ᐅ How can I adapt Ikea Pax wardrobes to fit a sloped ceiling?
Created on: 17 Mar 2020 08:24
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kristianma
Hello everyone,
I am currently facing the challenge of adapting my Ikea PAX wardrobe to fit a sloped ceiling. The slope runs diagonally over a width of about 2.20 m (7 feet 3 inches) and drops from approximately 2.40 m (7 feet 10 inches) room height down to around 1.40 m (4 feet 7 inches). PAX wardrobes are usually designed for flat walls, so I’m wondering what the best approach is to make optimal use of the space without the wardrobe becoming unstable or wobbly.
Are there any proven methods or tips for fitting PAX units to sloped ceilings? Do the carcasses need to be modified, or is it sufficient to trim the bottoms? What about securing the wardrobe to the slope itself? I would appreciate detailed and practical advice, including any experiences on how to best implement this.
Thanks in advance for your support!
I am currently facing the challenge of adapting my Ikea PAX wardrobe to fit a sloped ceiling. The slope runs diagonally over a width of about 2.20 m (7 feet 3 inches) and drops from approximately 2.40 m (7 feet 10 inches) room height down to around 1.40 m (4 feet 7 inches). PAX wardrobes are usually designed for flat walls, so I’m wondering what the best approach is to make optimal use of the space without the wardrobe becoming unstable or wobbly.
Are there any proven methods or tips for fitting PAX units to sloped ceilings? Do the carcasses need to be modified, or is it sufficient to trim the bottoms? What about securing the wardrobe to the slope itself? I would appreciate detailed and practical advice, including any experiences on how to best implement this.
Thanks in advance for your support!
kristianma schrieb:
I considered having the top edges of the doors cut at an angle because I find it visually more consistent when the front follows the slope.This is how I see it: aesthetics become especially challenging if the front is not professionally refinished.
There is also an alternative approach:
- Keep the doors flat
- Attach a so-called “kickboard” or angled trim piece next to the cabinet
- Possibly use sliding doors, as they are less prone to warping
The fact is, the more custom modifications you do yourself, the greater the risk of damage or poor functionality.
You should take this into account when weighing the cost-benefit ratio.
Important: A stable floor and secure attachment to the roof slope itself are essential; otherwise, you may later experience issues with loose doors or unstable carcasses.
I just wanted to share my experience since I faced a similar challenge last year.
- We installed two Pax wardrobes side by side and cut the carcasses at the bottom to match the roof slope dimensions, but instead of cutting the slope directly into the carcass, we compensated with a one-sided, angled panel at the top.
- We used standard doors and simply adjusted the panels above them accordingly – visually, this hardly bothers us.
- It was also important to securely fix the wardrobes to the wall with additional brackets and to prevent slipping on the floor with baseboards.
This method worked well for us because it kept costs reasonable while ensuring stability.
Although it might not be the most elegant solution, the pragmatic approach was the best fit for us.
Maybe this gives you another idea to consider.
- We installed two Pax wardrobes side by side and cut the carcasses at the bottom to match the roof slope dimensions, but instead of cutting the slope directly into the carcass, we compensated with a one-sided, angled panel at the top.
- We used standard doors and simply adjusted the panels above them accordingly – visually, this hardly bothers us.
- It was also important to securely fix the wardrobes to the wall with additional brackets and to prevent slipping on the floor with baseboards.
This method worked well for us because it kept costs reasonable while ensuring stability.
Although it might not be the most elegant solution, the pragmatic approach was the best fit for us.
Maybe this gives you another idea to consider.
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