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How Much Do Fitted Wardrobes Cost? 2026 Guide
Fitted wardrobes are a practical way to maximise storage while creating a clean, built-in look. But how much do fitted wardrobes cost? The answer depends on your choice of door design, materials, frame type, and interior layout. In this guide, we break down typical costs and explain how made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors offer a flexible, cost-effective solution for a wide range of budgets.
Key Benefits of Fitted Wardrobes
- Maximises space with custom storage solutions
- Tailored designs to suit your room layout
- DIY-friendly installation options
- Flexible pricing depending on design choices
What Are Fitted Wardrobes?
Fitted wardrobes are storage solutions designed to fit the exact dimensions of your room. Unlike free-standing wardrobes, they integrate seamlessly with walls, alcoves, and ceilings, making the most of available space. They can be customised internally with shelves, drawers, hanging rails, and compartments to suit your storage needs.
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Use alcoves or awkward spaces to maximise storage without losing usable floor space.
Why Choose Made-to-Measure Sliding Wardrobe Doors?
Sliding doors are ideal for fitted wardrobes as they don’t require clearance to open, making them perfect for smaller rooms or tight spaces. Made-to-measure options ensure a precise fit and a clean, built-in look.
- Space-saving design
- Wide choice of finishes and styles
- Custom sizing for any opening
- Durable and long-lasting
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Sliding doors are particularly effective in smaller bedrooms where hinged doors would restrict layout options.
Design Options and Variations
At Wardrobe Doors Direct, all sliding wardrobe doors are made-to-measure and designed around your space:
- Collections: Como, Rimini, Milano, Modena, Torino, Lecce, Verona, Lovara
- Panel styles: Full panel, 3-panel combinations, 4-panel and 5-panel split designs
- Materials: Mirror, coloured MFC, woodgrain MFC, coloured glass, frosted coloured glass, frosted mirror finishes
- Frames: Steel (cost-effective) or aluminium (premium finish)
- Interiors: Modular components including shelving, rails, and drawers
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Simpler panel designs (Como) are more cost-effective than multi-panel designs (Lovara).
Practical Considerations That Affect Cost
When planning your fitted wardrobe:
- Measure width, height, and depth accurately
- Consider ceiling height and any slopes
- Decide between DIY or professional installation
- Factor in optional extras such as brush strips or soft-closers
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Accurate measurements are essential for made-to-measure doors—small errors can affect both fit and cost.
How Much Do Sliding Wardrobe Doors Cost?
The cost of sliding wardrobe doors depends on three main factors:
- Design/collection:
- Full length panel (Como) - most cost-effective
- 3-panel designs (Milano, Modena, Torino, Lecce) - mid-range
- 4 and 5 panel design (Verona, Lovara) - premium
- Frame type:
- Steel - more cost-effective
- Aluminium - premium upgrade
- Panel material:
- Coloured MFC, silver mirror - most cost-effective:
- Coloured glass finishes - mid-range
- Frosted mirror, frosted coloured glass - premium
Typical Pricing (Silver Mirror – Entry-Level Example)
| Collection | 2-Door (£) | 3-Door (£) | 4-Door (£) | 5-Door (£) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Como | 606.87 | 880.30 | 1093.74 | 1328.96 |
| Rimini | 678.51 | 987.76 | 1237.02 | 1508.06 |
| Milano / Modena / Torino / Lecce | 750.15 | 1035.33 | 1380.30 | 1687.16 |
| Verona | 821.79 | 1142.68 | 1523.58 | 1866.26 |
| Lovara | 833.43 | 1250.14 | 1666.86 | 2045.36 |
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Design your made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors to get an accurate quote based on your exact size and design.
How Much Will the Wardrobe Interior Cost?
Wardrobe interiors are supplied as a component-based system, with panels oversized so they can be trimmed during installation to fit uneven walls, ceilings, or alcoves.
Interiors are structured by door count - 2-door, 3-door, 4-door, and 5-door systems. Within each door count, there are four design tiers, ranging from basic setups to enhanced storage options with additional shelves, drawers, and hanging space. This allows you to choose a configuration that fits both your storage needs and budget.
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Interior Kit Pricing (Basic → Enhanced)
| Doors | Interior Kit Price (£) |
|---|---|
| 2-door wardrobe interior | 236.41 - 563.57 |
| 3-door wardrobe interior | 472.82 - 945.65 |
| 4-door wardrobe interior | 520.58 - 1174.90 |
| 5-door wardrobe interior | 620.88 - 1174.90 |
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Interiors are designed to be cut to fit, making them ideal for alcoves or uneven walls. Choosing a higher-tier design gives more storage without needing a larger wardrobe footprint.
Real Cost Example: Budget vs Enhanced
Budget Setup
Steel frame, Como full-length silver mirror, basic interior
- Doors (Steel frame, Como full-length mirror, 3-door): ~£660.00
- Interior (basic 3-door kit): £470.00
- Optional extras (brush strips, soft-close): ~£150.00
Estimated Total Cost: £1,280.00
Enhanced Setup
Aluminium frame, Verona 3-panel white glass, enhanced interior (mid-high spec, not top of the range)
- Doors (Aluminium frame, Milano 3-panel white glass, 3-door): ~£1440.00
- Interior (enhanced 3-door kit): ~£950.00
- Optional extras: ~£150.00
Estimated Total Cost: £2540.00
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Choosing aluminium frames, a higher-end panel design, and enhanced interiors gives a bespoke feel without going to the very top-spec, keeping costs reasonable.
Common Mistakes to Avoid (Cost-Focused)
- Not including interiors in your initial budget
- Assuming all door styles cost the same
- Not factoring in optional extras – small upgrades like soft-closers can add up
- Skipping free samples before ordering
- Choosing standard sizes instead of made-to-measure
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Always calculate the total cost of doors, interiors, and extras together before ordering.
Fitted Wardrobe Cost FAQs
How much do fitted wardrobes cost in the UK?
Costs vary depending on size and design, but a typical sliding wardrobe setup can range from £700 to £2,000+ for doors, plus interiors.
What affects the cost the most?
The biggest factors are door design, frame type, and panel material. Multi-panel and premium finishes increase the price.
Are DIY fitted wardrobes cheaper?
Yes, DIY installation significantly reduces costs compared to fully fitted wardrobes while still achieving a bespoke look.
Are made-to-measure wardrobes worth it?
Yes, they maximise space and avoid gaps, making them more cost-effective long term.
Design Your Fitted Wardrobe Today
See how made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors can transform your space using our Design your made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors.
Practical Next Steps
Seeing finishes in your own space makes it easier to choose. You can:
- Request FREE samples of sliding wardrobe doors to see colours and finishes firsthand.
- Design your own made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors online to experiment with panel combinations, frames, and layouts before ordering.
- Call our Design Team on freephone 0800 035 1730 for personalised advice, guidance on room layouts, or help selecting the perfect panels and frames.
Sliding Wardrobe Doors Experts
Our guides are written by the Wardrobe Doors Direct design and technical team, who specialise in made-to-measure sliding wardrobe doors supplied across the UK.
Need advice for your project?
Call our team on 0800 035 1730.
There are many variables that can affect the cost of fitted wardrobes.
Where you source your fitted wardrobe from will also affect the overall cost.
The specification of your sliding doors eg. size, number required, design and panel materials will all have a bearing on their cost.
An example of one of our Como Collection door designs – full height mirrored doors.
An example of one of our Milano Collection door designs – three-panel equal split pure white glass doors.
Our online Sliding Wardrobe Door Configurator enables you to experiment with different numbers of doors, designs, panel materials and framing choices to see changing any of these factors affects the price of your installation.
Our top and bottom liners and strike plates, available in a range of plain colour or woodgrain effect MFC, enable simple framing of you opening/aperture to be achieved.
Optional extra fitting such as soft closer mechanisms will increase slightly the overall cost of your wardrobe doors but will enhance the daily experience of their use.
Wardrobe interiors can be treated with simple partitions and shelves or can be designed to integrate a range of ingenious storage solutions such as the example shown above
IKEA’s Pax system offers a wide range of modular storage units suited for creating a bespoke wardrobe interior.
The condition of existing plasterwork, working with the placement of existing cornices and skirting boards and the position of hidden electric cables or pipes may all have a bearing on the cost of your overall installation.
A good joiner or carpenter may charge in the region of £200-250 a day for labour.
Don’t forget any redecoration or ‘making good’ costs that may be necessary after your wardrobe has been fitted.
Wardrobe Doors Direct makes a flat delivery charge (Mainland UK) of £60 for orders under £1,000. Delivery is free for orders over £1,000.
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