What photos and measurements help a Sydney wardrobe quote?
For a built-in wardrobe quote, take a wide photo of the wall, a photo showing the space in front of it and close-ups of anything the new wardrobe must fit around. Add a rough sketch with width, height and depth, then say whether you want a new wardrobe, a full replacement or an internal refit.
A rough brief helps you discuss layout and scope before the site measure. Leave final dimensions, clearances and fixing conditions to the person measuring for installation.
Take three kinds of photos
Take the photos in good light. A few clear views are easier to work with than a series of close-ups with no room context.
- Whole wall or opening. Stand back far enough to show both edges, the floor and the ceiling. If there's an existing wardrobe, take one photo with the doors shut and one with them open.
- Space in front. Photograph across the room so the bed, bedroom door or nearby furniture is visible. This shows what might limit door swing, drawer access or the space to stand.
- Obstructions. Show skirting, cornices, sockets, switches, vents, sloping ceilings or bulkheads near the proposed cabinet. Mark the location of each detail on your sketch.
Draw the opening and mark the usable depth
Label the approximate width of the opening, the height from floor to ceiling and the depth available before the wardrobe interferes with the room. Use one unit throughout and label it on the sketch.
If the opening narrows, slopes or has a step, mark where it changes. If the bed will stay, note the distance from the wardrobe wall to the nearest edge of the bed and whether the room door swings into that space. These notes help guide the layout discussion at the measure.
Say what you want to keep, remove and store
Write a short scope beside the sketch so the installer can see which parts of the job you want priced.
- For an empty recess, note what should go inside it and whether you have a door preference.
- For a full replacement, list the doors, tracks, shelves and other parts you expect to come out. Ask who handles removal, disposal and any making good.
- For an internal refit, identify the doors or frame you want to retain. Photograph the opening with the doors in use so drawer access can be checked.
- List two or three storage priorities, such as long hanging, drawers within easy reach or a shelf for luggage. Note stairs, lift access or delivery restrictions if they could affect the installation.
Example brief for a replacement wardrobe
Replace the wardrobe in the main bedroom. The existing doors and shelves can come out. The bed stays where it is. We need long hanging and drawers that open clear of the bed. The power point at the right side needs to remain accessible. Please confirm whether removal and disposal are included. Photos and a rough sketch are available for the measure.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need exact measurements before asking for a quote?
- Approximate width, height and usable depth are enough to start a discussion. Mark any awkward corners or obstructions and have the installer confirm final dimensions on site.
- What should I photograph if I want to keep the wardrobe doors?
- Show the doors open and closed, the track or hinges and the opening available when the doors are in use. Include a view of the interior so the installer can assess where drawers or pull-outs might fit.