Hello everyone,
I’m facing the challenge of choosing an Ikea Pax wardrobe for a very small room and wondering which of the available sizes would be best suited. My room is about 9 square meters (97 square feet), with one wall where a maximum of approximately 120 cm (47 inches) width for a wardrobe can be used, and the ceiling height is 2.40 m (7 ft 10 in).
It’s important to me that the wardrobe is not too wide or deep, so it doesn’t overwhelm the space, but still offers enough storage and fits well into a small area. I’m particularly looking at widths of 50 cm, 75 cm, and 100 cm (20, 30, and 39 inches) at 201 cm (79 inches) height, with the matching depth options of 35 cm or 58 cm (14 or 23 inches).
What experiences do you have with these sizes, and what compromise between storage capacity and spaciousness works best? Are there any clever combinations or assembly strategies you could recommend? Thanks in advance for your tips and opinions!
I’m facing the challenge of choosing an Ikea Pax wardrobe for a very small room and wondering which of the available sizes would be best suited. My room is about 9 square meters (97 square feet), with one wall where a maximum of approximately 120 cm (47 inches) width for a wardrobe can be used, and the ceiling height is 2.40 m (7 ft 10 in).
It’s important to me that the wardrobe is not too wide or deep, so it doesn’t overwhelm the space, but still offers enough storage and fits well into a small area. I’m particularly looking at widths of 50 cm, 75 cm, and 100 cm (20, 30, and 39 inches) at 201 cm (79 inches) height, with the matching depth options of 35 cm or 58 cm (14 or 23 inches).
What experiences do you have with these sizes, and what compromise between storage capacity and spaciousness works best? Are there any clever combinations or assembly strategies you could recommend? Thanks in advance for your tips and opinions!
Hello Erik42,
for small rooms, the narrower option with a depth of 50 cm (20 inches) is usually recommended because it doesn’t extend too far into the room, allowing more freedom of movement.
In this case, I would suggest two 50 cm (20 inches) wide modules side by side to make full use of the wall without the wardrobe becoming too dominant. A height of 201 cm (79 inches) is ideal for sufficient storage space without making the room feel smaller.
If you need more storage, internal fittings like drawers, baskets, or hanging rails can help maximize the space. The 75 cm (30 inches) width also works but makes the wardrobe quite bulky. In general, for small rooms, less is more to maintain an open and airy feel.
for small rooms, the narrower option with a depth of 50 cm (20 inches) is usually recommended because it doesn’t extend too far into the room, allowing more freedom of movement.
Erik42 schrieb:
My room is about 9 square meters in size, with one wall where a wardrobe of up to approximately 120 cm (47 inches) wide can be placed
In this case, I would suggest two 50 cm (20 inches) wide modules side by side to make full use of the wall without the wardrobe becoming too dominant. A height of 201 cm (79 inches) is ideal for sufficient storage space without making the room feel smaller.
If you need more storage, internal fittings like drawers, baskets, or hanging rails can help maximize the space. The 75 cm (30 inches) width also works but makes the wardrobe quite bulky. In general, for small rooms, less is more to maintain an open and airy feel.
I’ll add the following:
The deeper option with 58 cm (23 inches) makes sense if you have a lot of hanging clothes, but it requires significantly more space in the room.
If you plan to use mostly folding boxes or stacked items, the 35 cm (14 inches) depth is often sufficient and also creates a more spacious feeling. It’s best to also use mirrors on doors, as this visually increases the sense of space.
The deeper option with 58 cm (23 inches) makes sense if you have a lot of hanging clothes, but it requires significantly more space in the room.
If you plan to use mostly folding boxes or stacked items, the 35 cm (14 inches) depth is often sufficient and also creates a more spacious feeling. It’s best to also use mirrors on doors, as this visually increases the sense of space.
Precise Consideration:
- For a 9 m² (97 ft²) room with a partition width of approximately 120 cm (47 inches), a maximum width of 100 cm (39 inches), ideally 75 cm (30 inches), is recommended to avoid an overpowering appearance.
- A depth of 50 cm (20 inches) offers a good balance between storage capacity and space efficiency. A depth of 35 cm (14 inches) is the most space-saving but limits hanging clothes.
- A height of 201 cm (79 inches) is a standard, comfortable size that provides storage above head level without making the room feel cramped.
- A modular design with two units of 50 cm (20 inches) depth and 75 cm (30 inches) width allows the best fit for small rooms.
Besides size, it is also worth considering interior options (drawers, shelves) to make the most of the available space.
- For a 9 m² (97 ft²) room with a partition width of approximately 120 cm (47 inches), a maximum width of 100 cm (39 inches), ideally 75 cm (30 inches), is recommended to avoid an overpowering appearance.
- A depth of 50 cm (20 inches) offers a good balance between storage capacity and space efficiency. A depth of 35 cm (14 inches) is the most space-saving but limits hanging clothes.
- A height of 201 cm (79 inches) is a standard, comfortable size that provides storage above head level without making the room feel cramped.
- A modular design with two units of 50 cm (20 inches) depth and 75 cm (30 inches) width allows the best fit for small rooms.
Besides size, it is also worth considering interior options (drawers, shelves) to make the most of the available space.
Hey, I can only say: make the most of your vertical space, the Pax system is just so efficient!
I have a wardrobe in my really small room that is 2x50 cm (2x20 inches) deep and 201 cm (79 inches) high – it’s amazing how much fits in there. And it doesn’t make the room feel cramped at all.
Always remember that a slightly narrower wardrobe is much better for movement – otherwise, you can quickly feel confined.
So: go for 2x50 cm (2x20 inches) with smart internal organization. It provides a lot of storage AND keeps your room feeling open! Great decision, I would definitely do it again anytime!
I have a wardrobe in my really small room that is 2x50 cm (2x20 inches) deep and 201 cm (79 inches) high – it’s amazing how much fits in there. And it doesn’t make the room feel cramped at all.
Always remember that a slightly narrower wardrobe is much better for movement – otherwise, you can quickly feel confined.
So: go for 2x50 cm (2x20 inches) with smart internal organization. It provides a lot of storage AND keeps your room feeling open! Great decision, I would definitely do it again anytime!
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