ᐅ Are there also IKEA PAX wardrobes with a shallow depth suitable for narrow rooms?

flota schrieb:
Sliding doors take up less space in front of the wardrobe than hinged doors and are suitable for tighter room layouts.

I would like to put that into perspective. Sliding doors do save space in front of the wardrobe, but in very narrow rooms, I have observed some disadvantages, such as reduced access to individual sections since you can only open one side completely at a time.

Additionally:
- The shallow PAX units with a depth of 35 cm (14 inches) are indeed limited in terms of functionality due to their depth.
- It’s also important to consider the load capacity of the door fittings and the weight of the doors, especially with frequent use.

My suggestion would be to evaluate the choice not only based on depth but also on practical usability. Perhaps a compromise with a depth of 58 cm (23 inches) and well-organized interior solutions could be worthwhile if the room allows at least a little extra space.

What are the exact room dimensions? Are there perhaps alternative design options that could complement the IKEA PAX system?

moses schrieb:
For my small room, I chose the 35 cm (14 inch) version and partly supplemented it with drawers. It's a bit different in use but quite practical.

Thank you all, especially for the tip regarding the 35 cm (14 inch) depth. My room allows a maximum depth of about 38 cm (15 inches) for the wardrobe, which is the floor-to-wall depth. So I have to keep it as shallow as possible.

The wall width is around 180 cm (71 inches). I’m planning a PAX wardrobe with sliding doors, if possible. The main focus is on hanging space for shirts and jackets, while shoes will be stored separately in a lower cabinet next to it.

The warning that 35 cm (14 inch) depth might be too tight for hangers is a bit concerning. Are there special narrower hangers I could use? Or perhaps alternatives to keep shirts neatly stored?

If anyone has tips for optimizing the interior layout with such limited depth, I’d appreciate hearing them.

issac48 schrieb:
The main focus is on hanging space for shirts and jackets, with shoes to be stored in a separate lower cabinet next to it.

From a technical point of view, slim clothes hangers made of metal or plastic with a width of about 38 cm (15 inches) are available, which can fit into PAX units that are 35 cm (14 inches) deep. This helps to save some space.

Alternatively, IKEA and other suppliers offer PAX accessories such as double hanging rods at different heights, which make more efficient use of the storage space.

However, note that hanging space in a 35 cm (14 inches) deep unit is limited in both width and depth — some shirts or jackets might brush against the bottom of the cabinet or the door if they hang too deeply. One option is to install the hanging rod closer to the front so there is enough clearance.

In summary:
- Use slimmer hangers
- Position the hanging rod as far forward as possible
- Also consider two-tier options for shirts and shorter garments

This should work well without requiring too many compromises.