Assembling a desk

Desk Assembly Done Properly

A new desk should make your space feel organised, not leave you surrounded by boards, bolts, and confusing diagrams. We assemble desks for home offices, student rooms, and workplaces, taking care of every step from unpacking to final alignment. Whether it is a compact writing desk or a large corner workstation, we build it safely and neatly so you can start using it straight away.

Our approach is simple. We protect your floors, keep parts organised, follow the manufacturer instructions carefully, and confirm the desk is stable before we leave. If your desk includes shelves, cable trays, drawers, or a hutch top, we assemble and fit everything so it operates smoothly and looks right in the room.

What We Assemble and What Is Included

We work with most desk styles and common ready to assemble systems. If you are unsure whether your model is suitable, send the product name or photos of the box and parts and we will confirm before the visit. For broader help beyond desks, you can also book furniture assembly services when you need multiple items completed in one appointment.

Typical desk types we assemble

• Writing desks and study desks
• Corner desks and L shaped workstations
• Desks with drawers, filing units, and keyboard trays
• Standing desks and sit stand frames where manufacturer assembly is required
• Desks with upper shelving, hutches, or monitor risers
• Reception and workstation desks for offices

What the service covers

• Careful unpacking and checking components against the parts list
• Assembly using the correct fixings and proper tightening technique
• Leveling and stabilising on uneven floors where possible
• Drawer and door alignment, handle fitting, and smooth movement checks
• Cleanup of packing materials into a neat pile for easy disposal

If you have several pieces for the same room, we can schedule a single visit and handle office furniture assembly along with your desk, such as chairs, shelves, or cabinets, so the workspace comes together in one go.

How We Work in Your Home or Office

Desk assembly can look straightforward, yet many problems happen at the small details. Panels can be swapped, cam locks can be over tightened, and frames can end up twisted if bolts are tightened in the wrong order. We build with a method that reduces stress on materials like chipboard and laminate, and we take the time to square the frame before final tightening.

Our assembly process

1. Prepare the area with space to lay parts out safely and protect floors.
2. Sort hardware and identify left and right panels to prevent mix ups.
3. Build the base frame first, keeping fixings snug but not fully tight until the structure is aligned.
4. Add worktop, supports, drawers, and accessories in the recommended sequence.
5. Final tightening, leveling, and stability check, including wobble testing.

We also pay attention to practical details that affect day to day use. Drawer runners must be seated correctly, cable management parts must be positioned where you can reach them, and the worktop should sit flush without gaps. If something looks off, we correct it before it becomes a long term annoyance.

Optional Add Ons and Small Fixes

Sometimes a new desk arrives with minor issues, or an older desk needs reassembly after a move. If screws no longer bite, joints feel loose, or a frame has developed a wobble, we can often improve stability during the same visit. For more involved issues beyond assembly, you can arrange furniture repair services for damaged components, alignment problems, or worn fixings.

• Re tightening and reinforcement of loose joints
• Leveling solutions for uneven floors to reduce rocking
• Drawer alignment and runner reseating
• Hinge and handle adjustments on desk cabinets
• Disassembly and careful reassembly when relocating the desk

If you have wall fixing brackets included with your desk, we can advise on placement and safety, especially for tall desk hutches. Wall mounting itself may depend on wall type and the hardware supplied, so share photos in advance if this is needed.

What to Prepare Before We Arrive

A little preparation helps the appointment go smoothly. Please keep the boxes and parts together in the room where the desk will be built, and make sure there is enough clear floor space to lay out panels. If the desk is replacing an existing one, moving the old desk aside ahead of time can reduce disruption.

• Have the product instructions available if included in the box
• Confirm the final location of the desk and nearby power points
• Let us know about tight staircases, lifts, or limited parking
• Tell us if you need the desk positioned for cable routing or dual monitors

When the build is complete, we will walk you through the desk features, check drawers and doors together, and confirm the desk feels solid and level in its final position.