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!
klo61 schrieb:
Here, I would use two 50cm (20 inches) modules side by side to fully utilize the wall space without making the wardrobe too dominant.I agree to some extent, but I would like to point out that this solution mainly depends on the actual room layout and how it is used, especially in smaller rooms.
- Where are the doors and windows located?
- Does the wardrobe still fit well in the room, or does it restrict the free movement too much?
In general, we should consider not only storage capacity but also the everyday feel of the space. A very tall and deep wardrobe can visually shrink the room, even if it saves space.
Has anyone had experience with how the different depths (35 vs. 58 cm) affect usability?
I can easily relate to how challenging it can be to manage in a small room with limited storage space. The Ikea Pax system is definitely a good option, but you’re still somewhat restricted.
What helped me was clearly sorting out my needs: What clothes do I actually have, how much is hung up, and how much is folded or stored in boxes?
I can only confirm that. For me, a cabinet about 100 cm (40 inches) wide (2x50) with adjustable interior and a depth of 50 cm (20 inches) really made the most of the space.
It’s important not to be distracted by the maximum cabinet width but to carefully plan in advance what you want to store and how. That brings clarity and reduces frustration during setup and afterward.
What helped me was clearly sorting out my needs: What clothes do I actually have, how much is hung up, and how much is folded or stored in boxes?
noge58 schrieb:
Go for 2x50 with smart interior fittings. That provides a lot of storage AND keeps your room feeling open!
I can only confirm that. For me, a cabinet about 100 cm (40 inches) wide (2x50) with adjustable interior and a depth of 50 cm (20 inches) really made the most of the space.
It’s important not to be distracted by the maximum cabinet width but to carefully plan in advance what you want to store and how. That brings clarity and reduces frustration during setup and afterward.
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