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 . . . → Read More: The Corner Wardrobe: A Fantastic Way to Maximize Closet Space]]>

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.

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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.

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 . . . → Read More: Planning Ahead Can Save Time and Money When It Comes to Custom Closets]]> 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.