Hello everyone,
I am currently planning to rearrange my living space and am considering using Ikea Pax wardrobes as room dividers. I am wondering how to best use these wardrobes not only to visually separate areas but also to functionally divide rooms in a practical way. It is important to me to know how to safely install the wardrobes, whether they should be securely anchored to the wall, and how to possibly design them so that they can be easily accessed from both sides.
I am also interested in your experiences with structural stability, especially when placing the wardrobes in the middle of the room without leaning them against a wall. Is it worthwhile to combine individual units, or is it better to use complete modules?
I would appreciate any tips on fastening options, ideas for room layout, and suggestions for interior design (such as shelving, doors, lighting).
What are your experiences? Are there any particular tricks you would recommend for optimizing the use of Ikea Pax wardrobes as room dividers?
I am currently planning to rearrange my living space and am considering using Ikea Pax wardrobes as room dividers. I am wondering how to best use these wardrobes not only to visually separate areas but also to functionally divide rooms in a practical way. It is important to me to know how to safely install the wardrobes, whether they should be securely anchored to the wall, and how to possibly design them so that they can be easily accessed from both sides.
I am also interested in your experiences with structural stability, especially when placing the wardrobes in the middle of the room without leaning them against a wall. Is it worthwhile to combine individual units, or is it better to use complete modules?
I would appreciate any tips on fastening options, ideas for room layout, and suggestions for interior design (such as shelving, doors, lighting).
What are your experiences? Are there any particular tricks you would recommend for optimizing the use of Ikea Pax wardrobes as room dividers?
Regarding structural stability: If the Pax wardrobe is freestanding without a wall, I recommend providing floor reinforcement using angle brackets that are screwed in from the sides. Alternatively, attachment to the ceiling or floor is possible.
Additionally, the original wardrobe legs are only partially suitable for freestanding locations. Replacement with more robust legs is possible.
Using the wardrobe as a room divider becomes more efficient when the wardrobe is used modularly and some back panels are replaced with shelves.
Lighting can be easily integrated with LED strips; switchable, dimmable versions are recommended.
Additionally, the original wardrobe legs are only partially suitable for freestanding locations. Replacement with more robust legs is possible.
Using the wardrobe as a room divider becomes more efficient when the wardrobe is used modularly and some back panels are replaced with shelves.
Lighting can be easily integrated with LED strips; switchable, dimmable versions are recommended.
refinar schrieb:
1. Stability: The cabinets are actually designed for wall mounting, so I definitely recommend securing them as room dividers as well, either to the ceiling, the floor, or by using strong connectors between multiple cabinets. This prevents tipping over.That makes sense to me, but my apartment is arranged in such a way that securing to the wall isn’t possible because the cabinet has to stand in the middle of the room.
Does anyone have practical experience with how to stabilize these cabinets safely without wall mounting? Are floor brackets or inter-cabinet connectors sufficient? Or are there other tricks?
FLOLEO schrieb:
My tip: See if you can use glass doors instead of solid doors, or even open shelves. This creates a lighter feel and prevents the space from feeling too heavy.I really like that! I hadn’t considered that it might affect the sense of space. Which doors would be the most practical for that? The Pax glass doors?
I had great experiences last year with my Pax wardrobe room dividers! If you can’t attach the wardrobes to the wall, I recommend a combination of:
- Securing heavy-duty anchors to the floor
- Connecting the wardrobes to each other with brackets
- Leveling the floor using rubber pads
This way, everything stays securely in place and stable against tipping.
Additionally, I installed LEDs inside the shelves, which really makes the space feel cozy. Go for it—it’s fun and also provides plenty of storage!
- Securing heavy-duty anchors to the floor
- Connecting the wardrobes to each other with brackets
- Leveling the floor using rubber pads
This way, everything stays securely in place and stable against tipping.
Additionally, I installed LEDs inside the shelves, which really makes the space feel cozy. Go for it—it’s fun and also provides plenty of storage!
soneo schrieb:
Does anyone have practical experience with stabilizing cabinets securely without attaching them to the wall? Are floor brackets or connecting them to each other sufficient? Or are there other tricks?As an experienced user of Pax cabinet room dividers, I can say that connecting the cabinets to each other with cabinet connectors greatly increases stability.
Floor brackets alone are usually not enough, especially if the cabinet is tall. Additional support braces at the back or the use of rear cross braces (if possible) significantly improve the structure’s stability.
I also recommend placing the cabinet on level, hard floors rather than carpets. If the floor is uneven, adjustable feet with leveling capabilities can help.
When using glass or open elements, be mindful of the weight and, if necessary, reinforce the construction accordingly.
Thank you very much for the valuable tips!
That sounds like a practical solution, I will take a look at those connecting fittings.
One more detailed question about the cabinet doors: I have mixed ideas here. On one hand, I would prefer doors that can open from both sides for safety reasons. Is there a practical way to design doors so they can be opened from both sides or at least allow easy access from both sides?
Alternatively, you could put doors on one side and shelves on the other, but that would, of course, affect the overall appearance...
KUDAISY schrieb:
Connecting the cabinets to each other with cam connectors significantly increases stability.
That sounds like a practical solution, I will take a look at those connecting fittings.
One more detailed question about the cabinet doors: I have mixed ideas here. On one hand, I would prefer doors that can open from both sides for safety reasons. Is there a practical way to design doors so they can be opened from both sides or at least allow easy access from both sides?
Alternatively, you could put doors on one side and shelves on the other, but that would, of course, affect the overall appearance...
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