Advantages
The retail outlets offer a huge range of products for every taste. The buyer can purchase a corner option, a wardrobe, give preference to cabinet furniture, or opt for a built-in model. A large wall-sized system will be an excellent solution for storing various things.
The main advantages of a large cabinet:
- capacity;
- a unique element of room decor;
- versatility.
With the right solution, a bulky item will become the highlight of the interior. It will fit perfectly into the room and become an indispensable element of the decor.
Inside the structure, it is easy to sort things according to any criterion; for this purpose, it has shelves and drawers. A product with mirrored doors will decorate any room, fill it with light and visually expand the boundaries of space.
Types of full-wall cabinet designs
There are two main types of furniture construction: cabinet and built-in.
Case models
Cabinets are a type of cabinets in the traditional sense. They are not built into a niche, but placed along the wall. Cabinet furniture has its own frame into which all functional elements are installed. Such structures are mobile. The modules can be swapped or the complex can be installed in another place in the room.
The base can be wooden, made of chipboard or MDF, and chipboard is used to make the internal filling.
Walls or slides are installed as a full-wall cabinet set in the hall.
A thoughtful layout of the wall and slide will allow you to store not only shoes, clothes and linen, but also books, souvenirs, dishes, and also place a TV, video, and audio equipment. The wall can always be equipped in such a way that it fully meets the functional needs of the owners.
The main elements of such a headset are lower, upper, wardrobe, horizontal and vertical modules.
Modular cabinets usually consist of a chest of drawers, large sections, a niche for a TV, a sideboard, as well as drawers and shelves of various sizes and purposes.
Built-in wardrobes
Today, built-in structures are often chosen; they are considered more practical. The only disadvantage of the built-in complex is the inability to move it or move it to another location. Built-in furniture does not have its own frame and is formed from the surfaces on which the complex is built.
Built-in design is an efficient use of space and a functional storage solution. Built-in wardrobes up to the ceiling in the living room are best installed in rooms with low or normal ceiling heights; this will be an excellent interior solution and will visually make the room taller. But in rooms with high ceilings it looks bulky and it is recommended to install a cabinet wall in them.
In this case, a TV installed in an open space will look original, especially if there is backlighting and a mirror finish.
A large closet is complemented with other furniture elements: a shelving unit, a shelf for TV and equipment, and a pencil case.
Particular attention should be paid to the wall-sized built-in wardrobe in the living room. It can be equipped with a wardrobe, drawers and shelves for storing clothes, linen, accessories and shoes. Moreover, all modules do not necessarily have to be closed. You can arrange some of the elements in the form of open shelves and whatnots, where books, festive dishes, and decorative items will be harmoniously placed.
A sliding wardrobe will help not only to save useful space, but also to visually enlarge the room with the help of large mirrors.
The shelving racks, which are secured to the ceiling with load-bearing slats, look interesting. They are not suitable for storing outerwear, but everyday clothes, shoes and linen can be placed in closed compartments, and books and decor can be placed on open shelves. In the central part of such a complex you can organize a niche for a TV.
Varieties
Manufacturers are constantly releasing new modern models to the market that will help maintain order in your home. The designs come in different sizes, differ in the type of door opening and capacity. All these features should be taken into account when choosing furniture.
Cabinet models are produced that are ideal for small rooms and large spaces. They are quickly assembled and cost less than built-in options. They can be easily moved to another location if the need arises.
Built-in models fit into classic designs and are also suitable for modern interiors. The consumer can buy a large cabinet, specifying the number and sizes of shelves and drawers. The order is made to individual sizes, so the system fits perfectly into the room.
Advantages and disadvantages of a wardrobe for a modern home
A modern wardrobe can solve several problems at the same time. It can act either as an element of a set or as an independent piece of furniture, blend in color with the overall scheme of the room or become its accent, decorate the interior or go unnoticed, but at the same time regularly play the role of a spacious and practical storage system.
So, the advantages of a sliding wardrobe include the following:
- the most rational use of the available space in the room to create an effective storage system. If we talk about the built-in option, then it is the most efficient way to use every square centimeter of space;
- sliding cabinet doors allow you to install it in any accessible place in the room, and this is an undeniable advantage for small rooms, such as a hallway, for example;
- for a bedroom, there is no need to purchase a bulky set and rack your brains over its placement in a medium-small room; in a closet you can fold and hang not only your entire wardrobe, but also place shoes, accessories, bed linen and other things;
- Proper filling of a wardrobe allows you to create not only simple storage, but an effective system for arranging all wardrobe items, allowing you to find the right item as quickly as possible and store it in the most favorable conditions (clothes, shoes and accessories do not wrinkle or become deformed);
- with the help of a built-in wardrobe, you can visually change the parameters of the room - “stretch” it in height, width or length;
- the original design of a wardrobe can become a key element of the interior, decorate it, and raise the level of exclusivity;
- With the help of a wardrobe, you can zone rooms, using it as an interior partition. For example, you can separate a workplace or bathroom in the bedroom, or use a closet for zoning in a spacious studio room with a large set of functional segments.
The wardrobe has few disadvantages and some of them can be completely eliminated if you put more effort and time into finding the best option:
- If you move or change the layout of the room, the built-in wardrobe will have to be left in its place. The chances that the parameters for adding furniture in a new apartment will be exactly the same are very small;
- most models created to individual sizes exceed the cost of similar ready-made solutions in furniture stores;
- There are stylistic trends in the design of living spaces, into which it will not be easy to fit a wardrobe organically. You will have to spend more time and money to make a wardrobe with sliding doors look harmonious in a classic, baroque, shabby chic or Provence style.
Accommodation
A properly selected piece of furniture will help to achieve harmony in space. The wardrobe is built into a niche, which helps to rationally use the available space. Placing the system along one vertical plane allows you to achieve the illusion of a solid wall. The design becomes almost invisible.
Consumers often order a ceiling-height model. You can choose an option to match the walls, which will help it adapt to the surrounding environment. This is a great solution for a small room.
For apartments and houses, choose a corner cabinet. It can match the overall color scheme of the interior or stand out against its background. With its help, they save useful space. Mirror doors become a decoration for the living room or bedroom.Manufacturers also offer models with glossy surfaces that reflect light. Stains and stains on them are not as noticeable as on mirrored doors.
Selecting a wardrobe
If you are the owner of a fairly large house and your plans for the near future include buying a large wardrobe, then when purchasing it, pay attention to the following tips from famous designers.
Prefer a large wardrobe size. Every year the number of family members increases - the birth of a child, relatives moving, and the space for things becomes less and less. You will thank yourself in the future.
Multifunctional walls and floors - in the case of a large built-in wardrobe, a wall cabinet, act as fastening components. Don’t forget that the walls and floor must be level, otherwise the cabinet will stand tilted and fall over time.
Also, exclude finishing with plasterboard and similar materials - the walls will crack under the weight of the attached load.
Method of opening cabinet doors. A closet located in the hallway, bedroom or living room must be equipped with doors with a frame. This type of door moves along a groove, sometimes the roller slips out and falls out. Therefore, this door mechanism is not considered reliable or of high quality.
If you decide to buy a large wardrobe, then give preference to a stronger system - a monorail. Even though such a design will cost more, as they say: “The miser pays twice.” If you buy a cheap option, you risk constantly spending money on its repair.
Aluminum profiles. Such profiles are more reliable than others and more expensive, do not make any sounds, and do not deform. You shouldn’t skimp on material; it’s better to spend once and get first-class products.
Width of the moving part. The door should not exceed 1 m in width. If it is wider, the movement will be worse and slower. Due to frequent use, the sliding door will become loose and lose its properties.
Hallway
For this room it is better to order a built-in storage system. This is especially true for spaces in which there is a niche. A closet in the hallway will allow you to use space economically.
To manufacture the system, less materials will be needed, since the back and side walls of the niche will be used. The built-in variation will mask uneven surfaces. It will allow you to store a large number of things and easily maintain order in the hallway.
Bedroom
If the apartment does not have the opportunity to arrange a wardrobe, it is worth taking care of a spacious storage system. You can choose any design and size for your bedroom wardrobe. It’s better to pay attention to full-wall models.
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These types have excellent functionality. They save space. The internal space can be divided into the required number of sectors in which clothes and other things will be placed. Products with mirrored or glossy facades will fill the bedroom with light.
High-quality models from well-known brands will serve for a long time and properly, delighting household members and guests. It is better to give preference to trusted manufacturers who value their reputation by offering consumers reliable products.
Branded, stylish wardrobes for the living room: styles
Choosing a wardrobe for the living room is not so easy. Designers give some practical advice that will help you choose a small or spacious wardrobe.
Professionals in their field recommend adhering to a number of rules for different styles:
- Minimalism. A sliding wardrobe for this style direction is an ideal option, since minimalism does not tolerate anything superfluous. In this case, experts recommend ordering a cabinet that covers the entire wall, in which the TV and other equipment, as well as things, shelves, etc. will be hidden.
- A hall in an ethno style can be equipped with sliding doors made of bamboo or rattan. This decor will highlight the color of the designer style and will successfully fit the wardrobe into the interior composition of the main room of the house.
- Japanese style. Thanks to its sliding doors, the wardrobe is very similar to Japanese sliding partitions. Oriental flavor will be added by sakura flowers applied to the façade.
- Provence and country. It seems that what a modern wardrobe and a rustic style trend can have in common. But no, this style is preferred by many modern people. It is enough to deliberately age the façade and the cabinet will fit perfectly into the interior.
Cabinet selection
In order for the system to serve for a long time and properly, it is necessary to pay special attention to the parameters of the product. The purchase is made taking into account future needs. If the family will soon have a baby, it is worthwhile to provide shelves and drawers for storing children's things in advance.
You should pay attention to the quality of the piece of furniture. The service life is affected by the material from which the cabinet is made. The ease of use of the model depends on the accessories.
The sliding wardrobe must be equipped with a reliable monorail. Cheap options quickly wear out. You should not purchase products in which the door is more than one meter wide. When purchasing, it is also necessary to take into account the size of the room in which the furniture will be installed. An important criterion when choosing is the capacity of the modules.
Selecting cabinet height
There are usually no problems with depth and width. The height remains in doubt. Her choice is influenced by many factors:
- the purpose and number of items that are planned to be stored in it;
- structural type - built-in or free-standing;
- the height of the ceilings in the room where it will be located;
- standard or individual order;
- compliance with the style of space design.
When buying furniture, the main task should be solved - all things will have their place, and the house will become cleaner and tidier.
The upper sections can be used with rarely used items
The choice between built-in furniture and cabinet furniture is always obvious. Where there is a niche, install the first option. Often, plasterboard is used to form a recess, which has a flat surface, which facilitates the installation of built-in furniture. Such spaces can be used as dressing rooms, placing clothes, shoes, bedding sets, voluminous rugs and blankets there.
Case models can be of two types:
Option 1: Standard.
Technologists calculate their height, while focusing on the parameters of a typical apartment, where the ceiling reaches 2.5 m. Ready-made cabinets are produced from 1.8 m to 2.4 m in height. Their assembly is quite simple, and you can do it yourself.
