ᐅ How can Ikea Pax wardrobes be optimally organized for children's clothing?
Created on: 9 Mar 2017 08:12
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Kekin35
Hello everyone, I would like to start a detailed discussion on the topic: “How can an Ikea Pax wardrobe system be designed for optimal organization of children’s clothing, so that different sizes, seasonal changes, and various types of garments (e.g., pants, tops, rompers) are stored clearly and are quickly accessible?” I recently bought a Pax myself and am currently facing challenges with the layout. I am especially interested in how to make the best use of the limited storage space, which shelves or inserts are useful, and if you know any proven tips to keep the order for a long time. Also, any advice on how to adapt the system as the child grows without having to constantly reorganize everything would be appreciated. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Kekin35 schrieb:
I’m asking because I want to order the inserts to fit properly and not just buy everything on a guess. Here’s a tip I always share during planning: In the Pax 100cm (39 inches) model, the internal dimensions are roughly – width: about 98cm (39 inches), depth: 56cm (22 inches), height depending on the number of shelves/drawers. Ikea typically offers drawers in 50cm (20 inches) and 75cm (30 inches) widths. For children’s clothing, 50cm (20 inches) wide drawers are sufficient since you can assign different categories within each drawer. It’s important to visibly separate the inserts according to the type of clothing, for example with small dividers in the top drawer for underwear or socks. I also recommend using deep drawers at the bottom for jackets and sweaters, which require more storage space.
Regarding materials: plastic boxes with high stability work best; they are easy to clean and relatively lightweight.
I’ll summarize my main findings and would appreciate your feedback:
- The wardrobe should be divided into several zones (season, size, type of clothing);
- Top shelves for rarely used or seasonal clothing;
- Middle drawers with compartments for small items like socks and bodysuits;
- Larger compartments or boxes at the bottom for pants and jackets;
- Shelves of about 98x56 cm (39x22 inches) fit well;
- Drawer widths of 50 cm (20 inches) work well for most uses;
- Color coding or labels help with organization;
- Regular decluttering is important.
Could you share your experiences about what has worked well for you and what hasn’t? Are there any clever tips for seasonal wardrobe changes to avoid creating chaos everywhere?
- The wardrobe should be divided into several zones (season, size, type of clothing);
- Top shelves for rarely used or seasonal clothing;
- Middle drawers with compartments for small items like socks and bodysuits;
- Larger compartments or boxes at the bottom for pants and jackets;
- Shelves of about 98x56 cm (39x22 inches) fit well;
- Drawer widths of 50 cm (20 inches) work well for most uses;
- Color coding or labels help with organization;
- Regular decluttering is important.
Could you share your experiences about what has worked well for you and what hasn’t? Are there any clever tips for seasonal wardrobe changes to avoid creating chaos everywhere?
Kekin35 schrieb:
Can you share your experiences about what has worked particularly well for you and what hasn’t? What worked well for us is the combination of "active" and "ready to transition." I set up a medium drawer as a buffer for the next size up clothing. It remains accessible but out of the way. Once the child grows into that size, the clothes move into the everyday drawer, and the previous size is either sorted out or stored away. This prevents unnecessary clutter.
I also recommend having a small basket labeled "second choice": clothes that are already too small but can still be used as play clothes or passed down to siblings. This creates a designated place for these transitional phases.
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