ᐅ Which Ikea Pax wardrobe combinations are especially practical?
Created on: 9 Apr 2021 19:12
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Plokatrin
Hello everyone, I am currently planning a new wardrobe and considering purchasing an Ikea Pax wardrobe. My question is: Which Ikea Pax wardrobe combinations are especially practical, particularly if you value flexible storage and a highly customizable interior? I have a room about 2.5 m (8 ft) wide and 2.3 m (7.5 ft) high available. It is important for me to have a combination that works well for different types of clothing (from hanging shirts to folded sweaters), and also allows for good storage of shoes and accessories. Does anyone have experience or specific recommendations regarding size, interior layout, or door types? Thanks in advance for your answers!
I love my Pax wardrobe with two 100cm (40 inch) wide units because I can fit so much in there! I especially like the drawers with glass fronts, as you can see everything at a glance. The LED lighting also makes a huge difference. Definitely give it a try—it makes the wardrobe really practical and attractive 🙂
Good point from retau regarding lighting. However, it’s important to note that Pax lighting is often designed for 12 volts and requires additional accessories such as a transformer. Therefore, plan ahead to avoid unexpectedly missing cables or installation aids.
Regarding combinations: I recommend a mix of open and closed compartments inside. Open shelves at eye level are suitable for frequently used clothing, combined with lower drawers and hanging rods for longer items.
Regarding combinations: I recommend a mix of open and closed compartments inside. Open shelves at eye level are suitable for frequently used clothing, combined with lower drawers and hanging rods for longer items.
retau schrieb:
I especially like the drawers with glass fronts because you can see the contents at a glance!The advantage of glass fronts is the easy visibility of the contents; however, they are not for everyone since the inside of the cabinet is always visible and requires a certain level of tidiness. Additionally, glass fronts are less resistant to scratches compared to solid wood or MDF fronts.
Therefore, I recommend glass fronts only if the interior is kept very organized; otherwise, classic closed fronts are preferable.
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Plokatrin10 Apr 2021 11:05Thank you for the responses so far! Your ideas and tips are very helpful, especially the advice on different closet rods for various types of clothing. One more question: Has anyone had experience with the depth of Pax wardrobes (35 cm (14 inches) vs. 58 cm (23 inches))? So far, I’ve only seen the 58 cm (23 inches) version, but 35 cm (14 inches) might save space. Would that be practical if I mainly hang shirts and jackets? I would store shoes separately.
Also, I’m interested in measurements for hinged doors versus sliding doors to better understand what would work in my space.
Also, I’m interested in measurements for hinged doors versus sliding doors to better understand what would work in my space.
Plokatrin schrieb:
Does anyone have experience with the depth of Pax wardrobes (35 cm (14 inches) vs. 58 cm (23 inches))? The 35 cm (14 inches) depth is especially suitable for hanging clothes like shirts and blouses that take up little volume, and for rooms with limited space. The 58 cm (23 inches) depth is standard and provides full storage capacity, including for thicker jackets and sweaters. It depends on your personal clothing style. Alternatively, 35 cm (14 inches) deep units can be combined with 58 cm (23 inches) deep ones if space allows.
Regarding doors: Sliding doors require about 7 cm (3 inches) more width because they overlap, but they save space in terms of depth. Hinged doors need clearance in front of the wardrobe (at least 60 cm (24 inches)) but offer unrestricted access to the interior.
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Cecilera6610 Apr 2021 13:45Use only 58cm (23 inches) depth; it is more flexible for various types of clothing. I find sliding doors more practical when there is limited space in the room.
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