All ABOUT WARDROBES - by GreenRay Interiors

 All ABOUT WARDROBES 


In early 14th century, The word wardrobe was recorded in the English language,  originating from Old French words warderobe, wardereube and garderobe, here "warder" means "to keep, to guard" and "robe" means "garment".


Wardrobes are the part of interiors which are fixed and can not be moved like table, chair, sofa, bed, etc in your room and hence it is important that these are designed thoughtfully. We will talk about the process of getting your wardrobes done in a right way here 


  1. Asses the area of room

First step is to analyse the size of your room. For a swing wardrobe (2 doors) you need at least 2.6 ft but for a slider wardrobe you need to have at least 5 ft space available for you.

Placement direction of the wardrobe should be decided usually after fixing the position of bed with head facing to south/east/southeast direction (suggestive) and a workspace if you are preferring (suggestive direction east) and then a decision on dressing can be taken 


  1. Fix Height

After fixing on the placement and type of wardrobe, fix a suitable height according to your room height. Whether you need lofts or not. Too many lofts makes room look smaller, hence have lofts only as per usage and try not to overdo


  1. Choose Carcass 

Plywood, MDF, HDF, particleboard or wood are the most common choices for the carcass material. Plywood is better than MDF in terms of strength, durability, screw holding capacity, weight, staining, etc. MDF is also vulnerable to extreme heat since it has wax and resin like compounds mixed in it.

In bathrooms with a lot of moisture and temperature change, MDF is preferable in bathrooms over solid wood and plywood.

  • Plywood: This is the most preferred alternative to solid wood as it is cheaper. Plywood is better than MDF in terms of strength, durability, screw holding capacity, weight, staining, etc.. Plywood is made by stacking sheets of wood veneer above another. Preferable width for wardrobes should be between 12-19 mm

  • MDF: This is made of wood residue that’s been hammered down into sheets mixed with wax and resin like compounds. Since it is made with fine particles, the finish is smooth without bumps and knots. It is vulnerable to extreme heat since it has wax and resin like compounds mixed in it but is the best if you plan on painting it

  • Particleboard: This is a product of waste wood chips and sawdust, making it yet an eco-friendly option. The prices are much lower but with a short life

  • Glass: This is having an increased popularity these days in the modern interior. It can be easily cleaned for stains and fingerprints, have way higher resistance to fire, moisture, etc. Looks best in slider wardrobes. 

  • Solid Wood: If you wish to have a vintage look, prefer solid wood. This is heavy, experiments are limited, can absorb moisture sooner than other material, prone to scratches if not taken care properly. Irrespective of certain drawbacks, the richness and luxury of solid wood is unbeatable. 

  1. Select Finishes

We have a variety of finishes to make your wardrobes look interesting. In Fact you always have an option to mix and match among these finishes as well. Let’s talk about the most suitable finishes


  • Veneer: This is made of thin layers of natural wood that looks very similar to solid wood. Use of veneer could help you achieve any kind of look either modern or traditional, though it needs maintenance for scratches and time to time polish. An evergreen choice.


     

  • Laminate: This finish is the most common as it is budget friendly and comes in a huge variety of colors, design and finish (high gloss, textured and matte) to choose from. Laminates are heat & water resistant, easy to clean and durable. The only disadvantage is that they are brittle and the whole sheet needs to be replaced, once a part chips off.





  • Acrylic: They have a high end look, with superior finish. Although these are not as scratch resistant as laminates but do not delaminate, tarnish or fade. Acrylic also comes in a wide range in color, design and finish


             



  • Glass: Glass wardrobes give a contemporary look to the room and increase the light and airiness of the room. These can be transparent, translucent, opaque, colored, printed, frosted or stained, chosen as per the styling  of the room. Wardrobe’s inside materials should be neatly placed. Also the doors should be cleaned time to time and handled with care. They are a bit heavier on pocket but are certainly with the pain 




  • Solid Wood: If you wish to have a vintage look, prefer solid wood. This is heavy, experiments are limited, can absorb moisture sooner than other material, prone to scratches if not taken care properly. Irrespective of certain drawbacks, the richness, warmth and luxury of solid wood is unbeatable. 





  • Stainless Steel: SS is budget friendly, low maintenance, sturdy, durable and adds spaciousness to the room. If you have a minimal theme for your master bedroom or guestroom, this finish is in trend  


  • Metal is another finish which is used to give an industrial look and Mirrors to give an enlarged look to rooms but are preferred less now in interiors of home.


Our Suggestions:

  • Go for BWP since it has high durability, strength, moisture-resistant and less prone to warping when compared with the rest of the materials.

  • For a men’s wardrobe we do not have ceiling to floor hanging spaces and hence this space can be used for other purposes. 

  • For a women’s wardrobe include more organisers with varied depths, a display shelf c? be a cherry on the top



Trapti Moonat | Brand Manager

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