Custom Wardrobe Quotation Checklist: 12 Questions to Ask Before You Sign
Comparing customised wardrobe quotes in Singapore? Use this 12-point checklist to check pricing, height, board, hardware, inclusions, timeline and whether the price is fixed.
By The Wardrobe SG Team · Updated 16 October 2026
The short answer
Before you sign a customised wardrobe quote in Singapore, check five things: that it is priced per foot run for a full floor-to-ceiling build, that the board, finish and hinges are named, that measurement, delivery and installation are included, which items are optional extras, and whether the price is fixed after measurement. Two quotes are only comparable when they cover the same scope.
Key takeaways
- Confirm the price is per foot run and covers the full floor-to-ceiling height.
- Ask for the carcass board, door finish and hinge type in writing.
- Check that measurement, delivery and installation are in the price.
- List the optional extras (LED, glass, premium hardware) separately.
- Choose a quote that is fixed once you approve the design.
Wardrobe quotes in Singapore are laid out differently from company to company, so the cheapest headline price is not always the cheapest wardrobe. These 12 questions help you compare quotes like for like.
Questions about the price
- Is the price per foot run (width) or per square foot? Most built-in wardrobes are priced per foot run.
- Does the price cover the full floor-to-ceiling height, including the top compartment and plinth?
- Is there a minimum build size, and what does a small wardrobe cost?
- Is the price fixed once the design is approved, or can it change after measurement?
Questions about materials and hardware
- Which board is used for the carcass and shelves (plywood, MDF or particle board)?
- Which door finish is quoted (standard laminate, textured laminate, fluted, glass or mirror)?
- Are the hinges and drawer runners soft-close as standard?
- Which upgrades are available, such as premium European hinges, and what do they add?
Our guides to plywood vs MDF and wardrobe laminates explain what each option means.
Questions about what's included
- Is on-site measurement included?
- Is the internal layout (shelves, rails, drawers) included, and how many drawers?
- Are delivery and installation included, with no extra charge for high floors?
- How long from measurement to installation, and how long does installation take?
| Item | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Pricing basis | Per foot run, full height |
| Carcass | Named board, e.g. plywood |
| Hardware | Soft-close hinges and runners |
| Inclusions | Measurement, delivery, installation |
| Extras | LED, glass, premium hardware listed separately |
| Price | Fixed after design approval |
Disclaimer: This guide is general information only and is not professional, legal or regulatory advice. Rules and guidelines (HDB, BCA, URA, town councils, condo MCSTs) change and may apply differently to your home, so check current requirements with the relevant authority before starting works. Prices and timelines are indicative; your written quotation is final. Read the full disclaimer.
Frequently asked questions
- Why are wardrobe quotes so different in Singapore?
- Quotes differ in height, board, finish, hardware and what is included. Compare the same scope, not just the total.
- What does a fixed-price wardrobe quote mean?
- The price you approve after measurement and design is the price you pay, with no surprise add-ons at installation.
- Is a cheaper per-foot price always better value?
- Not always. Check that it covers the full height, names the board and hardware, and includes delivery and installation.
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