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How Much Budget For Wardrobes?

Material Type and Quality

The selection of wardrobe materials, such as solid wood, MDF, or particleboard, has a big impact on the final cost. It is considered that better materials usually come at a higher price. You can expect solid wood to be $800 - $2,000+ per square metre; particleboard: $300 - $800; and MDF (Medium-Density Fiberboard): $400 - $1,200.

Dimensions and intricacy

The size and complexity of the wardrobe design affect the costs of both materials and labour. This includes the number of compartments, shelves, drawers, and any other custom features. You can budget $1,500–$3,000 for small wardrobes, $3,000–$6,000 for medium-sized wardrobes, and $6,000 to $10,000 for large wardrobes.

Customisation and Design

Compared to ordinary designs, customised wardrobes with features like sliding doors, built-in lighting, or elaborate detailing may be more expensive. You can consider sliding doors costing around $500 - $1,000; built-in lighting: $200 - $500+ and $300 to $800 for more complex designs.

Installation Requirements

Labour expenses are affected by variables such as site preparation, accessibility, and installation complexity. Installations that need extensive assembly, deconstruction, or structural changes could cost more. For example, $500 - $1,000+ for a standard installation, $1,000 - $2,000+ for complex installations, and $1,500 - $3,000+ for structural modifications.

Finish and Accessories

The type of finishing (laminate, veneer, paint, stains); along with the addition of accessories (drawer organizers, knobs, handles, etc.), determines how much a project will cost. You need a veneer finish, you can expect the price to be around $200 to $500+, and paint or stains will cost $100 to $300+. And if you need handles, knobs, and drawer organizers, you can budget for $50 to $200+ included in the material cost.

Location and Labor Rates

Geographical location affects labour rates and material availability; urban areas usually command higher prices than rural ones. Labour rates are greater in urban regions (like Sydney and Melbourne), ranging from 20% to 30% higher than in rural areas.

Timeline and Urgency

To meet the urgency, tasks with short deadlines or those that call for accelerated benefits may have to pay more for labour or rush fees. Rush Fees, you should expect 10% - 20% of the total project cost for projects with tight deadlines. You may consider carpenters for small repair work to build wardrobes urgently at lower costs.