Wardrobe Closets

By going online, a shopper can usually locate a portable wardrobe. By shopping online, someone who wants to buy a bonnetiere can normally find an attractive, wardrobe storage unit, and one with the desired window. Still, not every type of wardrobe furniture can be found by sitting at a computer and using a search engine. Such a search might “come up empty,” if meant to reveal information on a mirror wardrobe.

By the same token, a search for a corner wardrobe could fail to produce results. Pictures of the mirror wardrobe are difficult to find online. Still, some of the other wardrobes could easily serve as an alternative to a mirror wardrobe. A mirror could be placed on the door of such a storage unit.

A wardrobe does not have to come with a mirror, in order to perform its intended function. Furniture units called “wardrobes” are designed to aid the storage of clothing, especially clothes that wrinkle easily. When a room contains a wardrobe, those clothes can hang in that same piece of furniture, rather than lying, folded in a dresser drawer.

Today, clothes often hang in a bedroom closet. Yet a wardrobe has certain features that are not found in a closet. For example, an armoire, unlike a closet, can be moved from one location to another. Furthermore, a closet does not have a window in its door. One type of armoire does have a window, one that reveals the contents of that storage unit.

Of course, a satisfactory form of storage does not need to have a window. Efficient storage of clothing does not require the availability of a mirror. Therefore, an online shopper should not rule out the possibility of conducting an examination of the various alternatives to the mirror wardrobe. Those alternatives offer the same durability and the same attractive features that are found in any quality wardrobe.

When space is limited, a corner wardrobe is a great option for those looking for some extra storage. The corner of a bedroom is often a space that goes without being utilized, so taking advantage of the space for storage is a great idea.

Corner closets are available in all different types of styles and colors. Popularly, many young couples like to outfit their home with a very modern corner wardrobe these days, but it’s absolutely still possible to buy the classic looking antique corner closets as well that represent more of the aesthetics of an armoire than the post-modern designs. As far as shape and size goes, these storage closets can be very narrow to very large, it simply depends on what you want installed. With enough looking – or by simply finding a reliable and resourceful guy who installs fitted wardrobes for a living! – a person could get their wardrobe outfitted with nearly any type of wood or finish they wanted. Popular styles include cherry, wormwood, oak, and pine wardrobes.

Some of these wardrobes can cost a lot of money, but it is not hard to find one at a very reasonable price. A hip furniture store with great prices – like Ikea – has many corner wardrobes available starting at $400.00, but someone could spend a few thousand if they chose to. For its functionality, a $400.00 Ikea wardrobe is a great value! It includes a clothes rail and a couple of shelves for extra storage, and is even equipped with lights.

There are a couple of things a consumer must keep in mind when purchasing one of these closets. They need to remember how much room they actually have for this closet. They should measure both the height and weight of the space to ensure they will not take up too much space and that they have the ceiling clearance to allow for a closet. They should also try and match the finish of the wardrobe to their existing furniture. Doing some research online is a great way to find which retailers will suit their needs.

Corner wardrobes usually need to be fastened to the wall of the room to prevent it from falling over. Different homes and closets require different fasteners, and they are usually not included in the closet purchase.

A corner wardrobe can either take the place of a closet as clothing storage or greatly supplement those rooms which have small built-in closets. It is always important for the customer to check their budget, storage, and decorating needs before committing to a purchase of a corner wardrobe.

There is an old saying, nature abhors a vacuum, and anyone who owns a home can attest to this.  If there is an empty space anywhere, it will suddenly become full with all sorts of stuff. Nowhere is this truer than in closets and when the clutter becomes overwhelming, it is time to go online and look into custom closets.

When starting to look into all of the custom closet choices that are available, a smart shopper will save him or herself a ton of time and dollars too, if some basic pre-planning work is done ahead of time. Knowing personal storage needs and desires, as well as those things that make a new closet fully function will go a long way in achieving the best possible fit and function within personal budgetary constraints.

Get out the measuring tape and know exactly how much space is available. Do not forget to look at not just the horizontal floor space, but vertical space too, all of the way up to the ceiling. Capitalize on height if it is available for storing out of season items on high shelves. Consider installing another pole for hanging lesser worn garments above the main pole.

Lighting is another critical factor; you cannot wear what you cannot see. If there happens to be a window or skylight, that is great, but do bear in mind that clothing continually exposed to sunlight will fade over time.  Most will need to have some regular lighting installed and the usual one bare bulb in the center of the ceiling really does not do the job. A tip from lighting designers, make sure that the light source is in front of clothes, not behind, as this casts shadows on the very objects that the owner is searching for.

Finally, do an honest assessment of personal storage habits and the contents of the wardrobe. It is okay to admit that your personal habits will never get shoes into neat little cubbies, so do not waste money on these and instead consider some big open bins on the floor. Custom closets only work well if they are designed with the owner in mind.

Part Two

This is part two of two in article looking at both fitted wardrobes and the stand alone wardrobe closet. Take a look at part one of our article titled Fitted Wardrobes or Wardrobe Closets? to catch up to this post. Part one we looked at defining these two terms, taking into account how both wardrobe closets and fitted wardrobes are designed. Below we move past definitions to get into the reasons you’d want to choose one type of closet storage system over the other.

To understand which type of closet storage system is better, you need to look at what your needs are in relation to these products.

For instance, a fitted wardrobe with sliding doors is an excellent option for a home that needs a lot of storage space yet cannot afford to waste any space in doing so. A sliding door fitted wardrobe makes for an excellent choice in this situation for a number of reasons:

1. You can store about twice as much in it than a wardrobe closet of the same width.
2. Because the doors slide open, you need not reserve space to the left and right of the unit for the doors to swing open.
3. You can access and utilize the storage space that runs between the top of the fitted wardrobe and the ceiling of your home too.

Additionally, many people find the fitted wardrobe a more attractive option if they are seeking a more modern look for the closet storage system.

On the other hand, a wardrobe closet may be a better fit for those in a different situation. Consider a home with a large amount of space that seeks to use an armoire not just for storage but also as a decorative item. A country home with an antique flair that enjoys relishing in the solid wood wardrobe design would benefit most from the look of an antique closet over the flair of a fitted wardrobe.

Contrast this with someone who is the go a lot and needs a suitable solution for closet storage who might benefit the most from a portable closet, and you have yet another different reason to use one of the other of these two classes of wardrobes.

As you can see, it all comes down to what you want and what you need, as well as the home and living situation, in order to decide which is a better for you: a wardrobe closet or a fitted wardrobe!

Part One

If you have a decent budget and are in mind to spend it on a closet storage system, you will end up finding out that there are quite a few options out there that move far beyond simply a Rubbermaid closet organizer. Companies like John Louis Home manufacture complete closet systems that have to be installed from floor to ceiling that can completely transform your walk in closet to a closet storage room of massive proportions.

These closets are certainly nice and do the job as far as holding clothes correctly, but what if you don’t have a walk in closet? What if you need to create a closet with the space you have?

This leaves you with the option of buying either a stand alone closet or installing a fitted closet. Deciding which one of these is better is the question I want to look at today.

Fitted Wardrobes
A fitted wardrobe is a wardrobe closet that’s installed from floor to ceiling utilizing the homes design as part of its construction. This means that the design of the home is taken into consideration in a big way and the wardrobe is literally fitted around it. For instance, a fitted wardrobe may be installed that runs the length of the entire wall that the bed rests against, going from the floor to the ceiling on both sides of the bed and then connecting with a cabinet that runs over the length of the bed. Another example is that some fitted wardrobes will utilizing the walls of the home to function as the back wall of the wardrobe closet and even the side or sides of the closet, depending on the layout of the home.

Fitted wardrobe is very popular in the United Kingdom. In the United States, there popularity is not as great – perhaps due to percentage of homes designed built in closets or walk in closets that provide ample storage space from the start for their wardrobe clothes.

Stand Alone Closets
A stand alone closet can be defined as any free standing closet storage space. This definition takes into account both portable closets as well as the classic wardrobe closet. Let’s look at these two types of stand alone closets.

A portable closet is a lightweight closet designed to be mobile and provide access to clothing. They are used often in guest homes, guest rooms, and in studio apartments and dorm rooms, as well as for anyone who is often on the go and needs a reliable closet. A portable closet nearly always consists of a light metal frame with cloth walls. They cost between $30 and $100 US.

A wardrobe closet, also known as a wardrobe armoire, is a heavy free standing closet, nearly always made of solid wood. Wardrobe closets often feature elegant designs, hand painted or hand carved engravings, and cost a bundle, with the price tag starting at the low end of about $200 US and going up into the $2,000 to $3,000 US range.

Stay tuned as tomorrow we complete part two of two in this article series comparing free standing wardrobe closets and fitted wardrobes!

The glitter and glamour of designer fashion is attention-grabbing and attractive.  People love to mix and match styles and accessories to create that “wow factor.” Why not give your bedroom that same kind of center stage look that is inviting and attractive? Fitted wardrobes are a clever way to give your bedroom a distinguished, classy look for relaxation and enjoyment.

Fitted wardrobes are wide, spacious and visually appealing space solutions, especially for master bedrooms. These elegant bedroom fixtures have plenty of space to go around to meet store all of your shoes and attire.  Fitted armoire wardrobe closets will turn any decent sized bedroom into a hotel-style living space.

The Milan Fitted Wardrobe aligns perfectly with your wall to give your room a discreet, roomy look. The Spring Birch is a pleasant neutral color that is adaptable for any bedroom color and style. You’ll have more than enough room for your clothes, shoes and accessories. The style is formal and stylish and accentuates the bedroom with class and flair.

There are a myriad of designer knobs to choose from to customize the drawers and closet handles according to your specifications. Play a part in creating the bedroom makeover that you love and deserve with a Milan fitted wardrobe.  This spacious centerpiece is a one-stop storage center that will set your bedroom in a class all by itself. There is a place for everything in your bedroom, and everything can be in its place!

This high-end wardrobe closet is available online through Spacemaker.  They will craft your armoire to look just the way you want it to. You can feel like a star and enjoy the bedroom makeover you’ve always wanted. Create a stylish bedroom look that is classy and timeless with beautiful fitted wardrobes.