ᐅ How do I plan the installation of PAX wardrobes under sloped ceilings?

Hello everyone,

I am currently planning to install a Pax wardrobe system from IKEA in a room with a sloped ceiling at my home. Unfortunately, the planning is a bit tricky because the slopes don’t quite match the standard wardrobe dimensions. My question is: What is the best way to plan a Pax installation with sloped ceilings to make the most of the available storage space while ensuring a stable and functional solution?

The following conditions apply: The sloped ceiling starts at a room height of 1.40 m (4 ft 7 in) and slopes down to about 0.80 m (2 ft 7 in). The length of the wall with the slope is approximately 3.50 m (11 ft 6 in).

Does anyone have practical tips or experience? Are there specific components that are better to leave out or add, and how can I best adjust the interior layout (shelves, hanging rods, etc.)?

I look forward to your input!

First of all, a warm welcome to the discussion!

Building a PAX wardrobe under sloped ceilings requires careful planning, especially regarding the height limitations caused by the slope. I like to break down my approach into several steps:

- Measuring: Create an accurate height profile of the slope by measuring the room height at multiple points.

- Planning the units: PAX wardrobes come in different heights, usually 201 cm or 236 cm (79 inches or 93 inches). For sloped ceilings, you should opt for the shorter options and arrange them so that they are positioned at the tallest part of the room.

- Cutting and base construction: If a continuous unit is placed against the sloped wall, it’s advisable to install a baseboard or a supporting structure that compensates for the slope.

- Interior fittings: Low areas are better suited for drawers or shelves without clothing rails since full hanging height is usually not needed there. Hanging clothes can be stored in the taller PAX units.

- Special doors: If you want to use doors, there are PAX fronts that can be trimmed or replaced with sliding doors.

In summary: Measure on-site shortly before installation, then position smaller wardrobe units, plan drawers and shelves for low areas, and use taller units with clothing rails higher up. A few PAX filler strips or additional frames can help adapt the units to the slope.

I hope this helps you!

I simply arranged the wardrobe frames along my sloped ceiling so that the tallest ones are at the back and they get lower towards the front. Important: Use the smaller cabinets, as they fit better under sloped corners. Adjust the interior layout according to the room height; shelves work better in lower areas.

GUMARTINA schrieb:
I simply arranged the wardrobe frames along my sloped ceiling so that the tallest ones are at the back and they get lower towards the front.

This approach is correct. I would like to add that when planning PAX wardrobes for sloped ceilings, special attention should be paid to the following details:

- Precise measurement: Accurately accounting for the ceiling height at each position of the sloped element is essential to avoid gaps.

- Product options: IKEA offers different cabinet depths (35 cm and 58 cm (14 inches and 23 inches)). Shallower cabinets are often more suitable for sloped ceilings as they take up less space.

- Interior layout: Clothing rails can be used with angled brackets, shortened rods, or installed in higher sections.

- Door adjustments: Using shortened doors or switching to sliding doors helps prevent opening issues in low areas.

- Stability: When combining elements of varying heights, it is advisable to connect them and secure them to the wall to ensure stability.

If possible, using a measurement service or custom modifications is recommended for an optimal fit, but with PAX modules and these tips, an excellent solution can be achieved.

I hope this systematic overview helps you with a practical planning approach.