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Recent Custom Shelving reviews in Melbourne

Marko was very polite and did an excellent job. I appreciated his attention to detail and making sure the shelf he built for me was safe and secure. Quality work!

Build Shelf in Laundry Area

$150

Craig did an excellent job, knowing that it wasn’t straightforward: we are glad about how he managed to repair our previous cabinet maker mistakes! Excellent communication, very helpful, and friendly… If every contractor was as professional and serious as Craig, life would be so easy! Thanks!

Custom shelves, cut onsite reusing existing panels

$1,000

Sabi was very easy to work with!

Build shelves & stools, & move lockers between levels in the building

$400

Raj is the best. Friendly, communicative, fast and the work was perfect. I couldn’t be happier and I’ll definitely get Raj to do more work for me.

Build shelves

$1,000

Ilirian’s communication was great- good job in a tricky spot- thank you 😊

Build shelves in our cupboards

$100

Jack was a great help to us. Friendly and efficient, and communicated well. He went above and beyond to remove any waste created from the job and adjusted anything we wanted a second look on before closing out his works. Would hire again in a heartbeat!

Build Shelving Units

$200

What's the average cost of a custom shelving contractor in Melbourne

$170 - $750

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$170

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$350

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$750

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What do custom shelving services include?

Furnishing a home or commercial space isn’t always as easy as hitting the checkout button on an online shop. Some rooms aren’t perfectly squared, and not all store-bought racks meet your needs. These instances call for custom-made pieces that are designed for your circumstances. It’s a good thing that you can now connect with professionals offering bespoke shelving near you on Airtasker. Here are some common areas that might need custom shelves:

Bedroom shelves

A bedroom is the centre of a home. It’s where you can rest, relax, and recuperate from the daily hustle and bustle. The bedroom is also where we keep most of our personal items and valuables, such as clothes, mementoes, and jewellery. Having too much clutter can make you feel outright irritated or uncomfortable. After all, clean space can be a haven for a clear mind. Airtasker can match you with designers specialising in bedroom layouts and labourers who can build closets and vanity tables for you. This way, you can maximise your room for both storage and sleep.

Kitchen and bath shelves

The kitchen and bath are also essential areas in every living space. Whether you are looking for someone to repair a dilapidated kitchen cupboard or you need efficient shelving for a rental property, you are in the right place. You can do away with the long hours of searching when you hire someone via Airtasker. You only need to put up a task and let the Taskers in your area send you offers. 

You’ll be surprised at how much custom shelving can change your quality of living. Hide big ovens, store bags of groceries, and organise your cleaning supplies without worrying about how much space they will take. Your Tasker will figure it out for you!

Shopfront shelves

Displaying your products in the best angle and light is so crucial for every shop. If you don’t hang shelves the right way, it will be difficult for your customers to find out what’s available and buy. No one would want to rummage over piles and piles of unorganised items. Plus, placing one thing over another without support can lead to damaging your goods. That’s a significant loss for your business right there. Airtasker can help you connect with designers with experience in visual merchandising or even furniture companies that can build branded racks for all of your stores.

Office shelves

Shelves are needed in every workspace. There are often files, equipment, and inventory that needs to be catalogued. Every wasted square foot in your office is misused capital. Let Taskers build and assemble your shelves in an orderly pattern. This is not only efficient usage of the floor area. It can also lead to faster and more organised work for you and your staff. Custom shelving is an excellent business investment because you can be sure of the quality.

Recent Custom Shelving tasks in Melbourne

Build shelves

$400

Alphington VIC, Australia

12th Mar 2026

I have a European laundry and need a bench shelf built over the washing machine and then would love the put 2-3 more shelf’s into the space above the washing machine.

Build custom shelf to existing cupboard

$300

Richmond VIC, Australia

11th Mar 2026

Supply and build/attach custom shelves to existing cupboard I’ve outlined where I want the 3 extra shelves Color matching of shelf not necessary/optional

Super happy with the result!! Thank you

Build custom shelving in wardrobe

$250

Moonee Ponds VIC, Australia

28th Feb 2026

Build and install custom shelving inside wardrobe Description: Looking for an experienced handyman or cabinet maker to build and install sturdy shelving inside my wardrobe. Details: • Add custom shelves to fit existing wardrobe space • Measure, cut, and install shelving securely

Build shelves

$100

Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia

28th Feb 2026

Need to build shelves 75mm Width 50mm Depth 2300cm Height

Build shelf to support clothes dryer

$350

Elwood VIC, Australia

15th Feb 2026

We have a washer/dryer set designed to be stackable, however due to pipework and the location of the electrical outlet, stacking directly isn’t possible. We need someone to build a very sturdy shelf/platform to safely support the dryer above the washing machine. Requirements: • Must be load-bearing and stable • Properly secured (not a basic floating shelf) • Must account for vibration from dryer • Open to practical, clean-looking solution • Experience with similar handyman/carpentry work preferred

Craig did a fantastic job, the finishing looks professional and almost like it’s always been there. Great attention to detail and very efficient.

Custom shelving with LED lighting

$2,000

St Kilda, Victoria

7th Feb 2026

Custom Built-In Walnut Shelving with LED Lighting Looking for a skilled cabinet maker / joiner to design and build a custom built-in shelving unit similar to the attached reference image. Overall concept • Floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving • Warm walnut finish (does not need to be real walnut veneer, but must look high quality and match existing walnut tones in the house as closely as possible) • Integrated LED lighting for a soft, premium look (using Philips Hue LED strips) Dimensions • Ceiling height: 3.36m • Width required: 1.30–1.35m • Full wall width is 145cm, but must allow clearance for a sheer curtain being installed • Depth: • Actual wall depth: 26cm • Skirting board protrudes ~3cm at the bottom • Target shelf depth around 23cm • That extra 3cm can potentially be used to recess/hide LED lighting behind the shelves Design & construction • Vertical side panels with multiple horizontal shelves (open shelving) • Clean, modern, minimal look (similar proportions to reference) • Shelves strong enough for decor objects/books • LED strips discreetly integrated (behind shelves or verticals), compatible with Philips Hue • Power and LED channels neatly concealed Materials & finish • Open to material suggestions (e.g. walnut-look veneer, laminate, or engineered board) • Priority is appearance and finish, not necessarily solid timber • Looking for a good balance between cost and quality - not cheap, but not over-engineered Scope • Measure, build, supply materials, and install • Happy to discuss shelf spacing and final detailing with the right person • Please include examples/photos of similar cabinetry or shelving you’ve done If you have ideas to improve the design or make it more cost-effective without compromising the look, I’m very open to suggestions.

Carpenter to build shelves in pantry

$750

Elwood VIC, Australia

14th Jan 2026

Need a carpenter to build a storage solution in a pantry for the space underneath the stairs.

Build shelves from wood … you’ll need to be good with timber + angles

$250

Pascoe Vale South VIC, Australia

29th Oct 2025

I’m looking for two custom made shelves exactly the same in the shape of coffins 2000mm tall by 700 wide 20 cm depth They can be raw timber but have to be sanded. Price includes timber and labour

Unfortunately the job requirement was for from what was received. The builder charged for matierals despite accepting the job which said they must use their own. The job was subpar and was not able to be used for the required product. Built items were destroyed and everyone involved was very disappointed. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PERSON

Build Shelves

$100

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

9th Oct 2025

Looking for someone to put together 2 x shelving units. Video below has picture of prouct and is the instructions. Ideally - before 4pm today or on Monday. https://youtu.be/7TnhjLLqpkE

On time, worked to finish the job.

Build shelves in my closet

$300

Armadale VIC, Australia

9th Sep 2025

My closet is currently all hanging space. I would like shelves to be built in half of the closet (likely 5 or 6 shelves) with a height appropriate for small items (towels, sheets) and shoes. Measurements included in photos. Shelves appearance should mirror the current closet materials.

Amazing work. Very professional and so fast!

Build shelves to cover-up the inside of this chimney opening

$150

Northcote VIC, Australia

17th Aug 2025

I have a chimney opening in my kitchen that I was closed. Ideally instead of just closing it off, I would prefer to make it visually nice and make use of it with potential shelves. Looking for ideas and someone that can do this themselves

Build Shelving for Store - Armadale

$200

Armadale VIC, Australia

20th Jul 2025

Build x 5 shelving units for a storage room @ store in Armadale. Minimal tools needed. https://www.templeandwebster.com.au/Herman-Garage-Shelving-Units-DWHO2722.html?refid=TEM_WF_262&mmid=133068401&csnid=8CD25136-0859-48F9-8B72-42CE3C823ED9&cltr=&utm_source=Temple-Webster&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=OrderConfirmed&utm_content=pdp&utm_term=pdp

Custom Shelving Unit Built

$1,350

Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia

3rd Jul 2025

I’m looking for a built-in shelving unit against a brick wall. Something simple in two parts to straddle a Wood Heater and Flue. Width of wall panel is 4m, LHS unit is 2.5m wide, RHS is 1m wide. Height is 3m, depth 45 or 50cm. I will paint it to match the wall.

Build shelfs

$100

Prahran VIC, Australia

24th Jun 2025

I need this built "Sharptoo 3 x 1.5m Height Garage Shelving Steel Warehouse Shelf Rack with Adjustable Shelves Black"

Posted the job Tuesday night, Kash completed it by 9:30am the next day, and did an incredible job, Highly recommend!

Install custom shelving in a small office storeroom

$50

Moonee Ponds, Victoria

17th May 2025

Install custom shelving units in a small office store room, total width approx 3m, would like approx 2.4m high. Prefer white melmine board with adjustable shelf pins, but would also consider metal shelves

Help me build two custom shelves

$1,000

South Melbourne VIC, Australia

13th Apr 2025

I would like to build a couple shelves on either side of the Kallax unit in picture below. Both of them will have a stereo speaker at the bottom. The one on the right hand side will be at the same height as the unit, the one on the left would be about the same height as the Billy bookcase on the left. A cut with a router saw will be needed to accommodate skirting board behind. Accommodation for wires at the back (for amplifier, turntable, etc) will be needed. Would aim to use similarly coloured timber as units in pictures.

Build shelf

$25

Abbotsford VIC, Australia

9th Apr 2025

I need help building this shelf please. Tools needed - hammer and screw driver not the machine style as instructions says not to

Was very helpful and accomodating

Custom shelving unit for a hair salon

$800

Windsor VIC, Australia

15th Mar 2025

I am looking for someone to build shelve unit in between the 2 basins to store the shampoos and create storage. This current white cabinet will be removed and replaced with this. The red fridge will be moved so I need this shelve design to go across the whole back wall. If you can build some storage or some sort to the right hand side even better. This material I want to be in stainless steel or some material that looks better then this current cabinet.

Build shelving unit/pop shop structure and desk

$1,000

Southbank VIC 3006, Australia

12th Mar 2025

I need two builders/handy taskers who can support with building a pop shop unit that will be needed for an activation. We will need this to be complete by EOD on Thursday. It typically takes us (3 women with no building experience) 3 hours to assemble the unit and desk. Here are the instructions: https://indd.adobe.com/view/7f69e6a0-2003-4cc3-ab9c-3d896b002dd9

Build shelves

$80

South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

20th Feb 2025

Put together some clip in shelving / warehouse style shelves