Overview of corner wardrobes, selection rules
Thanks to today's return to retro furniture, the corner wardrobe is undergoing a rebirth moment. Such a functional and compact furniture item is appropriate to fit into almost any room, and the variety of types, colors and contents will encourage even the most fastidious user to choose.
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Advantages and disadvantages
The convenience of corner cabinets deservedly puts them at the leading position among consumers. To this is added an attractive design and accessories that complement the appearance of the product. Furniture of this plan helps to competently manage the space of any room in size.
The use of a corner wardrobe is due to the following advantages:
- spaciousness - despite the fact that the standard corners of the cabinet are cut off, it has a large internal space. It can store both outerwear, accessories, and hats on the mezzanine compartments;
- compactness is the main advantage of this furniture product, allowing you to install it in a spacious living room or miniature children's room. Convenient location in one of the corners solves the problem of empty unused area;
- door design - thanks to the swing mechanism of the leaves, mirror surfaces, additional hooks and fastenings for belts can be placed on the inside of them;
- filling - you can organize the internal space yourself by changing the manufacturer’s finished configuration through an individual order;
- a variety of models - a corner cabinet is made in any stylistic direction, design and color. Finding a model for a Gothic style living room will not be difficult in the same way as finding a product with a romantic children's design.
Among the shortcomings of the models, one can highlight the presence of space for opening swing doors. Not always the room has such features, and users prefer products with compartment doors. In addition, cabinets with angular placement made according to the type of trapezoid have significant dimensions.
Kinds
According to the design and type of installation, there are 2 types of corner chiffoniers for clothes: built-in and case-mounted. The first option is considered the most capacious, as it contains an increased internal space for storage. Due to the absence of the rear and side walls, as well as the roof and bottom, the space inside is expanding.
To install the built-in corner wardrobe, you must have a niche of the appropriate size.
The case view of the wardrobe is different in that it can be installed permanently. This piece of furniture is mobile, easy to disassemble and assemble. It can be rearranged to another corner of the room at any time, which cannot be said about the built-in options.However, the housing model is often bought ready-made, since it contains everything you need for storage, and the dimensions allow you to fit into the typical angles of standard apartments.
The specified classification is not unique. Corner wardrobes are divided according to the forms, they are:
- trapezoidal;
- triangular;
- g shaped;
- Radial
- five-walled.
The first view is performed in the shape of a trapezoid, there are no sharp corners here. The interior is divided into 3 sections: the main and 2 side. In order to rid the cabinet of bulkiness, it is recommended to frame the door with mirrors.
Triangular options are the opposite of the previous ones. They contain sharp corners and look like mini walk-in closets. Not suitable for small rooms and often built in.The L-shaped variety of the wardrobe is distinguished by the formation of an angle due to the combination of two products into one. This method of arranging furniture is considered the most optimal regardless of the area of the room.
Radius models are characterized by rounding from the end, the cost of such a product will be higher due to the complexity of the production of curved sashes. Five-walled options contain a huge internal space for storage, but are considered bulky. If the room is small, the best option for expanding it visually is to use light shades of furniture and a large number of mirrors.
Posting Rules
Ergonomic corner cabinet models allow you to rationally use the surrounding space. Having entered such a chiffonier in the corner, a place is freed up for the arrangement of other pieces of furniture or decor. Consider the basic rules for placing a dress corner cabinet in the interior:
- a place under the door - in the case of swinging wings, it is recommended to leave significant space for the doors to open freely. In addition, the specified area should not be in close contact with the wall - this is necessary to avoid wall defects with the constant use of furniture;
- lack of additional room elements. Do not install the product where the battery, window or stationary objects that cannot be moved are located. Thus, the approach to these elements is limited;
- room shape - corner wardrobes will be appropriate in the case of a square or slightly elongated room shape. They fit perfectly into an empty corner or niche of a similar shape;
- type of room - it’s more relevant to place a wardrobe in the bedroom near the bed, in the living room such a product will fit well into the corner near the furniture wall.
It is recommended to install a wardrobe of an angular type so that it can be approached from either side. Many models are equipped with side open shelves, which are also functional.
Which materials are better
Choosing models of cabinets for an apartment, many consumers are faced with difficulties in selecting the material of the product. For example, caring parents want their child to have a closet made from environmentally friendly raw materials only. Others look at the problem with practicality and prefer materials that are easy to clean. The main types of materials for corner wardrobes today are:
- solid wood;
- Chipboard;
- MDF.
Array is considered the safest among all types of raw materials. It is environmentally friendly and just suitable for a child’s room. It should be prepared for the fact that the cost of the material is high, which increases the price of the product itself. Chipboards - the best option for raw materials for cabinets. They are characterized by affordable price, durability, a variety of coatings and structures.
MDF is used to design door facades. They are glossy, matte, as well as using other texture elements.
Color palette
All color variety of models can be divided according to the options for combining shades. It is worth highlighting several categories:
- plain cabinets are the most common models that are in demand among consumers. A special film applied to the surface of facades and sidewalls is available in various colors. This version of the cabinet will be appropriate for a child’s room or room, decorated in one color;
- contrasting combination - a combination of two different shades - the choice of courageous users. Black and white, purple-yellow, red-black combinations are suitable for interiors in a minimalist style;
- wooden structure - is also popular today, due to the imitation of natural wood. Such cabinets are considered a long-standing classic of furniture;
- film - it can be matte or glossy, and also completely repeat various materials of any color: leather, fabric, wood;
- drawings, sandblasting, milling. With the help of special equipment, various relief variations of the door facades are performed. Milling involves the design of the cabinet structure, sandblasting is usually used on mirrors, and prints are appropriate for a child’s room.
When choosing the color palette of a corner cabinet, pay attention to its shape. Do not make out the product in dark colors - this will create a heaping effect.
Filling
The interior space for storing things in such a closet is more like a dressing room in a reduced form. Often, on one side of the product, functional shelves, drawers are located, and on the other, rods under the shoulders, leaving a large area for overall products.
Depending on the size of the corner cabinet, the filling configuration changes significantly. In compact models, it includes a coat rack and small mezzanines. Models with sizes larger allow you to fully place a large number of clothes in such compartments:
- boxes;
- baskets;
- several rods;
- pantographs;
- corner shelves.
An angular wardrobe is a roomy assistant in the interior of the apartment. It will allow you to place inside dresses, shirts, pants, baby clothes and even bedding.
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