Fitted Wardrobes Cost UK (2026): Prices per Metre & Fitting

Updated September 2026 with current UK prices.

Fitted wardrobes cost £700–£2,500+ per metre in 2026, supplied and fitted. A typical 3-door fitted wardrobe is around £3,250 and a 6-door around £4,800. A full fitted bedroom with drawers and bedside units costs more on top. Price depends on the width, the doors and finish, the interior fittings, and whether it is made to measure or truly bespoke.

2026 fitted wardrobe prices at a glance

What you're paying for	2026 price (supply and fit)
Budget sliding-door wardrobe	£700–£1,000 per metre
Made-to-measure hinged wardrobe	£1,000–£1,500 per metre
Bespoke joinery, painted doors	£1,500–£2,500+ per metre
Typical 3-door fitted wardrobe	around £3,250
Typical 6-door fitted wardrobe	around £4,800

Typical UK prices including VAT, based on published UK trade price guides and checked in September 2026. London and the South East usually run 20–30% higher. Guide prices, not quotes: compare at least three. Get free quotes from local fitters.

How much do fitted wardrobes cost per metre?

Most companies price by the linear metre of wall covered:

• Budget (£700–£1,000/m): standard carcasses, melamine or foil doors, often sliding.
• Mid-range (£1,000–£1,500/m): made to measure, better hinges and runners, more interior options.
• Bespoke (£1,500–£2,500+/m): built by a joiner to fit the room exactly, often in painted MDF or timber, including awkward alcoves and sloping ceilings.

A 2.5–3 metre wall, the size of a typical double bedroom, therefore costs roughly £2,000–£3,000 at the budget end and £4,000–£7,500 for bespoke.

Fitted bedroom furniture prices

A complete fitted bedroom adds drawers, dressing tables, bedside units and overbed storage to the wardrobes. These are usually priced per unit on top of the wardrobe run, using the same door style and finish, so ask for each item to be priced separately to compare quotes.

Bespoke vs made to measure: what's the difference?

• Made to measure uses standard-sized carcasses from a manufacturer, cut and filled to your wall. It's quicker (often 2–4 weeks) and cheaper.
• Bespoke is designed and built for your room, usually by a joiner or a specialist workshop. It handles chimney breasts, alcoves, loft slopes and period details, and costs more (often 4–10 weeks' lead time).

If your walls and ceiling are straight and square, made to measure is usually the better value. Awkward spaces are where bespoke earns its price.

Sliding or hinged doors?

	Sliding	Hinged
Space needed	None in front	Room for the doors to swing
Access	Half the wardrobe at a time	Full width
Upkeep	Tracks need cleaning; rollers can wear	Hinges rarely need attention
Best for	Small bedrooms, mirrored doors	Larger rooms, classic styles

Sliding doors suit small rooms where there's no space for doors to open. Hinged doors give full access and suit traditional and painted designs.

Can a carpenter build fitted wardrobes?

Yes. Many homeowners hire a local carpenter or joiner to build fitted wardrobes on site, which is often the best route for alcoves and awkward spaces. Carpenters usually charge a day rate plus materials; a pair of alcove wardrobes is typically several days' work. Ask for a fixed price for the whole job, including painting, so you can compare it with specialist companies.

What affects the price?

• Width and height: floor-to-ceiling units cost more but add the most storage.
• Doors and finish: foil and melamine are cheapest; painted or real wood doors cost most.
• Interior: drawers, shoe racks, pull-out rails and lighting all add cost.
• Awkward spaces: sloping ceilings and alcoves need custom work.
• Location: London and the South East are usually 20–30% higher.

How to check a fitted furniture company

Fitted furniture is usually paid for with a deposit weeks before fitting, so check the company first. From our research on Companies House data:

• There are about 16,000 joinery and carpentry companies registered in the UK (September 2026).
• 54% of joinery and carpentry companies set up in 2019–2020 were still trading five years later, one of the best rates of any trade (Trade Survival Index).

Before you pay a deposit:

1. Check the company's age and status on HouseJester or Companies House.
2. Keep the deposit modest, and pay by credit card where possible for Section 75 protection on amounts between £100 and £30,000.
3. Get the design, finishes and total price in writing, including removal of old furniture and making good.
4. Ask what guarantee covers the doors, hinges and runners.

How to save money on fitted wardrobes

• Choose made to measure rather than bespoke if your room is square.
• Use standard door styles and finishes; custom colours and profiles add cost.
• Put extra spend on the interior layout you'll use every day, not on decorative doors.
• Compare at least three quotes for the same width, doors and interior.

Fitted wardrobe cost FAQs

How much does a fitted wardrobe cost in the UK? Usually £700–£2,500+ per metre supplied and fitted in 2026. A typical 3-door wardrobe is around £3,250.

Are fitted wardrobes cheaper than freestanding? No, freestanding wardrobes are usually cheaper to buy. Fitted wardrobes cost more but use the full height and width of the wall, so they hold more and suit awkward spaces.

How long does it take to fit a wardrobe? Usually one or two days on site for made-to-measure units, after a lead time of a few weeks. Bespoke joinery can take longer.

Do fitted wardrobes add value to a house? They can make a bedroom more appealing to buyers, particularly in smaller rooms, but it's best to choose them for your own use rather than as an investment.

What joiners earn: carpenter and joiner salary in the UK.

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