ᐅ Wardrobe with or without doors? Experiences and long-term reports?
Created on: 2 Jul 2017 11:17
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Eldea
Hello everyone,
we are currently planning our bedroom and have a fundamental question: open wardrobe or a model with doors? In our last apartment, we had a free-standing clothes rail; due to two pregnancies, some items remained unworn for over two years and ended up dusty. Since then, I think a closed solution is the more sensible choice, especially for rarely used pieces.
At the moment, we don’t have a controlled ventilation system, but likely will in the future. Is mechanical ventilation (MV) enough to keep an open wardrobe clean, or does a model with fronts provide more reliable protection against dust, light, and odors? For me, the advantages of doors are: less cleaning, a calmer appearance, and some sound dampening. The downside is that an open system allows quicker access to outfits, encourages tidiness, and saves budget. The walk-in option appeals to me visually because it feels light and saves space. A middle ground could be a wardrobe with sliding doors, louvered doors, or even a curtain.
I would be interested in your experiences regarding moisture and mold on exterior walls behind large wardrobes, odors from the kitchen or bathroom, pets, and children’s hands. Which interior layout stays tidy the longest for you: drawers, baskets, closed boxes inside the wardrobe? Does anyone use ventilation grilles or small fans in their wardrobe solution to promote air circulation?
Budget is also a concern for me. Is a custom-made solution worth it compared to a system like Pax, especially in terms of stability, fittings, soft-close mechanisms, and lighting with motion sensors? If doors are chosen: hinged or sliding—how practical are they really for everyday use, also in narrow rooms?
I’m still leaning toward a closed wardrobe but am open to good counterarguments, photos, and care tips. How often do you wipe doors and floors, which cloths work well, and does anyone use anti-static spray?
Thank you for your experiences and also for any long-term reports.
we are currently planning our bedroom and have a fundamental question: open wardrobe or a model with doors? In our last apartment, we had a free-standing clothes rail; due to two pregnancies, some items remained unworn for over two years and ended up dusty. Since then, I think a closed solution is the more sensible choice, especially for rarely used pieces.
At the moment, we don’t have a controlled ventilation system, but likely will in the future. Is mechanical ventilation (MV) enough to keep an open wardrobe clean, or does a model with fronts provide more reliable protection against dust, light, and odors? For me, the advantages of doors are: less cleaning, a calmer appearance, and some sound dampening. The downside is that an open system allows quicker access to outfits, encourages tidiness, and saves budget. The walk-in option appeals to me visually because it feels light and saves space. A middle ground could be a wardrobe with sliding doors, louvered doors, or even a curtain.
I would be interested in your experiences regarding moisture and mold on exterior walls behind large wardrobes, odors from the kitchen or bathroom, pets, and children’s hands. Which interior layout stays tidy the longest for you: drawers, baskets, closed boxes inside the wardrobe? Does anyone use ventilation grilles or small fans in their wardrobe solution to promote air circulation?
Budget is also a concern for me. Is a custom-made solution worth it compared to a system like Pax, especially in terms of stability, fittings, soft-close mechanisms, and lighting with motion sensors? If doors are chosen: hinged or sliding—how practical are they really for everyday use, also in narrow rooms?
I’m still leaning toward a closed wardrobe but am open to good counterarguments, photos, and care tips. How often do you wipe doors and floors, which cloths work well, and does anyone use anti-static spray?
Thank you for your experiences and also for any long-term reports.
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thelastscout8530 Jul 2017 09:27We buy our wardrobes for the walk-in closet without doors. Since we use the Pax system from Ikea, we can add doors at any time.
daniels87 schrieb:
I would have integrated the wardrobe into the bedroom, but my wife didn’t want that. In hindsight, I think it’s good, because it creates more space, and the bedroom is simply a bedroom.Nice.
But your room is a closed one, right?
Our walk-in closet is also an open passage to the bedroom. However, I think the ventilation system will help reduce dust somewhat.
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winnetou7830 Jul 2017 10:27What kind of flooring is this?
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daniels8730 Jul 2017 10:29thelastscout85 schrieb:
We buy our wardrobes for the walk-in closet without doors. Since we use the Pax system from Ikea, you can always add doors later.Exactly. We use the Pax system for our wardrobes and coat racks. The great thing is that you can experiment, exchange parts, and add accessories later. The accessories are widely available and affordable. For me, there is nothing better.
Edit: @winnetou78: Rustic oak parquet, brushed and oiled. I would have to check the manufacturer, but it was relatively inexpensive.
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Bau-Schmidt30 Jul 2017 11:52daniels87 schrieb:
Exactly. We use Pax for wardrobes and hall closets. The great thing is you can experiment, exchange parts, and upgrade. Accessories are readily available and affordable. For me, there’s nothing better. I can only confirm that. Our wardrobes are from there as well.W
winnetou7830 Jul 2017 12:21daniels87 schrieb:
Exactly. We use Pax for the wardrobe and cloakroom. The great thing is you can experiment, exchange parts, and upgrade… Accessories are widely available and affordable. For me, there’s nothing better.
Edit: @winnetou78: Rustic oak parquet, brushed and oiled. I would have to check the manufacturer, but it was relatively inexpensive.I’m interested,
Looks good.
Is it glued down?
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