Bathroom cabinet assembly in Exeter
Professional bathroom cabinet assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£160
Typical Duration
1-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional bathroom cabinet assembly - wall-mounted, freestanding, or vanity units fitted properly and securely, even on tiled walls.
Bathroom Storage Done Right
Got a bathroom cabinet to fit? These need more care than regular flatpack - high humidity, tiled walls, and pipes to work around all add complexity.
💡 The key to lasting bathroom furniture? Proper wall fixings. A cabinet full of toiletries is heavier than you'd think. I've fixed plenty that pulled off walls because someone used the wrong fixings.
Why Proper Fitting Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Drilled without cracking tiles | Tiles cracked, holes everywhere |
| Secure fixings for wall type | Pulls away under weight |
| Sealed edges against water | Water damage behind unit |
| Level and square | Doors don't close properly |
Bathrooms are unforgiving - moisture gets into every gap, and cheap fixings fail over time. I do it right the first time.
What You Get
🔧 Full Installation
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assess | Check wall type, locate pipes/cables |
| Assemble | Unit built square and tight |
| Mount | Level fixing with correct wall anchors |
| Adjust | Doors and drawers set perfectly |
| Seal | Edges sealed where units meet walls |
📦 Wall Fixing Options
- Solid wall: standard plugs and screws
- Stud walls: timber screws into studs
- Plasterboard: heavy-duty spring toggles
- Tiled: careful drilling, appropriate fixings behind
Pricing Guide
| Cabinet Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Simple mirror cabinet | 1 hr | £60 |
| Wall unit with shelves | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Vanity unit with drawers | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For...
✅ Mirror cabinets - Level mounting, no cracked tiles
✅ Vanity units - Worked around existing plumbing
✅ Tall storage - Secure wall fixing essential
✅ Over-toilet units - Tricky access sorted
Why Choose Us for Bathroom cabinet assembly in Exeter?
Wall-mounted units fitted level and secure
Proper fixings for tiles and plasterboard
Doors and drawers adjusted perfectly
Sealed edges to prevent water damage
What to Expect
Step 1: Assess Walls & Position
Check wall type (solid, stud, plasterboard), locate any pipes or cables, agree exact position.
Step 2: Assemble & Mount
Unit assembled square and tight, then mounted level with correct fixings for your wall type.
Step 3: Adjust & Seal
Doors and drawers adjusted to close smoothly, edges sealed to prevent water getting behind.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fancy fitting it yourself? Here's how to avoid disasters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Cordless drill with tile bit
- Spirit level
- Stud finder (useful but not essential)
- Rawl plugs appropriate for wall type
- Silicone sealant
📐 Drilling tiled walls
- Mark position with masking tape (helps drill grip)
- Start with tile bit on slow speed
- No hammer action until through tile
- Switch to masonry bit once through
- Don't force it - let the drill do the work
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Using hammer drill on tiles (cracks them)
- Wrong fixings for wall type (pulls out)
- Not sealing edges (water damage)
- Mounting off-level (doors won't close)
💡 Pro trick: Tap the wall where you're mounting - hollow sound means plasterboard or stud wall, solid thud means brick or block. This tells you what fixings you need. If in doubt, over-engineer it - bathroom cabinets get heavier as you fill them.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🚿 Know your walls - it helps to know what's behind your tiles before I arrive. Solid brick, stud wall, or dot-and-dab plasterboard all need different fixings.
Vanity units:
- I work around existing plumbing
- Plumbing connections need a qualified plumber
- Can recommend someone local if needed
Old cabinets:
- Removal is extra but happy to help
- May need to fill old fixing holes
- Can touch up with filler if walls are damaged
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you mount cabinets on tiled walls?
Yes, I regularly mount on tiled walls. I use proper tile bits and techniques to drill without cracking tiles, and locate studs or use heavy-duty plasterboard fixings depending on what's behind.
Do you connect up sink plumbing?
I can assemble and position vanity units, but plumbing connections need a qualified plumber. I can recommend someone local if needed. I'll work around existing pipes without problems.
What if my bathroom walls aren't straight?
Older properties often have uneven walls. I use packer shims and adjustments to get cabinets level and sitting flush, even if walls aren't perfect. It's all about making it work with what you've got.
How long does a bathroom cabinet take?
Simple mirrored cabinet is about an hour including mounting. Larger vanity unit with drawers could be 2-3 hours depending on complexity. I'll estimate when we discuss your specific cabinet.
What fixings do you use for tiled walls?
Depends what's behind the tiles - I'll tap to check if it's solid wall, stud, or dot-and-dab plasterboard. Then I use appropriate fixings: plugs and screws for solid, timber screws for studs, or heavy-duty plasterboard fixings. I always use the right ones for your situation.
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