Professional shelf installation in a London living room — floating shelves mounted on a brick wall with books and decorative items

Shelves installation service

Professional shelf installation across London — floating shelves, bracketed shelves, built-in units, and heavy-duty wall storage. Our DBS-checked handymen handle everything from a single IKEA LACK shelf to a full wall of custom shelving, on any wall type including plasterboard, brick, concrete, and stud walls.

Shelf Types We Install

We fit all common shelf types found in London homes and offices:

  • Floating shelves — concealed bracket systems for a clean, modern look. We ensure they're level, secure, and rated for the weight you need.
  • Bracketed shelves — traditional bracket-and-shelf setups using L-brackets, decorative brackets, or industrial pipe brackets.
  • IKEA shelving systems — KALLAX, BILLY, EKET, LACK wall shelves, and BERGSHULT/GRANHULT combinations. We assemble and wall-mount in one visit.
  • Alcove shelving — custom-cut shelves fitted into alcoves either side of a chimney breast, a classic feature in Victorian and Edwardian London homes.
  • Garage and utility shelving — heavy-duty racking and storage shelves rated for tools, storage boxes, and bulk items.
  • Display and media shelves — shelving designed to hold books, vinyl collections, speakers, or decorative items with proper weight distribution.

Wall Types and Fixings

London properties have a wide mix of wall constructions. We carry the correct fixings for each type and always test before drilling:

  • Plasterboard / drywall — we use heavy-duty cavity fixings or locate timber studs with a detector to ensure shelves hold the required weight safely.
  • Solid brick — standard in older London homes. We drill and plug with appropriate masonry fixings.
  • Concrete — common in purpose-built flats. We use SDS drill bits and concrete-rated anchors.
  • Stud walls — we locate studs and fix directly into timber framing where possible, or use specialist plasterboard fixings where studs aren't aligned.

What's Included

  • All fixings and wall plugs — no need to buy anything in advance
  • Stud and pipe detection before drilling
  • Spirit-levelled installation on every shelf
  • Dust-free drilling using a vacuum attachment
  • Full clean-up after the job is completed
  • 12-month workmanship warranty on all installations

How It Works

  1. Send us the details — message via WhatsApp or call 07700 170 070 with a photo of the shelves and the wall where you'd like them fitted.
  2. Get a fixed-price quote — we'll confirm the cost upfront with no hidden extras.
  3. Book a time that suits you — we're available 7 days a week, including evenings.
  4. We install and clean up — the job is done when you're happy with the result.

Coverage

We install shelves across all London boroughs, from Zone 1 to Zone 6. Whether you're in a Hackney flat, a Wandsworth terrace, or a new-build in Canary Wharf, we'll come to you.

Why TaskMan

  • DBS-checked professionals — every handyman is vetted and background-checked
  • Fully insured — public liability insurance covers every job
  • 12-month warranty — if anything comes loose, we come back and fix it free of charge
  • Available 7 days a week — including bank holidays and evenings
  • All wall types — we carry fixings for plasterboard, brick, concrete, and stud walls

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does shelf installation take?

A single floating shelf typically takes 20–30 minutes. A set of 3–5 shelves usually takes around 1–2 hours depending on wall type and alignment requirements. Full alcove shelving can take half a day.

Can you hang shelves on plasterboard walls?

Yes. We use specialist cavity fixings rated for the weight you need, or we locate timber studs behind the plasterboard for a stronger fix. We always test the wall type before drilling.

Do I need to provide the shelves?

You provide the shelves — we provide all fixings, wall plugs, and tools. If you haven't purchased shelves yet, we're happy to advise on what works best for your wall type and intended use.

Do you install IKEA shelves?

Yes, we install all IKEA shelving products including KALLAX, BILLY, LACK wall shelves, and BERGSHULT systems. We can assemble flat-pack units and wall-mount them in the same visit.

What areas in London do you cover?

All London boroughs from Zone 1 to Zone 6. We also cover some areas just outside the M25 — get in touch and we'll confirm.

Can you install shelves on a chimney breast or in an alcove?

Absolutely. Alcove shelving is one of our most popular requests in London. We custom-cut shelves to fit and secure them with concealed supports for a built-in look.

Ready to get your shelves up? Get a fixed-price quote or message us on WhatsApp — we typically respond within minutes.