What are corner cabinets for clothes, an overview of models
Any home requires a cabinet designed for clothing and other items. It can have various dimensions, shapes and other characteristics. If you plan to install it in a small room, then usually a corner wardrobe for clothes is selected, which has optimal sizes, high functionality and capacity.
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Features of angular construction
The corner cabinet is chosen by many buyers, as it has a large number of advantages, which include:
- a stylish and unique appearance, and the design can be created from different materials, as well as many manufacturers use numerous films, carvings or other techniques to decorate, allowing you to get a truly unique piece of furniture;
- high functionality is due to the fact that in such cabinets you can really store a lot of different items: not only clothes, but also bags, bedding or children's toys;
- angular structures are available in different sizes, so you can always choose a model that is ideal for a particular angle;
- filling the product can be different: it can be equipped with shelves, drawers, coasters, pipes or other items that significantly increase the comfort and convenience of storing clothes;
- due to the fact that the corner wardrobe is located in a certain corner of the room, then significant savings in useful space are guaranteed;
- although the appearance of a certain model may be small, it certainly has a good capacity, so even a large number of clothes can be effectively placed on its shelves.
Most models are equipped with mirrored doors, due to which the space visually expands, they are also considered really attractive, so they will look good in any style.
Varieties
When choosing corner designs, you need to pay attention to numerous parameters that allow you to get really comfortable, beautiful and safe to use furniture.
By device, the following models are allocated:
- built-in - usually made by individual orders, since when creating such cabinets, material intended for building walls is not used. Instead, the walls of the room are used. Such a solution is considered economical, but a design is created for a specific angle. The design can hide poor-quality repairs and even elements of communication systems. Photos of such models are presented below. With proper selection and installation, it will not be visible that the products are devoid of some elements;
- freestanding - such cabinets are also called cabinet cabinets.Designs for clothes with a mirror can be installed in any corner of the room. Located in any room of residential real estate. Depending on the size, the optimal model is chosen, and you can even pick up a small locker that fits perfectly into the children's room;
- modular - are considered the most demanded, as they are universal and well suited for different interior styles. A modular corner wardrobe for clothes consists of several modules, each of which has its own purpose, size and other parameters. They can be removed or added, so if necessary, you can increase the number of compartments for storing clothes. Such wardrobes are considered optimal, especially this applies to situations when a lot of people live in the house who use the same furniture. The modular design can be made of different materials, and the modules can be connected in various ways. A standard modular cabinet has a low price, therefore it is considered affordable for every customer.
Thus, the corner cabinet may have a different design, so the choice depends entirely on the preferences and capabilities of customers. At the same time, it is certainly taken into account what material the furniture is made of. Modular, embedded or case products can be made of different materials:
- Particleboard or MDF - they make available angular structures, which in this case can have an attractive appearance. Shelves are also formed from these materials, so it is not recommended to install any heavy objects on them, and moisture is not allowed to get on them, which will lead to swelling of the coating. Such products can imitate various unusual and beautiful materials;
- natural wood - provides an opportunity to get an environmentally friendly and incredibly beautiful cabinet, and it is usually equipped with one mirror door. Different types of wood can be used for its production, the cost of the construction directly depends on this;
- plastic - a corner cabinet made of plastic is usually chosen for a balcony or other room in which an exquisite appearance is not needed. This is because plastic modular or embedded structures are not aesthetically pleasing. They must be protected from mechanical stress, since it is quite simple to put a scratch on them, but it is almost impossible to eliminate it.
Metal models are also available, but they do not have a high demand, as they are heavy and not too beautiful.
Facade decoration methods
When choosing a closet in which clothes will be stored, not only its dimensions and various technical parameters are taken into account, but also the appearance. He must fit in well with the existing style, as well as meet the tastes of the owners of the house. Therefore, a beautiful facade design is required. Any corner product can have a different finish, so often manufacturers use methods:
- a mirror cabinet is not only considered attractive, but also visually increases the space. Since it is planned to store clothes in it, the opportunity to look at yourself in the mirror adds convenience;
- for the cabinet, glass is used for decoration, and they can be colored or matte, as well as patterned elements look good, and only extremely tempered glass of high strength and thickness is selected for furniture;
- a corner cabinet with sandblasted drawings on its facades is considered an attractive and interesting design, and images can be selected by direct users of the furniture;
- the use of photo printing allows you to get a cabinet with an unusual appearance, and for this different photos can be applied, applied by special equipment to the facade;
- a combination of different techniques for designing facades makes it possible to make a truly unique piece of furniture that will look great indoors, and at the same time will delight you with a bright view.
When choosing the appearance of the structure, it is certainly taken into account that its coloring and decoration should combine well with other furniture, and the selected color scheme of the room should not be disturbed.
Filling
A corner cabinet is often used for clothes, and for convenience, filling is certainly taken into account. Modern manufacturers create such furniture not only with shelves, but also with numerous other elements on which clothes or other things are stored.From competent filling depends on how convenient the cabinet will be for its intended purpose. As standard, it is equipped with the following components:
- shelves - their number can vary significantly in different corner cabinets. They are designed to arrange clothes when folded. A lot of things can be put on a shelf, but the distance between these elements should be between 30 and 50 cm;
- drawers - usually used for underwear, gloves, soft hats or other small items of clothing. Their number can vary significantly in different designs, and they are also equipped with rollers for ease of use;
- separate compartments for shoes, hats or other items. They can be located at the top or bottom of the furniture, as well as their doors can be not only oar or sliding, but even folding;
- stands located on different sides of the triangular element. They can be open or closed with glass. Usually intended for souvenirs or decorative trifles.
You can buy a standard cabinet with shelves or with new storage systems that are equipped with an electric drive, so it’s really easy to use. An increase in the number of these systems significantly affects the cost of the product.
Forms
The shapes and sizes of the corner cabinet are considered important parameters, which must be taken into account during its selection. It depends on them how spacious and attractive the product will be, and also it should be well suited to the place that is chosen for installation. The standard sizes are:
- height - from 1.8 to 2.2 m;
- depth - from 300 to 600 mm;
- the length may vary significantly, since it depends on the dimensions of two elements located on both sides of the corner element of the cabinet;
- the sides may have different lengths, and this depends on their purpose.
Not only dimensions, but also the shape of the structure are also taken into account. Corner cabinets can be of this form:
- triangular, which is the most popular and roomy, and in this model you can place not only different shelves or boxes, but also a bar, baskets or other storage systems;
- g-shaped - is considered effective and is located at a certain unusual angle, so it is still installed in the corner of the room;
- trapezoidal - is considered not too roomy, but looks great in any room, although it is suitable for large rooms, as it takes up a lot of space.
There are even combined models that are recommended for large rooms where you need to store a lot of clothes.
Selection tips
There are many corner cabinets on the market for storing clothes, which is why buyers often have difficulty choosing the optimal model that combines an attractive look with spaciousness and a suitable price.
To correctly choose a design, the following parameters are taken into account:
- attractive appearance, suitable for the specific style and color scheme used to decorate the room where the cabinet is planned to be installed;
- environmental friendliness of materials used to create the structure;
- optimal cost corresponding to the quality of the furnishings;
- suitable colors and finishes that the homeowners will like;
- good roominess and functionality;
- optimal sizes, ideally suited to the area that stands out for the installation of the cabinet.
Many companies offer customers the opportunity to expand their existing closets by adding different modules or storage systems, so if you don’t have enough space for all your clothes, you can always increase the capacity of the structure. Thus, corner cabinets have many undeniable advantages over standard direct products. They are ideal for small spaces and come in many shapes and sizes. A variety of materials and technologies are used to create and finish them. They are available in different price ranges, so there is always the opportunity to choose a model that is ideal for all financial opportunities.
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