About Restoration Hardware Furniture Assembly
Restoration Hardware — now branded simply as RH — represents the luxury end of home furniture, with pieces that are oversized, extraordinarily heavy, and finished to exacting standards. Their Cloud sofa, Parsons dining table, French Contemporary bed, and Industrial shelving system are statement pieces that transform NYC apartments and townhouses. The price tags match the ambition — individual items routinely cost thousands of dollars — and the assembly must be handled with proportional care. RH furniture presents unique challenges in New York City. Many pieces are designed for large spaces and push the limits of what fits through NYC doorways and elevators. An RH dining table top can weigh over 200 pounds. Their iron and glass shelving systems require extensive wall anchoring into materials that can hold the combined weight of the unit plus loaded shelves. The oversized upholstered pieces — the Cloud sofa, Maxwell sectional, and Belgian shelter beds — arrive in enormous boxes that need advance planning for building access and apartment navigation. RH offers white-glove delivery in NYC, but their delivery teams focus on getting the furniture inside, not always on detailed assembly and wall anchoring. If your RH delivery was placed but not fully assembled, or if you need wall-mounted systems installed, our team picks up where their delivery left off. We treat every RH piece with the understanding that this is luxury furniture — floor protection, surface protection, precise hardware work, and meticulous cleanup are all standard.
Common Issues
- Extreme weight — dining tables, bed frames, and shelving components often exceed 150 pounds per piece
- Oversized dimensions may not fit through standard NYC doorways without careful maneuvering
- Industrial shelving systems require heavy-duty wall anchoring rated for hundreds of pounds
- Premium finishes — hand-rubbed wood, antiqued metal, polished chrome — show every mark and scratch
- Iron and glass components require careful handling to prevent chips, cracks, and finish damage
Our Process
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Schedule your assembly — tell us the RH product names, dimensions, and your building access details
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Our two-person (or three-person for oversized items) team arrives with heavy-duty tools and premium floor protection
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Components inspected for transit damage and documented before assembly begins
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Furniture assembled with meticulous care for finish protection and precise connection torquing
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Wall-mounted systems anchored with industrial-grade hardware rated for the load
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Complete cleanup — packaging removed, surfaces wiped, your space left gallery-ready
When to Call a Professional
RH furniture is not a DIY assembly project. The weight alone makes it dangerous to handle without experienced help and proper equipment — a 200-pound table top or an iron shelving frame can cause serious injury and property damage if it gets away from you. Beyond safety, the financial stakes are too high for amateur assembly. A scratch on an RH hand-rubbed walnut table or a stripped bolt on an heirloom-quality bed frame is a costly mistake. Our team brings the right number of people, the right tools, and the right technique for luxury RH materials. We also carry heavy-duty wall anchoring hardware because RH iron shelving and wall-mounted systems need serious support.
Price Range
Exact pricing depends on scope, accessibility, and materials. Get a free, detailed estimate for your specific project.
Why Choose HandyMen NYC
- Multi-person teams equipped for the extreme weight of RH furniture
- Premium surface protection throughout assembly — no scratches on luxury finishes
- Industrial-grade wall anchoring for iron shelving and heavy wall-mounted systems
- We document any transit damage before assembly to protect your RH warranty
- Experience with the full RH catalog including seasonal, outdoor, and teen/baby collections
Customer Reviews
"Moved into a new apartment with 11 boxes of IKEA furniture — PAX wardrobe, MALM bed, two KALLAX units, dresser, and a desk. Their assembler knocked it all out in one day. Everything is solid and perfectly level. Worth every dollar versus the weekend I would have wasted."
"Ordered a Wayfair bedroom set and the instructions were completely useless — half in broken English, missing diagrams. Called HandyMen and they sent someone same-day who had assembled the exact same brand before. Bed frame, two nightstands, and a dresser done in under three hours."
"Had a West Elm sectional delivered to my 4th floor walk-up. The delivery guys left the boxes in the hallway. HandyMen came the next morning, carried the pieces up, assembled everything, and even helped me figure out the best configuration for my living room. Amazing service."
Frequently Asked Questions
We serve all five NYC boroughs — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Our technicians are dispatched from multiple locations across the city so we can reach you quickly no matter where you are.
Yes. HandyMen NYC holds all required New York City and State licenses for plumbing, electrical, and general contracting. We carry full general liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage on every job.
You can request a free estimate by calling us, filling out the form on our website, or sending us a text with photos of the job. For straightforward repairs we can often quote over the phone. Larger projects typically require a brief on-site visit.
We offer service seven days a week, including most holidays. Weekend and holiday appointments are subject to availability, and emergency services are available 24/7/365 with no extra scheduling fees.
For routine work, we recommend booking 3-5 business days ahead, though we often have same-week availability. Emergency services are dispatched immediately. Larger renovation projects should be scheduled 2-4 weeks out.
Every job comes with a minimum one-year workmanship warranty. Specific warranties vary by service — for example, bathroom and kitchen renovations carry a two-year warranty. Manufacturer warranties on parts and materials apply separately.