About World Market Furniture Assembly
World Market (formerly Cost Plus World Market) offers an eclectic selection of globally sourced furniture that appeals to NYC residents looking for unique, characterful pieces at moderate prices. Their catalog includes Indian carved wood bookcases, Indonesian rattan chairs, acacia wood dining tables, and an ever-rotating selection of imported storage, desks, and shelving. The appeal is the variety and uniqueness — you will not find the same piece in every apartment on your block — but the assembly experience reflects the global sourcing. The biggest challenge with World Market furniture is the hardware. Because these pieces are manufactured in factories across Asia, India, and Eastern Europe, the hardware types, sizes, and standards can be unfamiliar. You might encounter metric bolts in one product and imperial in another. Some pieces use hardware systems that are common in their country of origin but unusual in the US, making replacement parts difficult to find locally. Instructions may be translated from multiple languages with varying degrees of success. The World Market solid wood pieces — particularly the acacia and mango wood collections — are heavier and more substantial than typical flat-pack furniture. This is genuinely good quality wood that will last for years, but it requires careful handling during assembly to avoid scratching the natural finishes. The carved and decorative pieces are especially vulnerable to chipping at ornamental details. Our assemblers treat World Market furniture with the same care we give to premium brands, recognizing that these unique pieces are chosen specifically for their character.
Common Issues
- Non-standard hardware from international manufacturers can be difficult to replace if lost or damaged
- Instructions may be poorly translated or reference hardware by unfamiliar names
- Solid acacia and mango wood are heavy and the natural finishes scratch easily
- Carved decorative elements chip if pieces bump together during assembly
- Pre-drilled holes in handcrafted furniture may not align perfectly due to artisanal manufacturing
- Metal hardware may use metric sizes that require specific tools not in a standard US toolkit
Our Process
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Schedule your assembly — tell us the World Market product name and any details about the style or origin
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Our assembler arrives with metric and imperial tools and a diverse backup hardware kit
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Components inspected for shipping damage, especially on carved or decorative elements
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Furniture assembled carefully with attention to natural finish protection and hardware compatibility
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All pieces leveled on your floor, joints tightened, and functional elements tested
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Packaging removed and your unique World Market piece ready to enjoy
When to Call a Professional
World Market furniture is assembled less frequently than major brand flat-pack, which means even experienced DIY assemblers may encounter unfamiliar hardware systems and confusing instructions. The combination of non-standard hardware, sometimes imprecise pre-drilled holes from artisanal manufacturing, and heavy solid wood panels creates an assembly experience that rewards professional adaptability. Our team carries both metric and imperial tools, a wide range of backup hardware, and the experience to figure out assembly steps when the instructions are unclear or incomplete. For heavy wood tabletops and bookcases, we bring two people to position the pieces safely.
Price Range
Exact pricing depends on scope, accessibility, and materials. Get a free, detailed estimate for your specific project.
Why Choose HandyMen NYC
- Metric and imperial tool sets for World Market internationally sourced hardware
- Careful handling of natural wood finishes and carved decorative details
- Adaptable approach for non-standard and unfamiliar assembly systems
- Comprehensive backup hardware kit covers unusual bolt sizes and connector types
- Two-person team available for heavy solid wood tables, bookcases, and cabinets
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.