Furniture & room preparation · Practical guide
Wardrobe through a narrow stairwell: check the route before delivery
A wardrobe may fit inside the apartment yet fail to clear the lift or a stair turn. Check both the delivery route and the space needed to assemble it.
Measure the whole route
Ask the retailer for the largest package dimensions. Measure doorway width and height, lift depth and diagonal, landings and the tightest stair turns. Include handrails and any doors that cannot be removed without permission. If clearance is close, ask the carrier to confirm a safe delivery plan before booking.
Plan the assembly space
Compare the assembled frame with ceiling height and the clear space available for assembly. Check skirting boards, wall projections, sockets and the opening direction of hinged or sliding doors. For a tall unit, discuss the manufacturer’s anti-tip instructions and whether the wall surface is suitable.
Give each team the useful details
The carrier needs package sizes and the route into the room; the assembler needs the model, instructions, parts and final position. Clear measurements and photos of the stairs, lift and room are more useful than one picture of the wardrobe. Do not force or twist large panels through a tight turn.
When to pause
If packaging is damaged, a panel does not clear the route or the wall fixing is uncertain, stop and agree on the next step before lifting or drilling. A short check can prevent damage and a repeat visit.
For measuring clearances and arranging the move before delivery, see LikeMoving’s wardrobe-transport guide.
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Include the wardrobe model, room dimensions, lift details and installation area.