ᐅ Which Pax interior fittings are best for storing shoes?

janfo schrieb:
I use the angled shoe shelves in my Pax wardrobe. They’re great because you can see the shoes, and they don’t get deformed.

This general recommendation can’t be accepted without question. Why exactly do angled shelves protect shoes better from deformation? Isn’t the fit of the shoe more relevant than the angle at which it is stored?

Also: ventilation inside a closed wardrobe must be carefully considered. Just because the shelves are angled doesn’t mean there is no risk of mold, especially with leather shoes that often don’t dry properly.

So what about moisture-absorbing materials or ventilation openings? While I’m not completely skeptical of angled shelves, I see the need for optimization in the overall design and choice of materials.

Isn’t the supposed practical advantage sometimes presented too simplistically here?

For me, the adjustable inserts in drawers are very helpful. They allow me to neatly separate sneakers and small shoes and find them quickly.

I prefer to store boots standing upright on large shelving surfaces; this works well.

Hello Aronte,

I would like to add to the discussion with a step-by-step suggestion on how to optimally plan the interior layout of your Pax wardrobe for different types of shoes:

- First, create a detailed shoe inventory: quantity, sizes, and types of shoes (sneakers, dress shoes, boots).

- Measure the internal dimensions of your wardrobe precisely, especially the height of each shelf.

- Start by organizing shoes that can lie flat: angled shoe shelves are ideal here. They should be installed with a spacing of about 12–15 cm (5–6 inches) to avoid wasting too much space.

- Boots require at least 35–40 cm (14–16 inches) in height. Plan one or two compartments with tall, continuous shelves, possibly with removable intermediate shelves to maintain flexibility.

- For smaller shoes or accessories like insoles, I recommend shoe drawers with divider inserts. Make sure these dividers are adjustable individually to accommodate different shoe sizes.

- For all shelves, choose a surface finish that is not too smooth to prevent shoe soles from slipping.

- Optionally, you can integrate ventilation grilles or small ventilation holes to reduce moisture inside the wardrobe, which is especially important for leather shoes and boots.

- Finally, I recommend using special shelves with metal reinforcements during assembly to ensure the weight of the shoes does not cause damage over the years.

I would be happy to help you create a detailed plan for your 150 cm (59 inches) wide wardrobe if you provide me with the number of shoes in each category.

Best regards!