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Marioni5126 Sep 2024 09:37Hello everyone,
I am facing the challenge of planning a new wardrobe from Ikea in my apartment, which has very limited space, and I am particularly unsure about which sizes in the PAX series are best suited for small rooms.
The available areas are quite limited, and I want to maximize storage for clothing and other personal items without making the room appear even smaller.
Therefore, I specifically ask: In your experience, which Ikea PAX dimensions (width, height, depth) work best for tight spaces to achieve a good balance between storage capacity and space-saving? Are there any special versions or combinations you would recommend when there is little floor space available?
Thanks for your tips!
I am facing the challenge of planning a new wardrobe from Ikea in my apartment, which has very limited space, and I am particularly unsure about which sizes in the PAX series are best suited for small rooms.
The available areas are quite limited, and I want to maximize storage for clothing and other personal items without making the room appear even smaller.
Therefore, I specifically ask: In your experience, which Ikea PAX dimensions (width, height, depth) work best for tight spaces to achieve a good balance between storage capacity and space-saving? Are there any special versions or combinations you would recommend when there is little floor space available?
Thanks for your tips!
For narrow spaces, the slim PAX modules with a width of 50 cm (20 inches) are ideal.
I would choose a height of 201 cm (79 inches) so the wardrobe doesn’t appear too bulky.
A depth of 35 cm (14 inches) is the best option for a small room if standard clothes rails are not absolutely necessary.
I would choose a height of 201 cm (79 inches) so the wardrobe doesn’t appear too bulky.
A depth of 35 cm (14 inches) is the best option for a small room if standard clothes rails are not absolutely necessary.
Hello,
I’d like to give you a more detailed assessment of the Ikea PAX series for small spaces:
1. Width: 50 cm (20 inches) modules are ideal for tight spaces; they are narrow enough to fit in hallways or small rooms.
2. Height: There are options with 201 cm (79 inches) and 236 cm (93 inches). The lower option makes the room feel more spacious, while the taller one offers more storage – here you have to balance between the sense of space and storage capacity.
3. Depth: The standard depth is usually 58 cm (23 inches), but there are also 35 cm (14 inches) deep PAX units recommended for very tight spaces. However, these do not accommodate longer clothes rails, so shelves or smaller compartments are more suitable.
A tip: It’s better to use several narrow PAX units rather than a few wide ones, to stay flexible and better customize the wardrobe to your room.
Also, keep in mind that mirrored doors or light colors make the wardrobe appear less dominant in smaller rooms.
Summary:
- Width: 50 cm (20 inches)
- Height: 201 cm (79 inches) better for small rooms
- Depth: 35 cm (14 inches) if maximum space saving is needed
- Combine modularly
Hope this helps!
I’d like to give you a more detailed assessment of the Ikea PAX series for small spaces:
1. Width: 50 cm (20 inches) modules are ideal for tight spaces; they are narrow enough to fit in hallways or small rooms.
2. Height: There are options with 201 cm (79 inches) and 236 cm (93 inches). The lower option makes the room feel more spacious, while the taller one offers more storage – here you have to balance between the sense of space and storage capacity.
3. Depth: The standard depth is usually 58 cm (23 inches), but there are also 35 cm (14 inches) deep PAX units recommended for very tight spaces. However, these do not accommodate longer clothes rails, so shelves or smaller compartments are more suitable.
A tip: It’s better to use several narrow PAX units rather than a few wide ones, to stay flexible and better customize the wardrobe to your room.
Also, keep in mind that mirrored doors or light colors make the wardrobe appear less dominant in smaller rooms.
Summary:
- Width: 50 cm (20 inches)
- Height: 201 cm (79 inches) better for small rooms
- Depth: 35 cm (14 inches) if maximum space saving is needed
- Combine modularly
Hope this helps!
For clarification: The Ikea PAX series primarily offers three depth options: 35 cm (14 inches), 58 cm (23 inches), and sometimes 66 cm (26 inches). For tight spaces, the 35 cm (14 inches) depth is usually recommended because it takes up significantly less room. The downside is that long hangers for shirts or coats won’t fit, so it’s better suited for folded clothes or drawers.
Additionally, a height of 201 cm (79 inches) is advisable to avoid overwhelming small rooms with tall units, while the maximum height of 236 cm (93 inches) is practical for rooms with high ceilings.
It is also recommended to choose narrower modules (50 cm (20 inches) wide) and combine them instead of fewer wider modules (e.g., 75 or 100 cm (30 or 39 inches) wide) to use space more flexibly and, if needed, to adapt around corners or above doors.
In summary:
- Depth 35 cm (14 inches) for tight spaces
- Width 50 cm (20 inches)
- Height 201 cm (79 inches)
- Multiple narrow modules instead of fewer wide ones
This achieves a good balance between space efficiency and visual lightness.
Additionally, a height of 201 cm (79 inches) is advisable to avoid overwhelming small rooms with tall units, while the maximum height of 236 cm (93 inches) is practical for rooms with high ceilings.
It is also recommended to choose narrower modules (50 cm (20 inches) wide) and combine them instead of fewer wider modules (e.g., 75 or 100 cm (30 or 39 inches) wide) to use space more flexibly and, if needed, to adapt around corners or above doors.
In summary:
- Depth 35 cm (14 inches) for tight spaces
- Width 50 cm (20 inches)
- Height 201 cm (79 inches)
- Multiple narrow modules instead of fewer wide ones
This achieves a good balance between space efficiency and visual lightness.
I’d like to add a few thoughts based on my experience with small rooms:
- In very tight spaces, a sliding door on the PAX wardrobe often helps save a lot of space compared to regular hinged doors.
- A depth of 35 cm (14 inches) works well for shelves, drawers, or suspenders, but not for hanging clothes. For longer garments, you will likely need to accept the compromise of a wider, deeper wardrobe.
- If you use a combination with a plinth or legs so that the wardrobe does not stand directly on the floor, you can create extra space underneath for a vacuum cleaner or similar items.
- Light colors and smooth fronts support an open impression, which is psychologically important in small rooms.
Personally, I have 50 x 35 x 201 cm (20 x 14 x 79 inches) modules with sliding doors and am very satisfied because very little space is “lost” due to doors and the compactness.
- In very tight spaces, a sliding door on the PAX wardrobe often helps save a lot of space compared to regular hinged doors.
- A depth of 35 cm (14 inches) works well for shelves, drawers, or suspenders, but not for hanging clothes. For longer garments, you will likely need to accept the compromise of a wider, deeper wardrobe.
- If you use a combination with a plinth or legs so that the wardrobe does not stand directly on the floor, you can create extra space underneath for a vacuum cleaner or similar items.
- Light colors and smooth fronts support an open impression, which is psychologically important in small rooms.
Personally, I have 50 x 35 x 201 cm (20 x 14 x 79 inches) modules with sliding doors and am very satisfied because very little space is “lost” due to doors and the compactness.
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