How to Plan a Wardrobe?

Planning a wardrobe should begin at home – obvious, isn’t it? Priorities your needs, mark your space and utilize all areas.

What’s the First Step in Planning Your Wardrobe?

Firstly, you’ll need to assess the space to find out the wardrobe size. This will also determine the wardrobe door design in terms of the number of doors and whether they will be sliding or hinged. For example, a two-door swing wardrobe will need a minimum wall length of 800 mm or 2 to 3 ft. But if you want two sliding doors, your room plan should be able to spare a minimum of 6 ft.

Are Sliding Wardrobes Good?

However, if the room is compact, it would be ideal to choose a sliding wardrobe design with mirror. This is because the swing doors need clearance space to open as they are hinged — 300 mm — making sliding-door wardrobe more space-efficient. Having a mirror on the wardrobe further helps make the room seem bigger than it is.

What Is the Ideal Wardrobe Size?

As for the depth of wardrobe, the standard 1.5 ft. is enough if you fold your clothes. But if you have coats and blazers or heavy dresses and saris to hang, then it is better to build 2 ft. deep frames.

What Is the Ideal Wardrobe Height?

Typically, the height of wardrobe varies between 7 and 8 ft. Anything lower than this can affect its ergonomic design and storage capacity.

How Do You Make a Functional Wardrobe?

Also, if you require more storage, then opt for lofts. This will add to the wardrobe dimensions and consequently cost a little extra. But try to avoid sliding wardrobe designs with loft, as the runners on top of such a wardrobe need special reinforcement to bear the additional top weight.

What Is the Best Material to Build a Wardrobe?

A wardrobe mainly consists of two parts — the carcass (the body frame) and the shutter. For the carcass, you have the options of MDF and plywood, whereas the shutters are made of MDF.