ᐅ How much storage space do IKEA Brimnes furniture pieces actually provide?
Created on: 14 Aug 2023 08:37
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TaneminHello everyone,
I am currently considering purchasing some furniture from the IKEA Brimnes series, as it is quite popular due to its storage capacity. However, I have not been able to find precise, detailed information about the exact storage volume of the individual pieces – for example, in liters or cubic meters. My question is: How much storage space do IKEA Brimnes furniture items actually offer?
I am especially interested in the storage volume of wardrobes, beds with storage boxes, and dressers from the series. If anyone has exact measurements, volume data, or practical experience, I would be very grateful. Information about how much of the storage space can actually be used effectively for clothes, bedding, or other items would also be very helpful.
I look forward to your replies!
I am currently considering purchasing some furniture from the IKEA Brimnes series, as it is quite popular due to its storage capacity. However, I have not been able to find precise, detailed information about the exact storage volume of the individual pieces – for example, in liters or cubic meters. My question is: How much storage space do IKEA Brimnes furniture items actually offer?
I am especially interested in the storage volume of wardrobes, beds with storage boxes, and dressers from the series. If anyone has exact measurements, volume data, or practical experience, I would be very grateful. Information about how much of the storage space can actually be used effectively for clothes, bedding, or other items would also be very helpful.
I look forward to your replies!
Hello Tanemin,
I will try to answer your question as comprehensively as possible. The Brimnes series at IKEA is actually very well designed in terms of storage space, even though it may look simple at first glance.
Regarding storage in the furniture:
- The Brimnes wardrobe with 2 doors offers approximately 120 to 140 liters (4.2 to 4.9 cubic feet) of storage space inside (comparable to a small wardrobe). Additionally, there are often two drawers that hold around 50 liters (1.8 cubic feet) in total.
- The Brimnes bed with storage boxes (for example, 140x200 cm (55x79 inches)) has, depending on the width, 2 large lift-up storage boxes under the bed, each providing about 70 to 80 liters (2.5 to 2.8 cubic feet) of space. In total, that is around 150 to 160 liters (5.3 to 5.6 cubic feet).
- Dressers from the series usually have 3-4 drawers depending on the size, with a volume of 30 to 50 liters (1.1 to 1.8 cubic feet) per drawer.
The dimensions naturally vary between models, and it is important to note that IKEA’s product pages often list only the external dimensions, not the actual internal volume.
In terms of practical use: many people report that the storage space works very well for clothes and bedding, especially when packed systematically (e.g., rolling instead of folding) and using vacuum bags.
If you like, I can also prepare a list with the measurements of the individual wardrobe types and boxes.
I will try to answer your question as comprehensively as possible. The Brimnes series at IKEA is actually very well designed in terms of storage space, even though it may look simple at first glance.
Regarding storage in the furniture:
- The Brimnes wardrobe with 2 doors offers approximately 120 to 140 liters (4.2 to 4.9 cubic feet) of storage space inside (comparable to a small wardrobe). Additionally, there are often two drawers that hold around 50 liters (1.8 cubic feet) in total.
- The Brimnes bed with storage boxes (for example, 140x200 cm (55x79 inches)) has, depending on the width, 2 large lift-up storage boxes under the bed, each providing about 70 to 80 liters (2.5 to 2.8 cubic feet) of space. In total, that is around 150 to 160 liters (5.3 to 5.6 cubic feet).
- Dressers from the series usually have 3-4 drawers depending on the size, with a volume of 30 to 50 liters (1.1 to 1.8 cubic feet) per drawer.
The dimensions naturally vary between models, and it is important to note that IKEA’s product pages often list only the external dimensions, not the actual internal volume.
In terms of practical use: many people report that the storage space works very well for clothes and bedding, especially when packed systematically (e.g., rolling instead of folding) and using vacuum bags.
If you like, I can also prepare a list with the measurements of the individual wardrobe types and boxes.
gregto schrieb:
The Brimnes series at IKEA is actually very well designed in terms of storage, even though it looks simple at first glance.I can confirm that. I have the Brimnes bed in 160x200 cm (63x79 inches) with a storage box and have been using it for a year. The boxes under the bed are really spacious and offer more room than expected – I can easily store winter bedding and much more.
To add some numbers: the two storage boxes together actually have a volume of about 150 liters (40 gallons). You can compare that to a suitcase.
Regarding the dressers, I can only add that the drawers aren’t very deep (about 30 cm / 12 inches inside), which is actually practical because it makes it easier to organize clothes without stacking too much.
For the Brimnes wardrobe (2-door), I can confirm: internal dimensions are approximately 90 cm (35 inches) wide, 50 cm (20 inches) deep, and 190 cm (75 inches) high.
This provides about 85-90 liters (3 to 3.2 cubic feet) of storage capacity per shelf.
The drawers offer around 50 liters (1.8 cubic feet) of storage each. They are suitable for several sweaters or bedding.
The boxes from the bed measure roughly 45 x 80 x 20 cm (18 x 31 x 8 inches) – about 70 liters (2.5 cubic feet) per box.
This provides about 85-90 liters (3 to 3.2 cubic feet) of storage capacity per shelf.
The drawers offer around 50 liters (1.8 cubic feet) of storage each. They are suitable for several sweaters or bedding.
The boxes from the bed measure roughly 45 x 80 x 20 cm (18 x 31 x 8 inches) – about 70 liters (2.5 cubic feet) per box.
Tanemin schrieb:
How much storage space do IKEA Brimnes furniture pieces actually offer?From an analytical perspective, it is useful to differentiate between the theoretical volume figures and practical usability.
Storage capacity is often given in liters or cubic meters, but in actual use, space can be limited by built-in components (e.g., shelves, drawer slides) or the shape of the furniture. Especially in drawers, the internal dimensions are usually smaller than the external cabinet size.
Usability also depends on the intended purpose. For bulky bedding, the Brimnes bed with boxes is usually ideal, as it allows easy storage of flat, large items. For clothing, dressers and wardrobes with drawers and hanging options are better suited.
Personally, I would advise against relying on a single numerical value as a measure, and instead always consider the internal dimensions in relation to your specific needs.
A quick tip from experience: If you want to make the most of the storage space in Brimnes furniture, it’s a good idea to carefully measure the internal dimensions of each drawer and compartment and possibly cut storage boxes to fit.
This way, you can organize the available storage space more efficiently. Measuring is also worthwhile because the actual usable dimensions of IKEA furniture often differ slightly from the external dimensions, as drawer slides or frames take up some space.
In summary:
- Brimnes drawers: approx. 45–50 liters (12–13 gallons) volume
- Under-bed storage boxes: approx. 70–80 liters (18–21 gallons)
- Wardrobe internal volume: approx. 100–140 liters (26–37 gallons) depending on the section
This simple approach helps you get the maximum out of the space.
This way, you can organize the available storage space more efficiently. Measuring is also worthwhile because the actual usable dimensions of IKEA furniture often differ slightly from the external dimensions, as drawer slides or frames take up some space.
In summary:
- Brimnes drawers: approx. 45–50 liters (12–13 gallons) volume
- Under-bed storage boxes: approx. 70–80 liters (18–21 gallons)
- Wardrobe internal volume: approx. 100–140 liters (26–37 gallons) depending on the section
This simple approach helps you get the maximum out of the space.
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