Peculiarities
A tree called wenge can be found on the African continent. Due to its size, this plant surprises many - its height reaches 20 meters and its width is 1 meter. The main feature of this species is its characteristic color, which is found only in this tree. Furniture is often made from wood, but the products are expensive.
Today on the furniture market, manufacturers offer wenge-colored sliding wardrobes made from chipboard.
Designers like to call this color masculine - it is strict and universal for decorating discreet and laconic interiors. When you enter a room where a wardrobe of a given color is located, you immediately get the impression of stability and reliability of the apartment owner.
To explain the popularity of this shade for sliding wardrobes, it is worth highlighting its main advantages:
- versatility - wenge goes perfectly with any other color scheme. If the table in the living room is made in the colors shimo ash or bleached oak, and the wardrobe is in wenge color, the living room will look stylish and harmonious;
- structure pattern - if you look closely at such a surface, you can see a wide variety of convolutions and curls that create an original coating;
- compatibility with other surfaces - a cabinet with two blind doors, additionally equipped with a mirror, will look great. If there is a pattern on the mirror, it is better to make it in a white matte version;
- a good match for any decoration. With light walls, a wenge wardrobe is most appropriate. It will add contrast to the room, drawing attention to itself. It is also convenient to combine it with gray or light brown wallpaper.
Wenge colors will appeal to owners of apartments where the interior suggests minimalism. To purchase all the furniture for a room in a given color, you only need to skillfully combine it with the overall style of the room.
Color features
The original wenge cabinet is quite rare, since the wood species that gave it its name is endangered. Typically, the natural shade ranges from golden brown to very dark with lighter veining. The solid wood has a very beautiful texture, which is skillfully emphasized with the help of dyes. However, the bulk of the furniture is made from more budget materials: chipboard or MDF, and then they are styled as wenge. Under such conditions, the palette can be much wider:
- Melinga is a cool and rich mid-tone shade. Looks great contrasting with lighter areas.
- Aruba is a deep brown color with a slight red undertone.
- Tsavo - characterized by a warmer direction of medium brightness.
- Bleached oak in a wenge cabinet is a calm and harmonious shade that gives the room coziness and visually expands the space.
- Milky oak is a warm color with a slight pinkish tint. Often used for bedrooms.
- Maple is a light brown shade that is quite rare.
- Walnut - brown with a red undertone. Combined with genuine leather trim.
The wenge color for a cabinet is universal - it combines perfectly with light materials and gives the interior respectability and solidity.
How to fit into the interior
Wenge wardrobes with a mirror surface will look most elegant in the living room. If it is too small, this move will be an appropriate option: mirrors will visually expand the space, making the atmosphere of the room more mysterious. In this case, you need to choose a metallic aluminum profile.
Below are several ways to harmoniously fit this furniture into the interior:
- bright accents;
- contrast;
- muffled light;
- color combinations.
The first method to harmoniously fit the color of the wenge cabinet into the surrounding interior is to place bright accents. For example, if the bedroom decoration is yellow, you need to purchase accessories and decor for the room in this color. These could be yellow curtains, figurines in bright colors, or bed upholstery.
The second option is a game of contrasts. In this case, a wenge-colored wardrobe is installed against a light-colored background: white MDF wall panels or light gray laminate are excellent ways to create a contrasting area. The specified color palette is ideal for decorating the interior of a child’s room, and a spacious wardrobe will help to carefully store all the child’s clothes and accessories. Another way to diversify the interior and at the same time harmoniously combine furniture is to create an atmosphere of dim light. For this, pastel colors are used: beige, sand or milky. They combine the first two options for fitting the cabinet into the interior, but at the same time soften the dark shade of the furniture.
The last effective method is the skillful combination of different colors. For example, wenge looks great with blue, pink and turquoise. Pillows on the bed of the specified color or wall decor will perfectly dilute the dark environment. Another good option is a combination of wenge with cool shades: purple, blue or green. Then it is important not to overdo it with darkness, otherwise the room will be too gloomy.
Possible shades
The texture looks beautiful on various backgrounds:
Dark chocolate. Deep color in combination with black details looks ambiguous, it depends on the angle of the light.
The usual brown tone. It is slightly lighter than the previous one, but does not have the same richness, but quickly loses its unremarkability due to its unusual texture.
Beige. The wood has this tone close to the bark. It has iridescent shades: from creamy to light nutty, and creates a contrast with the texture pattern. The surface stands out clearly, so it is advisable to accentuate it.
Purple design is a rare occurrence, belonging to exotic variations. Its richness makes it possible to realize the most unique ideas.
Bordeaux. Its decoration is considered luxurious, but not cozy; it is preferred by those who sacrifice comfort for the sake of the richness of the environment.
Ash gray color. Rarely seen, but very fashionable tone. Used in styles: high-tech, minimalism, occasionally in Provence.
There are many more shades; more details can be seen in the photo of the wenge color presented in the interior of the room. In a separate room you need to choose a color that perfectly matches the atmosphere.
Appearance and façade
Today there are quite a lot of options for designing cabinet fronts. One of the most popular is a mirror surface. It is worth noting that a wardrobe in milky oak wenge color will look great in a living room with a small area. The light surface of the material will add lightness to the room, and the mirror on the facade helps expand the visual boundaries of the living room.
In addition to this option, there are other ways to decorate the facade of a sliding wardrobe:
- contrasting stripes - this method assumes the presence of two colors at once on the surface of the facade. These can be any options that the owners like. The most optimal shade is light oak or wenge. The borders of the strips are separated by special plastic or metal inserts, which makes the cabinet visually wider. With a radius coupe type, this design looks the most elegant;
- strict squares - geometric shapes on the facade are created using the same profiles - metal or plastic. It is better that they are of a light shade, then the wenge squares will stand out. This execution method is relevant for three and four-door coupes;
- sandblasting pattern - you need to choose the pattern on the facade wisely: if you use too many patterns, you can create a bulky interior. A good choice would be a floral design on the glass at the top of the cabinet. It is better to decorate the lower space of the facades in plain wenge;
- checkerboard pattern - this option involves the presence of stripes or squares that alternate with each other in a checkerboard pattern. For the second shade, choose a lighter color to create contrast.
The photo below shows all possible options for the design of wenge-colored coupe facades. Owners can independently choose the desired decoration method or offer their own, which will suit the surrounding environment of the room.
Manufacturing materials
Wenge wood is highly valued for its beauty and strength. It has always been very rare, so it has become synonymous with wealth and high position in society. But budget cabinet models are made from completely different materials. Main options:
- Solid rosewood is a tropical wood that is used to make expensive furniture. Despite its high density, it is quite easy to process, and cabinets made from it look very impressive.
- Rosewood veneer is a more budget-friendly material. During production, the wood is cut into thin slides and then glued onto panels. This way the texture of the original array is preserved, but the cost is significantly reduced. Finished veneer cabinets are durable and look like they are made from solid wood.
- Chipboard is the most common and affordable material, based on glued sawdust left after cutting. Releases formaldehyde resins into the air, which can harm humans. Significantly inferior to solid wood in terms of strength and service life.
- MDF - in production, dried wood fibers are used, which are pressed many times and then impregnated with binding compounds. This material does not emit toxic fumes, therefore it is superior to chipboard in all respects. At the same time, the cost of MDF remains average.
Today, under the name “wenge” you can find any furniture made in a dark brown color.
Solid rosewood
Rosewood veneer
Chipboard
MDF
Wenge cabinets are often decorated with additional elements:
- A mirror visually enlarges the space.
- Light stripes add lightness to the furniture.
- Bas-reliefs made of wood or painted plastic give the cabinet its individuality.
- The pattern on the facade (bottom or top) is used for plain wenge.
- Contrasting stripes emphasize the depth of color and wood texture. Recommended for use only on veneer or solid wood.
Classification of shelving cabinets, functional design features
The variety of materials and decor allows us to produce wenge cabinets of a wide variety of styles.
A mirror on the facade will visually expand the space
Light stripes will add lightness to furniture
Wooden bas-reliefs will emphasize the individuality of the cabinet
For plain wenge, a pattern on the facade can be used
Contrasting stripes will enhance the depth of color
Rules of care
Features of furniture care will be dictated by the material it is made of. Modern manufacturers offer cabinets made of laminated chipboard - their care is marked by certain requirements:
- strong light-colored stains can be removed with a soap solution: to do this, dilute a little shavings of laundry soap in warm water, then wipe the stain with a soft cloth until it disappears;
- It is not recommended to use abrasive substances, such as cleaning powders - they leave scratches on the surface that are difficult to remove;
- if visible defects have formed on a wenge-colored wardrobe, purchase a special putty that matches the color: it is sold in paste form and is applied with your fingers to the damaged area;
- a dark-colored chipboard film can easily be damaged by polish for natural furniture - it will cause immediate fading;
- It is better to use flannel or viscose rags as cleaning materials; a sponge can damage the coating.
An important factor is the installation location of the cabinet. In order for the product to serve for a long time, it should not be placed near heating radiators.
Recommendations for selection
Among the wide variety of compartment models, wenge color occupies a special place due to its expressiveness. The first thing to do is measure the space where the cabinet will be installed. You need to know the height, width and length of the product. Standard width sizes are 60 and 45 cm; depending on this indicator, the capacity of the cabinet will be determined.
Main selection criteria:
- model - before going to the salon, decide which model you would like to purchase. This can be a standard sliding wardrobe or combined models like the sliding wardrobe Fortune wenge bleached oak, where 2 colors are combined, and the facades are designed according to the hinged model plan;
- internal content - the configuration of models may vary: the content usually consists of drawers, shelves and a rod for outerwear and shirts. If more internal elements are planned, they can be added when ordering;
- stylistics - when choosing a model, think about the interior design of the room where the cabinet will be installed. Today, wenge color is used in minimalist, modern or classic styles;
- fittings - check that all fasteners, handles and other materials are included in the cabinet package - then you can assemble the product yourself.
Do not forget to wipe the facades of the product and the internal contents: shelves, rods, pull-out baskets. Careful and timely care of the product will ensure a long service life.
Accommodation Tips
The wenge cabinet is made from wood of dark shades, so it is better to place it in a large room. In a small room, furniture can also be used, but with certain tricks. For example, complete with a built-in mirror. Depending on the model, the wenge wardrobe can be designed as a compartment or as a corner wardrobe. Built-in options also look good and are great for storing things.
Light floors and walls visually increase the space and are in perfect harmony with the wenge cabinet.
A wenge cabinet will look inappropriate in a nursery or a room with dark wallpaper. Concealing space and light, it will only make the atmosphere heavier. Such furniture will fit most organically into a work space or office. But even in this case, you need to make sure that not all objects in the room are dark, and that the light is not blocked by thick curtains.
Requirements for toilet cabinets, design options, shapes and sizes
Wenge-colored furniture has not lost its relevance over the past few years. The noble dark shade is ideal for spacious rooms decorated in subdued colors. When choosing furniture, you should pay attention to the material from which it is made, as well as the style of the interior. Currently, the classic wenge color in cabinet design is often combined with other shades, textures and decorative elements, so choosing the right option will not be difficult.
A wenge wardrobe will look better in spacious rooms, but models with a mirror on the front are also suitable for small rooms
Depending on the model, the wardrobe can be designed as a corner wardrobe
Built-in furniture options are perfect for storing a large number of things.
Wenge-colored furniture will fit very organically into a work space or office
The noble dark shade of the furniture will ideally complement the interior of rooms decorated in restrained colors.
