How to choose a radius wardrobe for the living room, review of models

What materials is the cabinet made of?

You should not buy a product made from inexpensive materials. They can release harmful formaldehydes, so it is better to choose a cabinet made of natural wood. If plastic is chosen as the door, you need to understand that it can be scratched and will not look so presentable.

Metal doors do not always look cozy in an apartment; in addition, this design is not very safe for children. It is better to choose the same material for the doors that was used for the sides. In addition, mirrors can be used.

You also need to select a profile. along which the doors will move. There is an option made of metal or aluminum. Each of them has its own pros and cons. For example, a door runs silently along an aluminum guide.

Design Features

The features of a closet in the living room are largely determined by its purpose. The internal content must be thought out in such a way that the furniture satisfies the needs of a person in this particular room. This also applies to the radius model, which is planned to be installed in the hall. But such furniture has a more significant feature - the unusual shape of the doors.

Not all types of natural wood can be bent at an angle, however, there are those that allow you to make hinged curved cabinet doors. In the case of a sliding system, the doors slide apart along a curved track on rollers. The system is quite complex and expensive, which explains the higher cost of furniture of this type compared to standard cabinet models. It is practically impossible to reduce the cost, which is why a radius cabinet in the hallway will emphasize the wealth of the family and the refined taste of a person.

Characteristics of cabinets: types of door fastening and options for decorating facades

The door structure consists of a frame (aluminum/steel) into which the façade leaf is inserted. The vertical side of the frame also serves as a handle for moving the door. The sections move by sliding rollers along special guides along the opening of the structure. Door mechanisms are made to order, as the guides can have different radii.

Radial corner wardrobe in the living room

Varieties

Radius-type cabinets can have a variety of designs and shapes, therefore they are divided into several types:

• corner models are designed to fill the free corner space as tightly as possible. Their device is adjusted to the shape of a triangle, and the side walls and lid may be completely absent. But the convex shapes of the facades allow such a cabinet to use space more efficiently and increase its level of spaciousness;
• linear radius-type models can be square or rectangular in shape. These are laconic products that are easy to fit into living rooms of the correct shape.

Linear

Corner
Also, radius cabinets can differ in installation method:

• stationary floor - installed on the floor surface with the help of supports, in most cases they are large in size, have a high degree of spaciousness, therefore they are suitable for storing clothes, sports equipment, and a large number of books in the living room;
• suspended structures must be mounted on the wall surface. To prevent overloading and the danger of the cabinet falling, it is made small in size. Hanging radius cabinets for the living room are suitable for storing accessories, magazines, a small number of books and so on.

Basic radial schemes

The range of radius cabinets is presented in several varieties, which differ in shape. When choosing, the parameters of the installation location and individual preferences are taken into account. Manufacturers offer the following options:

1. Curved - a model in the form of a hemisphere with narrow side walls. Typically used to design built-in wardrobes, which are mounted in specially designated niches. An ideal scheme for areas where it is impossible to install standard structures.
2. Concave - the door leaf is slightly recessed inward relative to the side walls. It is characterized by less capacity compared to the curved shape, but is distinguished by smooth lines and the ability to visually increase space.
3. Combined or concave-convex - a radius cabinet combines the features of two varieties and has a wave-like shape. The models will become an original interior decoration.
4. Asymmetrical - compact in size, high capacity. When decorating doors with reflective sheets, it helps to visually expand the space.
5. Round - looks unusual, harmonizes with modern interior styles.
6. Only with a side radius section - in appearance it resembles standard rectangular cabinets, in which one side is rounded. The products save space and look unusual.

Stages of making doors for a sliding wardrobe with your own hands, assembly procedure
The choice of the optimal scheme depends on the characteristics of the room. Curved radius models are installed in small closets and hallways, which are converted into a dressing room. Cabinets with concave doors are often used to decorate a classic interior; asymmetrical ones are relevant for rectangular rooms. Round products are installed in spacious halls, living rooms, and serve to zone space.

Curved

Concave

Combined

Asymmetric

Round

With side radius section

Filling

Depending on the purpose of the cabinet, radius models can have completely different contents. If the model is used for books, then it is equipped with a large number of shelves, the height of which will be greater than the height of a standard book plus another 10-15 centimeters. For a laconic appearance, the shelves of a radius bookcase can be glass or plastic, just like the facades.

If the radius design is used to accommodate the wardrobe and personal belongings of the home owners, then it will most likely be equipped with a variety of storage systems: trouser racks, crossbars with hangers for outerwear, shelves for T-shirts, drawers for linen.

If a radius cabinet is intended for storing dishes and expensive pieces of art, then its facades will certainly be glass in order to reveal to guests at home the beauty of the interior items stored in it.

Radius cabinets - features of models

A special feature of this modification is the smooth contours of the facade. In general, the design and dimensions are directly related to the room where the product will be placed. A curved cabinet has the following advantages.

• Very original appearance.
• Furniture can be placed in a room with a non-standard layout.
• There are no sharp corners here. This reduces the risk of injury, which is especially important if there are children.
• Useful space is saved.
• There are a large number of design solutions.

It has a radius cabinet and a number of disadvantages.

• If the facade is concave, the volume available for placing things is reduced.
• Often storage systems can only be made to order. You won't find a ready-made solution in the store.
• It is impossible to use some materials for such a facade. Mirrors and chipboard are not suitable here.
• The price of such furniture is higher than its analogues.
• Not everyone can install a cabinet; you will have to look for a specialist.

Facade decoration

The design of the fronts for the radius cabinet may be different. The choice of a specific shape is determined by the features of the living room and its size:

• a circle or sector in the case of a corner product. Such a cabinet does not have side walls, and its dimensions are determined by the size of the rear wall and radius. This form looks concise and attractive. It should be made monochromatic, as the pattern may be somewhat distorted;
• convex shape more like an oval. Such a radius cabinet is relevant in a small living room or if it is a walk-through. Such doors are decorated with photo printing, stained glass, film;
• concave facade - relevant in the case of a corner cabinet, which is located in a tiny living room. On a concave façade, photo printing with a pattern in the form of a landscape, geometric relief (if the façade is plastic or glass) look interesting;
• combined facade - when a concave section is connected to a convex one. These cabinets are ideal for long living rooms. An abstract pattern or floral ornament as a facade decor will perfectly highlight the unusual design of furniture.

Many different technologies are used to decorate radius cabinets, but there are also some techniques that cannot be used, for example, molding or carving.

Facade forms

Colors and decor

Decor options are extremely varied. The most popular is a closet with mirrors, which give you the opportunity to inspect yourself before leaving. And if there are several of them, you can evaluate your appearance from all sides. But it should be remembered that mirrors on round doors will produce distortions, so their main function is to change the appearance of space.

Typical sizes of corner cabinets of different models, non-standard dimensions

You can decorate the facade without a reflective surface. The drawing can be applied in different ways - photo printing, fusing, sandblasting, painting. The choice depends on the interior of the room as a whole. Of course, the design of the closet should be combined with the design of the room. You can depict anything - a landscape, a geometric pattern, a portrait.

Photo printing

Sandblasting

In terms of color and design, the cabinet can be combined with the rest of the furniture, contrast with it, or become a central element of the interior. In any case, you should first draw up a sketch of the entire interior decoration at once. Options for design solutions for various rooms:

1. Light pastel colors visually enlarge the space and create a feeling of light. Suitable for any room - this option is considered universal.
2. Dark tones smooth out excess light, and color accents look good against their background. This corner cabinet is suitable for a spacious room with large windows. Not suitable for small and dark rooms - this will make them even darker.
3. Bright colors create accents. Such a model will definitely attract attention, but it can quickly become familiar and boring to the owner. Suitable for a living room or office, but not for a bedroom.
4. Mirrors enhance lighting and visually enlarge the space. Can be combined with facades of any color.

Light furniture is considered a universal option. However, despite the fact that pure white radius wardrobes look luxurious, without proper care the appearance of the facade can quickly deteriorate. Those who are tired of all kinds of “wooden” colors may like soft blue, pistachio, and cream shades.

Corner compartment models organize space where hinged wardrobes cannot cope with this task. Spaciousness, lack of additional space for opening doors, use of corners are their significant advantages. It is not surprising that this design is gaining more and more popularity, despite its high cost - the radius cabinet is really worth the money.

Light pastel colors visually increase the space

Colored inserts look good against dark shades

Bright colors create accents and attract attention

Mirrors are combined with facades of any color and allow you to visually enlarge the space

Light furniture is considered a universal option for any room

Color and style

Regarding the color scheme of radius cabinet models, the choice of imagination is not limited by practically anything except a person’s material capabilities. You can choose options for a classic-style living room in natural shades of wood; for a high-tech style, products with glass doors with chrome edging are perfect; for rural country, you can even find models with doors made of rattan weaving or its imitation plastic.

The main thing is not to choose overly dark cabinets for a small living room. Otherwise, the room will look even gloomier.

We also note the style restrictions for which radius cabinets should be used. For classic stylistic trends, only a convex shape with hinged doors is suitable. And for high-tech or minimalism you should not use combined options. A circle and an oval of the correct shape are more suitable for them than others. Complex shapes are suitable for living rooms decorated in Art Nouveau style.

Radius façade opening systems

Swing

Furniture of this type, equipped with hinged doors, is rare, and this is taking into account the advantages that such a mechanism has. The doors open almost silently, and they also look good. Fastening to the frame occurs through the use of side hinges. Additionally, the sash is equipped with a closer, allowing it to be completely closed. Hinges can be overhead, corner or inset.

In some cases, it will not be possible to close the sash completely, even taking into account the closer. For such cases, it is worth using hinges with a large stroke; in some cases, you will need to adjust the height using a wedge bar.

Hinged doors on the radius cabinet greatly facilitate the use of storage systems.

Sliding

The most common are sliding facades. Opening is carried out along arc guides with rollers. One of the following mechanisms may be used.

• Bottom-hung façade. The guide is located at the bottom, so the entire load falls on the bottom of the furniture. This solution is the most reliable.
• Upper suspension. Here the guide is placed on top. Despite the high strength of the rail, the door sags over time.

Guides are made of steel or aluminum. The best solution is an aluminum rail.

Selection rules

When choosing radius cabinets for the living room, it is important to adhere to certain rules.

Door installation methods

Two types of door fastening are used.

Top-hung

The guide is fixed on the ceiling or attached to the wall. Advantages - the radius cabinet is installed without thresholds. Disadvantage: cannot be installed in rooms with suspended or plasterboard ceilings.

Convex radius wardrobe

Nizhneoporny

The guide is fixed to the floor or to a specially prepared podium. The advantage is that it can be installed in rooms with a suspended ceiling. Disadvantage: dust can accumulate in the guides. The accumulation of small debris will make it difficult for the doors to slide in the future.

Concave radius wardrobe

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