Hello everyone,
I am currently focusing on planning a new wardrobe system and have come across the Ikea PAX series. Since there are so many variations and combinations, I’m interested in which Ikea PAX options offer the best storage solutions.
For me, it’s mainly about efficient use of space, flexibility with shelves, drawers, and clothes rails, as well as practical extras like inner drawers or compartments. Features such as the depth, width, and height of the individual units are also important.
Does anyone have experience with different versions and can recommend which configurations work best for limited space and varying storage needs?
Thanks in advance for your insights and tips!
I am currently focusing on planning a new wardrobe system and have come across the Ikea PAX series. Since there are so many variations and combinations, I’m interested in which Ikea PAX options offer the best storage solutions.
For me, it’s mainly about efficient use of space, flexibility with shelves, drawers, and clothes rails, as well as practical extras like inner drawers or compartments. Features such as the depth, width, and height of the individual units are also important.
Does anyone have experience with different versions and can recommend which configurations work best for limited space and varying storage needs?
Thanks in advance for your insights and tips!
Hello dradra44,
your question is very well posed, as the PAX series indeed offers a wide range of options, each providing different advantages depending on your needs.
Basically, I like to distinguish between these PAX variants:
- The classic PAX depth of about 58 cm (23 inches): Ideal if you want to store a lot of hanging clothes. This depth is perfect for regular hangers.
- The narrower version with about 35 cm (14 inches) depth: Perfect for tight spaces, but offers less hanging space, while providing better visibility for shelves and drawers.
- Systems with adjustable interior fittings: These include shelves, drawer inserts, hanging rods, tie racks, shoe racks, and inner drawers.
My tip: Combine the deeper modules for hanging clothes with the narrower ones for shelves and drawers if space is limited. Also, the inner drawers (sorting aids for small items) and small compartments combined with boxes are very helpful for organization.
A common mistake is to plan too many hanging options and forget storage for folded items or small things. I recommend trying the combination of drawers (for socks, underwear) and fixed shelves (for folded clothes or boxes).
Feel free to share exactly what you want to store – then I can give you more specific advice.
your question is very well posed, as the PAX series indeed offers a wide range of options, each providing different advantages depending on your needs.
Basically, I like to distinguish between these PAX variants:
- The classic PAX depth of about 58 cm (23 inches): Ideal if you want to store a lot of hanging clothes. This depth is perfect for regular hangers.
- The narrower version with about 35 cm (14 inches) depth: Perfect for tight spaces, but offers less hanging space, while providing better visibility for shelves and drawers.
- Systems with adjustable interior fittings: These include shelves, drawer inserts, hanging rods, tie racks, shoe racks, and inner drawers.
My tip: Combine the deeper modules for hanging clothes with the narrower ones for shelves and drawers if space is limited. Also, the inner drawers (sorting aids for small items) and small compartments combined with boxes are very helpful for organization.
A common mistake is to plan too many hanging options and forget storage for folded items or small things. I recommend trying the combination of drawers (for socks, underwear) and fixed shelves (for folded clothes or boxes).
Feel free to share exactly what you want to store – then I can give you more specific advice.
Hello dradra44,
To fully answer your question, we first need to technically consider the different cabinet depths and interior fittings of the PAX systems.
The standard depths are 35 cm (14 inches) and 58 cm (23 inches), with the 58-cm (23-inch) version offering significantly more hanging space. However, it is important to note that in smaller or very narrow rooms, this depth can sometimes take up too much space, so a 35-cm (14-inch) model with optimized interior organization might be the better choice if you have few long garments.
Further important points:
- The adjustability of the shelves: By default, they can be flexibly installed at 2-cm (0.8-inch) intervals.
- Number and types of drawers: There are different drawer depths and front heights, which can be expanded internally with dividers.
- Inner drawers are excellent for smaller items like jewelry or accessories and allow for better organized use.
One important technical detail is that there are certain tolerances in the hanging systems – this should be considered if you plan to hang tall suits or long coats. In that case, a PAX with at least 201 cm (79 inches) height plus a very sturdy clothes rail is necessary.
You asked about variants that provide the best storage capacity: In my opinion, a sensible combination is a 58-cm (23-inch) cabinet with variable drawers and inner drawers, together with a 35-cm (14-inch) cabinet for narrower compartments, combined with interior fittings like dividers, pull-out drawers, and shoe racks.
It would also be important to know if you have any special requirements (e.g., lots of shoes, trousers, small items) to give more precise advice.
To fully answer your question, we first need to technically consider the different cabinet depths and interior fittings of the PAX systems.
The standard depths are 35 cm (14 inches) and 58 cm (23 inches), with the 58-cm (23-inch) version offering significantly more hanging space. However, it is important to note that in smaller or very narrow rooms, this depth can sometimes take up too much space, so a 35-cm (14-inch) model with optimized interior organization might be the better choice if you have few long garments.
Further important points:
- The adjustability of the shelves: By default, they can be flexibly installed at 2-cm (0.8-inch) intervals.
- Number and types of drawers: There are different drawer depths and front heights, which can be expanded internally with dividers.
- Inner drawers are excellent for smaller items like jewelry or accessories and allow for better organized use.
One important technical detail is that there are certain tolerances in the hanging systems – this should be considered if you plan to hang tall suits or long coats. In that case, a PAX with at least 201 cm (79 inches) height plus a very sturdy clothes rail is necessary.
You asked about variants that provide the best storage capacity: In my opinion, a sensible combination is a 58-cm (23-inch) cabinet with variable drawers and inner drawers, together with a 35-cm (14-inch) cabinet for narrower compartments, combined with interior fittings like dividers, pull-out drawers, and shoe racks.
It would also be important to know if you have any special requirements (e.g., lots of shoes, trousers, small items) to give more precise advice.
I always find it interesting to hear how you handle the PAX system in everyday use.
For me, it was important not only to have enough space but also to keep everything easily accessible. This was especially challenging in a small bedroom without a walk-in closet. I chose the deep wardrobes with internal drawers and have to say it really made my daily routine easier.
You underestimate how much stress you save when everything has its fixed place and you don’t have to keep searching for the right drawer.
I’m curious if you have found similar practical everyday tips with the PAX variants? Maybe also which systems have annoyed you more?
For me, it was important not only to have enough space but also to keep everything easily accessible. This was especially challenging in a small bedroom without a walk-in closet. I chose the deep wardrobes with internal drawers and have to say it really made my daily routine easier.
You underestimate how much stress you save when everything has its fixed place and you don’t have to keep searching for the right drawer.
I’m curious if you have found similar practical everyday tips with the PAX variants? Maybe also which systems have annoyed you more?
Jensson schrieb:
Feel free to share exactly what you want to store – then I can give you more specific advice.My focus is on a mix of clothing for different seasons. Specifically, I need:
- Plenty of space for hanging shirts, blouses, and garments that shouldn’t be folded.
- Drawers for underwear and socks.
- Shelves for folded sweaters and t-shirts.
- Additional storage for shoes and possibly bags.
The room isn’t very large, about 2.20 m (7 ft 3 in) wide and 2.30 m (7 ft 7 in) high. The wardrobe depth can be up to 60 cm (24 inches).
I don’t need very wide units, as I prefer to keep things modular and flexible.
What would you recommend? Modules with varying depths and specialized internal fittings?
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