How Much Do Fitted Wardrobes Cost in London? A 2026 Price Guide

"How much?" is almost always the first question. It should be. Fitted wardrobes are a significant investment, and the pricing in this industry is notoriously opaque — partly because every project is genuinely different, and partly because some suppliers prefer it that way.

Here's an honest breakdown of what fitted wardrobes actually cost in London in 2026, what drives the number up or down, and the hidden costs to watch for before you sign anything.

The short answer

For a good-quality, bespoke fitted wardrobe in London in 2026, you should budget:

Entry-level fitted wardrobe (basic finish, standard internals): £500–£700 per linear metre
Mid-range (premium finishes, integrated lighting, better internals): £750–£1,100 per linear metre
High-end / luxury (handleless, mixed materials, veneer, walk-in dressing rooms): £1,200–£2,500+ per linear metre

A typical four-metre run in a London master bedroom with a decent specification usually lands between £4,000 and £8,000, fitted. A full walk-in dressing room build can run from £10,000 to £30,000+ depending on the materials and complexity.

These are realistic numbers — not the misleading "from £1,999" figures you see in newspaper adverts, which almost always refer to a two-door MDF wardrobe on a white finish with no lighting and no interior accessories.

What actually drives the price

Six factors determine roughly 95% of the final quote:

1. Size — measured in linear metres

Fitted wardrobe pricing is based on "linear metres" — the width of wall the wardrobe covers, not the area. A 3-metre run is priced at 3 × the per-metre rate. Height matters too; floor-to-ceiling runs cost more than standard-height runs because they use more material and take longer to scribe and fit.

2. Carcass and door material

This is the biggest single cost driver.

MFC (melamine-faced chipboard): Most common, durable, huge range of colours. Budget to mid-range.
MDF sprayed in a lacquer finish: Premium look, more expensive, can be painted any RAL colour.
Real wood veneer: Genuine walnut, oak, or ash veneer on an MDF or ply substrate. Premium.
Solid timber: Rarely specified in fitted furniture because of movement, but used for shaker and in-frame styles. Highest cost.
Glass, mirror, or fluted panels: Add per panel rather than per metre.

3. Door style

Sliding doors are generally cheaper per metre than hinged, because there are fewer of them. In-frame shaker doors and handleless push-to-open are more expensive because of the precision required. Fluted and curved doors sit at the top.

4. Interior specification

A wardrobe is only as good as what's inside it. The base spec — hanging rail, a couple of shelves, a drawer bank — adds a few hundred pounds. Specifying velvet-lined jewellery drawers, pull-out trouser racks, angled shoe shelves, integrated laundry hampers, and motion-sensor LEDs can easily double the internal cost.

This is the part most people underestimate when they shop on door price alone.

5. Lighting

Basic LED strip lighting inside hanging sections adds £150–£400 to a typical wardrobe. Full integration — motion sensors, shelf-edge lighting, plinth lighting, feature uplighters inside display sections — can add £800–£2,000.

6. Installation complexity

A square room with flat walls and no obstacles fits quickly. Most London bedrooms aren't like that. Chimney breasts, sloping ceilings, bay windows, uneven Victorian walls, and awkward access through narrow staircases all add to the fit time and therefore the labour cost.

Regional reality: why London costs more

Fitted wardrobe prices in London run 15–30% higher than the national average for one simple reason: the cost of installation. A fitter's day rate in London is higher, parking and access are harder, and the buildings are older and more awkward. A wardrobe that takes one day to install in a modern Milton Keynes new-build might take two days in a Victorian Fulham terrace with lath-and-plaster walls.

Be wary of national suppliers quoting the same price regardless of postcode. Either they're subsidising London from elsewhere, or they're cutting corners on fit.

Hidden costs to ask about

Reputable suppliers will include these in the quote. Less reputable ones will add them at the end. Ask explicitly:

Delivery and installation: Is it included, or separate?
VAT: Is the quoted price VAT-inclusive?
Removal of existing wardrobes: Some firms charge; some don't.
Making good walls and skirting: Who's responsible if the wall needs patching after removal?
Surveys and design visits: Are these free?
Finance charges: If paying on finance, what's the APR and total amount payable?

Finance, payment, and deposits

Most reputable fitted wardrobe companies in the UK offer interest-free finance over 12–24 months, and longer repayment plans with APR beyond that. A deposit of 25–40% is standard when you sign. Avoid any company that asks for 100% upfront before manufacture — it's not normal, and you lose all leverage if something goes wrong.

Is it worth it? The value question

Fitted wardrobes aren't cheap, but they're one of the few home investments that genuinely earn their keep:

They provide roughly 30–40% more storage than freestanding equivalents in the same footprint
Buyers consistently pay a premium for London homes with built-in storage
Quality fitted furniture lasts 20+ years — the cost-per-year is often lower than replacing flatpack every 5–7 years
The daily quality-of-life improvement from a properly organised wardrobe is genuinely significant

A note on "free design visits"

A free design visit with a detailed 3D design and a fixed written quote should be standard. It costs the designer a couple of hours and it lets you compare like-for-like between suppliers. If a company won't quote until you've committed, that's a red flag.

At Smiths, every quote is itemised: doors, carcasses, interiors, lighting, delivery, installation, VAT. No hidden extras, no pressure-sell, no "today-only" discounts.

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How Much Do Fitted Wardrobes Cost in London? A 2026 Price Guide