How to choose the right wardrobe?

If you have accumulated a huge number of things, and the old wooden cabinet is already boring - the best way out of this situation will be to purchase a sliding wardrobe. From the range of all cabinet furniture, the design has the greatest demand on the market. And this is not without reason, with its help you can hide many necessary things, thereby freeing up more space in the apartment or house.

A functional and practical piece of furniture — sliding wardrobe - will fit comfortably in any room - in the bedroom, living room or hallway.

Whether the purchased item will actually be reliable and practical will depend, first of all, on what it is made of. But the question arises, how to choose the right wardrobe so that it is reliable, practical and will last for decades? To choose a worthy option, you need to know the main secrets of choosing this piece of furniture.

Where to start?

You need to decide what exactly this cabinet is intended for and in which room to put it. At this stage, you need to decide on its size and contents, taking into account all the needs and the number of people in the family. Also take into account the possibility of installation in this room, the size of the doorways, so that its dimensions do not become an unpleasant surprise.

When choosing a cabinet, think about what you would like it to look like.

1. Solid (body).
2. Built into a niche or wall (integrated).

There are also other types. Depending on the client's wishes, the cabinet can be:

1. semicircular;
2. radius;
3. diagonal;
4. angular.

A one-piece wardrobe is a separate structure with its own walls, top and bottom. This model is not mounted in various niches, but is a wall-mounted version of furniture. The advantage of such a product is the ability to move it, and a neater internal filling. Of the minuses - this is bulkiness, the wardrobe will take up a larger area and is unlikely to be suitable for small rooms. Also, the cost will be slightly higher than that of its built-in competitor.

Built-in is the most economical option, both in terms of price and occupied space. This type of furniture is mounted in special niches in the walls. Its main components are the walls, floor and ceiling of the room in which it is located. It can also be designed for almost any, even the smallest room. The main disadvantage is that the cabinet is not a movable structure, the installation of doors must be done with special reliability, since poorly secured doors can break off and harm a person.

Door operation device

Particular attention should be paid to the method of opening the sliding door system. They are divided into two types.

1. Roller type. The cabinet door is in a special frame made of aluminum or other metal and moves using standard rollers. This method is the most popular, much cheaper, but such systems serve much less. The reason for failure may be the ingress of a foreign object or strong physical impact, in which the rollers can jump out and the door can fall out.
2. Monorail type. The rollers move in the cabinet along a monorail. This type is more expensive, but they also last much longer. No foreign objects or debris get into the monorail. This type of system is protected from falling out and will be more practical and functional.

3. An important aspect is the material from which the rollers are made. The durability of the entire structure will depend on the material of the rollers. Preference should be given to metal wheels. A simpler system will be made of plastic with a Teflon coating. And the cheapest and most unreliable option is rollers made of ordinary plastic.

Features of buying a sliding wardrobe

Pay attention to the material the system is made of. The system refers to the profile along which the doors move. Various metal alloys are used to make guides. As a rule, there are two types of sliding systems.

1. Steel profile. This type is the most common among manufacturers. The most practical and reliable is a steel profile. But sliding doors move noisier on it, and not every door finishing material is suitable for a steel profile. But the main win-win advantage of a steel structure is its durability - they can last for decades.
2. Aluminum profile. Aluminum systems look more refined and neat, but their cost will be much more expensive. This system also puts less stress on the entire frame and fittings, as it is a thinner and lighter option. Aluminum profiles do not create noise during operation. However, they also have disadvantages - with constant operation, the service life of the system is no more than 10 years, unlike its steel "brother".

4. A separate and important criterion for choosing a wardrobe is depth. The depth of the product will determine its capacity. The depth should be chosen taking into account the needs and number of family members. For a large family, it is better to purchase a design with a reserve of space, since the number of things is steadily growing. If the family consists of 1-3 people, then there is no point in buying a large wardrobe.

The main dimensions of the products are given in the table.

Selection of doors and materials for their manufacture

The door facade is made from a whole list of materials, there are many of them, the choice depends on stylistic preferences. Doors can be made from the following materials.

1 chipboard, MDF (10 mm).

2. Various mirrors and glass.
3. Veneer.
4. Rattan etc.

In the manufacturers' catalogues you can find many other materials that suit your taste.

Often these materials are combined. Photo printing, sandblasted images, stained glass are used on glass and mirror doors.

The most durable doors are made of chipboard and MDF, but they look rather boring, so it is advisable to combine them.

As for the dimensions, they can be up to 1 m wide and up to 2.5 m high. But doors that are too big and heavy will not function properly, you need to calculate that the structure can withstand such a load.

And some more useful tips

The stylistic design and color of the cabinet will depend on its location. The choice of color should be approached with special care, as it will affect the design of the room as a whole. The easiest way is to invite a designer who will determine the color scheme and style of the future design as accurately as possible. However, you can do without him. The choice of color will depend entirely on your taste and the style of the room. But you should not neglect the basic principles of color placement in the room.

• Light, “pastel” colors are ideal for bedrooms and children’s rooms, due to their calming effect on the human psyche.
• Shades of yellow-green range give a boost of energy, radiate cheerfulness and vivacity.
• Dark colors, especially black, are the color of luxury. Although they are not suitable for every room, as they carry a cold energy.
• Furniture with a wood texture always looks advantageous. And its style suits almost any room.

The reliability and appearance of the wardrobe are important, along with this, it is important to choose the interior filling of the wardrobe. The wardrobe should have all the necessary accessories for folding and placing clothes. Shelves and rods are the basis of the filling of any wardrobe. If desired, you can add all sorts of internal drawers, shoe racks, baskets, a pantograph (a device for placing in two floors, with the ability to move the upper one), tie racks and much more. But it should be taken into account that all the additions can "spill over" into a decent amount. If desired, you can install light inside the wardrobe - this is very convenient, especially in large structures.

If one cabinet is not enough for your needs, the manufacturer can offer you a group of products that are stylistically suitable and complement each other.

1. The connection of individual sections, ready-made cabinets in a certain order. This is done by pulling them together with special fasteners.
2. Combining sections through a common sidewall. This method allows for infinitely increasing the required volume of the product.

When choosing, find out who makes this furniture. Simple rules will help you not to make a mistake with your purchase.

• Look through reviews on the Internet, ask your friends for the address and office.
• Check the prices for additional services so that installation and delivery do not make up half the cost of the cabinet.
• The factory must provide a warranty period for all furniture.
• Check out the pricing policy, compare prices.

The problem of how to choose a sliding wardrobe should not create any special troubles for you if you follow these basic principles. The main thing is not to try to save on fittings and quality of material so that the wardrobe will serve you for a long time and please you with durability and functionality for many years.

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