Hello everyone, I have an apartment with sloped ceilings and I am planning to make the best use of the available space for my wardrobe. I am interested in the different Ikea Pax models and their suitability for rooms with sloped ceilings. My specific question is: which Ikea Pax wardrobe models or systems are particularly well suited for use in rooms with sloped ceilings? Are there models that adapt better to slanted walls, or special sizes and combinations you would recommend? Any tips on possible modifications or alternatives within the Pax range would also be very helpful. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
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pautanner1 Feb 2017 09:33dinano schrieb:
The grid dimensions are very rigid specifications that can’t easily be adapted to an individual sloped ceiling.That’s true, but for me, that’s actually part of the appeal of Pax – it’s basically a DIY wardrobe system made up of standard components. Cutting or adjusting a little bit is normal for one part or another.
I personally put together a combination under the sloped roof using a 201 cm (79 inch) frame and two 50 cm (20 inch) widths. I skipped the overhead cabinets and instead added open shelves above – it worked really well.
It might sound a bit crazy, but I even trimmed the back panel slightly at the top edge of the cabinets to get a perfect fit. All in all, it’s a fun puzzle, and if you enjoy DIY projects like this, Pax is definitely worth considering for sloped ceilings.
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MELANIE411 Feb 2017 10:05Regarding doors: Sliding doors are often more practical for sloped ceilings since they do not need to swing outward. However, if the slope starts very low, you might need to adjust the upper track yourself or find alternative solutions. Hinged doors are less flexible with sloped roofs.
Luneleo schrieb:
Are there models that adapt better to sloped walls, or specific sizes and combinations you would recommend?I would also suggest considering the interior fittings of the wardrobes during the planning stage. Sliding doors are great, no doubt, but if you mainly need hanging space for clothes, a hinged door wardrobe can sometimes be more practical, if space allows.
Additionally, with Pax, you can use 75 cm (30 inch) wide modules and combine them with smaller shelving units to cleverly fill “gaps” caused by the slope.
A little tip: sometimes it’s worth using the sloped area directly as a shelf or seating space instead of planning rigid storage there. This can make the whole setup feel more open.
kaju67 schrieb:
Sometimes it’s worth using the sloped area directly as a shelf or seating space instead of planning rigid storage there.I completely agree. A fully enclosed solution is not always the best choice, especially with sloped ceilings. You can also configure cabinets modularly—partly with shelves and partly with closed fronts.
Regarding the Pax system: in my opinion, the 236cm (7 ft 9 in) version is less suitable for sloped ceilings because it is usually too tall. However, if you have a low or gentle slope, they can work.
Another option is customized Pax side panels or corner pieces, although IKEA does not offer official solutions for this, so you have to go the DIY route.
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