For custom furniture, the material specification often matters more than the maker’s labour charge. Ask what board, timber, foam, fabric, hardware and finishing are included.
Two pieces of furniture can look almost identical in a photograph and still have very different prices. Board thickness, timber, foam density, hardware, fabric and finishing all matter.
There is no single official Nigerian price list for this service. The figures below are planning ranges compiled from 2026 Nigerian market and labour-cost references. They are not Worker.NG prices, and a real quote can be higher or lower after the job is inspected.
At a glance: what you might pay
| Job or service | 2026 planning range | What can change it |
|---|---|---|
| Simple small table / shelf | ₦30,000–₦150,000+ | Material and dimensions matter |
| TV console / media unit | ₦100,000–₦350,000+ | Board type and finish drive price |
| Wardrobe | ₦150,000–₦600,000+ | Size, internals and fittings matter |
| Sofa set | ₦180,000–₦800,000+ | Frame, foam and fabric vary widely |
| Large fitted furniture | Quote required | Measure the space before ordering |
Ask for a simple specification
A good furniture quote should identify dimensions, main material, foam or filling, fabric or finish, hardware and delivery.
A cheaper sofa may use cheaper foam or frame materials
Two sofas of the same size can have very different durability. Price comparison is only useful after the specification is comparable.
Do not pay for a design you have not agreed
For custom pieces, confirm the design, dimensions and finish before production starts. Changes after production can become expensive.
Ask for the specification, not just the price
A price becomes useful when you know what is being supplied. Ask for measurements, materials, quantities, finish and labour. A cheaper number can stop being cheaper once missing items are added.
How location affects the price
Prices can differ between Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Ibadan, Kano and smaller cities. Even within one city, travel distance, neighbourhood, access and the type of property can affect what a professional charges. Treat city-level ranges as a guide, not a tariff.
Before you agree to the job
- Ask exactly what the quote covers.
- Separate labour from materials where practical.
- Confirm the measurements, quantities or number of service points.
- Ask about additional charges before work begins.
- For non-emergency work, compare at least two like-for-like quotes.
- Agree on what happens if the scope changes after work starts.
Need a furniture maker?
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Browse furniture makers on Worker.NG
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a furniture maker charge in Nigeria?
There is no single rate. Use the ranges in this guide as a starting point, then ask for a quote based on the exact job, location, materials and scope.
Why are furniture maker quotes so different?
Quotes may cover different things. Compare labour, materials, transport, preparation, equipment and the actual work included before deciding that one professional is expensive.
Should I choose the cheapest quote?
Not automatically. A useful quote is clear about the work and the items included. For non-emergency jobs, compare like-for-like quotes and ask questions before agreeing.
How these 2026 figures should be used
Prices change with location, material costs, workload and job complexity. Use this guide to sanity-check a quotation and prepare a budget, not as a promise of what any individual artisan will charge.
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