ᐅ How should I plan an Ikea PAX wardrobe for storing winter clothing?
Created on: 14 Nov 2021 08:37
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Reno38Hello everyone,
I am planning to add an Ikea Pax system to my bedroom to find a good solution for storing my winter clothes. It is important to me not only to have plenty of space but also to organize it thoughtfully in terms of volume, accessibility, and protecting the clothes from dust and moisture.
Currently, I store my winter jackets, thick sweaters, and scarves rather temporarily, which becomes impractical in the long run.
My question is: how do I best plan the Pax system to store winter clothes neatly? Tips on shelf dividers, drawers, and possibly hanging rods would be helpful. How much space is roughly needed per type of clothing, and how can I avoid everything becoming too cramped or cluttered?
I look forward to your experiences and concrete suggestions!
I am planning to add an Ikea Pax system to my bedroom to find a good solution for storing my winter clothes. It is important to me not only to have plenty of space but also to organize it thoughtfully in terms of volume, accessibility, and protecting the clothes from dust and moisture.
Currently, I store my winter jackets, thick sweaters, and scarves rather temporarily, which becomes impractical in the long run.
My question is: how do I best plan the Pax system to store winter clothes neatly? Tips on shelf dividers, drawers, and possibly hanging rods would be helpful. How much space is roughly needed per type of clothing, and how can I avoid everything becoming too cramped or cluttered?
I look forward to your experiences and concrete suggestions!
C
Cecilera6614 Nov 2021 09:12For winter clothing, I would especially focus on using tall drawers and install rods at the top for jackets. Just avoid overfilling the drawers so nothing gets wrinkled. Also, use slim hangers to save space.
Hello Reno38,
First of all, it’s helpful to quantify the type and amount of your winter clothing: How many jackets, sweaters, or scarves do you have, and what is their weight? This significantly affects how you organize the PAX wardrobes.
I recommend planning the layout based on frequency of use and volume. Here is a detailed approach:
- Start by measuring: The PAX systems come in various widths (50, 75, 100 cm (20, 30, 40 inches)) and heights. For winter clothing, deeper units are advisable, at least 58 cm (23 inches).
- Clothes rods are ideal for jackets and coats, allowing you to hang them neatly – note that jackets require more space per item, so plan for about 6-8 cm (2.5-3 inches) per garment on the rod.
- For sweaters, I suggest sturdy shelves or large drawers that aren’t overfilled to avoid flattening knitwear and to allow air circulation.
- Scarves and hats can be well organized in small, divided drawers or in boxes placed on the shelves.
- Pay attention to dust protection: LED interior lighting and closed doors help. Suitable storage boxes made of fabric or breathable materials extend the lifespan of your clothing.
Could you provide more details about the quantity or whether you prefer a wider or taller setup? Sometimes a combination of several narrow units is more flexible than a wide one.
First of all, it’s helpful to quantify the type and amount of your winter clothing: How many jackets, sweaters, or scarves do you have, and what is their weight? This significantly affects how you organize the PAX wardrobes.
I recommend planning the layout based on frequency of use and volume. Here is a detailed approach:
- Start by measuring: The PAX systems come in various widths (50, 75, 100 cm (20, 30, 40 inches)) and heights. For winter clothing, deeper units are advisable, at least 58 cm (23 inches).
- Clothes rods are ideal for jackets and coats, allowing you to hang them neatly – note that jackets require more space per item, so plan for about 6-8 cm (2.5-3 inches) per garment on the rod.
- For sweaters, I suggest sturdy shelves or large drawers that aren’t overfilled to avoid flattening knitwear and to allow air circulation.
- Scarves and hats can be well organized in small, divided drawers or in boxes placed on the shelves.
- Pay attention to dust protection: LED interior lighting and closed doors help. Suitable storage boxes made of fabric or breathable materials extend the lifespan of your clothing.
Could you provide more details about the quantity or whether you prefer a wider or taller setup? Sometimes a combination of several narrow units is more flexible than a wide one.
Hello Reno38,
I think it’s great that you’re carefully considering how to make the best use of your PAX system. Especially in winter, having a clear overview is essential.
One tip from me: plan several zones in your wardrobe for your winter clothes. For example, use a top shelf for thick sweaters that you don’t wear often, folded in stacks, and below that, a rail for jackets and coats.
Small boxes or pull-out baskets work well for scarves and accessories, which you can place on the shelves. This not only keeps things organized but also makes everything easily accessible.
It’s also important to think before planning about which items you won’t need in the upcoming season so you can leave that space free or protect it with dust covers.
I think it’s great that you’re carefully considering how to make the best use of your PAX system. Especially in winter, having a clear overview is essential.
One tip from me: plan several zones in your wardrobe for your winter clothes. For example, use a top shelf for thick sweaters that you don’t wear often, folded in stacks, and below that, a rail for jackets and coats.
Small boxes or pull-out baskets work well for scarves and accessories, which you can place on the shelves. This not only keeps things organized but also makes everything easily accessible.
It’s also important to think before planning about which items you won’t need in the upcoming season so you can leave that space free or protect it with dust covers.
glamo schrieb:
Could you say a bit more about the quantity or whether you prefer to build wider or taller? Sometimes a combination of several narrow units is more flexible than one wide one. Thanks for the detailed response! Regarding quantity: I have about 5 thick winter jackets, around 10 to 15 heavier sweaters, some lighter knitwear, and a normal amount of scarves and hats.
The space isn’t very large, so I’m leaning more toward height or depth, with a maximum wall width of 2 meters (6.6 feet). It should be possible to store lighter items on the lower levels as well. I don’t really want too many individual PAX units, but flexibility is of course good.
So maybe 2 wide units are better than 4 narrow ones? What do you think? And how do you view the balance between hanging rods, shelves, and drawers?
Hello Reno38,
I will address your question step by step to help you optimize your PAX planning:
- Dimensions and layout: With a wall width of 2 meters (6 ft 7 in), you can use two 100 cm (39 inches) wide frames instead of four narrow elements. This is generally better because you have fewer dividing walls and can use larger compartments.
- Heights: I recommend PAX units about 236 cm (7 ft 9 in) high, as these are the most common nowadays. This way, you can store less frequently used items at the top.
- Clothes rails: For your five jackets, a single clothes rail about 80–100 cm (31–39 inches) wide is sufficient. It’s better to install it in the upper third of one of the wardrobes, so the jackets don’t touch the floor.
- Shelves and drawers: To accommodate around 10 to 15 sweaters, plan 2–3 shelves at eye level. Stack sweaters loosely, ideally 4–5 per shelf. Below the shelves, drawers or pull-out baskets are practical for scarves, hats, and thin knitwear.
- Storage at the bottom: Use the area near the floor for rarely used items, perhaps in dust covers or boxes. However, plan shelf heights carefully so you can also store large shoes or winter boots there if needed.
- Tip: When using the PAX configurator, use the option to position rails and shelves flexibly. This way, you can still adjust if necessary after the wardrobe is assembled.
If you want, I can provide you with a specific PAX configuration suggestion.
I will address your question step by step to help you optimize your PAX planning:
- Dimensions and layout: With a wall width of 2 meters (6 ft 7 in), you can use two 100 cm (39 inches) wide frames instead of four narrow elements. This is generally better because you have fewer dividing walls and can use larger compartments.
- Heights: I recommend PAX units about 236 cm (7 ft 9 in) high, as these are the most common nowadays. This way, you can store less frequently used items at the top.
- Clothes rails: For your five jackets, a single clothes rail about 80–100 cm (31–39 inches) wide is sufficient. It’s better to install it in the upper third of one of the wardrobes, so the jackets don’t touch the floor.
- Shelves and drawers: To accommodate around 10 to 15 sweaters, plan 2–3 shelves at eye level. Stack sweaters loosely, ideally 4–5 per shelf. Below the shelves, drawers or pull-out baskets are practical for scarves, hats, and thin knitwear.
- Storage at the bottom: Use the area near the floor for rarely used items, perhaps in dust covers or boxes. However, plan shelf heights carefully so you can also store large shoes or winter boots there if needed.
- Tip: When using the PAX configurator, use the option to position rails and shelves flexibly. This way, you can still adjust if necessary after the wardrobe is assembled.
If you want, I can provide you with a specific PAX configuration suggestion.
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