Built-in Wardrobe Quote Template
Free built-in wardrobe quote template for walk-in robes and reach-in wardrobes. Covers shelving, hanging rails, drawers, doors, and hardware.
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Or try it on the web →This built-in wardrobe quote template is for cabinet-makers pricing custom jobs, from simple reach-ins to full walk-in fit-outs. Most quotes go wrong in two areas: underestimating the cost of quality hardware like soft-close runners, and forgetting to price demolition and disposal of the old unit. Get these right and your margin is protected. This guide covers the key cost drivers and common mistakes to help you build a solid quote that wins work without costing you money.
How to Price Carcass, Doors, and Labour
Price your carcass material by the sheet. A 2400x1200mm sheet of 16mm white melamine from Laminex or Polytec will set you back about $50-$70 plus GST. Factor in a 15-20% waste allowance, more for complex cuts. Hardware is a major variable. A pair of standard drawer runners is cheap, but quality soft-close runners from Hafele can be $50 per drawer. Labour for a standard 2.4m two-door wardrobe is typically 8-12 hours for manufacture in the workshop and 4-6 hours for site installation. At $90/hour, that's over a grand in labour alone.
What Gets Left Off a Wardrobe Quote
Forgetting demolition and disposal is the biggest mistake. Removing an old wardrobe and a trip to the tip can easily cost $250. Quote it as a separate line item. Site prep is another. Does the wall behind the old unit need patching and painting? Clarify who is responsible. If the client wants internal lighting, you’ll need a licensed electrician. This is not your job; you just need to allow for their access and cost. While there's no specific installation standard, building to the principles in AS/NZS 4785 for cabinet components shows good workmanship.
Materials Included
- Melamine or plywood panels
- Shelving (fixed and adjustable)
- Hanging rails (chrome)
- Soft-close drawer runners
- Wardrobe doors (sliding or hinged)
- Handles and hardware
Quoting Steps
- 1Measure wardrobe opening and depth
- 2Design internal layout (hanging, shelves, drawers)
- 3Select board finish and door style
- 4Calculate panel and hardware quantities
- 5Quote manufacture and installation
- 6Include any electrical for lighting
Frequently Asked Questions
A safe range is 15-20% for material waste on a standard job. For designs with many small components or angled cuts, you might push this to 25%. Always quote based on buying full sheets from your supplier, as you can't buy half a sheet of 16mm melamine from Polytec or Laminex.
Generally, no. A cabinet-maker’s job is the wardrobe. Your quote should clearly state that making good any wall surfaces after removing the old unit is the client's responsibility or will be quoted separately. This avoids arguments later. The only exception is if you explicitly offer it as part of a complete renovation service.
Sliding doors are almost always more expensive due to the track system. A basic set of tracks and rollers for a 2.4m opening from a supplier like Lincoln Sentry can add $200-$400 to the material cost compared to using three or four standard cabinet hinges on a pair of hinged doors.
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