Kids bookcase assembly in Exeter
Professional kids bookcase assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional kids bookcase assembly - children's bookshelves built sturdy and wall-anchored. Safe access to books at the right height, without tip-over risks.
Books Within Reach
Kids' bookcases encourage reading - books visible, accessible, at their height. But bookcases are also climbable, and children test everything. Wall anchoring isn't optional.
💡 Pro tip: Front-facing book displays work brilliantly for young children - they can see the covers and choose books themselves.
Why Professional Assembly Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Wall anchored | Tip-over risk |
| Level and square | Leans dangerously |
| Sturdy shelves | Sag under books |
| Safe access | Climbing hazard |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Build | Bookcase assembled sturdy |
| Level | Positioned correctly |
| Anchor | Secured to wall |
| Ready | Books can go straight on |
📦 You're Left With
- Sturdy bookcase
- Wall-anchored safety
- Level shelves
- Ready for books
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Kids bookcase assembly | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Includes wall anchoring.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ New bedroom - Setting up kids' room
✅ Front-facing display - Show book covers
✅ IKEA bookcases - KALLAX, BILLY, etc.
✅ Nursery setup - Part of larger project
Why Choose Us for Kids bookcase assembly in Exeter?
Wall anchored
Child-height access
Sturdy construction
Safe for kids
What to Expect
Step 1: Build
Bookcase assembled square and level.
Step 2: Position
Placed at the right height for your child.
Step 3: Anchor
Secured to wall to prevent tipping.
🔧 DIY Tips
Building yourself? Here's what matters:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Screwdriver
- Allen keys
- Drill
- Spirit level
- Stud finder
📐 Safe assembly
- Follow instructions exactly
- Keep frame square during build
- Check with spirit level
- Position at child height
- Anchor to wall (non-negotiable)
- Test stability before loading books
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Not anchoring (most common, most dangerous)
- Frame not square (shelves slope)
- Overloading top shelves
- Placing away from wall anchoring points
💡 Pro trick: Use the included anchor kit if provided, but check it's appropriate for your wall type. Plasterboard needs different fixings than brick.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📚 Anchor everything - bookcases tip when climbed. Even small children generate enough force to bring an unanchored bookcase down. Wall anchoring is essential, not optional.
Kids bookcase types:
- Standard bookcases
- Front-facing displays
- Cube storage (KALLAX)
- Corner bookcases
- Rotating book towers
Bedroom combo:
- Bookcase
- Bed
- Wardrobe
- Desk
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do kids' bookcases need anchoring?
Children climb bookcases. They use shelves as steps to reach higher. An unanchored bookcase can tip forward - with the child underneath. Wall anchoring prevents this completely.
What types of kids bookcases do you build?
All types - standard bookcases, front-facing display shelves, cube storage, rotating bookcases. Whatever you've bought, we'll assemble and anchor it.
Can you put heavier books on higher shelves?
We'll advise on book placement - heavier items lower down improves stability. But with proper anchoring, the placement matters less for safety.
What if it's going in a nursery?
Same service - we build it sturdy and anchor it securely. Nursery bookcases tend to be smaller, but safety principles are identical.
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