieces need to be saved for reassembly or whether you are arranging disposal separately. If any of the new furniture is already partly built, share pictures and the model number so we can see what remains.
Finishing and checking the furniture
The fitter checks the instructions and supplied fittings, then agrees where each item will go. Keep the pack numbers until you have checked that all doors, drawers and any separate bed supports are present. A damaged panel or missing rail may stop that piece from being completed. Photograph the label and affected part for the retailer and ask us what can go ahead with the parts available.
At handover, open drawers and doors and try the storage function where applicable. Check clearance beside the bed and tell the fitter if moving parts catch or rub. Keep the instructions for future adjustments, replacement parts or dismantling. If an item requires a wall restraint, discuss any wall or permission issue before loading the furniture.
Time and staffing depend on the exact items and room access. A bed with slats and a bedside unit takes less work than a tall wardrobe with several interiors and a bed with lift-up storage. Provide the full product list and say which item is needed first. That lets us discuss the likely appointment length and what to prepare before the fitter arrives.
What to include when you ask for a quote
Consider a small bedroom being refurnished with a storage bed and wardrobe. Start the enquiry with the bed mechanism and wardrobe door packs. Add the complete product references and mark any components that are still with the retailer. If the room is too small to lay out both pieces at once, say so before choosing a date. An item list without access information gives only part of the picture. The fitter also needs to know where the unopened packs are, which room they are going into and which route is clear.
If a drawer front or wardrobe rail has not arrived, identify which other pieces can be built separately. Contact the retailer with the carton reference, product number and a photo if the pack is damaged. Let us know if a replacement delivery has been booked. Where you need a return appointment, keep the replacement and the matching instructions together so the fitter can identify them quickly.
At handover, the person deciding the bedroom layout should be available to confirm where the pieces belong and ask about anything that needs checking. Note which items are finished, which are waiting for parts and any restrictions on use in the meantime. Save the product references and manuals with your order confirmation. That makes it easier to identify a replacement fitting later and gives you a record of what was supplied and built.
Matching furniture with different pack sizes
A matching collection can contain pieces that need very different preparation. A bedside unit may fit in a narrow alcove, while the wardrobe needs room for the doors to travel and the fitter to reach the side panels. Measure each position separately. If a retailer lists a frame and front in different finishes, check the labels before unpacking, especially when the order is split between bedrooms. Keep one copy of the layout or a simple sketch with the names of the pieces. It can help the fitter work in the right order and help you identify a matching replacement if a panel arrives damaged. When organising a move, schedule the build after the relevant packs have arrived and give yourself time to check them. If the room is being painted or carpeted, tell us when it will be ready to work in and where the unopened cartons will be stored.
Plan your booking
- Send the product references and quantities.
- Include your postcode, floor and any timed access.
- Confirm which rooms or workstations need to be ready first.
See assembly rates or ask about furniture collection and delivery. For PAX wardrobes and other IKEA ranges, see our IKEA furniture assembly page.
Questions before booking
Can you build an ottoman bed?
Send the exact model and room details so we can plan the storage base and opening clearance.
Can you assemble a wardrobe and bed together?
Yes. Include all model numbers and tell us which item needs to be ready first.
Can you dismantle the old bed?
Mention the old frame when you enquire so dismantling can be included in the estimate.
What if the ceiling is low?
Send the wardrobe and ceiling heights so we can discuss the build method.
Get an assembly quote
Send your furniture list and access details so we can discuss the time and number of fitters.