Selecting a wardrobe require consideration of two factor: the dimensions of the room where the wardrobe will be placed and the clothing need of the individual who will use the wardrobe. The wardrobe needs to be sized correct in order to allow the wardrobe to fit well within the room and to allow for access to the clothes within the wardrobe. If the wardrobe is too small, the clothes will be overcrowded within the wardrobe.
If the wardrobe is too large, it will take up too much space within the room. To determine the appropriate size for the wardrobe, the individual should measure the dimensions of the space where the wardrobe will be placed. The dimensions to measure are the width, depth, and height of the space.
How to Choose the Right Wardrobe Size
Each dimension should be measured while taking into account space for wardrobe baseboard. Subtract baseboards from the total width of the wall in which the wardrobe will be placed; the wardrobe should fit against the wall. Additionally, the individual should measure the space necessary for door swing.
If the doors of the wardrobe are not given enough space to swing clear of other pieces of furnitures in the room, the doors may not open correct. The depth of the wardrobe should be measured to ensure that the wardrobe will allow the clothes to swing free within the wardrobe. The depth of the wardrobe should be measured to ensure that there is enough space within the wardrobe for clothes to not against the back of the wardrobe.
If the wardrobe is too shallow, it will be difficult to remove clothes from the wardrobe. The length of clothes will impact the size of the wardrobe. Long clothes, like gowns, require floor to rail space to allow the dress to hang proper.
Short clothes, like shirts, can be placed on double rails to increase the amount of space within the wardrobe for those short item. Bulky item, like coats, require more space between the hangers within the wardrobe than item like shirts. Too much proximity between two bulky items will make it difficult to access the items without overlapping the clothes.
Within the wardrobe are feature to allow the clothes to be stored in appropriate way. Shelves can be used to store folded items, like sweaters. The depth of the shelves should be enough to allow the sweaters to stay on the shelves without falling off.
Pull-out basket and trouser racks within the wardrobe can be used to store accessory. The shelves within the wardrobe can be adjusted to accommodate different type of clothing item. Walk-in wardrobes feature aisle through which an individual will walk to access the clothing within the wardrobe.
Each aisle need to be at least 24 inch in width to allow individuals to walk through the aisles. For individuals that may need to turn around in the aisles to retrieve clothing, the aisles should be 36 inch in width. The person should plan the layout of the wardrobe to allow the walk in wardrobe to remain functional.
Wardrobes require certain tool to assemble the wardrobe correctly. A hex wrench is used to tighten the frame of the wardrobe. A level should be used to ensure the wardrobe is straight.
If the wardrobe is assembled without a level, it may wobble. The wardrobe should be anchored to the wall using bracket. This will prevent the wardrobe from tipping over; it is a safety measure that should of been taken, especially for tall wardrobe.
By measuring the space where the wardrobe will be located and by considering the different need of the item that will be stored within the wardrobe, an individual can create a wardrobe that function efficiently. A well sized wardrobe will provide enough space for all of an individual’s clothing and will make it easy to see and access their clothing throughout the day.
