5 Things To Consider When Choosing A Wardrobe

5 Things To Consider When Choosing A Wardrobe

Choosing a wardrobe can be a daunting task. It’s a bigger item of bedroom furniture and with so many options out there, how do you know you are making the best choice for you?

Despite a wardrobe essentially having a simple job of holding our clothes, there are lots of things to think about when purchasing one. In this blog post, we’re going to guide you through the process of choosing the perfect wardrobe, considering all factors that might impact your decision.

Things To Consider When Choosing A Wardrobe

Whether it’s holding clothes, or storing shoes, the job of a wardrobe is a simple yet important one. We need a safe space to store our belongings and to help keep our bedroom tidy, so choosing a wardrobe is important to get right.

Whatever your budget, we’ve listed some things below that you should consider when choosing a wardrobe. This will ensure your needs are being met as much as possible, so that you will be happy with the wardrobe that you choose to purchase.

USAGE

With so many options available; from frames and sizes, to colours and styles, sometimes it’s easier to go back to basics.

What is it that you will mainly be storing in your wardrobe? This will help you to identify the type of storage space that you will need most of within your wardrobe. 

 For example, do you need hanging space for clothes, drawers for smaller clothing items, shelving for shoes, smaller storage for accessories, or a combination of all of these things? 

If you are hanging clothes, are they longer coats and trousers, or shorter shirts and tops? This will help you to identify if you will need rail space that uses the full length of your wardrobe, or if half-height rails would be more beneficial to save space.

Once you know which items your wardrobe will mostly be used for, this will help you with choosing a wardrobe based on functionality. In turn, this will help with both the interior and exterior specification that you will need your wardrobe to meet. 

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SIZE & SPACE

As wardrobes are one of the largest pieces of furniture in a bedroom, you will already probably have a good idea of where it will go within your room.

For smaller bedrooms, opting for a single or double door wardrobe would probably suit your space well. You can also maximise your space available by choosing a wardrobe that is as high as your ceiling allows, for extra storage space.

Alternatively, sliding wardrobes are a good option for both small and large bedrooms. Available in a wide range of sizes to cater to different sized clothing collections, they also allow for more space around your wardrobe for trying on clothes. In addition to this, you won’t need to worry about doors obstructing each other.

STYLE

With such a dominant presence, wardrobes normally contribute hugely to the overall theme and personality of the room.

The amount of styles available are endless, from high-gloss and glamorous modern styles, to minimalistic and versatile. In order to find a wardrobe that fits well into your interior style, consider the look and feel you are trying to achieve in your bedroom. 

Our wardrobe range has a huge variety of colours to choose from, which can be complemented with other furniture items like dressing tables, chest of drawers and bedside tables to match. You can also opt for some beautiful finishing touches like spotlights, or customise your wardrobe by changing the handles. 

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MATERIAL AND FINISH

The material and finish are huge contributors to the style of your wardrobe, but also the practicality it can offer too. 

Mirrored and gloss wardrobes are perfect for modern bedrooms, or for rooms that need opening up a little. They can create the illusion of openness and airiness by reflecting light around the room and making the space feel bigger. On the practical side, mirrored wardrobes are probably not well suited in childrens bedrooms. If touched, mirror and gloss wardrobes are likely to show marks, which would require frequent cleaning to keep them clean and sparkling. 

On the other hand, wooden or laminated surface wardrobes fit well into cosy but muted bedrooms. They look great paired with multiple textures or patterns within a room. With a more scratch-resistant surface, they are also very versatile and easy to keep clean.

PRACTICALITY

As with most bulky furniture items, there are a few logistical factors to consider when purchasing your wardrobe.

  • Double check your measurements - it’s easy to underestimate how much a space a piece of furniture will take up in a room. Therefore, there’s no harm in checking that you have the correct measurements!

  • Delivery - as wardrobes are bigger packages, delivery can be quite pricey. At Dako, we offer free delivery for orders over £250, so no big surprises at the checkout! To help our delivery staff, please ensure the route to your desired drop off location is free of clutter and obstructions.

  • Assembly - wardrobes are typically heavy and tricky to assemble, so you may need assistance putting your item together. To take the hassle out of building your wardrobe, we offer an expert assembly service. You would also receive a 12 month upgrade on your warranty if you choose Dako to assemble your new wardrobe.

  • Safety - even when empty, wardrobes are heavy items of furniture, even more so when full of clothing and accessories. Ensure that your wardrobe is securely fastened to the wall or anchored to the floor to prevent the freestanding item from falling over, especially if you have young children in your household.

 

We would love to see our wardrobes in your home, so please tag us in your in images on Facebook using @dakohome or on Instagram using @dako_furniture.

 

If you need help or assistance with choosing a wardrobe, contact our customer service team today. Either call, email or fill out our contact form here.

 

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