ᐅ Are there IKEA PAX wardrobes with especially large storage capacity?
Created on: 3 Apr 2024 08:52
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gretaje2Hello everyone,
I am planning to get an Ikea Pax wardrobe and have a somewhat specific question: Are there Pax wardrobe variants that offer particularly high storage capacity, meaning models or combinations that feature especially tall, wide, or deep interior dimensions?
I am looking to store not only clothing but also larger items such as bedding or travel bags, so I am searching for the most efficient solutions within the Pax system. For example, are there frames with specific measurements or special interior fittings that are recommended to maximize volume?
If you have experience or concrete recommendations on which Pax configurations are especially suitable for a lot of storage space, I would greatly appreciate any advice!
Thanks in advance!
I am planning to get an Ikea Pax wardrobe and have a somewhat specific question: Are there Pax wardrobe variants that offer particularly high storage capacity, meaning models or combinations that feature especially tall, wide, or deep interior dimensions?
I am looking to store not only clothing but also larger items such as bedding or travel bags, so I am searching for the most efficient solutions within the Pax system. For example, are there frames with specific measurements or special interior fittings that are recommended to maximize volume?
If you have experience or concrete recommendations on which Pax configurations are especially suitable for a lot of storage space, I would greatly appreciate any advice!
Thanks in advance!
In response to the question about maximizing storage capacity with IKEA Pax wardrobe systems: IKEA generally offers three standard frame widths in the Pax range – 50 cm, 75 cm, and 100 cm (20 inches, 30 inches, and 39 inches) – as well as two depths (35 cm and 58 cm (14 inches and 23 inches)).
To increase storage volume, it is advisable to choose the deeper option (58 cm) combined with the widest frame width (100 cm), as this combination maximizes the volume per cabinet unit. Additionally, tall frames (up to 236 cm (93 inches)) are available, allowing for floor-to-ceiling storage solutions.
A smart configuration might consist of several 100 cm wide units with a depth of 58 cm, stacked vertically and equipped flexibly with interior elements such as shelves, drawers, and hanging rails. This setup accommodates larger items effectively.
If ceiling height permits, Pax wardrobes offer the option to add extension frames that increase the height by approximately 40 cm (16 inches).
Another tip: Thanks to the modular design, you can tailor the available storage space perfectly to your room conditions.
To increase storage volume, it is advisable to choose the deeper option (58 cm) combined with the widest frame width (100 cm), as this combination maximizes the volume per cabinet unit. Additionally, tall frames (up to 236 cm (93 inches)) are available, allowing for floor-to-ceiling storage solutions.
A smart configuration might consist of several 100 cm wide units with a depth of 58 cm, stacked vertically and equipped flexibly with interior elements such as shelves, drawers, and hanging rails. This setup accommodates larger items effectively.
If ceiling height permits, Pax wardrobes offer the option to add extension frames that increase the height by approximately 40 cm (16 inches).
Another tip: Thanks to the modular design, you can tailor the available storage space perfectly to your room conditions.
I am happy to add a detailed look at the technical details and practical tips for volume utilization in the Pax system:
- The largest available frames in height are 236 cm (standard height) and 201 cm (lower variants). The maximum depth is 58 cm (23 inches), which is already useful for clothing and larger volumes.
- For basic volume, combinations of 100 cm (39 inches) width with 58 cm (23 inches) depth work best.
- The Pax systems offer adjustable shelves, drawers, and hanging rods. For large items like bedding, it is advisable to size shelves with enough height to accommodate boxes or bags, especially in the upper half.
- Note: The 58 cm (23 inches) depth is not always fully usable, as the hanging rods usually allow a few centimeters less clearance. You may need to position drawers or baskets deeper at the back accordingly.
To optimize volume, you can also place multiple Pax units side by side, as the system is modular. The frame elements can be fixed together to create large wardrobe walls.
Do you have exact room dimensions or ideas about the maximum height the wardrobe can be? That could help provide more targeted advice.
- The largest available frames in height are 236 cm (standard height) and 201 cm (lower variants). The maximum depth is 58 cm (23 inches), which is already useful for clothing and larger volumes.
- For basic volume, combinations of 100 cm (39 inches) width with 58 cm (23 inches) depth work best.
- The Pax systems offer adjustable shelves, drawers, and hanging rods. For large items like bedding, it is advisable to size shelves with enough height to accommodate boxes or bags, especially in the upper half.
- Note: The 58 cm (23 inches) depth is not always fully usable, as the hanging rods usually allow a few centimeters less clearance. You may need to position drawers or baskets deeper at the back accordingly.
To optimize volume, you can also place multiple Pax units side by side, as the system is modular. The frame elements can be fixed together to create large wardrobe walls.
Do you have exact room dimensions or ideas about the maximum height the wardrobe can be? That could help provide more targeted advice.
Hello,
I would like to add that besides the dimensions, the interior fittings are also important to use the storage space efficiently. Pax offers optional interior fittings such as drawers with full extension, shelves, and clothes rails at different heights for pants, shirts, or long coats.
For example, if you want to store large bags or suitcases, you can create lower compartments with greater spacing by using alternative divider options or even add-on frames.
Good planning with Ikea’s planning tools helps find the best possible combination of frame dimensions and interior fittings before ordering. The most expensive or largest models are not always the most practical if the available space is not used optimally.
Gretaje2, how big is your room, and how much space do you have available at most?
I would like to add that besides the dimensions, the interior fittings are also important to use the storage space efficiently. Pax offers optional interior fittings such as drawers with full extension, shelves, and clothes rails at different heights for pants, shirts, or long coats.
For example, if you want to store large bags or suitcases, you can create lower compartments with greater spacing by using alternative divider options or even add-on frames.
Good planning with Ikea’s planning tools helps find the best possible combination of frame dimensions and interior fittings before ordering. The most expensive or largest models are not always the most practical if the available space is not used optimally.
Gretaje2, how big is your room, and how much space do you have available at most?
Jeanbar schrieb:
Gretaje2, what is the size of your room and how much space do you have available at most? This is a really important question because maximizing volume utilization also depends on the room itself. The tall Pax units require at least 2.36 meters (7 ft 9 in) room height; with lower ceilings, optimization becomes more difficult.
Additionally, it should be considered that combining several 100 cm (39 inches) wide sections needs careful planning to avoid the storage wall becoming hard to access. The depth of 58 cm (23 inches) is suitable for most purposes, but in very small rooms, a depth of 35 cm (14 inches) can also be practical, although it offers less storage space.
Overall, I recommend the following Pax configuration for large storage capacity:
- Tallest frame (236 cm / 7 ft 9 in)
- Width of 100 cm (39 inches) or a combination of several 75 cm (30 inches) and 100 cm (39 inches) units
- Depth of 58 cm (23 inches)
- Interior fittings flexible for large items (adjustable higher shelves, drawers with large volume)
This way, the storage space can be optimized to the maximum.
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