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UK cost guide
The space under a staircase is awkward to build into: the height changes at every step, and meters or pipes often sit at the back. That's why a simple cupboard and a run of full-depth pull-out drawers can be thousands of pounds apart.
Typical budget
£800 to £8,000+
Design, manufacture and installation. Specialist fitted drawers work out at roughly £310-£400 per drawer.
Typical UK under-stairs storage project budgets by project size.
| Budget band | Typical cost | What it usually covers |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | £800-£1,500 | a fitted cupboard with shelving, or a compact unit with three pull-out drawers. |
| Mid-range | £1,500-£3,500 | made-to-measure pull-out drawers with one or two cupboard doors, built to the staircase profile. |
| Premium | £3,500-£8,000+ | full bespoke joinery, such as a utility space, home-office nook or walk-in storage with lighting. |
Design, manufacture and installation. Specialist fitted drawers work out at roughly £310-£400 per drawer.
Prices checked October 2026. These are guide prices, not quotes. Prices vary by region, property, access and specification, so get itemised quotes before you commit.
Sources
Number of pull-out drawers and the runners, hinges and handles used
Material and finish: painted MDF, birch plywood or solid timber
The staircase shape, any services behind the panelling, and whether lighting is added
Ask each shortlisted company to confirm the same scope and timeline. Avoid ordering drawers before checking what pipes, meters or cables sit under the stairs; also avoid choosing full-extension drawers without checking the weight they need to carry and forgetting that painted finishes may need touching up once the staircase is decorated.
| Quote check | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Itemised scope | Shows whether labour, materials, waste, finishing and specialist trades are included. |
| Local availability | Prices vary by region, and London and the South East usually cost more. Lead times differ too, so ask when each firm can start. |
| Proof and aftercare | Insurance, warranties and verified contact details reduce homeowner risk. |
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