ᐅ How can I make the best use of IKEA PLATSA for hallway storage?
Created on: 17 Sep 2024 08:24
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borediHello everyone, I’m planning to use the IKEA Platsa wardrobe in my hallway to maximize storage space and I’m looking for practical advice on how to do this in a space-saving and functional way. My hallway is about 2 meters (6.5 feet) wide and 3.5 meters (11.5 feet) long, so it’s relatively narrow, with a measured ceiling height of 2.45 meters (8 feet). I want to store shoes, jackets, bags, and various everyday items in an organized manner. I’m especially interested in the PLATSA series because of its flexibility, but the large selection of modules and types of doors makes planning a bit overwhelming. Does anyone have experience on how to make the most efficient use of the storage without making the hallway feel too crowded or impractical? Tips on combining cabinet heights, door and drawer units, or special interior fittings would be very helpful. Thanks in advance!
The main challenge when using IKEA PLATSA in the hallway is to efficiently utilize the limited space while ensuring convenient accessibility. My advice: preferably choose tall, slim units that extend almost up to the ceiling to make the most of the vertical storage space. Combine cabinet doors with drawers, as drawers often provide practical compartments for smaller items such as keys or gloves.
It is also important to plan the interior fittings of the PLATSA modules carefully – adjustable shelves, shoe racks, and hook rails are very useful. Keep in mind that open compartments can make the hallway look cluttered, so doors are practical to keep the space visually calm and tidy. If possible, I recommend positioning the back panels of the PLATSA carcasses as close as possible to the wall to avoid wasting unnecessary space.
It is also important to plan the interior fittings of the PLATSA modules carefully – adjustable shelves, shoe racks, and hook rails are very useful. Keep in mind that open compartments can make the hallway look cluttered, so doors are practical to keep the space visually calm and tidy. If possible, I recommend positioning the back panels of the PLATSA carcasses as close as possible to the wall to avoid wasting unnecessary space.
In addition to the previous suggestions, I would like to propose a detailed process for optimal planning:
- First, measure the exact floor and wall areas, including any irregularities. Accuracy is essential, as PLATSA modules can be combined in various heights and widths and should fit precisely to the millimeter.
- Consider which items you use most frequently in the hallway and want to have within easy reach, for example, jackets at hand height, shoes preferably lower down, and bags possibly in middle compartments.
- PLATSA offers corner modules. Use these if your hallway has a corner or niche. Corner solutions maximize storage space without reducing the passage width.
- Pull-out shoe racks are recommended for shoes. They come in various heights and significantly improve accessibility.
- The door opening direction should fit the hallway layout so that no one is obstructed. It’s worth carefully checking the door swings.
- Note that with a ceiling height of 2.45 meters (8 feet), the 226 cm (7 ft 5 in) high PLATSA modules are most commonly used, as they are easily accessible while still providing ample storage.
- Don’t underestimate internal organization: hook rails, insert baskets, or a combination of baskets in drawers allow for a high level of order.
Do you already have an idea whether the hallway will be straight or have a corner area? That would make detailed planning easier.
- First, measure the exact floor and wall areas, including any irregularities. Accuracy is essential, as PLATSA modules can be combined in various heights and widths and should fit precisely to the millimeter.
- Consider which items you use most frequently in the hallway and want to have within easy reach, for example, jackets at hand height, shoes preferably lower down, and bags possibly in middle compartments.
- PLATSA offers corner modules. Use these if your hallway has a corner or niche. Corner solutions maximize storage space without reducing the passage width.
- Pull-out shoe racks are recommended for shoes. They come in various heights and significantly improve accessibility.
- The door opening direction should fit the hallway layout so that no one is obstructed. It’s worth carefully checking the door swings.
- Note that with a ceiling height of 2.45 meters (8 feet), the 226 cm (7 ft 5 in) high PLATSA modules are most commonly used, as they are easily accessible while still providing ample storage.
- Don’t underestimate internal organization: hook rails, insert baskets, or a combination of baskets in drawers allow for a high level of order.
Do you already have an idea whether the hallway will be straight or have a corner area? That would make detailed planning easier.
Dilen schrieb:
Do you already have an idea whether the hallway is planned as a straight corridor or includes a corner section?Thank you for the detailed advice! As I mentioned, my hallway is more rectangular, without corner sections or recesses—just a straight corridor. This probably makes corner modules less relevant. I was thinking of placing several tall units along one wall and organizing them in a practical way. I’m interested in how to best balance cabinet doors, which help keep the hallway looking clean and uncluttered, with practical drawers. Do you have any recommendations on how many and which components are most useful? Also, how important is it to keep the PLATSA modules all at the same height?
If the hallway is a straight corridor without any corners, it really makes sense to plan the PLATSA modules in a straight line along one wall, ideally up to just below the ceiling, to fully utilize the volume.
- Regarding the “balance” of cabinet doors and drawers: I recommend planning about 60-70% of the area with doors to keep the appearance calm and consistent. The remaining 30-40% can be fitted with drawers for smaller, frequently used items.
- Drawers are ideal for gloves, hats, keys, bag accessories—everything you want to have quickly at hand.
- Adjusting the module heights offers the advantage of a harmonious look and a thoughtful usable height when operating: when everything is at the same height, it appears more elegant and easier to plan.
- For the PLATSA height of about 226 cm (89 inches), I usually allow seven to eight shelves and compartments. This provides enough flexibility for long coats in the closed section or smaller compartments for shoes and accessories.
- If possible, I would place the modules on a base or legs in front of the wall to compensate for floor thresholds or small unevenness. If needed, you can plan additional shoe racks underneath.
- Pay attention to the door swings as Dilen already mentioned, and note them during the dimension planning. The doors should not block each other or obstruct the hallway.
- Regarding the “balance” of cabinet doors and drawers: I recommend planning about 60-70% of the area with doors to keep the appearance calm and consistent. The remaining 30-40% can be fitted with drawers for smaller, frequently used items.
- Drawers are ideal for gloves, hats, keys, bag accessories—everything you want to have quickly at hand.
- Adjusting the module heights offers the advantage of a harmonious look and a thoughtful usable height when operating: when everything is at the same height, it appears more elegant and easier to plan.
- For the PLATSA height of about 226 cm (89 inches), I usually allow seven to eight shelves and compartments. This provides enough flexibility for long coats in the closed section or smaller compartments for shoes and accessories.
- If possible, I would place the modules on a base or legs in front of the wall to compensate for floor thresholds or small unevenness. If needed, you can plan additional shoe racks underneath.
- Pay attention to the door swings as Dilen already mentioned, and note them during the dimension planning. The doors should not block each other or obstruct the hallway.
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